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NAPA-Optimizing Hot-Mix Asphalt Aggregate Packing & Paving Operations
December 11, 2:00-3:00 pm ET | REGISTER
sponsored by Honeywell
The webinar delves into innovative strategies for enhancing hot-mix asphalt (HMA) aggregate packing and paving operations, presenting the critical role of functionalized low molecular weight (LMW) polyolefin as a lubricant. Attendees will gain insights into how this advanced additive optimizes aggregate packing, significantly improving production and paving temperatures.
The session highlights the correlation between improved lubricity and reduced temperatures during the asphalt production process, effectively promoting energy savings and sustainability within asphalt manufacturing. Participants will also discover how optimal aggregate packing minimizes compaction efforts, leading to more efficient paving operations.
The discussion underscores the long-term benefits of effective aggregate packing in creating stronger and more durable roads, ultimately enhancing infrastructure longevity and performance.
Speakers
Joao Luis Lorenzoni Da Rocha, Sr. Offering Manager, Honeywell — João is a seasoned expert with over 30 years of experience in the chemical industry. He received his BSc degree in Chemical Engineering in Brazil and has since engaged in various multidisciplinary studies, including Manufacturing Engineering, Product Management, International Trade, and Business Administration. As Global Product Leader, João oversees the global asphalt and polymer additives businesses within Honeywell's Specialty Additives group, where he focuses on strategy, innovation, and growth.
Dr. Yonghong Ruan, Asphalt Technology Manager, Honeywell — Dr. Ruan is the Asphalt Technology Manager at Honeywell International Inc., leading new application development and technical support for the Honeywell Titan® product portfolio. Yonghong has 20+ patents granted worldwide and has published scientific articles in peer-reviewed journals. He received his PhD in Chemical Engineering from Texas A&M University in 2002 and has worked in the asphalt industry for over 20 years.
65th Annual PAPA Conference - 2025
This year certainly has gone very fast, and we are very excited our 65th PAPA Annual Conference is just around the proverbial Hershey corner. The conference theme “Paving the Future: Innovations in Sustainable Asphalt Technology, ” reflects our industries mantra to look forward and continuously improve our premiere product, asphalt pavements. Of course, we learn from doing and look to see how previous innovations have impacted asphalt pavements, but in this age of having to deal with Climate Change, we want to ensure our pavements are sustainable and longer lasting. We also want to look at producing asphalt material using less energy and be able to recycle reclaimed asphalt pavement back into the mix efficiently and even enhance the pavement durability and resilience. As always, we have a very educational and informational line up of conference presenters from all over the United States, as well as Pennsylvania. You will learn much and go away with ideas and best practices that you can utilize in your business or organization. So, don’t delay, register for the 2025 PAPA Annual Conference now. It will be even more informative and rewarding then past ones.
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Attendance Includes:
Two incredible days will gain you 3 PDH/NECEPT Credits on Tuesday and 4 PDH/NECEPT credits on Wednesday.
Monday:
- Kick off begins in Ballroom, Lounge, and Terrace 4:30-6:30 pm
- Welcome Reception | Exhibits Open| Exhibitor BINGO, Cornhole, Ring Toss, and games of skill. Stick around to win some awesome prizes!
Tuesday:
- Continental Breakfast with Exhibitors at 7:00 am
- First General Session at 8:00 am
- Buffet Luncheon at 12:00 pm & Desserts with Exhibitors
- Second General Session at 1:15 pm
- President’s Reception 4:30-6:30 pm in Ballroom, Lounge, and Terrace
- Exhibitor Bingo, Cornhole, Ring Toss, and games of skill continue.
(Prizes to be awarded at 6:30pm)
Wednesday:
- Continental Breakfast at 7:00 am
- Paving and Producer Breakout Sessions at 8:00 am.
- Wrap up at noon.
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“The recognized voice of the asphalt pavement industry in Pennsylvania.”
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