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2024 Annual Conference & Workshop — Salt Lake City, Utah

Workshop Presentations

General Session

Asphalt Binders, Specifications, and Testing

  • Author: Codrin Daranga, Paragon Technical Services

Asphalt Emulsions, Specifications, and Testing

  • Author: Mike Anderson, Asphalt Institute

Advancements in Asphalt Mixture Design: From Tradition to Innovation for a Greener Future

  • Author: Louay Mohammad, Louisiana State University

Modification in Hot Mix Asphalt Applications

  • Author: Dennis Muncy, Ingevity

Achieving Asphalt Modification in Practice

  • Author: Jason Cox, D&H Equipment
Track A

Asset Management: Advancements in Pavement Preservation

  • Author: Scott Dymtrow, Pavement ACES

Modification in Asphalt: Emulsions & Applications

  • Author: Aaron Roy, Nouryon

Modifier Product Pipeline Management

  • Author: Swathi Theeda, ATS

Comparative LCA: Critical Considerations for a Modifier Supplier

  • Author: Suri Gatiganti, NCAT

Green Funding: The Modifier Supplier Perspective

  • Author: Ashley Batson, Ingevity

Track B

Evolution of Roofing Technologies

  • Authors: Punit Singhvi and David Ploense, Crafco Inc.

Polymer Modified Asphalt for Roofing

  • Author: Richard Blackwell, Kraton

Modified Asphalt for Residential Roofing Applications

  • Author: Ramil Mercado, GAF

Underlayments in Residential and Commercial Roofing

  • Author: Alison Schultz, Owens Corning

Modified Asphalt for Commercial Roofing Applications

  • Author: Julie Anne Geyer, The Gardland Company, Inc.

Sustainability Efforts in the Roofing Industry

  • Author: Toni Newsome, Owens Corning

Conference Presentations
Industry Highlights

Legislative Update

  • Author: Nile Elam, NAPA

AI Update on EPDs

  • Author: Mike Anderson, Asphalt Institute

Activity in Modified Asphalt

  • Author: Aaron Philips, ARMA

Situation Awareness for the Asphalt Pavement Industry

  • Author: Reed Ryan, APA

History of Modification & Testing

Implementing Superpave PG Binders

  • Author: Bob McGennis, HF Sinclair

Benefits of Polymer-Modified Asphalt Binders

  • Author: Peter Sebaaly, University of Nevada-Reno

Review of Fracture Tests for Complex Binders

  • Author: Wes Cooper, Asphalt Institute

New Technology Innovations

NCAT Development of Aging Resistant Binder Technologies

  • Author: Raquel Moraes, NCAT

Development of a Graphene-Polymer Composite for Asphalt Mixes

  • Authors: Eytan Mazor, Universal Matter, and Donn Bernal, Corfinium

Development of a Low Temperature Melting rPET Modified Asphalt Additive

  • Authors: Tejash Ghandi and Mohand Melbouci, KAO

DOT Case Studies & Concepts

Highly Modified Thick Lift

  • Authors: Howard Anderson, UDOT, and Dave Johnson, Asphalt Institute

Evaluation of Pavement Sections Treated with Spray-on Rejuvenators in Virginia

  • Author: Ilker Boz, VTRC

Evaluation of Incremental Creep for Cracking at Low Temperature Test

  • Author: Christopher Desmond, Maine DOT

Roofing Innovation & Sustainability

Performance of Asphalt Roofing Materials & Rheological Indicators

  • Author: Geoff Rowe, Abatech

Life Cycle Assessment Case Study of Polymer Modified Asphalt Coatings

  • Author: Punit Singhvi, Crafco Inc.

Polymers for Low Carbon Footprint Roofing Materials

  • Authors: Yonghong Ruan and Scott Hacker, Honeywell

Advisory White Paper Summary: Roofing Needs Statement

  • Authors: Julie Geyer, The Garland Company; Yogesh Kumbargeri, Western Reserach Institute; Alison Schultz, Owens Corning; Punit Singhvi, Crafco

Sustainability

Structural & Performance Evaluation and Life Cycle Assessment of Recycled Plastic Modified Asphalt Mixtures

  • Author: Fan Yin, NCAT

Multi-Pronged Approach for Performance Characterization of Polymer Modified Alternative Binders

  • Author: Yogesh Kumbargeri, Western Research Institute

Fuel & Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reductions by Decreasing Asphalt Mixture Production Temperatures with Chemical WMA

  • Author: Katrina Mangiaracina, Ingevity

Performance Study on Asphalt Material Containing Modified Toner Polymer

  • Author: Liya Jiao, Atlas Technical Consultants

AMAP PCR Development Update

Author: Bob Kluttz, Kraton

2023 Annual Conference & Workshop — Jacksonville, Florida

Conference Presentations
Industry Highlights

Florida DOT Use of High-Polymer (HP) Asphalt Binders

  • Jim Musselman, Florida DOT

FP2 Maintenance & Legislative 

  • Rick Church, FP2

Asphalt Trends in the Southeast

  • Grover Allen, Asphalt Institute

Engineered Frameworks for Evaluating the Use of Recycling Agents in Surface Asphalt Mixtures for Virginia

  • Jhony Habbouche, Virginia DOT

Sustainability

AMAP, AI, & NAPA EPD/PCR Task Forces

  • Heather Dylla, Construction Partners Inc.

Colorado & Experience with Greenhouse Legislation

  • Tom Clayton, Colorado APA

Florida Use of High RAP

  • David Allain, ACA Florida

Asphalt Plant Technology in Relation to Sustainability

  • Andrew Bryson, Astec

Maintenance & New Technologies

Hot-Applied Aggregate Filled Mastics and Their Uses

  • Lowell Parkinson, Crafco Inc.

Low-carbon COphalt pavement technology for sustainable and well performing pavements of the net-zero future

  • Yogesh Kumbargeri, Western Research Institute

Void Reducing Asphalt Membrane

  • Ron Corun, Ron Corun Consulting

Innovations In Asphalt Materials & Testing

  • Phil Blankenship, Blankenship Asphalt Tech & Training

Case Study: Recycled Polyethylene Upcycled in Flexible Pavement

  • Courtney Rice, Owens Corning; Chris Wackinski, Driven Plastics; CJ Dubois, DOW

Photocatalysis and Carbon Mineralization

  • Chris Evers, Pavement Technology Inc.

