Dec 20, 2016
When it comes to minor surface distress, sometimes the best option is to perform an overlay. “Overlays have some distinct advantages compared to less costly surface maintenance treatments,” said Terry […]
Dec 20, 2016
When the feed sensor costs between $1,500 and $2,000 to replace and you have one on each side of the screed, you want them to last throughout the paving season. […]
Nov 22, 2016
Imagine this: You’re out on a job and about to fill up your rollers’ tanks when you realize that your water truck won’t start. You can’t sit around waiting for […]
Oct 25, 2016
In part one of our three-part series, The Ultimate Paving Maintenance Guide, we cover how to crack seal right, step by step. Cracks come in all shapes and sizes. Sealing […]
Oct 25, 2016
Continental of Hanover is turning commercial vehicles into data carriers on wheels: In modern trucks (and buses), around 170 sensors record data, more than 90 electronic control units process the […]
Oct 25, 2016
Most paving contractors know exactly how to handle their equipment for winter storage. They know they need to apply lubricants, prepare the batteries and schedule maintenance and inspections. What many […]
Oct 25, 2016
One way to save your company thousands of dollars, whether you sub out hauling or have your own fleet, is to keep the tailgate of the haul truck from dribbling […]