Choosing Between Asphalt Milling and Crushed Concrete: Which Suits Your Project?
Construction projects require cost-effective and durable base materials that can withstand heavy traffic and environmental pressures. The most common recycled aggregates used include asphalt millings and crushed concrete. While both originate from recycled sources, they differ in composition, performance, and best-fit applications. Definition and Characteristics Asphalt Millings Asphalt millings come from reclaimed pavement that has […]
Concrete Rubble Recycling: Our Commitment to Sustainable Material Reuse
At Arcosa Crushed Concrete, sustainability is at the core of everything we do. By recycling concrete rubble from demolition and construction projects, we not only divert waste from landfills but also provide the construction industry with reliable, high-quality recycled aggregates that support infrastructure growth across Texas, Florida, and Southern California. Environmental Benefits of Recycling Concrete […]
Crushed Concrete Aggregate: Our Standard for Reliable Construction Materials
By Casey Moro In the ever-evolving landscape of construction materials, Crushed Concrete Aggregate (CCA) stands out as a dependable choice for industry professionals seeking reliable and high-performance solutions. At Arcosa Crushed Concrete, we pride ourselves on being a consistent supplier of quality CCA, tailored to the unique needs of contractors, engineers, and material managers […]
Breaking Down Concrete: Material Insights from the Field
By Ben Hudgins Concrete is a fundamental material in the construction industry, serving as the backbone of infrastructure projects across Texas, Florida, and Southern California. Understanding the constituent materials of concrete—namely cement, water, aggregates, and admixtures—is crucial for industry professionals seeking to optimize performance, durability, and sustainability in their projects. This article provides a […]
What Is Crushed Concrete Used For?
By Ben Hudgins Crushed concrete has emerged as a versatile and sustainable solution in the construction industry, particularly in regions like Texas, Florida, and Southern California. As a recycled material derived from demolished concrete structures, it serves a multitude of applications ranging from highway construction to drainage management. This article offers construction and hauling […]
Where to Buy Crushed Concrete: A Direct Look at Our Product Range
By Ian Reedy Crushed concrete is repurposed demolition material processed for reuse in construction. At Arcosa Crushed Concrete, all of our facilities in Texas, Florida, and Southern California carry crushed concrete, which we produce from carefully selected inbound loads. Common Uses for Crushed Concrete Crushed concrete delivers versatile, reliable performance—most commonly as a road […]
Class 2 Base: Our Standard for Reliable Road Construction
By Kyle Stansbury Class 2 Road Base is a fully recycled aggregate blend—combining reclaimed concrete, asphalt, sand, and gravel—formulated to meet Caltrans’ Class 2 specifications. Notably, asphalt is the most recycled material in the United States, with reclaimed asphalt pavement (RAP) fed directly back into both new surface mixes and underlying road layers. In the […]
What Exactly is Crushed Asphalt?
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 […]
What Is Crushed Concrete?
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, […]
Sustainable Construction Practices
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 […]
What Are Asphalt Millings?
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 […]
What Is Concrete Washout?
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 […]