Off the Mat

Dave Henderson of Asphalt Materials Inc. has been named president of FP2 Inc., bringing more than 30 years of pavement preservation experience to the role.

Explore the essential skills and responsibilities for aspiring asphalt project engineers, inspired by Emily Talbert’s real-world experience.

Explore two key career tracks in asphalt—communications and estimating—with practical skills to develop for success in either path.

The Women of Asphalt Executive Seminar at Astec headquarters provided education, networking, and inspiration for women in the asphalt industry, featuring career stories, leadership insights, and discussions on overcoming challenges in a male-dominated field.

Success in the asphalt industry isn’t about size but specialization, maximizing profitability by focusing on what you do best, making intentional growth decisions, and understanding your long-term goals to build a sustainable and fulfilling career.

As of January 13, 2025, OSHA requires all construction workers to wear properly fitting PPE to enhance safety, reduce workplace hazards, and ensure compliance, addressing long-standing industry concerns about ill-fitting protective gear.

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.

Asphalt companies benefit from social media by attracting customers, recruiting talent, networking, making informed equipment decisions, and building community trust. Let’s take a closer look.