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NAPA: Use of recycled asphalt in paving reaches record high

More than 85 million tons of recycled materials were used in new asphalt mixtures in 2018, most of that being recycled asphalt pavement (RAP). Details here.

October 7, 2019

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NAPA releases third installment of Sustainable Asphalt Pavements: A Practical Guide

The National Asphalt Pavement Association’s (NAPA) released the third installment in the Sustainable Asphalt Pavements: A Practical Guide series, “Procuring and Evaluating Sustainability,” is now available. The 14-page book outlines how public projects are starting to incorporate and reward sustainable construction practices. “Owner agencies are looking to incorporate sustainability into their projects, whether it’s green construction […]

September 27, 2019

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NAPA releases Design & Construction of Heavy-Duty Pavements 2nd edition

The National Asphalt Pavement Association (NAPA) released an updated second edition of Design & Construction of Heavy-Duty Pavements (Quality Improvement Series – QIP 123) on August 27. The publication covers structural design, material section, mixture design, production, construction, and quality control considerations for heavy-duty asphalt pavements, including a discussion on large-stone mixes. “Heavy-duty asphalt pavements […]

September 12, 2019

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NAPA conference calling all future leaders in asphalt industry

The National Asphalt Pavement Association’s upcoming annual Impact Leadership Group Conference, to be held September 17-19 in Atlanta, is focused on the next generation of leaders in the asphalt industry. NAPA says the conference will help develop leadership and management skills, provide updates on the latest safety concerns, build a national network of industry professionals […]

September 2, 2019

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Volvo gears up for a new round of Road Institute courses on paving, compaction

Volvo Construction Equipment’s next Road Institute will kick off in November. The institute provides operator and maintenance training on Volvo pavers and soil and asphalt compactors and their hydraulic and electrical systems, as well as teaches paving best practices and details the latest in requirements for state departments of transportation. Those who complete the paver […]

August 7, 2019

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FHWA and NAPA release online video series on asphalt pavement principles

The videos feature industry figures discussing best practices for pavement performance and highlight innovation and collaboration in modern asphalt works.

June 26, 2019

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NAPA releases second book in sustainable asphalt pavements guide series

As part of the Sustainable Asphalt Pavements: A Practical Guide series, the National Asphalt Pavement Association released “Sustainability Specifics.”

June 6, 2019

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Two Rogers Group crews in Ark. receive NAPA 2018 Quality in Construction Awards

The National Asphalt Pavement Association has recognized two of the Rogers Group Inc.'s crews. The two crews received 2018 Quality in Construction Awards.

April 19, 2019

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Lindy Paving and PennDOT win NAPA’s Sheldon G. Hayes Award for asphalt paving excellence

Lindy Paving and PennDOT won a National Asphalt Pavement Association award for construction of asphalt pavement on I-79 in Pennsylvania. Learn more here.

April 17, 2019

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AEM, NAPA, NSSGA chiefs discuss infrastructure funding, workforce at AGG1/WOA

The discussion panel was made up of several high-profile and reputable industry professionals that discussed infrastructure, spending and much more. More here.

February 19, 2019

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NAPA, NSSGA applaud Trump’s call to improve infrastructure

Part of President Trump's State of the Union address called for improvement of infrastructure. NAPA and NSSGA applaud Trump's remarks. More on Equipment World.

February 11, 2019

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Tributes for retiring NAPA president Acott tell of industry icon who fostered alliances, innovation

The National Asphalt Pavement Association's retiring president, Mike Acott, was honored at the association's 64th annual meeting. Learn more about Acott here.

January 31, 2019