Roofing

Fire and Hail Impact Testing

  • Jason Simmons, PRI

Use of PAV aging to Simulate Aging in Storge of Seal Down Adhesive

  • Monica Maschue, Crafco Inc. 

IBHS Impact Resistance Test Protocol for Asphalt Shingles

  • Chris Sanders, IBHS

Workshop Presentations
Track A

Introduction to Modified Asphalt

  • Bob Kluttz, Kraton Polymers

Asphalt Binder Chemistry

  • Author: Codrin Daranga

Polymers 101

  • Richard Blackwell, Kraton Polymers

Binder Testing

  • Andres Posado Murcia, Anton Paar

AMAP Common Modifiers

  • Steven Loeffler, PRI

AMAP Modified Emulsions

  • Aaron Roy, Nouryon

Rheology 201

  • Andres Posado Murcia, Anton Paar

Polymers 201

  • Richard Blackwell, Kraton Polymers

Additives 201

  • Oliver Hofstorm, Ingevity
Track B

LCCA Basics

  • Gary Fitts, Kraton Polymers

Sustainability/Pavement Preservation

  • Aaron Roy, Nouryon

Balanced Mix Design

  • Tanya Nash, ATS

Handling and Laydown

  • Mike Worden, Associated Asphalt

Field Performance

  • Mike Worden, Associated Asphalt

Warm Mix Additives

  • Jenna Bowes, Ingevity

Introduction to Modified Roofing

  • Ramil Mercado, GAF

Roofing Flux

  • Sara Akbarian-Tefaghi

Modified Asphalt Shingles

  • Luke Henderson, Malarkey Roofing

Self Adhered Underlayment

  • Alison Schultz, Owens Corning

2023 Educational Workshop — Williamsburg, Virginia

Introduction to Modified Asphalt

  • Author: Bob Kluttz

Asphalt Binder Chemistry

  • Author: Codrin Daranga

Polymers 101

  • Author: Bob Kluttz

Binder Testing

  • Author: Farhad Rad

AMAP Common Modifiers

  • Author: Stephen Loeffler

AMAP Modified Emulsions

  • Author: Aaron Roy

LCCA Basics

  • Author: Gary Fitts

Mix Design

  • Author: Candice Entwisle

Balanced Mix Design

  • Author: Stacey Diefenderfer

Handling and Laydown

  • Author: Mike Worden

Warm Mix Additives

  • Author: Trey Wurst

Field Performance

  • Author: Tom Bennert

Virginia DOT Additives

  • Author: Johnny Habbouche

Pavement Preservation

  • Author: Aaron Roy

Sustainability

  • Author: Everett Crews

Additives 201

  • Author: Katrina Mangiaracina

Field Presentation

  • Author: Kevin McGlumphy


February 1-3, 2022 — Houston, Texas

Environmental Life Cycle Assessment of Asphalt Emulsion Treatments 

  • Author: Andrew Braham

Asphalt Technologies for the Road to Net Zero

  • Author: Everett Crews

NAPA's Legislative Priorities for Congress in 2022

  • Author: Bloomberg Industry Group

Asphalt Institute Binder Trends

  • Author: Pete Grass

WRI's Waste Re-Engineering Initiative 

  • Author: Jean Pascal-Planche

Selection and Use of Rejuvenators 

  • Author: Amy Epps Martin

Crack Sealing and Filling 

  • Author: Lowell Parkinson

NCAT Research on Use of Recycled Plastics in Asphalt

  • Author: Fan Yin

Task Force on Asphalt Standards Harmonization

  • Author: Bob Kluttz

Women of Asphalt 

  • Author: Arpine Baghdasarian

NCAT Track Update

  • Author: Auburn University

Virginia's Efforts on Binder Modification using Hybrid Rubber and Recycled Plastic Waste

  • Author: Jhony Habbouche 

Evaluation of Recycling Agents

  • Author: Tanya Nash 

High RAP Contents and Recycling Agents in Surface Asphalt Muxtures

  • Author: Jhony Habbouche 

Rubber and Waste Plastic Recycling in Asphalt and Implications to Balanced Mix Design 

  • Author: Punyaslok Rath

Asphalt Binder Branch

  • Author: Pravat Karki

Rejuvenated Cold Recycled Mixes

  • Author: Benjiman Bowers

February 11-13, 2020 — Rancho Mirage, California

Opening session

(2020 conference presentations are all videos on YouTube.)


Session 1 – Modified Asphalt: Paving the Way to the Future

What’s Happening From the Contractor’s Perspective

  • Author: Amy Miller, Director, Asphalt Paving Alliance

Asphalt: The Next 100 Years

  • Author: Mike Anderson, Technical Director, Asphalt Institute

Looking into the Future – 2020 Surface Transportation Reauthorization Activities and Their Impact on Pavement Preservation

  • Author: Jim Moulthrop, Foundation for Pavement Preservation (FP2)

Session 2 – How the Market Views the Future

Building Roads in the Wild West

  • Author: Brandon Milar, Technical Director, California Asphalt Paving Association

Future Refinery Strategy and the Impact on Asphalt Supply

  • Author: Pavel Kriz, Americas Asphalt Technical Leader, ExxonMobil

Are Recycled Plastics in the Future of Asphalt Pavements?

