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Concrete Projects in Michigan


  • I-75 Modernization

    What We Did


    This reconstruction and expansion project reconstructed I-75 from Coolidge Hwy. to South Boulevard in Oakland County.

    Ajax Paving reconstructed a vital segment of a major commuter highway in Oakland County, I-75 from Coolidge Hwy. to South Boulevard. We reconstructed existing travel lanes and added a fourth lane for a future HOV lane. A new design eliminated left-lane ramps, thereby increasing acceleration and deceleration ramp lengths at Adams Road. Adding eight new bridges, expanding the Intelligent Transportation System and reconstructing the Park-n-Ride at Adams Road were also part of the project.

    We produced over 106,000 cubic yards of concrete to pave over 347,700 sq. yards of 10-inch non-reinforced concrete. The project was completed in 108 calendar days, 20 days under the bid requirements. It also won the 2017 Michigan Concrete Association Award.


    Project Highlights:

    • Reconstructed and expanded I-75 from Coolidge Hwy. to South Boulevard
    • 106,000 cubic yards of concrete
    • 2017 Michigan Concrete Association Award
  • I-96

    What We Did


    Only a company like Ajax could take on a challenge like this. Closing and constructing a 7-mile stretch of I-96 in both directions, an essential link traveled by 140,000 drivers every day. The project also required rebuilding 37 bridges, 22 ramps, and 60 business accesses as well as installing new drainage sewers, 15- to 25-foot retaining walls, and a light-emitting diode freeway lighting system.

    Bidding was in an A+B Contracting Format that factored not only the cost but also the time required for completion. E-construction, a paperless management process, contributed to our efficiency. Automated GPS control for the concrete equipment and automated machining for grading operations also increased productivity.

    The I-96 project became the largest single-season construction contract in MDOT’s history. In total it spanned 56 total lane miles, requiring 700,000 square yards of paving and 800,000 tons of aggregate. Best yet, the freeway was reopened to traffic in only 167 days – three weeks ahead of schedule.

     

     


    Road Construction Project Highlights:

    • Largest single-season construction contract in MDOT’s history
    • Total lane miles: 56
    • Days ahead of schedule: 21
  • M-59 Corridor

    What We Did


    Made possible by a $56-million federal stimulus fund, the expansion of M-59 between Crooks and Ryan roads was designed to eliminate bottlenecks on this commuter route connecting Oakland and Macomb counties. In addition to expanding the road from four to six lanes, the project included erecting a barrier between eastbound and westbound traffic, replacing storm sewers, reconstructing 16 ramps, and rebuilding or rehabilitating 9 bridges.


    Road Construction Project Highlights:

    • 5.6 miles expanded from four to six lanes
    • 16 ramps and 9 bridges reconstructed or rebuilt
    • Successfully managed traffic during construction
  • US-131

    What We Did


    This project, which spans 26 lane miles from Grand Rapids to Cedar Springs, presented a series of unusual challenges. To prevent roadway degradation during construction, Ajax addressed "tented" pavement caused by incompressible material in the old pavement joints and improper expansion in joint maintenance. Additionally, the bridge over 6 Mile Road was too narrow to accommodate conventional construction traffic, and a split/merge traffic plan was required during repairs to keep traffic moving in both directions.

    We placed a 6.5-inch unbonded concrete overlay on the existing 40-year-old pavement, bringing the roadway's parabolic surface, superelevation, and crown-cross slope up to current standards. We used a Shilstone-type, well-graded concrete mixture with three aggregates. The mixture contained 40 percent slag cement and used only 294 lb./cubic yard of Portland cement.


    Road Construction Project Highlights:

    • Split/merge traffic plans enabled two lanes of traffic in both directions during construction
    • Corrected original roadways to adhere to current standards
    • Recipient of the ACPA Excellence in Concrete Pavement Gold Award Winner
  • M-39

    What We Did


    M-39 is a major commuter highway in Southeastern Michigan, running through numerous residential communities. When it was time to rebuild three miles of concrete between McNichols and Nine Mile roads, the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) required a very short production schedule and exacting noise control standards. The project also included reconstruction of 24 bridges and 77,000 cubic yards of concrete.

