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California Asphalt Pavement Forum
Pre-registration is now closed for this event. If you would like to attend please register on-site on Nov 12th.
Get the very latest information on trends, technologies and techniques that are essential to success in the asphalt pavement industry
You don't have time to waste. That’s why we’ve assembled as much useful information as possible into one action-packed day. Hear from top policymakers, respected experts and others so you can keep current with the rapidly changing world of asphalt technology, specifications, trends and more.
Who should attend? Contractors, suppliers, refiners, estimators, engineers, public works representatives and anyone with an interest in asphalt or road construction.
How can I register? For your convenience, there are three ways to register available; online, via fax, or via mail.
- Online Registration: Register online using the "Register Now!" tool in the right sidebar of this webiste. Payment options include paying via PayPal account, via credit card without logging in to PayPal, or mailing a check.
- Fax Registration: Download and print a PDF version of the registration form here. Fax your completed registration to 916-371-2352. Payment options include credit card or check.
- Mail Registration: Download and print the hardcopy registration form here. Mail your completed registration to California Asphalt Pavement Association, PO Box 981300, West Sacramento, CA 95798. Payment options include credit card or check.
How much does it cost to attend? Registration fees are $79 for CalAPA Members and Public Agency Representatives, and $99 for Non-Members. Members and Public Agencies must register by October 30th to receive the discounted price. After October 30th all registrations are $99. The registration fee includes refreshments and lunch.
Where is the Forum being held? The Forum will be held at the Doubletree Hotel, 2001 Point West Way in Sacramento, CA. A limited number of rooms are available for a special rate of $109 for conference attendees. Call the Doubletree Hotel directly at (916) 929-8855 for details.
AGENDA
7:30 a.m.
REGISTRATION & NETWORKING
Continental breakfast
8:30 a.m. – Welcome
Russell W. Snyder, Executive Director, California Asphalt Pavement Association (CalAPA)
8:35 a.m. – Featured Speaker
“New Directions for the Caltrans Office of Pavement Management”
Shakir Shatnawi State Pavement Engineer, California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) (Confirmed)
Hear from a top Caltrans manager on recent changes to the department’s pavement program, how the department is handling the deployment of new asphalt specifications, test methods, evaluating new technology, resolving conflicts and more.
9:00 a.m. – Presentation
“Warming Up to Warm Mix Asphalt”
Tony Limas, Quality Management Specialist, Granite Construction Inc. & Member, National Asphalt Pavement Association (NAPA) Warm Mix Asphalt Committee
In five years, it is expected that half of all asphalt produced will be of the warm-mix type. Get an update on the deployment of warm mix asphalt jobs in California, the status of the Caltrans WMA specification, new technologies, equipment, evaluation and more.
9:30 a.m. – Presentation
“Smooth Sailing for Pavement Smoothness?”
Skip Brown, President, Delta Construction, and founder, Asphalt Consulting Services, LLC
Everyone wants smooth pavement. But how do we pay for it? And who should bear the burden? Get an insider’s view of a robust debate taking place between Caltrans and the construction industry over a new pavement smoothness standard.
10:00 a.m.
BREAK
10:30 a.m. – Presentation
“Business NOT as usual: The Impact of Caltrans Section 39 Asphalt Specification Changes to Your Operations”
Jack Van Kirk, Director of Asphalt Technology, George Reed, Inc.
This year’s major overhaul to Caltrans Section 39 specifications is creating problems for those who are not familiar with all the changes. Get an overview of the new specifications and key areas to watch for to avoid unpleasant surprises.
11:00 a.m. – Panel Discussion
“How Industry is Responding to the Changes in Caltrans Section 39 Asphalt Specifications”
Skip Brown, President, Delta Construction, and founder, Asphalt Consulting Services, LLC
Tony Limas, P.E., Quality Management Specialist, Granite Construction
John Schmidt, Quality Assurance Supervisor, Teichert Aggregates
Jack Van Kirk, P.E., Director of Asphalt Technology, George Reed, Inc.
Issues and answers regarding new Caltrans pavement specifications, what conflicts have emerged, and how they are being resolved.
11:30 a.m.
LUNCH (Lunch provided)
1:00 p.m. – Presentation
“What’s So Special About Specialty Mixes?”
Brandon Milar, P.E., Pavement Materials Engineer, Telfer Oil
Everyone’s talking about high stability (Type C) mixes, LEED-friendly porous pavements and bonded wearing courses. Get the latest information on how these specialty mixes are used, who is using them and how these new mixes are performing.
1:30 p.m. – Presentation
“Best Practice: Joint Training and Certification for Asphalt Test Methods”
Thomas M. Peterson, P.E., Executive Director, Colorado Asphalt Pavement Association
Developing and implementing a joint industry-public works standard for training and certifying personnel on asphalt test methods has been successfully implemented in several states, including Colorado, Oregon and Texas. Hear first-hand how one program was set up, how it works and the impact on industry.
2:00 p.m. – Keynote Speaker
“The Future of the California’s State Transportation Program”
Randy Iwasaki, Director, California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) (Confirmed)
Hear from the top executive at Caltrans on the department’s approach to partnering with the construction industry, recent organizational changes, the impact of state budget cuts and federal stimulus dollars on the state highway program and more.
2:30 p.m.
BREAK
3:00 p.m. – Presentation
“The Latest Rap on RAP – Recycled Asphalt Pavement”
Tom Carter, Technical Services Manager, Twining Labs
Asphalt is already America’s most recycled product, but industry is pushing to increase the percentage of RAP on public works jobs. Hear from an industry expert on what it means for contractors, producers and public owners.
3:30 p.m. – Interactive Panel Discussion / Q & A
“Bumps in the Road?”
Shakir Shatnawi, Caltrans State Pavement Engineer
Margie Valdez, Materials & Testing Lab Supervisor, Contra Costa County
Tony Limas, P.E., Quality Management Specialist, Granite Construction
Skip Brown, president, Delta Construction, and founder, Asphalt Consulting Services, LLC
Jack Van Kirk, Director of Asphalt Technology, George Reed, Inc.
Tom Carter, Technical Services Manager, Twining Labs
Brandon Milar, P.E., Pavement Materials Engineer, Telfer Oil
Audience-driven participatory session where a panel of experts will address a wide array of technical issues being faced by the asphalt pavement industry today. Audience members will have the opportunity to submit questions and raise issues.
4:15 p.m.
ADJOURN
Russell W. Snyder, CalAPA Executive Director
Conference Wrap Up & Announcements
Thank you to our platinum sponsors:
PLEASE NOTE: Because CalAPA must be protected from losses on events, participants are responsible for the cost of their advance reservation, whether they attend or not, unless notice of cancellation is received by CalAPA no later than 72 business hours prior to the event. Agenda subject to change.
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