Milling service adds control, profits: Pennsylvania asphalt contractor expands service capabilities and project opportunities with the addition of a small milling machine.(PAVING INNOVATIONS)

From: Asphalt Contractor | Date: January 1, 2006 | Copyright information

Milling asphalt pavements prior to repaving them with HMA (hot mix asphalt) is commonplace today. It's one of the most economical ways to bring a roadway back into an acceptable smooth ride condition. What's more, it's not only the major thoroughfares that need to be milled in order to bring an asphalt pavement back into specification. All types of asphalt pavements that have deteriorated must often be either milled or completely removed prior to repaving.

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