Contributed (EQW)RoadbuildingGuest Blog: The 5 Most Dangerous Roads in the WorldWhether you happen to be a thrill-seeking car enthusiast or a cautious traveler prone to carsickness, knowing what to expect on your upcoming commute is essential. Driving in foreign countries — where highway laws, motorist behavior and vehicle types can be remarkably different from those at home — often involves a strange mixture of terror and excitement. […]October 23, 2013RoadbuildingDesign-Bid-Build vs. Design-BuildUnderstanding the process and what you need to know Author’s note: This article will attempt to answer the questions asked by the Area Construction Engineer in the scenario given as well as review the traditional “design-bid-build” process for construction projects, extensively explaining the process of the design-build process, highlight the difference between the two project […]October 18, 2013RoadbuildingFrom Patching to ProductionHow one firm successfully expanded its paving operations . Until a few years ago, TC Construction Company Inc. was primarily an underground utility contractor that mixed in a little bit of everything else. Its offerings included wet and dry utilities; water and wastewater pumping stations; and small grading work. The firm even did some paving […]October 11, 2013RoadbuildingLong-life asphalt pavement: Red Bluff lessonsCaltrans Senior Engineer Sean Shepard (I-5 Red Bluff job) and Caltrans Resident Engineer John Bailey (I-5 Weed job) share lessons learned on the Long-Life Asphalt Pavement Projects on Interstate 5. . . Editor’s Note: This is a web-exclusive piece to complement “Long Live Asphalt Pavements,” the National Asphalt Pavement Association (NAPA) Special Section in the […]October 7, 2013RoadbuildingThe Durable Performance of Perpetual PavementsWhen the Iowa Department of Transportation (IDOT) opened a new stretch of U.S. Highway 151 in Linn County back in 1966, they wanted a road that would last a long time, but they never imagined the traffic loads and heavy-weight trucks that drive on U.S. highways today. Despite this, U.S. 151 is still in place and in […]October 4, 2013Roadbuilding7 Tips for Successfully Jump Starting Heavy-Duty VehiclesAs frigid weather conditions continue, it is good to review some best practices for jump starting your heavy-duty vehicles and construction equipment.September 9, 2013RoadbuildingCase History: How a Design-Build Approach Kept a Florida DOT Project on ScheduleAll construction delivery methods have characteristics that may make them appealing, depending on the project’s needs and the owner’s desires for cost control, schedule and risk. It is important to note that, no matter what construction delivery method is selected for a project, the owner still maintains responsibility for costs and risk. A properly chosen project […]September 6, 2013RoadbuildingBatteries Have Changed – Has Your Battery Charger?Battery composition and construction have changed drastically in the past decade. New battery chemistries, such as AGM and Gel Cell types, are gaining traction with vehicle manufacturers and are becoming increasingly present as aftermarket alternatives. In addition, new battery constructions, such as Spiral Wound batteries, are gaining in popularity in a wide number of application […]July 31, 2013RoadbuildingGuest Blog: A new dealWith the housing market showing signs of new life and public infrastructure spending high on the agenda, it’s possible to believe that the long, nuclear winter of recession in road-building may just be drawing to an end. In May, monthly home sales hit their highest level since July 2008. According to a Standard & Poor […]July 29, 2013RoadbuildingContributed Story: Fort Worth’s gateway bridge projectCity of Fort Worth, Texas DOT, Sundt Construction collaboratively redesign West 7th Street Bridge The West 7th Street Bridge in Fort Worth, Texas, is handling its heaviest loads ever as a dozen 300-ton arches are moved into place as part of a $25.9 million reconstruction project for the 100-year-old bridge. The bridge design is a […]May 27, 2013Previous PagePage 6 of 7Next PageTop StoriesCompact equipmentVolvo Launches Next-Gen L30, L35 Compact Wheel LoadersThe new CWLs are designed for faster work, increased maneuverability and better visibility, among other new features.Wheel LoadersCase CE Expands Wheel Loader Range with New 651GMarket PulseQuick Data: Top-Selling Skid Steers and Sales Trends 2024Graders/ScrapersMotor Graders Getting Easier to Operate, More VersatileFeatured SponsorSelecting the Correct Construction Tire Solution