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Cover of Asphalt Paving Speed
Asphalt Paving Speed
  • Publication no: AP-PWT31-01
  • Published: 1 November 2001

This Pavement Work Tip is a guide to the calculation of paver forward speed for smooth continuous paving and matching roller capacity to ensure effective compaction.

Released: December 2001

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