  • Author: Dr. Buzz Powell, NCAT Assistant Director, Auburn University

Taking Polymer Modification to the Next Level

  • Author: Dr. Peter E. Sebaaly, PE, University of Nevada, Reno

Update on UCPRC Research on Recycled Tire Rubber in Asphalt Pavement

  • Author: Dr. John Harvey, Professor, University of California Davis

CTC & Associates to Present Results of AMAP Asphalt Market Survey

  • Author: Brian Hirt, Managing Director, CTC & Associates

Session 3 – Additive Innovations

Graphene Modification of Asphalt Binders

  • Author: Dr. Everett Crews, Director R&D Pavement Technologies, Ingevity

Binder Structure and Cracking Resistance — Findings from NCRHP Report 9-60

  • Author: Dr. Jean-Pascal Planche, Senior VP Asphalt & Petroleum Technologies, Western Research Institute

Asphalt Modifiers and Rejuvenators from Coal Derived Chemicals

  • Author: Dr. Jeramie Adams, Program Manager for Hydrocarbons, Asphalt and Petroleum Technology – Western Research Institute

Plastics! Recycled Plastic Modified Asphalt Binder

  • Author: C.J. DuBois, Technical Services and Applications Development DOW Chemical

Effects of Isocyanate-Based Chemistry Modification on Asphalt Binder

  • Author: Brian Orr, Sr. Asphalt Technologist, BASF

Session 4 – Owner/Agencies Experiences

Ensuring Successful Projects Takes Teamwork

  • Author: Sam Cooper, Louisiana DOT

Contractor/Agency Collaboration

  • Author: Skip Paul, Chair, AMAP DOT Advisory Board

Using the MSCR Test to Better Characterize High Polymer Asphalts

  • Author: Karl Zipf, Delaware DOT

Modified Experience at the County Level

  • Author: Van Troung, Engineer, Los Angeles County Public Works

Evaluation of Modified Binders in Alaskan Pavements 

  • Author: Heidi Schaefer, Northern Region Materials Lab (NRML) Supervisor, Alaska DOT

Field Sections in Minnesota with Asphalt Mix Rejuvenators and Cold Recycling

  • Author: Michael Vrtis, Research Project Engineer, Minnesota DOT

Relation Between Flexible Pavement Layers Bonding and Durability

  • Author: Dr. Louay Mohammad, Professor, Louisiana State University /LTRC

February 5-7, 2019 — Ft. Lauderdale, Florida

Keynote

Leaders Are Developed and Trained - Not Born

  • Author: Gus Pagonis, U.S. Army (ret.)

Session 1 – Managing Change in A Global Economy

Trends in Asphalt Binders and End Applications (PDF)

  • Author: Peter Grass, Asphalt Institute

Trends in Asphalt Binders and End Applications (Narrated PowerPoint Show)

  • Author: Peter Grass, Asphalt Institute

Maintaining Service Life While Managing Change (PDF)

  • Author: Jim Moulthrop, FP^2 Inc.

Maintaining Service Life While Managing Change (Narrated Show)

  • Author: Jim Moulthrop, FP^2 Inc.

Zero Balance Warranty - A New Look at Alternate Contracts (PDF)

  • Author: Gerry Huber, Heritage Research Group

Zero Balance Warranty - A New Look at Alternate Contracts (Narrated Show)

  • Author: Gerry Huber, Heritage Research Group

How to Cope With Variable Asphalt? (PDF)

  • Author: Jean-Pascal (JP) Planche, Western Research Institute

How to Cope With Variable Asphalt? (Narrated Show)

  • Author: Jean-Pascal (JP) Planche, Western Research Institute

IMO 2020: A Sea Change is Coming (PDF)

  • Author: Ralph J. Grimmer, Stillwater Associates LLC

IMO 2020: A Sea Change is Coming (Narrated Show)

  • Author: Ralph J. Grimmer, Stillwater Associates LLC

Life Cycle Assessment for Asphalt Binder in North America: Asphalt Institute Study (PDF)

  • Author: Ron Corun, Associated Asphalt

Life Cycle Assessment for Asphalt Binder in North America: Asphalt Institute Study (Narrated Show)

  • Author: Ron Corun, Associated Asphalt

Session 2 – Industry Perspectives

Regional Trends in Pavement Preservation (PDF)

  • Author: Larry Galehouse, National Center for Pavement Preservation

Regional Trends in Pavement Preservation (Narrated Show)

  • Author: Larry Galehouse, National Center for Pavement Preservation

Market Perspectives for Asphalt Roofing (PDF)

  • Author: Reed Hitchcock, Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association

Market Perspectives for Asphalt Roofing (Narrated Show)

  • Author: Reed Hitchcock, Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association

2018 Modified Asphalt Market Survey Results (PDF)

  • Author: Brian Hirt, CTC & Associates LLC

2018 Modified Asphalt Market Survey Results (Narrated Show)

  • Author: Brian Hirt, CTC & Associates LLC

Session 3 – Specifications & Technical Updates

FHWA Binder and Mixture Expert Task Groups Status Report (PDF)

  • Author: Gaylon Baumgardner, Paragon Technical Services, Inc.

FHWA Binder and Mixture Expert Task Groups Status Report (Narrated PowerPoint Show)

  • Author: Gaylon Baumgardner, Paragon Technical Services, Inc.

Emulsion Task Force Updates (PDF)

  • Author: Colin Franco, Rhode Island DOT

Emulsion Task Force Updates (Narrated PowerPoint Show)

  • Author: Colin Franco, Rhode Island DOT

Advancements in Testing Roofing Asphalt Binder (PDF)

  • Author: Mike Anderson, Asphalt Institute

Advancements in Testing Roofing Asphalt Binder (Narrated PowerPoint Show)

  • Author: Mike Anderson, Asphalt Institute

Emulsion Technology Trends (PDF)

  • Author: Arlis Kadrmas, BASF

Emulsion Technology Trends (Narrated PowerPoint Show)

  • Author: Arlis Kadrmas, BASF

Session 4 – Owner/Agency Modified Experience

Ontario Quality of Asphalt Review: Importance of Good Specifications (PDF)

  • Author: Vince Aurilio, Ontario Asphalt Pavement Council

Impacts of Polymer-Modified Asphalts (PMA) on Pavement Performance and Cost (PDF)

  • Author: Walaa Mogawer, University of Massachusetts Dartmouth

Impacts of Polymer-Modified Asphalts (PMA) on Pavement Performance and Cost (Narrated PowerPoint Show)

  • Author: Walaa Mogawer, University of Massachusetts Dartmouth

Evolution of the FDOT Binder Acceptance Program (PDF)

  • Author: Howie Moseley, Florida DOT

Evolution of the FDOT Binder Acceptance Program (Narrated PowerPoint Show)

  • Author: Howie Moseley, Florida DOT

Modified Binders in Maine and New England (PDF)

  • Author: Derek Nener-Plante, Maine DOT

Modified Binders in Maine and New England (Narrated PowerPoint Show)

