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Carbon and cost benefits from using Geosynthetic Interlayers
Carbon and cost benefits from using Geosynthetic Interlayers Foster Contracting have estimated that values ranging from 29% to 93% can be achieved in carbon reduction, along with significant cost savi...
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New Hamm Tandem Rollers combine vibration and oscillation in one drum
New Hamm Tandem Rollers combine vibration and oscillation in one drum The tandem rollers of the HD+ series have been a firm fixture in the product range of roller manufacturer Hamm for many years. Bac...
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An analysis of the Global Bitumen Market in January 2024
An analysis of the Global Bitumen Market in January 2024 As we step into 2024, the global bitumen market, a critical component of the construction industry, presents a complex yet intriguing scenario....
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Zero Emission Compaction with Electric Tandem Rollers from Hamm
Zero Emission Compaction with Electric Tandem Rollers from Hamm Since their world première at Bauma 2022, the compact electric rollers have been impressing users on a daily basis in the road-building,...
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Wirtgen Concrete Paving Solutions heading to World of Concrete 2024
Wirtgen Concrete Paving Solutions heading to World of Concrete 2024 Innovative and market-driven solutions for precise and cost-efficient concrete paving The highlight at the World of Concrete show fr...
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VolvoCE strategic divestment of ABG Paver business to Ammann Group
VolvoCE strategic divestment of ABG Paver business to Ammann Group In a strategic move that’s set to reshape the contours of the construction equipment landscape, Volvo Construction Equipment (V...
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The Advantages of Benninghoven’s Asphalt Mixing Plant in Bulgaria
The Advantages of Benninghoven’s Asphalt Mixing Plant in Bulgaria Benninghoven has been active in the Bulgarian market since 2005 and has its own sales and service network in the country with Wi...
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Navigating the Global Bitumen Market amidst ongoing Geopolitical Tensions
Navigating the Global Bitumen Market amidst ongoing Geopolitical Tensions In the intricate web of global economics, few industries are as sensitive to geopolitical shifts as the construction sector, p...
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Symbiosis of Trees and Asphalt in Urban Landscapes
Symbiosis of Trees and Asphalt in Urban Landscapes In an era where climate change looms large, the humble tree has emerged as an unsung hero in the urban tapestry. At the University of Gothenburg, res...
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Shifting Sands and the Global Bitumen Markets
Shifting Sands and the Global Bitumen Markets The world of construction materials, particularly bitumen, is a mirror reflecting the larger movements of global economics and politics. The recent geopol...
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Revolutionizing Bitumen Processing with CIRCOR Advanced Pump Technology
Revolutionizing Bitumen Processing with CIRCOR Advanced Pump Technology In the dynamic world of heavy oil processing, technological advancements are pivotal. Standing at the forefront of this innovati...
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Global Bitumen Market Fluctuations after OPEC+ postponement
Global Bitumen Market Fluctuations after OPEC+ postponement In a week marked by anticipation and uncertainty, the global bitumen market experienced notable fluctuations, closely mirroring the volatile...
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Vögele Paving Train lays the perfect Racing Track for Magarigawa Club in Japan
Vögele Paving Train lays the perfect Racing Track for Magarigawa Club in Japan Tight bends and uphill gradients up to 19%: Three Vögele pavers and one MT 3000-3i Offset material transfer vehicle were...
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The UK Road Infrastructure in urgent need of durable solutions
The UK Road Infrastructure in urgent need of durable solutions As the UK grapples with an escalating pothole crisis, questions arise about the efficacy of the government’s approach to road maint...
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Fully Autonomous Soil Compactor tested by Trimble on live jobsite
Fully Autonomous Soil Compactor tested by Trimble on live jobsite Trimble has completed its first test of a fully autonomous soil compactor on a live jobsite, taking another important step on the path...
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The Global Bitumen market soars amidst Conflict and Energy Fluctuations
The Global Bitumen market soars amidst Conflict and Energy Fluctuations In the wake of over a month-long conflict in the Middle East, leading to tragic human losses with casualties exceeding 12,000, t...
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New Road Widener Curb Backfiller attachment for FH-R Material Placement
New Road Widener Curb Backfiller attachment for FH-R Material Placement Road Widener LLC, a leading manufacturer of innovative road and utility construction equipment, offers the Curb Backfiller acces...
