Training

This guide outlines how to inspect and maintain the collecting scale and feed conveyors in RAP and virgin aggregate systems at hot-mix asphalt plants, ensuring proper functioning and minimizing downtime.

Meghan Roy and Lilia Yakimyuk were awarded the 2024 Women of Asphalt Scholarship in partnership with Caterpillar, providing them with specialized paving training and full travel support to help advance their careers in the asphalt industry.

Stansteel Hotmix Parts & Service outlines essential pugmill inspection and maintenance steps to ensure optimal performance and longevity in cold central plant recycling (CCPR) operations.

Granite Construction’s recognition as a leader in safety stems from its commitment to continuous improvement, employee empowerment, strategic planning, industry collaboration, and evolving safety practices that prioritize proactive solutions over blame.

Building a strong partnership with your asphalt plant—through daily communication, planning for contingencies, ensuring timely payments, and advocating for contractor-friendly service—ensures smoother operations, better mix quality, and long-term mutual success in asphalt paving.

Workplace opioid risk and overdose prevention includes naloxone kits in your first-aid response Editor’s Note: A version of this article first appeared in the Fall 2024 Colorado Public Works Journal. […]

Maintaining and cleaning the paver regularly—especially at the end of each shift—ensures smooth performance, prevents material buildup, and helps achieve top-quality paving results throughout the season.