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Potholes are a common and pesky problem on roads and highways. These pesky craters can cause damage to vehicles, be a safety hazard, and are a nuisance for drivers. But how do potholes form, and what are the top factors that contribute to their creation?Potholes form when the pavement surface begins to deteriorate and small cracks or fissures appear. These cracks can be caused …

The world is on a fast track journey towards Net Zero. Construction and Civil Engineering are a significant contributor to carbon emissions. In the USA, it is estimated that construction and building operations account for almost 39% of total carbon emissions.But which products are the biggest emitters of carbon? Cement: Cement production is a major source of carbon emissions …

HOW TO CALCULATE HOW MANY TONNES OF ASPHALT REQUIRED...WHETHER YOU ARE PATCHING A ROAD, LAYING A NEW DRIVEWAY OR BUILDING A MOTORWAY, THERE IS A COMMON APPROACH TO CALCULATING THE QUANTITY OF MATERIAL YOU NEED. Asphalt, also known as tarmac or macadam, is an expensive product and not one you would want to over or under order whilst doing a project. If you are using EZ Stree …

As the world continues to grapple with the impacts of climate change, many individuals and organisations are looking for ways to reduce their carbon footprint and contribute to a more sustainable future. One way to do this is by buying carbon neutral products.But what exactly does it mean for a product to be carbon neutral? Essentially, it means that the carbon emissions associ …

Polished Stone Value (PSV) is a measure of the skid resistance of pavement surfaces, and it is an important factor in the design and construction of roads. A high PSV indicates that a pavement surface has good skid resistance and is less likely to cause accidents due to slippery conditions.The importance of PSV in road construction cannot be overstated. Good skid resistance is …