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AASHTO re:source Q & A PodcastRolling Forward: Exploring the New Hamburg Wheel Track Proficiency Sample ProgramEver wondered how and why a new proficiency sample scheme was created? Special guests John Malusky and Ryan LaQuay join hosts Brian Johnson and Kim Swanson to reveal the meticulous planning process behind the Hamburg Wheel Tracking samples, a groundbreaking addition to AASHTO re:source's Proficiency Sample Program. Hear firsthand accounts of the logistical challenges faced during its development, the steps taken to prevent segregation, and the lessons learned from pilot studies with DOTs that highlight the critical importance of well-blended materials.Read this episode's companion article or watch the video on YouTube.Send a...
2024-09-2433 minAASHTO re:source Q & A PodcastOctober PSP Insights - Aggregate Gradation and GravityJohn Malusky and Ryan LaQuay from the Proficiency Sample Program (PSP) join us to discuss the results of the recent Aggregate Gradation and Gravity samples 3 and 4. Plus, share in our excitement as we discover the benefits of using slide lock bags in the PSP packaging process. Related information:S4 E14: S4 E14: August PSP Insights - Polymer-Modified Emulsified AsphaltS4 E13: August PSP Insights - GyratoryS4 E 12: August PSP Insights - Marshall and HveemI Received A Low PSP Score, What Next?S3 E23: September PSP InsightsSend a textHave questions, comments, or want t...
2023-10-1031 minAASHTO re:source Q & A PodcastJuly PSP InsightsJohn Malusky and Pete Holter join us to discuss details of the recent Asphalt Mixture Hveem Design, Asphalt Mixture Marshall Design, and Asphalt Mixture Gyratory samples.Related Information: S3 E6: Digging into Soil Classification and Compaction Samples 185/186Francis Hveem: Testing the Limits of His Abilitieshttp://aashtoresource.org/psp/reportsSend a textHave questions, comments, or want to be a guest on an upcoming episode? Email podcast@aashtoresource.org. Related information on this and other episodes can be found at aashtoresource.org.
2022-08-1643 minAASHTO re:source Q & A PodcastDigging into Soil Classification and Compaction Samples 185/186John Malusky and Pete Holter join us to discuss details of the recent Soil Classification and Compaction sample rounds 185 and 186.Related Information:S1 E24: The transition from ASTM D422 to D6913 and D7928Sample Round AnalysisSend a textHave questions, comments, or want to be a guest on an upcoming episode? Email podcast@aashtoresource.org. Related information on this and other episodes can be found at aashtoresource.org.
2022-06-1425 minAASHTO re:source Q & A PodcastTaken from TechEx: Low Proficiency Sample Program Ratings and Corrective ActionsIn this "Taken from TechEx" episode, we share the Q & A from after the 2021 AASHTO re:source Technical Exchange session, Low Proficiency Sample Program Ratings and Corrective Actions. John Malusky, Proficiency Sample Program Manager answers attendee questions.Related information:S1 E2: Dealing with Repeat Low RatingsI Received A Low PSP Score, What Next?Proficiency Sample Ratings: Being Average Has Never Been So GoodDebunking Myths about the AASHTO re:source Proficiency Sample ProgramOctober 2020: AASHTO re:university Webinar Series: Proficiency Sample Reports Explained - RecordingSend a textHave questions, comments, or want to be a g...
2021-10-0515 minAASHTO re:source Q & A PodcastInside PSP with Guest Host, Oak MetcalfeGuest host, Oak Metcalfe from the Montana Department of Transportation sits down with Proficiency Sample Program Manager, John Malusky to discuss the ins and out of the program.Related Information:S1 E2: Dealing with Repeat Low RatingsS1 E11: FAQ - What do the ratings for repeatability (within-lab) mean?S1 E15: FAQ - How and when do I respond to low ratings?Proficiency Sample Ratings: Being Average Has Never Been So GoodI Received A Low PSP Score, What Next?Proficiency Sample FAQsSample Analysis ProcessSample ReportsOctober 2020: AASHTO re:university Webinar Series: Proficiency Sample Reports Explained - RecordingPrecision Estimates...
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