Who Will Replace the Retiring Paving Foremen?
by Shawn Hutchings With the nation’s infrastructure workload continuing to grow, many contractors are facing a shrinking pool of experienced workers. Not only are more projects competing for skilled labor, but many of the industry’s most seasoned professionals are...
The Infrastructure Boom:
What’s Driving Asphalt Demand and What Contractors Should Expect in 2026 by Kathryn Petrey Asphalt Answers: Each month, we break down the trends, challenges, and practical realities shaping the paving business today. This month, we unpack what’s fueling the demand for...
Smarter Streets
How small paving companies can use AI to do more, earn more, and win more—without losing the human touch by Brian Thornton By any name—AI, machine learning, or “smart” tools—none of it lays a mat, runs a screed, or shakes a customer’s hand. That’s your job. But think...
Time to Slow Down, So I Can Speed Up
by Joshua Trolinger You’re probably wondering: who would write an article with such an oxymoron of a title? Well, that someone is a human who has experienced the highs and lows of not having a supercomputer for a brain. As we kick off the season, it’s imperative that...
More Than Machines: The Real ROI of National Equipment Shows
by Bryce Davis It’s that time of the year, February and March, where equipment manufacturers are getting ready for all the upcoming national equipment shows. From PaveX , World of Concrete, to all the Rental Shows and then of course the granddaddy of them all this...Current Issue
