By Chris Moretti Asphalt is comprised of a bitumen binder with aggregates, oil, and tar, forming HMAC (hot mix asphalt base course). This mixture creates a more flexible pavement than other materials, providing drivers with a smoother, more consistent ride quality. Asphalt is recyclable, and during road resurfacing, contractors use large milling machines that act […]
By Chris Moretti Crushed concrete is a byproduct of recycling when concrete from demolished infrastructure projects is processed. In the past, demolished concrete—often mixed with rebar, scrap metal, steel, trash, wood, and other debris—was typically sent to landfills, quickly filling available space and limiting landfill capacity for different waste. The process of recycling concrete, therefore, […]
At Arcosa Crushed Concrete, our sustainable construction practices boost operational efficiency and cost management and significantly enhance environmental performance. Our focus on concrete and asphalt recycling, efficient transportation logistics, and emissions reduction creates a powerful synergy that supports the construction industry in Texas, Florida, and Southern California. Concrete and Asphalt Recycling Processes Our state-of-the-art recycling […]
Asphalt millings are recycled materials produced by milling or grinding asphalt surfaces. The process transforms asphalt pavement into small, uniform particles that retain many of the original material’s beneficial properties. Definition and Composition Asphalt millings consist of aggregate particles bonded by aged asphalt binder. Their composition varies depending on the original asphalt mixture but typically […]
A concrete washout is the process of cleaning residual concrete from equipment, trucks, and batching plants. Washout water and slurry are generated when concrete is mixed or pumped, and this material must be managed appropriately by our Arcosa Crushed Concrete team to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and to support sustainable construction practices. Definition and […]
Buildings are responsible for 39 percent of total energy use and 30 percent of landfill waste in the United States, according to reports from the Green Built Alliance. In efforts to reduce its environmental impact, the construction industry has started to adopt green building practices that focus on energy efficiency and sustainability. If you’re looking […]
When you think of environmentally-friendly industries, construction probably isn’t among the first to come to mind. According to the Sustainability Roadmap for Hospitals, the construction industry uses up a lot of resources and is responsible for a significant amount of waste. This industry uses 40% of the raw stone, gravel, sand, and steel in the […]
A lot of waste and pollution is generated every year by the construction industry. One of the best ways to make this essential industry more environmentally friendly is recycling. Recycling saves substantial amounts of energy, and generally decreases demand for new materials that are produced using natural resources. For example, if all of the asphalt […]
Concrete is one of the most commonly used materials in construction. It’s no surprise that plenty of it makes its way into landfills where it tends to sit and take up room rather than biodegrade. Careless concrete disposal is a waste, considering how recyclable it is and how useful the resulting aggregate is. As it […]
One of the essential elements of doing road construction work is making sure you have the right amount of the materials you need for the job. If you don’t have enough, you’ll have to stop and wait to finish the job until you resupply. If you have too much, you’ve wasted money and material. While […]
Waste is almost an inevitability when it comes to construction projects. No matter how carefully you plan, you’re going to end up with some amount of waste that you’ll need to dispose of. One available option is to recycle and reuse that waste in concrete debris, so it doesn’t end up in a landfill. Benefits […]
Recycling concrete has a whole host of benefits over taking concrete to a dumpsite. For construction companies who end up with concrete waste at the end of projects, recycling concrete is often the best choice to protect the environment and reduce costs. Generally, concrete needs to be crushed before it’s recycled, which may be something […]
Road construction companies work with multiple materials throughout the jobs they do. Whether you use asphalt or concrete, the hope is for the result to be a road that is safe, stable, and durable that will allow travelers to get from point A to point B. Of course, where the material you’re using comes from […]
The use of recycled concrete in construction has multiple benefits. From reducing costs and keeping them low to making construction projects more environmentally friendly, there are many reasons to use it. As to how you should use recycled concrete, there are several options and projects that you could put recycled concrete to good use in. […]
Knowing how to put down a road base properly is an essential skill in the construction business. The following includes helpful information and step-by-step processes when it comes to laying down road base. The better you incorporate these steps and do your research ahead of time, the more likely you will fulfill the job properly […]
Sand has many practical implications in construction. From cement to mortar to backfilling retaining walls, sand is a common resource on most construction sites. There are many different kinds of sand, each with a particular use. Understanding the different types of sand is essential to performing your construction project safely and correctly. Here are the […]
The American Southeast is famously at risk of hurricanes and flooding. Your home may be susceptible to damage from floodwater. To prevent such damage, one strategy is to create a barricade of sandbags around your home to divert flood water. In most cases, you will need to buy sand in bulk and fill the bags […]
Concrete is the number one recycled material in the United States. Recycling concrete significantly reduces the amount of rubble filling our landfills, but also recycled aggregate produces a higher yield of new concrete with superior compaction and constructability when compared to virgin quarry products. This leads to a reduction in overall project costs, which benefits […]