  • Author: Derek Nener-Plante, Maine DOT

Oklahoma DOT Experiences with Modified Asphalt (PDF)

  • Author: Kevin Suitor, Oklahoma DOT

Oklahoma DOT Experiences with Modified Asphalt (Narrated PowerPoint Show)

  • Author: Kevin Suitor, Oklahoma DOT

Georgia's Construction Experience Using PMA Hot Mix Asphalt (PDF)

  • Author: S. Jacob Walker, Georgia DOT

Georgia's Construction Experience Using PMA Hot Mix Asphalt (Narrated PowerPoint Show)

  • Author: S. Jacob Walker, Georgia DOT

SPG Binder Spec (PDF)

  • Author: Jerry Peterson, Texas DOT

Comparison of the Laboratory Performance of Mixtures Containing RAP and Modified Asphalt Binders (PDF)

  • Author: Mike Anderson, Asphalt Institute

Comparison of the Laboratory Performance of Mixtures Containing RAP and Modified Asphalt Binders (Narrated PowerPoint Show)

  • Author: Mike Anderson, Asphalt Institute

February 6-8, 2018 — Phoenix, Arizona

Global Petroleum Outlook: Trends Defining an Uncertain Market

  • Author: Tod D. McGreevy, Muse, Stancil & Co.

Industry Challenges Met by APA Strategies

  • Author: Amy Miller, Asphalt Pavement Alliance

Industry Challenges Met by APA Strategies (Narrated Show)

  • Author: Amy Miller, Asphalt Pavement Alliance

Trends in Asphalt Binders and End Applications

  • Author: Peter T. Grass, Asphalt Institute

Trends in Asphalt Binders and End Applications (Narrated Show)

  • Author: Peter T. Grass, Asphalt Institute

2018 - The Year of Infrastructure?

  • Author: Jim Moulthrop, FP^2 Inc.

The Strategic Asphalt Research (STAR) Symposium

  • Author: Mike Anderson, Asphalt Institute

The Strategic Asphalt Research (STAR) Symposium (Narrated Show)

  • Author: Mike Anderson, Asphalt Institute

Corvette Museum Road Course Track (Why We Need a PG100-22)

  • Author: Brian Hofstrom, Scotty's Contracting

Corvette Museum Road Course Track (Why We Need a PG100-22) (Narrated Show)

  • Author: Brian Hofstrom, Scotty's Contracting

Outlook for Energy and Asphalt: A View to 2040

  • Author: Ralph Shirts, ExxonMobil

Outlook for Energy and Asphalt: A View to 2040 (Narrated Show)

  • Author: Ralph Shirts, ExxonMobil

Designing for Sustainability: Framework, Tools, Examples

  • Author: John Harvey, University of California Pavement Research Center

Designing for Sustainability: Framework, Tools, Examples (Narrated Show)

  • Author: John Harvey, University of California Pavement Research Center

Laboratory and Field Cracking Performance of Asphalt Mixtures

  • Author: Nam Tran, National Center for Asphalt Technology

Laboratory and Field Cracking Performance of Asphalt Mixtures (Narrated Show)

  • Author: Nam Tran, National Center for Asphalt Technology

Asphalt Expert Task Group Update and Emerging Topics

  • Author: Matthew Corrigan, Federal Highway Administration

Asphalt Expert Task Group Update and Emerging Topics (Narrated Show)

  • Author: Matthew Corrigan, Federal Highway Administration

Emulsion Task Force (ETF) - AASHTO TSP^2

  • Author: Chris Lubbers, Kraton Polymers

National Snapshot of State Binder Specifications

  • Author: Mark Buncher, Asphalt Institute

National Snapshot of State Binder Specifications (Narrated Show)

  • Author: Mark Buncher, Asphalt Institute

Residential Roofing - Market Update

  • Author: Jonathan Davis, Owens Corning

Residential Roofing - Market Update (Narrated Show)

  • Author: Jonathan Davis, Owens Corning

Roofing Asphalt Characterization Techniques for Improved QC

  • Author: John Casola, Malvern Panalytical

Roofing Asphalt Characterization Techniques for Improved QC (Narrated Show)

  • Author: John Casola, Malvern Panalytical

Illinois Tollway's Success with Modified Asphalt

  • Author: Ross Bentsen, Quigg Engineering Inc.

Illinois Tollway's Success with Modified Asphalt (Narrated Show)

  • Author: Ross Bentsen, Quigg Engineering Inc.

Arizona DOT's Use of Modifier Binders

  • Author: Julie Kliewer, Arizona DOT

Arizona DOT's Use of Modifier Binders (Narrated Show)

  • Author: Julie Kliewer, Arizona DOT

Alaska's Success Partnering with the PMA Industry

  • Author: Newton Bingham, Alaska DOT&PF

Alaska's Success Partnering with the PMA Industry (Narrated Show)

  • Author: Newton Bingham, Alaska DOT&PF

Nano Scale Organosilane Asphalt Applications

  • Author: Jerry Thayer, Zydex Inc

Nano Scale Organosilane Asphalt Applications (Narrated Show)

  • Author: Jerry Thayer, Zydex Inc

Modified Asphalt - A Lifetime Pavement Improvement

  • Author: Peter Sebaaly, University of Nevada, Reno

Modified Asphalt - A Lifetime Pavement Improvement (Narrated Show)

  • Author: Peter Sebaaly, University of Nevada, Reno

What is Special About My Asphalt - New Characterization Approaches

  • Author: Jean-Pascal Planche, Western Research Institute

What is Special About My Asphalt - New Characterization Approaches (Narrated Show)

  • Author: Jean-Pascal Planche, Western Research Institute

February 7-9, 2017 — St. Petersburg, Florida

Making America's Highways Great Again: Federal Funding Update

  • Author: Jim Moulthrop, FP^2

Making America's Highways Great Again: Federal Funding Update (Narrated Show)

  • Author: Jim Moulthrop, FP^2

Asphalt Pavement Alliance Overview

  • Author: Amy Miller, Asphalt Pavement Alliance

Asphalt Institute Update and Useage Report Summary

  • Author: Peter Grass, Asphalt Institute

Modified Asphalt Use in New York State

  • Author: Mike Guerin, Suit-Kote

Paving Colorado with Modified

  • Author: Todd Genovese, Martin Marietta

NAPA Update: Leading the Way and Meeting Challenges

  • Author: Audrey Copeland, NAPA

New Jersey's RAP and Modified Projects Considerations

  • Author: Thomas Bennert, Rutgers University

Balanced Mix Design (BMD): A Formula for Success

  • Author: Shane Buchanan, Oldcastle Materials

Advantages of Using Modified Emulsions in Asphalt Pavement Preservation Applications

  • Author: Barry Baughman, Ultrapave Corp.

