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Roadbuilding
Volvo CE unveils first intelligent compaction system with real-time density, multitouch display
Volvo Construction Equipment today introduced the industry’s first intelligent compaction (IC) system that measures density in real time at the World of Asphalt show in Baltimore. Dubbed Density Direct, the Android-based system’s user interface features a 10-inch touch screen with multitouch capabilities much like a smart phone or tablet that operators should find familiar. Joe Petracone, with […]
March 17, 2015
Roadbuilding
Caterpillar brings its quick-heating screed system to two new pavers: the AP655F, AP600F
At the World of Asphalt show in Baltimore today, Caterpillar introduced two new pavers equipped with its quick-heating screed system that cuts heating times by more than half. New screed platforms are available for the pavers including the vibratory only SE50 V and SE60 V as well as the SE50 VT which offers vibration and tamper […]
March 17, 2015
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Roadbuilding
Ground broken on Indiana’s $400 million “Major Moves 2020” transportation projects
Indiana Gov. Mike Pence recently broke ground to symbolically begin work on the “Major Moves 2020” construction program, representing a $400 million bump in funds to expand lanes on certain sections of the states interstates. “Roads mean jobs, and Major Moves 2020 will further enhance Indiana’s reputation as the ‘Crossroads of America,’ ” Pence said. “When […]
March 17, 2015
Roadbuilding
Arizona DOT partners with college on Highway Construction Pre-Apprenticeship certification
The Arizona Department of Transportation is partnering with Gateway Community College to offer a Highway Construction Pre-Apprenticeship certification program beginning March 23. The program is being offered through ADOT’s Business Engagement and Compliance Office and is funded through the Federal Highway Administration. The program ends May 7. “This outreach program has a specific purpose to […]
March 17, 2015
Roadbuilding
DOT crews begin process of patching winter’s wrath felt by Mississippi roads
Work is presently underway by Mississippi Department of Transportation to repair potholes in roads damaged by an unusual foe to highways in the south—winter weather. “Our crews will be working to repair potholes caused by the recent winter weather as quickly as possible,” said MDOT Executive Director Melinda McGrath. “The weather is a major factor […]
March 17, 2015
Roadbuilding
Illinois Tollway committee approves funding up to $993 million for Route 53/120 project
A committee formed by the Illinois Tollway (IT) approved funding recommendations that could generate between $745 million and $993 million for the Illinois Route 53/120 extension project. According to an IT release, the committee, convened by the tollway for the project, also recommends IT proceed with studies covering the environmental and engineering aspects of the project, […]
March 16, 2015
Roadbuilding
Mississippi DOT announces Pittman as new roadway design engineer
Richard Pittman is the new Roadway Design division engineer for the Mississippi Department of Transporation. MDOT announced the appointment, stating the Jackson native will work with a new assistant in parsing out responsibilities to employees in the Roadway Design division. The division is responsible for “the design and preparation of plans for construction of […]
March 16, 2015
Roadbuilding
As highway reauthorization hearing nears, ARTBA proposes 15-cent gas tax increase for 10-year funding
A proposal dubbed “Getting Beyond Gridlock” by the American Road and Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) would raise $401 billion for highway and mass transit capital investments via a 15-cents-per-gallon increase in federal gas and diesel fuel taxes. The proposal comes less than a week before the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee holds a hearing on “reauthorizing” federal surface […]
March 13, 2015
Roadbuilding
Sixth element, reaching 90 feet deep, placed for Midtown Tunnel in Virginia
The sixth of 11 elements being used to create a new two-lane Midtown Tunnel connecting Portsmouth and Norfolk, Virginia, was placed March 5 by the Elizabeth River Tunnels (ERT) Project team. This element will be the deepest component of the tunnel (roughly 90 feet), which is being placed parallel to the existing U.S. 58 Midtown […]
March 13, 2015
Roadbuilding
Worker dies after 60-foot fall from Seattle’s Highway 520 bridge replacement project
While working high above Lake Washington Thursday afternoon, a worker on Seattle’s Highway 520 bridge replacement project fell some 60 feet and died later from his injuries. According to a report from the Seattle Times, Washington State Department of Transportation spokesman Ian Sterling said the unidentified worker was positioned atop the new floating bridge’s east highrise […]
March 13, 2015
Roadbuilding
Mississippi DOT begins work on Interstate 220 erosion
Almost immediately after The Federal Highway Administration announced emergency relief funds were being issued to the Mississippi Department of Transportation, roadwork began on an embankment slide on an Interstate 220 ramp. Heavy rains and severe winter weather combined to cause sliding, or embankment erosion, along the eastbound Highway 80 exit ramp to I-220, MDOT said. […]
March 13, 2015
Roadbuilding
North American Snow Conference set for April 12-15
The American Public Works Association (APWA) is expecting more than 1,500 snow and ice management professionals at its annual North American Snow Conference dubbed “The Show for Snow,” April 12-15 in Grand Rapids, Mich. “APWA’s Snow Conference will feature a concentrated collection of industry-leading snow and ice education sessions, and an exhibit floor with vendors […]
March 13, 2015
Roadbuilding
Iowa Transportation Commission approves $33 million in new highway and bridge projects
The Iowa Transportation Commission has approved a 2015 Iowa Transportation Improvement Program (ITIP) amendment to add highway and bridge projects for fiscal year 2015, a move made possible by the recent 10-cents-per-gallon gas tax approved by Gov. Terry Branstad. The new projects total $33.2 million, which is the amount expected to be collected for FY […]
March 12, 2015
Roadbuilding
TRB plans webinar covering pothole patching
The Transportation Research Board (TRB) of the National Academies will hold a webinar April 1 covering current practices for patching potholes, just in time for when many departments of transportation are beginning spring maintenance. The webinar, set for 1-2:30 p.m. ET, will cover: National Cooperative Highway Research Program (NCHRP) Synthesis 463: Pavement Patching Practices. This covers […]
March 12, 2015
Roadbuilding
Los Angeles city engineer joins Institute for Sustainable Infrastructure Board
The American Public Works Association (APWA) President Larry Stevens has appointed Gary Lee Moore, Los Angeles city engineer, to the Institute for Sustainable Infrastructure (ISI) board of directors for a three-year term. APWA co-established the ISI with the American Society of Civil Engineers and the American Council of Engineering Companies. A non-profit group, ISI develops and maintains a […]
March 12, 2015
Roadbuilding
Mississippi receives FHWA emergency funds for flooded road repairs
The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is providing $500,000 in emergency relief funds to help the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) to repair “federal-aid roads damaged by rainfall”. Flooding from severe winter weather, including excessive rainfall, this year has caused extensive erosion along Interstate 220 embankments, damage that will cost an estimated $1 million to repair. […]
March 11, 2015
Roadbuilding
Texas toll road fight proves how badly we need a gas tax hike
When push comes to shove, Texans can get more than a little rowdy. Of late, their cantankerous streak has flared up in opposition to the state’s toll road programs. For those of you who are not familiar, the newest toll roads in Texas use license plate scanners and other technology to eliminate toll booths and […]
March 11, 2015
Roadbuilding
Gannet Fleming’s I-81 emergency design project wins ACEC Pennsylvania award
The American Council of Engineering Companies of Pennsylvania (ACEC/PA) has presented Gannett Fleming with its 2015 Grand Conceptor Award for design work done on the Interstate 81 River Relief Route Emergency Design Project. The Grand Conceptor award is the highest honor presented during the ACEC/PA’s Diamond Awards for Engineering Excellence competition. The I-81 project was […]
March 11, 2015
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