August 2023

Association News

Perpetual Pavement Case Study:

An Award-Winning Design in Piatt County, Illinois

The National Asphalt Pavement Association (NAPA) and Roads & Bridges spotlight the achievements of Piatt County, Illinois, in this case study. The county recently stepped into the limelight when it won a Perpetual Pavement Award (PPA), becoming the second U.S. local public agency road project to receive such recognition.

Piatt County earned its PPA by Conversion award by transforming a deteriorating five-mile section of Monticello Road (County Highway 4) from a five-inch, white-topping concrete pavement to a multi-layer asphalt-topped roadway expected to require minimal upkeep.

Spotlight: Environmental Product Declarations

Local governments are using environmental product declarations to achieve sustainability goals and provide transparency when selecting building materials.

Read more about how standardization is allowing agencies to select the greenest building materials in the digital version of Florida Asphalt magazine.

Annual FASP Sporting Clays Tournament Registration Is Live!

The highly-anticipated yearly FASP Sporting Clays event is currently available through the ACAF website.

Save the date, Saturday October 7, 2023, and come together with colleagues and family in Lithia, Florida, for a fantastic time, all while contributing to the funding of our Florida Asphalt Scholarship Program!

V.A. Paving etched their name on the trophy in 2022. Are they poised to repeat this achievement and secure the win once more?

FDOT Letting Tons in August 2023

Key Dates

Meetings & Events

NAPA IMPACT Leadership Group Conference – September 18–20, 2023

2023 FASP Sporting Clays Tournament – October 7, 2023

2023 Florida Asphalt Expo – December 19-20, 2023

2024 ACAF Convention – June 13-16, 2024

NAPA Perpetual Pavement Conference – October 28–30, 2024

FDOT Letting Dates

District Four Letting – August 4, 2023

District Three Letting – August 10, 2023

District Two Letting – August 16, 2023

District One Letting – August 17, 2023

Turnpike Letting – August 22, 2023

Central Office Letting – August 30, 2023

District Six Letting – August 31, 2023

Webinars &

Virtual Training

Creating Long-Life Pavements with FAA P-401 – September 7, 2023

Distribution Centers: Built Better with Asphalt – September 28, 2023

News You Can Use

Soy Asphalt Technology Showcased at 2023 Farm Progress Show

The nation’s largest outdoor farm show, the Farm Progress Show, showcased new sustainable technology at the Varied Industries Tent this year. By incorporating soy into the asphalt, the product becomes more durable – lengthening its lifetime.

Source: Farm Progress

Engineers Creating Safer Asphalt for Environment and Human Health

Recent research shows asphalt to be a source of harmful chemicals, but researchers are working on ways to change that while keeping its carbon footprint in check.

Source: Chemical and Engineering News

Building a Culture of Mental Health Safety for Craft Professionals

An inside look at how one company built a culture of mental health safety for their professionals and their advice on discussing mental health in construction.

Source: For Construction Pros

AI Pioneers Expect Safer Roads and Construction Sites with the Help of New Technology

Speculation about artificial intelligence (AI) has centered around fears that it will replace human jobs with computers, but some experts in the field believe the technology AI is going to revolutionize everyday jobs — and save lives in the process.

Source: MSN.com

Bridge in Vero Beach to Remain Partially Open During Construction

Partial closure of the Alma Lee Loy Bridge in Vero Beach will create traffic chaos for at least the next four years. The $22 million bridge-repair project could have been done quicker — in 2.5 years — but at the cost of detours and even more chaos.

Source: TC Palm

OSHA Proposes New Regs for Safety Gear in the Construction Industry

The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recently released a proposal to clarify that personal protective equipment (PPE) must fit construction workers properly.

Source: SHRM

Member News

Hubbard Honors Project Superintendent Julius Robinson with Golden Hard Hat Award

Hubbard Construction Company is proud to announce that Project Superintendent Julius Robinson has been awarded the prestigious Golden Hard Hat Award. This award recognizes individuals who demonstrate exceptional leadership, commitment, and excellence in the construction industry. Congratulations, Julius!

Photo credit: Hubbard Construction Company

CWR Contracting's Plant City Division Celebrates Safety Milestone

CWR Contracting's Plant City division has reached a significant milestone: Completing one full year without any lost-time incidents. This achievement is a testament to the company's commitment to safety and the hard work of its team members, who prioritize safety in every aspect of their work. The company celebrated the milestone with a special cookout and free giveaways.

Photo credit: CWR Contracting