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APAM Launches New Website
APAM has just launched a new website that is focused on the versatility and benefits of asphalt pavements. It has information on ultra-thin and perpetual pavements, rubblization, life cycle cost and driveways! There is also information for the membership - MDOT specifications, dates for upcoming events and a photo album of award winning projects and much more! You should have received a welcome email giving you a password and user name to the protected areas a couple days ago. This will get you into the Members Area of the website where you will be able to update your info. Please email Debi if you have any questions about this process or about anything on the website.
Visit www.apa-mi.org
We hope you find it a useful tool.
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APAM Happenings |
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APAM Annual BBQ
The BBQ is right around the corner. Tuesday, September 9, 2008 is the date. 2937 Atrium Drive (MITA Building) is the place from 4:00 to 7:00 pm. Have you reserved your spot? Click here for the registration form, fill it out and email it back. See you soon!
2008 Asphalt Paving Awards
It's never too early to start thinking of the jobs you've done this year (or completed last year after the deadline for award submittal). The 2008 APAM/MDOT Asphalt Paving Rules and Award Nomination Forms have been emailed out. These forms are also available on our website. Be sure to save Thursday, December 11, 2008 and plan to attend the Awards Banquet at the Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center in East Lansing.
Nomination Form
Please keep these deadlines in mind when submitting your projects:
Deadlines for 2008 Project Submittal:
Superior Region: Monday, October 6th
North Region: Monday, October 13th
All Other Regions: Monday, October 20th
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MDOT News |
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MDOT Plans No Changes to Modified Binder Grades
On July 22nd, a meeting with MDOT and Industry representatives was held to discuss the current situation with the supply of SBS polymer modified binders. Discussion topics included the reasons for SBS shortages around the country, other types of modifiers available as alternatives to SBS, and MDOT's Binder Selection Guidelines.
Recently, MDOT's Pavement Operations Engineer Steve Palmer notified APAM that, after considering all of the information, MDOT has decided to make no changes related to the specification and use of SBS polymer modified binders at this time. The Department will continue to let projects as designed and scheduled, and will be closely monitoring HMA bid prices and binder supply.
MDOT to Pilot New Dense Graded Aggregate Special Provision
In July, a new special provision for Dense-Graded Aggregate was approved for use in 2009. The new special provision was drafted by representatives from MDOT and the industry associations.
According to Mike Eacker, MDOT's Pavement Design Engineer, the Department is in the process of identifying about 6 projects for piloting the new spec in 2009. The SP requires that "the Contractor will make allowance for and be solely responsible for degradation and segregation during shipment, placement and compaction of the dense-graded material." The specification includes Pay Adjustments Factors for failure to meet gradation, loss by wash and Percent Crushed.
Click here to view the special provision
MDOT Issues Construction Advisories
MDOT has issued the following Construction Advisory, (Click on the link to view):
2008-13 Proper Installation of Temporary Water-filled Attenuators
Engineering Operations Committee Minutes for July
The minutes for the Engineering Operations Committee meeting held on July 17, 2008 have been released. Please click on the link to read the minutes.
July Minutes
At their July 17th meeting, EOC approved new HMA Mixture Selection Guidelines which eliminates the use of Marshall mixes on MDOT projects, thus making Superpave HMA the standard. See item 4 in the July EOC minutes for more details.
Click here to view the HMA Mixture Selection Guidelines
MDOT Links
Click here to view a listing of Construction Advisories
Click here to view a listing of Instructional Memorandums
Click here to view a listing of EOC Minutes
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News on our Members |
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Oldcastle Materials Announces Michigan Promotions
Recently, Oldcastle Materials Group (OMG) has announced the following promotions:
Dan Stover has been promoted to the position of President, Michigan Paving and Materials Co.
Dan is a graduate of Michigan State University with a civil engineering degree. He also received his MBA from the University of Michigan and is a Registered Professional Engineer. Dan has been in the industry for 14 years, joining the company 11 years ago. He had held his previous position of Vice President for the past 5 years.
Dennis Rickard has been promoted to the position of President, OMG Liquid Asphalt Division. In his new role, Dennis will be responsible for developing and executing a company-wide liquid asphalt strategy for US operations.
Dennis is a graduate of the University of Michigan and has spent 34 years in the materials business. He joined Thompson-McCully in 1975 and held successive positions, became it's president in 1999 when Oldcastle acquired the company (renamed Michigan Paving & Materials Co.). In addition to his new position, Dennis will remain Chairman of Michigan Paving & Materials Co.
Both Dan and Dennis have been active leaders in the Association. Dan is currently a member of the APAM Board of Directors and Dennis served as President of the Association in 2004/05.
Congratulations Dan and Dennis!
Oldcastle Materials, with 25,000 employees in over 40 states, produces aggregates, asphalt, ready mixed concrete and provides construction and paving services.
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Technical Resources |
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Warm-Mix Asphalt: Contractors' Experiences (IS- 134)
This publication captures the experiences of seven contractors from different states who have used warm mix. Learn from them how warm-mix asphalt worked, what they learned from the experience, and what surprised them.
Warm-Mix Asphalt: The Future of Asphalt (PS-30)
This publication covers the origins of warm mix and explains how the technologies work. It also explores the potential impact of WMA on recycling, benefits to the environment, and construction benefits.
Asphalt Pavements and the LEED Green Building System (PS-32)
This informational brochure outlines the various ways in which asphalt pavements may be used to obtain or contribute to Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design credits (LEED).
Please visit the NAPA Store to place order.
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In Other News... |
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Scams Involving Asphalt Reported
Recently, several cases of asphalt scams have occurred in Michigan and were reported to the Association. We want you to be aware that APAM has published an Asphalt Driveway and Parking Lot Brochure that will help customers make the right decisions concerning their project and avoid costly mistakes.
Please download the brochure and pass it around. If you need printed copies, please call the APAM office.
Asphalt Driveway and Parking Lot Brochure
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Other Meetings |
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M-115 Performance Contracting Showcase on September 30
The Highways for LIFE sponsored showcase will be a panel discussion of MDOT's M-115 Project. The showcase will review the performance contracting process, including lessons learned in specifying, administrating and constructing the project. The showcase will also include a visit to the project. It will be held in Clare, MI.
Click here for more info and to register
There is no registration fee, but you must be registered by September 15 to attend.
Tim Murphy to Present Training Seminar on Commercial HMA Applications
A one day educational program to discuss HMA use in commercial applications such as Industrial, Intermodal, Quick Service Restaurants, Heavy Duty Truck Lanes, and Light Duty Parking will be held on October 1st in Chicago. The seminar will focus on the engineering, economic, and environmental principles Hot Mix Asphalt in these applications. The target audience is specifiers such as architects, engineers, and owners or facility managers. HMA contractors are also encouraged to attend.
Click here for complete information and registration form.
NPHQ Annual Meeting
The National Partnership for Highway Quality (NPHQ) will hold their Annual Meeting in San Antonio Texas on November 6-7, 2008 at the Hyatt Regency Riverwalk Hotel.
Visit http://nphq.org/ for more information
2009 World of Asphalt
Mark your calendars now for March 9-12, 2009 for the 2009 World of Asphalt Show & Conference to be held in Orlando Florida.
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