February 9-11, 2016 — Seattle, Washington

Mix Design for Better Modified Performance

  • Author: Gerry Huber, Heritage Research Group

Federal Transportation Update and Outlook

  • Author: Jim Kolb, Summit Strategies

Polymer Modified Asphalt Experience in Nevada

  • Author: Charlie Pan, Nevada DOT

Innovative Binder Characterization Methods

  • Author: Jean-Pascal (JP) Planche, Western Research Institute

Implementation of the MSCR Test and Specification

  • Author: Mike Anderson, Asphalt Institute

What's New for AASHTO Specifications

  • Author: Lyndi Blackburn, Alabama DOT

Asphalt Expert Task Group Update and Emerging Topics

  • Author: Matthew Corrigan, FHWA

WSDOT Lessons Learned - Asphalt Binder Modification Products and Processes

  • Author: Joe DeVol, Washington State DOT

Preliminary Dosage Selection Method for Utilizing Rejuvenators in High RBR Asphalt Concrete Mixtures

  • Author: Amy Epps Martin, Texas A&M Transportation Institute

PPETG Emulsion Task Force Update

  • Author: Colin Franco, Rhode Island DOT

Highly Modified Binder Yield Performance Gains for I-40 Project

  • Author: Kenneth Hobson, Oklahoma DOT

What is FP^2?

  • Author: James Moultrop, FP^2

Pavement Promotion and Asphalt Institute Updates

  • Author: Peter Grass, Asphalt Institute

Improving Low Temperature Cracking Performance Using PMA

  • Author: Brad Neitzke, Western Federal Lands Highway Division

Development of Biopolymers from Soybean Oil and Other Sources

  • Author: Christopher Williams, Iowa State University

Industry Progress and Future

  • Author: Buzz Powell, NCAT

Asphalt Research Program at Federal Aviation Administration

  • Author: Navneet Garg, FAA

February 17-19, 2015 — Jacksonville, Florida

APA Video: Road Age

  • Author: Asphalt Pavement Alliance

APA Video: While You Were

  • Author: Asphalt Pavement Alliance

APA Video: The Place to Be

  • Author: Asphalt Pavement Alliance

MSCR Implementation Across the Country - A Progress Report

  • Author: Mark Buncher, Asphalt Institute

Asphalt Expert Task Group Update

  • Author: Matthew Corrigan, FHWA

Louisiana's Experience on Multiple Stress Creep Recovery (MSCR) Test

  • Author: Bill King, Louisiana Transportation Research Center

Texas MSCR Analysis

  • Author: Jerry Peterson, Texas DOT

Texas Statewide Implementation of the SPG Specification for Chip Seal Binders in Service

  • Author: Jerry Peterson, Texas DOT

Evaluation of Recycled Tire Rubber Modified Binder to Polymer Modified Binders for Performance Specifications

  • Author: John D'Angelo, D'Angelo Consulting; Gaylon Baumgardner, Paragon Technical Services

Review of Pavement Performance with and without PPA

  • Author: Harold Von Quintus, Applied Research Associates

The Evolution of Florida's Liquid Asphalt Specification

  • Author: Tanya Nash, Florida DOT

NCAT Modified Asphalt Efforts 2015

  • Author: Buzz Powell, National Center for Asphalt Technology

Asphalt Institute and Asphalt Pavement Alliance Update

  • Author: Peter Grass, Asphalt Institute

Innovative Characterization Methods for Asphalt Binders under Development at WRI

  • Author: Jean-Pascal Planche, Western Research Institute

Emulsion Test Methods and Evaluation for Performance Grading

  • Author: Gerald Reinke, MTE Services, Inc

California PG & PG-M Specification & Production

  • Author: Edgard Hitti, Alon Asphalt Company

Lee Road - A Pavement Preservation Project on a Quarry Road

  • Author: Buzz Powell, National Center for Asphalt Technology

Investigation of Emulsified Asphalts Properties by DSR to Evaluate their Performance

  • Author: Delmar Salomon, Pavement Preservation Systems; and Amir Golalipour, Anton Paar USA

February 18-20, 2014 — New Orleans, Louisiana

Asphalt Pavement Alliance Update

  • Author: Michael Kvach, Asphalt Pavement Alliance

National Perspective on the Asphalt Pavement Industry

  • Author: Jay Hansen, National Asphalt Pavement Association

Oklahoma’s Modified Experience

  • Author: Kenneth Hobson, Oklahoma DOT

Pavement Preservation: FP2 Inc. Provides Insight

  • Author: Jim Moulthrop, FP2 Inc.

PMA: 4 mm DSR and The Universal Simple Aging Test (USAT)

  • Author: Mike Farrar, Stephen Salmans and Jean-Pascal Planche, Western Research Institute

Asphalt Institute Modified Asphalt Binder Research Activities

  • Author: Mike Anderson, Asphalt Institute

Asphalt Expert Task Group Update

  • Author: Matthew Corrigan, Federal Highway Administration

China’s Modified Market Update

  • Author: Charles Zhang , Dalworth Machine Products

Asphalt Institute Action Update

  • Author: Peter Grass, Asphalt Institute

Modified Asphalts in Louisiana

  • Author: Chris Abadie, Louisiana DOTD

MSCR update: Pacific Coast Conference on Asphalt Specifications (PCCAS)

