Jan 05, 2026
BATT’s groundbreaking million‑cycle aggregate polishing test reveals how extended lab polishing affects friction performance, challenging assumptions about limestone and silica‑based aggregates.
Dec 08, 2025
As asphalt labs face the mandated phase‑out of trichloroethylene (TCE), this article outlines what labs must do next and how to navigate changes in solvent‑based testing.
Aug 05, 2025
This University of Tennessee study reveals how aggregate polish resistance affects pavement skid performance using lab-based friction testing.
Jul 07, 2025
Balanced mix design Hwy 14 trials combine intelligent compaction, thermal/density profiling, and BMD tech to improve pavement performance and minimize human error.
Dec 31, 2024
The asphalt industry is exploring cold central plant recycling (CCPR) and foamed asphalt technology, with several companies offering lab equipment for quality control, balanced mix design, and performance testing to support these advancements.
Jun 17, 2024
Automated scraper strainers plus macerators combine to eliminate large, suspended solids
Nov 20, 2023
How to Perform Degassing of New Asphalt Samples in the Lab: Use the VDO to condition asphalt samples for further lab testing