For pavement maintenance contractors looking to grow their business, the decision to add complementary services can open new revenue streams and strengthen customer relationships. One contractor that demonstrated this strategy effectively is KFM Striping of Phoenix, Arizona. The company expanded from line striping into full asphalt paving, a move that the industry publication For Construction […]
In the pavement maintenance industry, National Service Providers (NSPs) play a unique and growing role that every contractor should understand. Whether you operate a small family-owned sweeping business or a mid-sized paving company, the relationship between local contractors and national service providers shapes how work gets allocated, how quality is maintained, and how the industry
The global construction equipment industry has long used major international exhibitions as barometers of market health and future direction. Few events carry as much weight as INTERMAT, the premier international exhibition for construction equipment and techniques, held every three years in Paris, France. When a Guide to What Are the Reasons Behind the growth of
In the competitive world of contract sweeping, knowing your cost of doing business is not just a financial exercise — it is the difference between survival and failure when market conditions tighten. Missouri-based Katsam LLC has built its reputation on meticulous cost tracking, route optimization, and disciplined operational practices that allow the company to weather
Concrete Resurfacing Repair of Concrete Floor or Pavement has long been a staple of infrastructure maintenance, but asphalt surfaces present a different set of challenges. Potholes, alligator cracking, utility cuts, and surface deterioration are constant problems for public works departments. Traditional cut-and-remove methods have been the standard for decades, but they are time-consuming, labor-intensive, and
Pavement preservation projects in remote, high-altitude locations demand a level of adaptability that goes far beyond standard road maintenance. When a contractor takes on a project involving hundreds of thousands of square yards of damaged roads and parking areas in a national park, the ability to adjust methods, materials, and schedules becomes just as important
Ride-on concrete trowels represent a significant leap forward in concrete finishing technology, enabling contractors to achieve high-quality, durable surfaces on large slabs with greater efficiency than ever before. From hydraulic drive systems to electronic controls and ergonomic operator interfaces, modern ride-on trowels incorporate innovations that directly impact the quality of finished concrete floors, warehouses, and
Concrete Resurfacing Repair of Concrete Floor or Pavement has long been a subject of interest for contractors and public works departments looking to maximize the lifespan of existing pavement. But when it comes to highways and major roadways, a broader set of strategies known collectively as Concrete Pavement Preservation (CPP) has proven to be one
the Concrete Canvas Essential Techniques for Achieving Uniform Polished concrete floors have become a popular choice in commercial and retail spaces for their durability, aesthetic appeal, and low maintenance requirements. However, as the demand for polished concrete grows, so does the need for contractors to understand the slip resistance characteristics of the finished surface. Polished
Live equipment demonstrations have long been the centerpiece of pavement maintenance trade shows, offering contractors and pavement professionals the rare opportunity to see machinery operating under real-world conditions. These demonstrations bridge the gap between brochure specifications and field performance, allowing buyers to evaluate equipment for crack sealing, pavement marking, sealcoating, asphalt patching, and surface preparation