  • Author: Shauna Tecel-Mariam, US Oil

MSCR update: Southeast Asphalt User-Producer Group

  • Author: Mike Anderson, Asphalt Institute

MSCR update: North East Asphalt User/Producer Group

  • Author: Greg Harder, Asphalt Institute

MSCR update: Rocky Mountain Asphalt User/Producer Group

  • Author: Mike O'Leary, MeadWestvaco

Performance and Rational Design of Thin, Highly Modified Structural Pavements

  • Author: Bob Kluttz, Kraton Polymers

Design Consideration for Asphalt Mixtures Containing Recycled Asphalt Shingles

  • Author: Louay Mohammad, Louisiana Transportation Research Center

Highly Modified Emulsions for Micro Surfacing

  • Author: Chris Lubbers, Kraton Polymers

Solving a 'Hard' Problem For The NYC DOT With a High Performance Thin Overlay

  • Author: Ronald Corun, NuStar Asphalt

March 19-21, 2013 — San Antonio, Texas

AMAP — Past & Future

  • Author: Bob Berkley, AMAP

The Real Story between Asphalt and Concrete Paving

  • Author: Harold Mullen, Texas Hot Mix Association

Washington View

  • Author: Jay Hansen, NAPA

Field Validation of Emulsion Performance Specifications

  • Author: Aishwarya Vijaykumar, Amy Epps Martin, Edith Arambula, and Tom Freeman, Texas A&M Transportation Institute

The Development and Use of High Performance Thin Overlay Systems for NYC DOT

  • Author: Ronald Corun, NuStar Asphalt Refining

Asphalt Institute Modified Asphalt Binder Research Activities

  • Author: Mike Anderson, Asphalt Institute

Impact of RAS & RAP Content and Mix Aging on Projected Mix Performance

  • Author: Stacy Glidden, Steve Engber, Doug Herlitzka, Mary Ryan, and Gerald Reinke, MTE Services, Inc.

Implementation of Performance-Based HMA Mixtures in New Jersey

  • Author: Thomas Bennert, Center for Advanced Infrastructure and TransportationRutgers University

Asphalt Modifiers Selection

  • Author: Dean Bayer, City of San Antonio Public Works Department

Asphalt ETG Update

  • Author: Matthew Corrigan, Federal Highway Administration

Balanced Asphalt Mixture Design: Louisiana's Approach

  • Author: Louay Mohammad, Louisiana Transportation Research Center, Louisiana State University

Innovation in Modified Asphalt Testing

  • Author: J-P. Planche, F. Turner, M. Harnsberger, M. Farrar, T. Pauli, W. Grimes, and R. Boysen, Western Research Institute

Modified Maintenance Applications in the Western United States

  • Author: Gary Houston, Valley Slurry Seal

February 7-9, 2012 — Albuquerque, New Mexico

Report Card on the American Infrastructure

  • Author: Brian Pallasch

Funding, Funding, and more on Funding

  • Author: Jay Hansen, National Asphalt Pavement Association

Refiners Perspective on Asphalt Supply

  • Author: Austin Miller, Gardner Asphalt Supply LLC

Effect of Tack Coat Materials on Interlayer Bonding

  • Author: Louay Mohammad, Louisiana State University

APA & AI Action Update

  • Author: Peter T. Grass, Asphalt Institute

Pavement Maintenance; FP2 Provides the Insight

  • Author: Jim Moulthrop, FP2

Smoothseal: A Polymer Modified Thin Lift Asphalt Application

  • Author: Cliff Ursich, Flexible Pavements of Ohio

Performance and Design of Thin, Highly Modified Pavements

  • Author: Bob Kluttz, Kraton Polymers

A Chinese Menu Approach to Cost Effective Modification

  • Author: Marty Burrow, Vance Brothers

Nanotechnology for Asphalt Modification

  • Author: Geoffrey M. Rowe

New Mexico's Chip Seal Experiences

  • Author: Parveez Anwar, Bob Hicks, Jesus Estrada and John Whitt

The Development and Use of High Performance Thin Overlay Systems

  • Author: Ronald Corun, NuStar Asphalt Refining LLC

February 15-17, 2011 — Kansas City, Missouri

Development of a CRM Binder Performance Spec.

  • Author: Gaylon Baumgardner, Paragon Technical Services

MARC Program Research Update

  • Author: Hussain U. Bahia and Raul Velasquez, UW-Madison

Asphalt Emulsion Activities – Update, Past-Present-Future

  • Author: Laurand Lewandowski, PRI Asphalt Technologies

Multi-Stress Creep and Recovery Test Method, A New Specification

  • Author: John D'Angelo, D'Angelo Consulting LLC

Pavement Preservation with Modified Asphalt

  • Author: Peter Montenegro, Kraton Polymers

Europe's Modified Asphalt Binder Experiences

  • Author: Jean-Pascal Planche, Western Research Institute

Mexico's Modified Asphalt Experience

  • Author: Gabriel Hernandez, Dynasol

NJ I-280 High Performance Thin Overlay

  • Author: Robert Sauber, NJ Asphalt Pavement Association

Highway Funding Outlook

  • Author: Jay Hansen, National Asphalt Pavement Association

HMA Thin Lifts for Pavement Preservation in Tennessee

  • Author: Mark Woods, Tennessee Department of Transportation

Asphalt Institute & APA Update

  • Author: Peter Grass, Asphalt Institute

Trends in Butadiene & SBS

  • Author: Tom Brewer, DeWitt & Associates

KS DOT Binder Specs

  • Author: Rick Kreider, Kansas Department of Transportation

Missouri's Full Depth Pavement with Modified Binders

  • Author: Dave Ahlvers, Missouri Department of Transportation

Warm Mix Asphalt with Polymer Modification in Missouri

  • Author: Joe Schroer, Missouri Department of Transportation

Oklahoma's Test Section at NCAT Track

  • Author: Kenneth Ray Hobson, Oklahoma, Department of Transportation

NJ I-295: A Perpetual Pavement Design and Construction Project

  • Author: Robert Sauber, New Jersey Asphalt Pavement Association

February 1-3, 2010 — Savannah, Georgia

The Challenges We Face

  • Author: Peter T. Grass, Asphalt Institute

2010 Highway Construction Season in Jeapordy!

  • Author: Jay Hansen, National Asphalt Paving Association

APA & AI Update

  • Author: Peter T. Grass, Asphalt Institute

Oil Markets and the Future of Supply

  • Author: Aaron Brady, CERA

Current & Future: Asphalt Binder Expert Task Group

  • Author: John Bukowski, Federal Highway Administration

Various Modifications and Material Designs in Nebraska

  • Author: Robert C. Rea, Nebraska Department of Roads

Georgia's Use of Polymer Modified Asphalt Cement

  • Author: Sheila Hines, Georgia Department of Transportation

Louisiana's Experience with Polymer Modified WMA Mixtures

  • Author: Bill King, Louisiana Transporation Research Center

Binders in Florida - HMA Surface Courses Future for Hybrid Binders

  • Author: Gale Page, King of Asphalt Consulting

Performance of Polymer Modified Pavements in Louisiana PG 64-22, PG 70-22M, and PG 76-22M

