To support Members in stricken communities, NAPA launched a pilot project to help members impacted by disasters connect with members who want to help.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Perpetual Pavement Conference, a multi-day exploration of long-lasting pavement design, will be held Oct. 28-30 at the Omni Louisville in Kentucky.

 

 

Ross Bentsen will present on his topic, Balanced Mix Designs for Illinois Tollway Perpetual Pavements, on Oct. 29.

 

PLUS: Read more about another PPC session set to examine 23 years of research at NCAT.

 

 

 

Rates increase Dec. 1, so register now to book hotel accommodations in the NAPA room block as soon as possible. Registrants will receive a confirmation email with instructions to reserve lodging.

 

 

 

 

In the latest episode of Pave It Black, Richard and Brett discuss how specialized software can enhance your operations.

 

 

While many think of everyday tools like Office 365 and CRM databases, there are software platforms uniquely designed for the needs of asphalt pavement companies. To dig deeper, we talk to Ari Bleemer from OneCrew, a company at the forefront of creating innovative software solutions for our industry.

 

"It's really important to know exactly what you are looking for in implementing technology," Ari said.

 

Ari shares the story behind developing a unified platform for asphalt professionals and explains how digital tools can streamline operations, enhance productivity, and overcome common industry challenges. We also explore the broader trends in software adoption, the hurdles companies face when integrating new technology, and the exciting emerging technologies on the horizon.

 

 

 

NAPA Director of Pavement Engineering & Innovation Jean-Paul Fort will moderate a three-part series of webinars on airfield paving starting Nov. 15.

 

Register now for each session:

 

 

 

 

 

 

NAPA joins the friends and family in mourning the loss of Mark E. Boden of Ajax Materials Corp in September.

 

Boden started his career with Ajax Materials in 1989 in its asphalt plant division, working in Michigan and Florida after earning his mechanical engineering degree from Michigan Technological University. He earned a master's degree from the University of Michigan in 2000 and was promoted to Vice President of AMC Michigan in 2003.

 

Boden had served on the Asphalt Pavement Association of Michigan Board of Directors since 2019. Ajax President Mark Johnston described Mark as the “ultimate leader.”

 

 

 

 

 

NCAT's "From Research to Implementation" webinar series continues Oct. 17 with a virtual presentation on ignition furnaces.