The application of total quality management principles to asphalt concrete specifications is discussed. Specifications from 16 states are reviewed, and their attributes are critiqued. Verification procedures, statistical compliance measures, tolerance limits, lot definition, point of acceptance, density determination, and pay adjustment methods are recommended. The innovative concepts of contractor rating systems and warranties are examined briefly.


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    Title :

    Specification of Asphalt Concrete Using Total Quality Management Principles


    Additional title:

    Transportation Research Record: Journal of the Transportation Research Board


    Contributors:


    Publication date :

    1996-01-01




    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Electronic Resource


    Language :

    English