  • Author: Chris Abadie, Louisiana Transportation Research Center

Chemically Modified Fiber Technology - Benefits for Modified Asphalt Applications

  • Author: Eric Coffman, The University of Akron

Understanding and Implementing the Multiple Stress Creep Recovery (MSCR) Test and Specification

  • Author: Mike Anderson, Asphalt Institute

Recycled Asphalt Shingles in HMA

  • Author: Andy LaPlante, Pace Construction

Polyphosphoric Acid - What really is it

  • Author: John D'Angelo, D'Angelo Consulting, LLC

Modified Asphalt Life Cycle Cost Analysis

  • Author: Andy Johnson, South Carolina Department of Transportation

Highly Modified Binders for Enhanced Pavement Performance

  • Author: Dallas Little, Kraton Polymers

Pavement Preservation - Preserving Our Infrastructure

  • Author: Mark Ishee, Ergon

Thin Film Rheology of Polymer Modified Binders

  • Author: Gerald Reinke, Mathy Technology and Engineering Services, Inc.

February 9-11, 2009 — Sedona, Arizona

Asphalt Institute Update

  • Author: Peter T. Grass, Asphalt Institute

SBS/Butadiene: Past, Present & Future

  • Author: Tom Brewer, TA Brewer Consulting

Multi-Stress Creep and Recovery Test Method - A New Specification

  • Author: John D'Angelo, Federal Highway Administration

Reconstruction of Pennsylvania Turnpike

  • Author: Carlos Rosenberger, Asphalt Institute

SBS Modified Base Courses for Enhanced Pavement Performance

  • Author: Bob Kluttz, Kraton Polymers

California's Modified Binders – Past, Present & Future

  • Author: Rita B. Leahy, Asphalt Pavement Association of California

I-710 Freeway Rehabilitation – Design, Construction, Performance Evaluations and Lessons Learned

  • Author: Rita B. Leahy, Asphalt Pavement Association of California

Federal Highway Funding... It's Your Job!

  • Author: Ronald Corun, NuStar Asphalt Refining, LLC

PG Binder Grade Selection for Airfield Pavements

  • Author: Don Christensen, Advanced Asphalt Technologies, LLC

Performance Guidelines for Selection of Hot-Poured Bituminous Crack Sealant

  • Author: Imad L. Al-Qadi, University of Illinois

Producing the Best by Specifying the Best

  • Author: Jon Epps & Chris Robinette - Granite Construction

NCAT Update Warm Mix Asphalt & RAP

  • Author: Michael Heitzman, National Center for Asphalt Technology

Global Issues and LEED Points: What Do You Need to Know?

  • Author: Roger Sandberg, National Asphalt Paving Association

Asphalt Supply Outlook

  • Author: Bill Haverland, Conoco Phillips

Arizona DOT's Use of Modified Asphalts

  • Author: Julie Kliewer, Arizona Department of Transportation

Marketing HMA Pavements –The Colorado Experience

  • Author: Tom Peterson, Colorado Asphalt Pavement Association

February 11-13, 2008 — Austin, Texas

Effect of Tack Coat Material Type and Application Rate on the Bond Strength

  • Author: Louay N. Mohammad, Louisiana State University

What's Hot In Hot-Mix Asphalt

  • Author: Mike Acott, National Asphalt Paving Association

Multi-Stress Creep and Recovery Test Method New Specification

  • Author: John D'Angelo, Federal Highway Administration

Modified Asphalt Issues: Some things to consider...

  • Author: Gary L. Fitts, Asphalt Institute

Update on TFHRC Research into the Phosphoric Acid Modification of Asphalt

  • Author: John D'Angelo, Federal Highway Administration

Planned Performance; a Contractor's Experience with Modified Asphalt

  • Author: John Epps, Granite Construction

APA & AI Action Update

  • Author: Peter T. Grass, Asphalt Institute

Cost Effective Paving Solutions for Municipalities

  • Author: Tim Glanzman, Councilman, Spring Valley, TX

Polymer-Modified Interstates in Arkansas: A 5-year Review

  • Author: Kevin D. Hall, University of Arkansas

Update on Martin Luther King Bridge Deck Overlay & Evaluating PG Grade in 4.75-mm Sand Mixes

  • Author: Richard C. Mauch, Illinois Department of Transportation

Midwestern States Perspective and Experience with Modified Asphalt

  • Author: Rebecca McDaniel, North Central Superpave Center

Texas Update

  • Author: Gerald Peterson, Texas Department of Transportation

Utah Experience with Elastomeric Binder Modification

  • Author: Kevin VanFrank, Utah Department of Transportation

Performance of Modified Asphalt Used on Kentucky Roadways

  • Author: Allen Myers, Kentucky Transportation Cabinet

Development of a Simple Procedure for Selecting Mixing and Compaction Temperatures

  • Author:

PMA Calibration Factors for the MEPDG

  • Author: Harold L. Von Quintus, Applied Research Associates, Inc.

February 12-14, 2007 — Boston, Massachusetts

Adapting to Rising Costs of Materials

  • Author: Peter T. Grass, Asphalt Institute

Asphalt 2007 and Beyond

  • Author: Craig Menees, Sinclair Oil

Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) Massachusetts Trends

  • Author: John Blundo, Massachusetts Highway Department

Pavement Selection... A Municipal Perspective

  • Author: Tim Glanzman, Councilman, Spring Valley, TX

Polymer Modified Asphalt - The Canadian Perspective

  • Author: Alexander (Sandy) Brown, Asphalt Institute

Binder Experience with Open Graded Friction (OGFC) In Massachusetts

  • Author: Edmund Naras, Massachusetts Highway Department

What Would Make a DOT Use Modified Asphalt?

