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The importance of asphalt sustainability takes center stage in New Orleans
The National Pavement Asphalt Association (NAPA) recently held a sustainability conference in New Orleans and Better Roads magazine was in attendance. The two-day event stressed the importance of sustainability, and why it’s so important to the future of the industry. Adam Hand, Director of Quality Management at Granite Construction, was one of several presenters who […]
November 13, 2014
Construction Equipment
Home design with a tornado-proof core could serve as the blueprint for storm-proofing future communities
After seeing countless homes destroyed in three recent natural disasters, an architectural contest was held to attract specific storm-proof house designs for three impacted cities. New York City and New Orleans, affected by Hurricane Sandy and Hurricane Katrina respectively, both tapped energy-efficient winners in the Designing Recovery competition, sponsored chiefly by the American Institute of Architects. […]
December 19, 2013
Roadbuilding
Geofoam saves time, money during three projects
The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has promoted the use of expanded polystyrene (EPS) geofoam as a lightweight embankment soil alternative for a number of years. In a 2006 report, the agency’s Technical Service Team described the material as a “field-tested, budget-friendly winner.” Why? FHWA engineers list the following benefits: Accelerated construction Payroll, transportation and equipment […]
December 6, 2013
Roadbuilding
Obama touts infrastructure investment during New Orleans visit
During his visit to the Port of New Orleans last week, President Obama called on Congress to invest more in U.S. infrastructure, particularly ports and waterways, according to a report from The Hill. Obama noted that the U.S. is falling behind other countries with its infrastructure, adding that “we’re relying on old stuff.” He also […]
November 11, 2013
Technology
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Louisiana storm surge barrier takes top global honors  The Lake Borgne Surge Barrier–a two-mile tall, 26-foot tall concrete and steel bulkwark against hurricanes and floodwaters, has been named the world’s most outstanding engineering achievement for 2012. Built in response to the devastation caused by Hurricane Katrina, the $1.1 billion barrier’s primary designer was a […]
May 1, 2012
Business
Rental Show introduces new sessions
The Rental Show 2012 in New Orleans will begin February 5 with a full day of seminars and will continue with morning educational sessions February 7-8, with a total of 30 seminars. This year’s Rental Show will introduce its first indoor-outdoor product demonstrations, which are half-day sessions limited to 50 participants. Unlike other Show education […]
January 9, 2012
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