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A Closer Look at Lot Marking

Published by Candace on June 1st, 2011

Striping a newly paved parking lot is important for two main reasons–aesthetics and safety. The color contrast of a newly striped lot is attractive and promotes a positive image for the property. More importantly, striping serves to direct people safely around the parking lot by designating drive lanes, fire lanes, ADA-accessible areas, crosswalks, and parking spaces.

Lot Marking with Bumper Blocks

Lot Marking with Bumper Blocks

Striping over various surfaces requires different materials.  For example, striping over fresh asphalt or sealer requires a water-borne coating.  These paints are typically formulated with lead-free pigments and do not contain any “active solvents.”  Striping over concrete substrates requires chlorinated rubber paint for optimal adherence.  These paints are essentially a modified alkyd with strong solvents to promote adhesion and disperse the chlorinated rubber.

Paints should be applied using an airless striping machine at a minimum of 13 mil wet film thickness to ensure long-lasting, high-quality lot marking.  Typical drying time is 30 minutes; however, traffic should remain off the lot for at least one full hour.

Is your lot properly marked?  Promote safety and look great with new lot marking!

Click here to learn more about lot marking, including ADA and specialty markings.

Lot Marking Application

Lot Marking Application

Got a question about lot marking?  Comment below or contact one of our parking lot experts at (888) 773-ROSE.

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What’s Happening Around Town: Chicago, IL

Published by Karen on June 8th, 2011

saxophone_white backgroundLooking for something to do in The Windy City this coming weekend?  Check out the Chicago Blues Festival – the largest free blues festival in the world and the largest of Chicago’s Music Festivals.  This three day event, presented by the Department of Cultural Affairs & Special Events, will take place in Grant Park June 10-12, 2011 from 11:00am – 9:30pm.

Friday’s Chicago Blues Festival line-up consists of Hubert Sumlin, Nora Jean Bruso, Rocky Lawrence, Eddie Cotton, and David “Honeyboy” Edwards.  Saturday’s events include performances by Duwayne Burnside Band, Jarekus Singleton, Dexter Allen, and Billy Branch and The Sons of Blues with special guest Magic Slim.  The Festival will conclude on Sunday with performances by Shemekia Copeland and Lonnie Brooks with guest, Eddy “The Chief” Clearwater, Michael “Iron Man” Burks, and Rick Estrin.

For more information including directions, parking, and public transportation, click here!

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It’s Paving Season!

Published by Candace on June 15th, 2011

Despite some heavy rains lately in the Midwest, our Bridgeview-based team, crews, and equipment are hard at work!

Recently we held our annual safety training at our corporate headquarters in Bridgeview, IL to help kick-off the start of the paving season.  Here at Rose Paving, we utilize mandatory training days to indoctrinate and explain to team members the company philosophy on safety, the proper precautions required of every team member, and various potential hazards associated with particular jobs.

Safety Training

Safety Training

In 2010, Rose Paving teams logged over 30,000 man-hours without a lost-time accident.  We have also invested over 425 hours in safety training for team members in 2010, and continually strive for ways to make our teams safer.  From the use of infrared cameras with the crackseal team and safety vests for all Project Managers and Site Engineers, to a full-time Director of Operations who oversees the safety program, Rose Paving is committed to an accident-free and safe workplace for all employees.

Servicing Equipment

Servicing Equipment

And who could forget?  All winter long, our mechanics and crews are checking and re-checking our trucks, trailers, tankers, and other various pieces of equipment housed at our Corporate Headquarters.  Everything is inspected so that our customers will get the best service possible.

CLICK HERE to see more photos of our corporate HQ and our vast collection of vehicles and equipment!

What does your company do to get ready for your customers?

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Infrared Asphalt Repair: Video

Published by Candace on June 22nd, 2011

Infrared asphalt technology is an effective solution for critical repairs to your asphalt surface. This unique method blends hot-mix asphalt right in with the original and then compacts the area to create a seamless restoration.   If you notice potholes — especially in high-traffic areas, pavement heaving or uneven surfaces surrounding catch basins (this is a common problem resulting after several freeze-thaw cycles), or rough surfaces in drive lanes or parking stalls, it is a good idea to consider infrared repair.

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Check out our video demonstrating the quick repair by clicking on image at left, or click here!

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Recipe for the Season: 4th of July

Published by Karen on June 29th, 2011

Celebrate Independence Day and quench your summertime thirst with these festive 4th of July drinks!

PrintDrinks that contain no alcohol:

Strawberry Lemonade

Garbage Can Root Beer

Drinks that contain alcohol:

Fourth of July Cocktail

Roman Candle

For more 4th of the July recipes and party ideas, click here.  Whether your holiday celebration consists of fireworks, patriotic parades, or picnics with family and friends, we wish you a fun and safe 4th of July weekend!  And, don’t forget we’re available this holiday to help with any of your parking lot maintenance needs; after all, our paving solutions are dynamite!

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