Paving Toolbox Tips
Nov 28, 2022
Set Constant Temperatures for Paving QC/QA
There are some temperatures you will want to attain, and some you will want to avoid, to get a bonus-worthy mat. Of course, each temperature you consider depends on a […]
Nov 14, 2022
Don’t Leave Footprints in the Mat
No Joke: I’ve seen actual paving crewmembers type out snarky comments about footprints in the hot mat making no difference to pavement quality. For the love of all that is […]
Oct 25, 2022
Train All Workers Now for Safety, Quality Later
We’re entering the ideal time for training all crewmembers—veteran workers, newer hires and those you may have seen as “extras” on a side crew. You’ll see a list of training schools and consultants who […]
Oct 10, 2022
Train on All the Screens for Bonus Next Season
When you’re planning to train new members of the paving team, you often need examples of good techniques to show how something is done. The team at AsphaltPro magazine has assembled an […]
Aug 29, 2022
How to Recognize Heat Exhaustion in Crewmembers
If a laborer stands to the side of the project, leaning heavily against the lute while he rubs a cramp out of his arm, and then stumbles or weaves his […]
Aug 22, 2022
Best Practices for a Smooth Mat on Your Overlay
Whether your crew must perform the “fill” portion of a mill-and-overlay or the county is only paying for a 1-inch overlay atop a suspect pavement, getting the basics right is what […]
