Paving the Way

South Carolina Asphalt Pavement Association

SCAPA News and Events
 
   
November is a time to reflect on what we are thankful for, what we have, the family surrounding us, the friends we cherish, and the blessings that will come... And a time to say Thank You to those who make SCAPA what it is. We are so thankful for each and every one of you!

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Registration is now open for the 2020 SCAPA Winter Conference and Trade Show Reception. This asphalt conference is being held in Columbia, SC on January 15-16, 2020. SCAPA Members, there are only a few Sponsorship and Exhibitor opportunities still available.

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SCAPA's Technical Director and Executive Director attended BOMAG's Innovation Days in Ridgeway, South Carolina. They had the opportunity to see BOMAG Equipment live demos, take a facility tour and even connect with SCAPA Members.

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SC Asphalt Pavement Association hosted a Midlands Education and Business Alliance (MEBA) Field Study for educators and counselors to learn more about the asphalt industry and career opportunities.

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King Asphalt, Inc.
 
   
This all-female paving crew is probably the first of its kind and they are crushing it! Mary Katherine Harbin helped establish this all-female paving crew and also shares some tips for women looking to succeed in a male-dominated industry.

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Industry News
The Paving for Performance Conference series is designed to bring together owners (including
DOTs, public works agencies, cities, counties and states) with the asphalt paving industry to achieve better pavement performance. The conference is the ideal opportunity for asphalt mixture producers, paving companies, material suppliers and equipment manufacturers, as well as state and local agencies and consulting engineers who develop asphalt mixtures or flexible pavement designs, to learn from experts and each other.

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A perfect balance of BIG IRON, Technology, and Educational Opportunities without the high cost of cross country travel, the Mid-Atlantic Asphalt Expo and Conference is set to be the go-to conference for anyone involved in the asphalt industry in the Mid-Atlantic region. Don't miss this concise, close, high-powered conference. Join us DECEMBER 11-12, 2019 as we GO BIG!

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Check out North America’s Largest Construction Show, which will hit the stage in Vegas on March 10-14, 2020. With over 2,000 exhibitors, there is so much to see and do during the show. Save 40% on show admission when you register by January 17. 

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Granite Contracting
Asphalt Resources
 
   
A well planned, designed, constructed and maintained road system is essential for economic development and the safe movement of people, goods and services. The largest percentage of roads in the U.S. roadway network are categorized as low-volume roads (LVRs). 

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Date: Tuesday, December 10, 2:00-3:30 p.m. EST
Speaker: Professor Walaa Mogawer, PhD, P.E., F. ASCE, Highway Sustainability Research Center, Director, Highway Sustainability Research Center, University of Massachusetts.

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Date: Wednesday, January 8, 2:00–3:30 p.m. EST
Speakers: Carrie Diaz, Human Resources Director, LL Pelling Co.; Beth Marlow, Senior Writer, Golin and Alexandra Ladas, Manager, Golin

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Date: Friday, January 10, 2:00–3:30 p.m. EST
Speakers: Gerry Huber, Associate Director of Research, Heritage Research Group; Bill Pine, Quality Control Director of Asphalt Technology, Heritage Construction and Materials; Dr. Nam Tran, Assistant Director, Associate Research Professor - National Center for Asphalt Technology at Auburn University

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Whether you're new to the industry or want to brush up on your skills, SCAPA's Online Academy is a great learning resource! Additionally, SCAPA created a new reference guide for companies to use as they build their training programs based around SCAPA Academy!

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Roadtec, Inc.
Membership Services
 
   
SCAPA members, it is time to update your information and key contacts for the 2020 SCAPA Membership Directory & Resource Guide. We have already started sending out emails for the updates. 

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Calendar of Events
 
SCAPA
P.O. Box 11448, Columbia, SC 29211
Phone: (803) 252-2522 Fax: (803) 403-9952