Category: Asphalt
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Asphalt Plant Seasonal Start-Up Best Practices
Before he passed away, my grandfather used to say, “Machines are meant to run.” He spent his life working as a mechanic for several factories and metal shops in Northeast Ohio, and, eventually, he ended his career working at NASA’s Glenn Research Center in Cleveland. He basically had a full machine shop in his garage,…
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February 2025 ACON Editorial | For Construction Pros
It never ceases to amaze me what truly smart and resourceful people can do with might seem like very little. Isaac Newton had an apple fall on his head, and he goes on to describe gravity, meanwhile, I have an Apple iPhone with access to the entirety of human history and knowledge, and I struggle…
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Maneuver Through Roadwork with Skid Steers and Attachments
Skid steers are a popular machine to have on any construction job site. They are highly useful due to their maneuverability and power. When doing roadwork, skid steers are a great asset to the team. Skid steers have what it takes to handle the tight turns and solid roads of concrete and asphalt. Skid steers…
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Arizona Congressman Sponsors Bill To Abolish OSHA
On January 3, 2025, Andy Biggs (R – AR – 5) introduced a new, if exceedingly brief, piece of legislation that would result in the abolition of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Its formation was the result of the Occupation Safety and Health Act, signed into being by former Republican President Richard Nixon on…
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Finding Good Hires From Outside the Asphalt Industry
During my first year in the asphalt industry, I’ve found that my favorite part of the job lies in my initial conversations with people who are also in the industry. More often than not, people ask me “how did you end up in asphalt?” When I relay my story, I’m met with a similar story…
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Asphalt Industry Offers Path For American Dream
My name is Vijay Palanisamy and I currently work as Vice President of Product Management and Marketing at Dynapac. When Asphalt Contractor first reached out to me about this feature, I was not fully sure what I was going to say or write about. However, I tried to share my journey, how I got in…
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Prioritizing Workzone Safety in the State of Florida
Not long ago, I was stopped at a red light, in a school zone, watching children cross the road. The crossing guards were very diligent in their whistle blowing, walking to the middle of the intersection to ensure those children crossed the road carefully, signing them across and focusing on the surrounding traffic. I imagined…
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The 3 Main Types of Recycled Asphalt in Comparison
The world has become more invested in reducing its environmental impact and the construction industry has taken its own steps on its journey towards being more environmentally friendly. In the asphalt world, you have the option to use all-new asphalt with virgin materials or you can make a mix with some sort of recycled material.…