![]() Using products of the Strategic Highway Research Program to build better, safer roads October 1998 |
SHRP Implementation CalendarThe following events are in support of products and technologies developed under the Strategic Highway Research Program. Northeast Asphalt User/Producer Group Fall Meeting Contact: Frank Fee at Citgo Asphalt, 610-565-6863 (fax: 610-565-1694). Superpave Binder Testing Workshop Sponsored by the Western Superpave Regional Center, this course covers the details of the Superpave binder testing and characterization procedure. It consists of both classroom discussion and hands-on laboratory work, including use of the dynamic shear rheometer and the pressure aging vessel. Contact: For registration information, contact Lisa Cody at the Western Superpave Regional Center, 702-784-1433 (fax: 702-784-1429; email: lisacody@unr.edu). For information on course content, contact Dr. Peter Sebaaly at the University of Nevada–Reno, 702-784-6565 (fax: 702-784-1429; email: sebaaly@scs.unr.edu). Sixth Annual U.S. Hot Mix Asphalt Conference Sponsored by the National Asphalt Pavement Association (NAPA), State asphalt associations, and the Asphalt Institute, the conference will focus on the latest products and processes affecting the quality and performance of asphalt pavements. A special session on November 5 will highlight progress in implementing the Superpave system, including on low-volume roads and in base layers. Contact: Jennifer Thornberry at NAPA, 301-731-4748 (fax: 301-731-4621). National Quality Initiative (NQI) Leadership Workshop This workshop will focus on State efforts to improve quality in highway programs, as well as ways in which the NQI can support State initiatives. Contact: For registration information, contact Housman & Associates at 512-918-8657 (fax: 512-918-0225). Superpave Volumetric Mix Design Workshop This workshop covers all aspects of the Superpave volumetric mix design procedures, including the selection of materials and the choice of design aggregate structure. Sponsored by the Western Superpave Regional Center, the hands-on workshop will include use of the Superpave gyratory compactor. Contact: For registration information, contact Lisa Cody at the Western Superpave Regional Center, 702-784-1433 (fax: 702-784-1429; email: lisacody@unr.edu). For information on course content, contact Dr. Peter Sebaaly at the University of Nevada–Reno, 702-784-6565 (fax: 702-784-1429; email: sebaaly@scs.unr.edu). Southeast Asphalt User-Producer Group Meeting Contact: Jill Baumgardner, 601-898-2965. Getting Our Message Out: Elevating Public Awareness of Transportation
Issues This symposium is designed for public affairs, marketing, and community relations professionals, as well as those responsible for technology transfer. Sessions will feature such topics as "Who Is Our Public and What Are They Saying?" and "Building Transportation's Image." Contact: Andrea Vincent, 301-650-5700 (fax: 301-650-5717). International Conference on Corrosion and Rehabilitation of
Reinforced Concrete Structures The conference will feature the latest on the design, construction, maintenance, and rehabilitation of concrete structures. Contact: Donald Jackson at FHWA, 202-366-6770 (fax: 202-366-7909; email: donald.jackson@fhwa.dot.gov). Asphalt Mix Design and Analysis Course This course focuses on asphalt mixture performance testing, including use of the Superpave shear tester and the indirect tensile tester. Superpave volumetric mix design is also summarized. Contact: Larry Santucci at the University of California-Berkeley Pavement Research Center, 510-231-9428 (fax: 510-231-9589). Asphalt Conference and Expo This second annual conference will feature sessions on such topics as "A Contractor's Perspective on Superpave," "Taking the Nightmare Out of Night Paving," and "What's Next in QC/QA?" Contact: Wendy Cantwell at 800-254-2123; fax: 816-254-2128, or Chris Harrison at 800-355-1860, x. 23; fax: 660-248-1843. |
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