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Global Bitumen Market wavers amid Oil Sector uncertainty
Global Bitumen Market wavers amid Oil Sector uncertainty Amidst a backdrop of geopolitical tensions and fluctuating oil prices, the global bitumen market remains enigmatic, with industry analysts unab...
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Northeast UK debuts greenest Road Resurfacing
Northeast UK debuts greenest Road Resurfacing In a ground-breaking initiative in the UK’s northeast, three local roads have been cited as the greenest highways ever resurfaced in the country. Th...
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Economic and conflict interplay causing Global Oil and Bitumen Fluctuations
Economic and conflict interplay causing Global Oil and Bitumen Fluctuations On Wednesday, following a two-day downturn in crude oil prices, the market experienced minimal fluctuations. This stability...
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CIRCOR Pumps for Asphalt Binder Processing and Transfer
CIRCOR Pumps for Asphalt Binder Processing and Transfer CIRCOR International, Inc., a leading manufacturer and marketer of differentiated technology products and sub-systems, highlights their IMO bran...
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Oil and bitumen prices ignited by Middle East Tensions
Oil and bitumen prices ignited by Middle East Tensions As tensions in the Middle East flared last week, the global Brent crude oil index saw a significant 4.1% jump on Monday, 16 October, reaching a h...
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Middle East Crisis sends shockwaves through Global Bitumen Markets
Middle East Crisis sends shockwaves through Global Bitumen Markets In a sudden turn of events, the geopolitical landscape in the Middle East underwent a seismic shift on Saturday, 7th October, when Ha...
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Israel conflict sparks temporary surge in Bitumen Prices
Israel conflict sparks temporary surge in Bitumen Prices The recent conflict between Israel and Hamas has sent shockwaves through the global oil market, causing a significant surge in oil prices. Acco...
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Three factors driving the increase of Global Bitumen Prices
Three factors driving the increase of Global Bitumen Prices In recent developments, global crude oil, fuel, and bitumen prices have seen an increase, driven by a combination of factors impacting marke...
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Kleemann continues Sustainability drive for less noise and dust pollution
Kleemann continues Sustainability drive for less noise and dust pollution Excessive noise and dust emissions result in damage to health in the long term. To protect not only employees on building site...
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Global Bitumen Prices on the Rise
Global Bitumen Prices on the Rise The global oil and bitumen markets are experiencing significant turbulence, with various geopolitical events and supply factors driving prices to new heights. The rec...
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Construction Industry braces for price hike in Bitumen
Construction Industry braces for price hike in Bitumen In a volatile twist of events, the global oil market is once again sending shockwaves through the construction industry. On September 6, the Asia...
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HighRAP research project paving the way to understand Asphalt Recycling
HighRAP research project paving the way to understand Asphalt Recycling In spring, not only snowdrops and crocuses sprout, but also construction sites on Swiss roads. Repair work, patching and renewal...
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Cemex ground-breaking Lower Carbon Asphalt paves way for Cycle Project in Liverpool
Cemex ground-breaking Lower Carbon Asphalt paves way for Cycle Project in Liverpool Global building materials solutions supplier Cemex has helped to deliver the successful completion of an innovative...
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Cemex increases investment in UK Asphalt Business
Cemex increases investment in UK Asphalt Business Global building materials supplier Cemex is making strong progress with a significant investment programme into its UK asphalt operation. This include...
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Aggregate Industries explores Building Roads of the Future
Aggregate Industries explores Building Roads of the Future As climate change, urbanisation and soaring car ownership continue to fuel a new age of sustainable road infrastructure, Neil Leake, National...
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Vögele’s new Mini-Paver in big demand after successful launch in Europe
Vögele’s new Mini-Paver in big demand after successful launch in Europe Following the premiere at Bauma 2022, Vögele has now started supplying the diesel-powered MINI 500 and MINI 502 models. Th...
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VolvoCE wins EPA Grant to test DD25 Electric Compactor in California
VolvoCE wins EPA Grant to test DD25 Electric Compactor in California Volvo Construction Equipment is expected to receive a $1.1 million grant to conduct a pilot project of its new DD25 Electric asphal...
