The comparative benefits of production grinding versus bump grinding are explored in this study for optimizing pavement performance and cost-efficiency. Diamond grinding is emphasized as a crucial technique for smoothing pavement surfaces, with production grinding covering the entire lane width and length to achieve superior results in ride quality, friction, sound reduction, fuel efficiency and aesthetics. While bump grinding—targeting only uneven areas—can improve ride quality and extend pavement life, production grinding often proves more economical and effective overall.

With steady increase in asphalt prices over the years, the mill and overlay option is becoming far too expensive. Diamond grinding of pavement surfaces often meet and exceed the smoothness, friction and noise characteristics of the best asphalt surface treatments and can be half the cost of an asphalt overlay. The Buried Treasure concept using concrete pavement preservation (CPP) is a sound integration of engineering, economics and the environment.

Concrete pavement preservation (CPP) and diamond grinding are sustainable techniques that aid in the reduction of atmospheric carbon and greenhouse gas emissions. These methods not only enhance the longevity and performance of concrete pavements but also contribute to environmental sustainability.

Concrete pavement preservation (CPP) and diamond grinding are longstanding preservation techniques that contribute to sustainable infrastructure by significantly reducing environmental impact while enhancing safety and performance.

Pavement base and subgrade repair reduce pavement deflection by filling subsurface voids

Joint resealing protects pavement joints from water and incompressibles