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The savvy paving crew has at least one smart level on the job for double-checking the screed plate, tunnels and extensions, grade and slope, and any number of quality control points while working toward a top quality pavement. You must take care of the smart level as you would any QC/QA tool.

Build your own guide bars for paver operators

APC illustrates how to use mirrors to monitor end-of-load segregation in the hopper

Here’s how the City of Los Angeles inserted dust and mist collection to garner an Envision® award for 2021

Time and space between the distributor truck and the paver can result in the wheels of the paver picking up tack and leave you with gaps in coverage. Here’s how to resolve the issue.

John Ball shares straight edge and paving tips for back to basics top quality control

Consultant John Ball shares the proper way to manage the pile in the hopper.

Consultant John Ball shares the proper way to dump the truck to avoid a mess.