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Technical Videos, Demos, Blog Posts, and Other Industry Resources

As part of our commitment to our partners across the construction materials industry, we are continually expanding our library of resources. Information relevant to the asphalt, aggregate, binder and concrete materials testing and engineering industries is complied below for your reference.

Here you will find general construction materials industry-related information along with information that is specific to LASTRADA.  Some of the content is written by us, some of it is written by guest contributors, and some items link to outside sources.

We are pleased to provide materials producers and engineering labs access to some of the same references we use in our regular work.

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    Predict Future Performance With A Monte Carlo Simulation

    Aggregate, Asphalt, FeaturedJanuary 19, 2023Alexis Goddard
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    Current Software Release | LASTRADA™

    Featured, ReleasesNovember 29, 2022Alexis Goddard
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    Keeping Aggregate Data Organized with LASTRADA™ Declarations

    Aggregate, FeaturedOctober 26, 2022Alexis Goddard
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    Soil Grain Size Reporting Options

    Soil, VideosSeptember 28, 2022Alexis Goddard
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    Webinar | Enhanced QC: Look Beyond the Sample

    Asphalt, Featured, ResourcesAugust 23, 2022Alexis Goddard
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    Analyze Balanced Mix Design Trial Points Visually with LASTRADA’s Performance Space Diagram

    AsphaltJuly 13, 2022Alexis Goddard
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    How LASTRADA Adjusts to Michigan and Other State’s Regional Requirements

    GeneralJune 29, 2022Alexis Goddard
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    How Binder Producers Upgrade from Disconnected Excel Files to a Single LASTRADA™ Database

    BinderJune 15, 2022Alexis Goddard
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    Tab Sequence

    General, VideosJune 1, 2022Alexis Goddard
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    Permanently Remember Filters

    General, VideosMay 18, 2022Alexis Goddard
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    Hot Mix Asphalt Blend Reporting

    Asphalt, VideosApril 21, 2022Alexis Goddard
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    Accurately & Efficiently Manage a Library of CoAs in One Simple Workflow with LASTRADA™

    General, VideosMarch 31, 2022Alexis Goddard
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    Info Files

    General, VideosMarch 16, 2022Alexis Goddard
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    Copy User Settings

    General, VideosFebruary 24, 2022Alexis Goddard
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    Add Dropdown List Items

    General, VideosFebruary 17, 2022Alexis Goddard
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    Grid Layouts & Multi Monitor Views

    General, VideosFebruary 2, 2022Alexis Goddard
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    TSR Testing in LASTRADA™

    Asphalt, VideosJanuary 13, 2022Alexis Goddard
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    Plastics in Asphalt: How History Teaches the Keys to Success Now

    Asphalt, ResourcesJanuary 6, 2022Alexis Goddard
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    Lab Workflow Management Views

    General, Labs, VideosDecember 2, 2021Alexis Goddard
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    Ignition Correction Factors

    Asphalt, VideosOctober 21, 2021Alexis Goddard
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    Testing Package Groups

    GeneralSeptember 29, 2021Alexis Goddard
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    LASTRADA’s Display On Start Screen

    GeneralSeptember 8, 2021Alexis Goddard
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    Efficiently Fabricate IDEAL-CT Specimens, Database Results and Report on Performance with LASTRADA™

    AsphaltAugust 12, 2021Alexis Goddard
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    NCR Module

    GeneralJuly 22, 2021Alexis Goddard
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    Adding Different Asphalt Types

    AsphaltJuly 6, 2021Alexis Goddard
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    Gsb Hierarchy

    AsphaltJune 17, 2021Alexis Goddard
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    Hamburg Wheel Tracking Test

    AsphaltMay 28, 2021Alexis Goddard

    Hamburg Wheel Tracking Machine Comparison Interviews

    Asphalt, ResourcesMay 28, 2021Alexis Goddard

    Utilize Comprehensive Performance Tests for Balanced Mix Design in LASTRADA™

    AsphaltMay 28, 2021Alexis Goddard

    Change Calculations to Match Specifications with a Single Click in LASTRADA™

    AsphaltMay 28, 2021Alexis Goddard

    Create a Unique QC Process with Customizable Aging Conditions in LASTRADA™

    BinderMay 28, 2021Alexis Goddard
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    Asphalt Dialogue Configuration

    AsphaltMay 12, 2021Alexis Goddard
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    LASTRADA Partners on NAPA’s Pave It Black Podcast

    ResourcesMarch 17, 2021Alexis Goddard
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    Keep All Your Samples Labeled and Organized with LASTRADA™

    General, LabsFebruary 11, 2021Alexis Goddard
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    Effortlessly and Securely Access Our Private-Cloud Version of LASTRADA™

    GeneralJanuary 21, 2021Alexis Goddard
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    Remember Filters

    GeneralJanuary 14, 2021Alexis Goddard
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    Track Deficiencies and Make Continuous Improvements Using the NCR Module in LASTRADA™

    GeneralDecember 17, 2020Alexis Goddard
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    LASTRADA™ Software Past Releases

    ReleasesDecember 3, 2020Alexis Goddard

    Take the Guesswork out of Evaluating Your Binder Test Data with LASTRADA™

    BinderNovember 30, 2020Alexis Goddard
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    How to Evaluate Asphalt Binder Properties for Use in Balanced Mix Design

    BinderOctober 29, 2020Alexis Goddard
    Leveraging LASTRADA Thumbnail Dan Ridolfi

    Reduce Production Costs by Directly Measuring Aggregate Screening Efficiency

    AggregateOctober 15, 2020Alexis Goddard
    Lightning Demo Thumbnail Dan

    Simplify Your Concrete Quality Control Workflow with LASTRADA™

    ConcreteSeptember 17, 2020Alexis Goddard

    How to Improve the Quality Management Process With Ready-to-Use Laboratory Data Sheets in LASTRADA™