    Ajax Paving was more than up to the task. Our crews performed exhaustive benchmarking for more than two months before construction began to ensure new noise levels would meet specifications. Also, sixty people worked seven days a week to ensure they met the open date mandated by MDOT.

    The M-39 project was completed more than two weeks ahead of schedule and earned the Michigan Concrete Association’s Award of Excellence in 2011.


    Road Construction Project Highlights:

    • Bridges: 24
    • MCA Award of Excellence
    • Days ahead of schedule: 14
  • M-53 From Red Run to 18 Mile Rd

    What We Did


    This project on M-53 (Van Dyke) through Sterling Heights and Warren was 4.82 miles of road reconstruction, concrete surfacing, hot mix asphalt cold milling and resurfacing, drainage, curb, gutter, sidewalk, ramps and drive approaches, signal modernization, signing and pavement marking.

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High-Spec Mix

Our eight central mix batch plants can be mobilized and calibrated to each project's unique specifications and design needs.

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Leading Innovations

We own the most modern, computer-guided equipment and innovations available, such as stringless technology, for unmatched precision and efficiency.

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On-Time

At Ajax, if you're not early, you're late. We have a long history of completing even the most demanding and complex jobs ahead of schedule.

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Quality Control

On every project, at every step, we quality test the concrete materials and the mix to ensure results to the precise specifications.

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The Go-To Choice

Ajax Paving is very proud to have pre-qualification and licensing across the U.S. as a prime contractor or subcontractor.

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Experts Who Care

Our team of long-term crews, project managers, engineers, and other professionals at the top of their fields allow every project to reach its full potential.

Industry Recognitions for Concrete Construction in Michigan


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Award of Excellence

Arauco Grayling Plant, Grayling

Award of Excellence

I-75 Rouge Rover, Detroit-Downriver Connection I-75 over the Rouge River, City of Detroit, Wayne County

Award of Excellence

I-75 Modernization Project Segment 1 Design-Build Interchange Reconstruction, Coolidge Road to South Blvd, Oakland County

Award of Excellence

M-53 from Red Run Drain to 18 Mile, Cities of Sterling Heights and Warren, Macomb County

Award of Excellence

Runway 4L/22R and Associated Taxiways, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, Romulus, MI

Award of Excellence

GM Circle Track Reconstruction, GM Proving Ground, Milford, MI

The Right Concrete Mix. The Right Result.

Founded in 1951 as a small asphalt paving company, Ajax has evolved into a leader in road and bridge construction, concrete production, and concrete paving projects nationwide. Our eight central mix batch plants, designed for efficient, high-spec concrete construction, ensure that each project is completed with the highest quality standards. After careful location assessments, our mobile plants are set up on-site or adjacent to the project, delivering consistent, high-quality concrete for commercial projects and infrastructure builds.

With a workforce rigorously trained in project management and construction management, our crews bring expert real-time precision to every mix, supporting Ajax's mission to exceed client expectations on every job, from construction projects of all sizes to large-scale highway and airport runway work.

On-Time. In Spec. On Budget.

Since paving its first road in 1951, Ajax has grown into one of the most trusted construction companies in Southeast Michigan and Florida, known for commercial concrete and asphalt concrete services across the United States. Having completed over 14 million cubic yards of concrete on highways, runways, and more, Ajax combines decades of expertise with the latest technology, including stringless paving and advanced load-transfer systems, ensuring high-quality results in any work zone.

Our team of industry veterans, coupled with a large fleet of the latest construction equipment, makes us a one-stop contractor capable of meeting the toughest specifications for road, bridge, and airport construction. From paving NASCAR tracks to major airport runways, Ajax continues to set the standard for excellence in the industry. With a focus on innovation and employee development, Ajax is building a legacy that positions us as the top choice for complex concrete paving and heavy highway construction projects nationwide.
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