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Depending on your situation, your parking lot will be used dozens, hundreds, or thousands of times each and every day for decades at a time. Organizing that activity and keeping movement and use of your lot safe and organized depends largely on the markings (or...

If you’ve been following the news over the past year, you know that the recycling industry is in flux all around the world. China has tightened regulations, and U.S. recyclers are having trouble figuring out what to with the materials flowing into our blue and yellow...

Asphalt is tough enough to hold up under constant use for decades at a time, and flexible enough to roll with Michigan’s constantly changing conditions and temperatures. But, of course, asphalt doesn’t last forever and there are plenty of conditions waiting in the...

Bicycle paths are an amazing choice for communities interested in improving local value and giving residents a clean, efficient option for exercise and recreation in their own backyards. They are appreciated by a wide range of demographics, and if developed properly...

Just like the vehicles that use it, asphalt depreciates over time. But unlike those vehicles, asphalt receives no protection from the elements and early signs of damage can frequently be overlooked, leading to far more drastic and expensive fixes once the damage had...

Pothole season has arrived with freezing temperatures and thick snow slowly giving way to warmer temperatures and blue skies—and revealing extensive pavement damage across West Michigan. These potholes can result from a variety of underlying causes, or simply develop...

The thickness and structure of an asphalt paving project ultimately depends on the anticipated use of the pavement once it is finished. But there’s more involved, as asphalt pavement involves an entire structure and few critical decision making points involving...

Asphalt is cheap, durable, and when properly kept up looks extremely attractive as well. But besides simple pothole fixes or crack filling applications, there are several levels of resurfacing maintenance you may need to consider if your pavement has started showing...

Asphalt is a popular and effective option for paving and works well in countless situations, from commercial parking lots to residential driveways and everything in between. But there are some persistent misconceptions about asphalt held by the general public, and we...