    LabsSeptember 3, 2020Alexis Goddard
    LASTRADA Lightning Demo Thumbnail Template Library Greg Reader

    How to Quickly Get Started in LASTRADA™ with the Template Library

    GeneralAugust 13, 2020Alexis Goddard
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    How to Prevent Errors and Keep Aggregate Data Organized in LASTRADA™

    AggregateAugust 4, 2020Alexis Goddard
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    How to Keep Ignition Calibrations Organized & Ready to Use in LASTRADA™

    AsphaltJuly 16, 2020Alexis Goddard
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    A Sneak Peak into the LASTRADA™ Fast Track Procedures

    GeneralJuly 9, 2020Alexis Goddard
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    How to Automate Document Organization in the LASTRADA™ Document Vault

    GeneralJune 25, 2020David Paley
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    Easily Assess Products and Plants by Customizing the LASTRADA™ KPI Module

    Aggregate, AsphaltJune 4, 2020David Paley
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    How to Compare and Optimize Mix Design Trials in LASTRADA™

    AsphaltMay 21, 2020David Paley

    Maximizing Hamburg Performance of RHMA Using the 0.45 Power Curve

    AsphaltMay 7, 2020David Paley
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    How Software Implementation is Simplified with LASTRADA™ Fast Track

    GeneralApril 2, 2020David Paley
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    Built-In Translation Features Support Multiple Languages in LASTRADA™

    GeneralMarch 26, 2020David Paley
    Greg Lightning Demo Title Screen

    How to Easily Locate Data Using Filter and Sort Options in LASTRADA™

    GeneralMarch 12, 2020David Paley
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    How to Streamline DOT and Agency Reporting with LASTRADA™

    GeneralFebruary 13, 2020Alexis Goddard
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    Apply State and Provincial Rules with a Single Drop-Down in LASTRADA™

    GeneralJanuary 30, 2020David Paley
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    How LASTRADA™ Manages Your Laboratory Equipment

    General, LabsJanuary 9, 2020David Paley
    LASTRADA_MktgVideoScreens_Title-Screen_Alexis

    An Inside Look at LASTRADA Partners’ Online Customer Resource Center

    GeneralDecember 12, 2019David Paley
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    How to Optimize an Asphalt Mix in LASTRADA™

    AsphaltNovember 14, 2019David Paley
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    How to Quickly Log a Sample Using the Laboratory Logbook in LASTRADA™

    LabsOctober 24, 2019David Paley
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    Simplify Aggregate Adjustments Using Receiving Inspection in LASTRADA™

    Aggregate, AsphaltOctober 14, 2019David Paley
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    Quickly Compare Asphalt QC and QA Data without Leaving LASTRADA™

    AsphaltSeptember 26, 2019David Paley

    Understanding VMA: Comparing Two Results from the Same Asphalt Sample

    AsphaltSeptember 12, 2019David Paley
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    Install LASTRADA™ Updates in Less than 60 Seconds, Literally

    GeneralSeptember 5, 2019David Paley

    Get Started Quickly and Easily with Optimized Workspaces in LASTRADA™

    GeneralAugust 15, 2019David Paley

    Easily Track Asphalt Plant Settings Using the LASTRADA™ Asphalt QC Module

    AsphaltAugust 1, 2019David Paley
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    Understanding VMA: Comparing Asphalt Mix Design to Production

    AsphaltJuly 18, 2019David Paley
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    Speed Up Report Delivery using Secure Digital Signatures

    GeneralMay 21, 2019David Paley
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    Stop Report Requests From Interrupting Your Focus

    LabsMay 7, 2019David Paley
    Instotech ValiDator

    How to Save Thousands on Nuclear Gauge Calibration

    ResourcesMay 2, 2019David Paley
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    Track Progress with the Laboratory Workflow Status Bar

    LabsApril 19, 2019David Paley
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    Utilize the Blending Tool for Asphalt Mix Design and Production Adjustments

    AsphaltApril 16, 2019David Paley
    Improving Quality

    Texas Asphalt Magazine Winter 2019 editorial, Improving Quality to Reduce Cost

    Asphalt, ResourcesApril 8, 2019David Paley
    Recycle Symbol for Recycled Asphalt Pavement or RAP

    Texas Asphalt Magazine Spring 2019 editorial, RAP: Good for the Environment, Good for the Industry

    ResourcesApril 8, 2019David Paley
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    GreenBox – The Future of Construction Inspection Technology

    Labs, ResourcesDecember 18, 2018David Paley
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    Application Guide for the AMPT

    Asphalt, ResourcesJune 22, 2018Alexis Goddard
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    Watch Your Team Thrive this Construction Season with these Three Preparation Tips

    ResourcesMay 21, 2018Alexis Goddard
    Hazards of Using Excel for Construction Material Testing and Quality Control

    5 Hazards of Using Microsoft Excel for Construction Materials QC

    ResourcesApril 13, 2018Alexis Goddard
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    California Technician Certification

    ResourcesDecember 16, 2017Alexis Goddard
    Troxler Moisture Measurement System

    Continuous Real-Time Aggregate Moisture Content Readings

    ResourcesNovember 6, 2017Alexis Goddard
    Asphalt Analyzer

    Laboratory Technology; InfraTest Asphalt Analyzer™

    ResourcesOctober 14, 2017David Paley
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    Caltrans Pay Factor Spreadsheet

    ResourcesSeptember 12, 2017Alexis Goddard
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    Customize LASTRADA™ Menus and Dialogues

    GeneralFebruary 23, 2017Alexis Goddard

    The LASTRADA Partnership brings over 20 years of experience to the construction materials industry to keep you on track.

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