Paving the Way - March 19, 2020

South Carolina Asphalt Pavement Association

SCAPA News and Events

South Carolina and SCAPA's Response to COVID-19

The South Carolina Asphalt Pavement Association (SCAPA) is closely monitoring events related to the Coronavirus / COVID-19 outbreak to assess what impact it will have on association operations, as well as the effects to the asphalt paving industry. SCAPA has been in contact with key officials regarding road construction and will continue to provide updated guidance as it is received by the association.

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2020 Spring Member Dinner and Legislative Day Has Been Cancelled In Light of Coronavirus

We are sorry to inform our SCAPA members that in light of the Coronavirus/COVID-19, SCAPA has decided to cancel the SCAPA Spring Member Dinner and Legislative Day in order to limit possible exposure. Both events, which were scheduled for later this month (March 31 and April 1), have been cancelled...

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Summer Conference Registration Delayed; However, You Can Still Reserve Your Room at the Omni Amelia Island Resort, June 26-28, 2020

SCAPA Members: Save the date and reserve your room for the 2020 SCAPA Summer Conference, June 26-28, 2020. The event will be held at the Omni Resort in Amelia Island, Florida. Room Block is open now; however, Sponsorship and Registration has been delayed.

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SCAPA and SCDOT Provide Important Updates During Our Annual Partners In Quality Meetings

Partners in Quality (PIQ) is a partnership program between SCAPA members and SCDOT. During the month of February, SCAPA co-hosted the PIQ meetings in six out of seven DOT districts. The District 4 Meeting was cancelled due to weather. Attendees discussed recent specification updates, best practices, and ways to improve our partnerships.

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SCAPA Technical Director Attends CONEXPO-CON/AGG, Where Women Of Asphalt Made a Big Impression

SCAPA Technical Director Kimberly Lyons attended CONEXPO-CON/AGG in Las Vegas last week. Women Of Asphalt made a big impression during the conference.

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Industry News

SCDOT Position During the COVID-19 Health Emergency

The South Carolina Department of Transportation has identified ongoing construction projects as a mission critical function. SCDOT plans on the continuation of construction projects, for as long as the agency can safely do so.

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In Response to the COVID-19, SCDOT Cancels All Technician Certification Classes Through April 17, 2020

On Monday, March 16, 2020, SCDOT announced that it would be cancelling all SCDOT Technician Certification classes through April 17, 2020. This announcement came as a response by the agency to COVID-19. Classes after this date will be evaluated in the upcoming weeks.

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T3S and SCDOT Postpone the 2020 SC Highway Engineers Conference

The Transportation Technology Transfer Service and SCDOT jointly announce the postponement of the 2020 Highway Engineers Conference due to the increasing public health concern surrounding the outbreak of the coronavirus (COVID-19). The conference will be rescheduled for a date later this year.

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Women of Asphalt Accepting Nominations for 20 to Watch in 2020

Women of Asphalt are spotlighting 20 industry game changers in 2020: women in leadership, influencers, thought leaders and newcomers in the asphalt community. Do you know a standout? Nominate a worthy candidate today! Nominations will be accepted through March 31, 2020, and the 20 selected will be announced on June 1, 2020.

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Asphalt Resources

Virginia Center for Transportation Innovation & Research Report: Feasibility of Reclaimed Asphalt Pavement (RAP) Use As Road Base and Subbase Material

The purpose of this study was to investigate the current state of the practice with regard
to the use of reclaimed asphalt pavement (RAP) material for road base and subbase applications
and the potential for such use by the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT). To
achieve the objectives of the study, a comprehensive review of the literature was conducted and
the current state of the practice by other state departments of transportation was analyzed.

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New to the Asphalt Industry? Check out SCAPA's Online Academy!

Whether you are new to the asphalt industry or just want to brush up on your skills, SCAPA Academy is a great learning resource.

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