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Wirtgen W200Fi Milling Machine renovates Stadio Olimpico running track in Rome
Wirtgen W200Fi Milling Machine renovates Stadio Olimpico running track in Rome Built in 1927 as Stadio dei Cipressi (Cypress Stadium), the Stadio Olimpico has hosted a wide variety of high-attendance...
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Cemex expands Vertua Range for more Sustainable Asphalt Solutions
Cemex expands Vertua Range for more Sustainable Asphalt Solutions Cemex’s VIALOW, VIAFLOW®, and VIACOURT® asphalt, plus newer products that use a lower carbon bitumen, now form a new series of high-pe...
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Aggregate Industries takes pole position after resurfacing Donington Park
Aggregate Industries takes pole position after resurfacing Donington Park Donington Park is one of the world’s most iconic race venues, hosting some of motorsport’s most prestigious national and inter...
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Keeping British Roads safe doesn’t need to cost the Earth
Keeping British Roads safe doesn’t need to cost the Earth Local authorities have a statutory responsibility to ensure that their road networks are in a safe and serviceable condition. At the sam...
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Staffordshire County Council’s JCB Pothole Pro clocks in for its first shift
Staffordshire County Council’s JCB Pothole Pro clocks in for its first shift Staffordshire County Council’s brand-new Pothole Pro has clocked on for its first shift – on the doorstep of the JCB...
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Vögele celebrates huge demand for new Mini Pavers in Europe
Vögele celebrates huge demand for new Mini Pavers in Europe Following the premiere at Bauma 2022, Vögele has now started supplying the diesel-powered MINI 500 and MINI 502 models. The company’s smalle...
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Restoring Skid Resistance in Cyngor Gwynedd
Restoring Skid Resistance in Cyngor Gwynedd When multiple roads in the Dwyfor area of Cyngor Gwynedd were identified to have skid resistance below the required levels, a solution was required to resto...
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Caterpillar simplifies Soil Compactor Nomenclature
Caterpillar simplifies Soil Compactor Nomenclature Caterpillar has launched an initiative to simplify nomenclature for select models in the Cat® vibratory soil compactor range. To correlate with the G...
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New heavy-duty Cat 836 Landfill Compactor maximizes performance and reliability
New heavy-duty Cat 836 Landfill Compactor maximizes performance and reliability The new Cat® 836 Landfill Compactor leverages Caterpillar’s decades of experience in maximizing machine performance and...
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Benninghoven Recycling Priority Asphalt Plant champions Green Technology
Benninghoven Recycling Priority Asphalt Plant champions Green Technology A double première in the Swiss Confederation: September 2022 saw the start of production at Switzerland’s first Benninghoven Re...
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Balfour Beatty and Metcon win Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority Contract
Balfour Beatty and Metcon win Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority Contract Balfour Beatty’s Building operations and joint venture partner Metcon Inc., in association with Right Build and Varnedoe Constru...
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OCL Regeneration’s New Recycling Centre to Revolutionise Road Construction
OCL Regeneration’s New Recycling Centre to Revolutionise Road Construction OCL Regeneration has announced the launch of a new recycling centre in Medway’s Hoo peninsula, dedicated to asphalt, co...
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Caterpillar adding a compact line of Asphalt Pavers and Screeds
Caterpillar adding a compact line of Asphalt Pavers and Screeds Caterpillar Inc. announces that it will be adding a new compact line of asphalt pavers and screeds to the Paving Products family. These...
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VÖGELE high-performance Asphalt Pavers heading to CONEXPO
VÖGELE high-performance Asphalt Pavers heading to CONEXPO At CONEXPO 2023, VÖGELE will be presenting an attractive cross-section of its current product range: From the small paver, the SUPER 700i, the...
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Bio Bitumen promises Sustainable Asphalt Manufacturing
Bio Bitumen promises Sustainable Asphalt Manufacturing QM Recycled Energy has been appointed the exclusive UK distributor of German company B2 Square’s Bio Bitumen. This is a completely new meth...
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HAMM set for Conexpo with Earthworks and Asphalt Construction Innovations
HAMM set for Conexpo with Earthworks and Asphalt Construction Innovations HAMM is presenting a packed program at Conexpo/CON-AGG 2023, including several world premieres as well as innovative further d...
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