Paving the Way to Sustainable Infrastructure

As communities strive to build and maintain reliable transportation networks, incorporating innovative solutions like FORTA-FI becomes imperative. The impact of longer-lasting pavements extends beyond immediate cost savings, contributing to a greener and more efficient approach to infrastructure development.

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The Infrastructure Improvements America Needs

The United States’ system of roads, highways, and bridges are critical in making it possible for the country to function every day. The road networks include more than 4 million miles of public roadways, carrying almost 3 trillion vehicle miles traveled in 2011 alone (American Society of Civil Engineers Report Card). These roadways allow for […]

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Vehicles Consume Less Fuel on Smoother Asphalt Pavements

According to experts, vehicles driving on smoother pavements, particularly smooth asphalt pavements, consume less fuel than driving over rough road conditions of poorly constructed roads. Overall, less fuel consumption helps the environment and driver’s fuel budgets, leading to a greener and more cost-effective form of infrastructure. Since the United States has over 2.5 million miles […]

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Surface-EXT® Reinforces Slurry Seal & Micro Surfacing Applications

Why use Surface-EXT® in Slurry and Micro Surfacing? Glass fibers are the ideal choice for slurry and micro surfacing due to their superior properties. Virtually water neutral, Surface-EXT™ has a specific gravity equal to that of the aggregate. These properties ensure the fiber will disperse evenly with the aggregate in the pug mill and will […]

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NCAT Test Track Features a FORTA-FI® Test Section

About NCAT The National Center for Asphalt Technology (NCAT) just outside of Auburn, Alabama, is a world leader in asphalt research. Their aim is to perform “research on pavement thickness design, mix materials/methods, and pavement preservation” with the goal of “reducing the life cycle cost of flexible pavements.” NCAT is most commonly known for their […]

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FORTA Corporation Elected to Associate Membership in the National Asphalt Pavement Association

GROVE CITY, PA (PRWEB) NOVEMBER 12, 2013 Forta Corporation, Grove City, Pennsylvania (https://www.forta-fi.com), has been elected to Associate membership in the National Asphalt Pavement Association (NAPA), the national trade association for the asphalt pavement industry located in Lanham, Maryland. Martin Doody, National Sales Manager, has been designated authorized representative to the Association. With more than 1,100 […]

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