Grooved runways are a win-win situation. Not only does diamond grooving make runways safer, but it’s also a time and cost-effective solution for rehabilitating older runways. Because it can be targeted specifically to the areas that need additional traction, diamond grooving does not require massive shut-downs that can elevate costs. The FAA recommendations for runway diamond grooving are used on most major runways in the United States.

Concrete pavement preservation (CPP) and diamond grinding are sustainable techniques that aid in the reduction of atmospheric carbon and greenhouse gas emissions. These methods not only enhance the longevity and performance of concrete pavements but also contribute to environmental sustainability.

With steady increase in asphalt prices over the years, the mill and overlay option is becoming far too expensive. Diamond grinding of pavement surfaces often meet and exceed the smoothness, friction and noise characteristics of the best asphalt surface treatments and can be half the cost of an asphalt overlay. The Buried Treasure concept using concrete pavement preservation (CPP) is a sound integration of engineering, economics and the environment.

Calcium Sulfoaluminate (CSA) cement is an advanced cementitious material known for its fast setting, high early strength, low shrinkage, long-term durability and low carbon footprint. CSA is increasingly recognized as a vital component in modern construction due to its significant benefits that align with the industry’s evolving goals of sustainability, efficiency and innovation. CSA cement aligns with the construction industry’s goals by offering a sustainable alternative that meets the demands for efficiency and high performance. Its unique properties enable innovative applications in areas such as rapid repair, pushing the boundaries of traditional construction methods.

The Next Generation Concrete Surface (NGCS) is the quietest non-porous concrete pavement surface available. Developed by Purdue University in partnership with the Minnesota DOT (MNDOT), IGGA, American Concrete Pavement Association (ACPA) and Portland Cement Association (PCA), NGCS combines diamond grinding and longitudinal grooving, offering a smoother ride, increased safety and decreased noise.

In a typical bridge construction project, too often the zone between the bridge and the road is left with a gap that is prone to disruptive physical conditions. Poor riding bridges reached an all-time high in 2007 and an IDOT research team submitted a comprehensive Research Problem Statement to Iowa State University that proposed a solution for eliminating the bump at the end of the bridge. Diamond grinding was presented as a solution.