eFlex Premium Micro Surfacing

Protecting High-Traffic Roadways with eFlex® Highly Modified Micro Surfacing

Helping agencies and contractors succeed starts with offering a toolbox of solutions, each addressing specific needs that may be encountered on roads throughout a network. The goal of every project is to select an optimal treatment to extend pavement life and budget. One of these innovative options is eFlex® highly modified micro surfacing, now part of the Asphalt Materials portfolio. 

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Employee Spotlight: Ron Arredondo – Driving Innovation in Pavement Preservation 

At Asphalt Materials, Inc., innovation and customer success go hand in hand—recently joining the team, Ron Arredondo brings a passion for both. As a Technical Product Manager, Ron is dedicated to helping customers find the right pavement solutions to improve road performance. His expertise will shine through as he focuses on new technology such as eFlex® highly modified micro surfacing asphalt emulsion. 

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Madison County Takes Proactive Approach to Road Maintenance

In Central Ohio, just west of Columbus, lies Madison County – a community of 44,000 residents and a diverse network of rural and urban roadways. Like many counties, Madison County faces the challenge of maintaining its network with limited resources and growing demands. But instead of relying solely on traditional methods, the county has embraced a proactive approach to extend the life of its roads.

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Preparing for Indiana’s Specification Change

The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) announced a significant change in asphalt binder specifications in 2024, transitioning from PG 64-22 to PG 58-28. This change, effective for contracts let on or after September 1, 2024, affects all base grade liquid asphalt binder in Indiana as well as the testing requirements (from AASHTO M320 to AASHTO M332, incorporating AASHTO R92 requirements). In addition, the terminology of which liquid asphalt binders are referred to will be updated to align with these changes.

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