  • Author: Kevin Keith, Missouri Department of Transportation

Development of a Modified High Performance Thin Overlay HMA for NJDOT

  • Author: Thomas Bennert, Rutgers University

Pennsylvania's Experience with Modified Asphalts

  • Author: Dean Mauer, Pennsylvania Department of Transportation

Airport Asphalt Pavement Technology Program Update

  • Author: Monte Symons, Auburn University

Performance of Modified Asphalts Used on the NCAT Pavement Test Track

  • Author: R. Buzz Powell, National Center for Asphalt Technology

Determination of Lime in Hot Mix Asphalt

  • Author: Terry Arnold, Federal Highway Administration

Phosphoric Acid Modified Asphalt

  • Author: Terry Arnold, Federal Highway Administration

Evaluation of DSR Creep-Recovery Testing As a Replacement for PG Plus Tests

  • Author: Mike Anderson, Asphalt Institute

New England Contractors Experience with Modified Asphalt

  • Author: Jeff Pochily, Pike Industries Inc.

New Jersey Solutions to Complex Paving Challenges

  • Author: Robert Sauber, New Jersey Department of Transportation

Development of a High Temperature Performance Based Binder Specification

  • Author: John D'Angelo, Federal Highway Administration

The Challenges of Paving a NASCAR Track

  • Author: Ronald Corun, Citgo

February 13-15, 2006 — Orlando, Florida

Appropriate Applications of Chemical Modification

  • Author: Gaylon Baumgardner, Paragon Technical Services, Inc.

Keynote Address

  • Author: Robert D. Beaver, Walt Disney World

Louisiana's Designs and Specifications for Performance

  • Author: Luanna Cambas, Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development

Future Direction for Specs

  • Author: John D'Angelo, Federal Highway Administration

The Role of Life Cycle Cost Analysis in Pavement Type Selection

  • Author: Gary L. Fitts, Asphalt Institute

New Compaction Technology for Modified Asphalts

  • Author: Chuck Deahl, BOMAG Americas, Inc.

Modified Asphalt Research Activities at FHWA's Turner-Fairbank Highway Research Center

  • Author: Nelson Gibson, Federal Highway Administration

APA Update

  • Author: Peter Grass, Asphalt Institute

Testing Standardization: PG Plus Tests and Procedures

  • Author: Rick Holmgreen, Conoco Phillips

The IISRP and our Perspective on Polymer Modified Asphalt

  • Author: James L. McGraw, IISRP and Larry Lott, Dexco Polymers

Georgia's Construction Experience Using PMA Hot Mix Asphalt

  • Author: Sheila Hines, Georgia Department of Transportation

Maryland's Experience with Modified Asphalt

  • Author: Larry L. Michael, Consultant

Use of Modified Asphalts in Florida

  • Author: Gale Page, Florida Department of Transportation

PMA Manufacturing Equipment

  • Author: Alan Meitl, ECF Inc.

Before and After - TxDOT's Experience with Modified

  • Author: Gerald Peterson, Texas Department of Transportation

Warm Mix Asphalt Technologies: Where are we?

  • Author: Brian D. Prowell, National Center for Asphalt Technology

February 1-2, 2005 — Las Vegas, Nevada

FHWA's Pavement Program

  • Author: Tommy Beatty, Federal Highway Administration

Life Cycle Cost Analysis of Engineered Pavements - Understanding The True Costs And Savings with Modified

Binders

  • Author: Mark Buncher, Asphalt Institute

Future Direction for Specs

  • Author: John D'Angelo, Federal Highway Administration

Performance Evaluation of Jet Fuel Resistant Polymer-Modified Asphalt for Airport Pavements

  • Author: Ronald Corun, Citgo

Future of the Asphalt Paving Industry

  • Author: Adam Hand, Granite Construction Inc.

Asphalt Pavement Alliance Update

  • Author: Peter T. Grass, Asphalt Institute

Update on TPF TPF-5(019) - Full-Scale Accelerated Performance Testing for Superpave and Structural Validation

  • Author: Thomas Harman, Federal Highway Administration

The Minuses of Plus Specifications

  • Author: Ken Grzybowski, PRI Asphalt Technologies, Inc.

TxDOT's Specifications to Predict Performance

  • Author: Darren G. Hazlett, Texas Department of Transportation

The Use of Natural Rubber Latex in Modified Asphalt Road Binders in the UK

  • Author: Colin Ruggles, Revertex Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.

A Review of The Current Situation Regarding Polyphosphoric Acid Modified Binders

  • Author: Gerald Reinke, Mathy Technology and Engineering Services

CALTRANS Moving toward PG Grading

  • Author: Rita Leahy and Anne Stonex, MACTEC Engineering

PMA Experience in Nevada

  • Author: Dean Weitzel, Nevada DOT

Why NJDOT Is Going Modified

  • Author: Robert W. Sauber, New Jersey Department of Transportation

Georgia's Extensive Experience with Modified Binders

  • Author: Peter Wu, Georgia Department of Transportation

Micro-Surfacing

  • Author: Mark Smith, Vance Brothers Inc.

The Use of Modified Asphalt in Bridge Deck Overlays

  • Author: Richard C. Mauch, Illinois Department of Transportation

February 9-10, 2004 — Nashville, Tennessee

I-710 Revisited

  • Author: Jim St. Martin, Asphalt Pavement Association of California

Asphalt Pavement Alliance Update

  • Author: Roger Sandberg, National Asphalt Pavement Association

Polymer Modified Asphalts - Canadian Perspective

  • Author: Vince Aurilio, Asphalt Institute

Best Management Practices to Minimize Emissions During HMA Construction

  • Author: Ronald Corun, Citgo

16 Years of PMA Experience in Tennessee

  • Author: Gary D. Head and Brian K. Egan, Tennessee Department of Transportation

Vision 2020

  • Author: Don Brock, Astech, Inc.

TEA 21 Reauthorization

  • Author: Jay Hansen, National Asphalt Paving Association%3