Could fewer mix designs improve your plant’s efficiency? As more commercial and municipal projects adopt DOT-style QC/QA requirements, asphalt producers face a new reality—and opportunity. A trend toward using one regional, high-performance mix for both private and public jobs is gaining momentum. Known as a “common-denominator” mix design, this approach helps plants minimize recalibrations, reduce errors, and streamline testing procedures. It also aligns with engineer-preferred specs, saving ti