NCAUPG Annual Conference 2026

Join us at the NCAUPG conference to discuss the latest in asphalt pavement performance, sustainability, and technology, learn what others around the region are doing, and engage in valuable networking opportunities.

The NCAUPG is a regional group of professionals and experts from state DOTs, industry and academia from 9 north-central US states working together to promote better performing asphalt pavements and asphalt paving technology exchange. Representatives from DOTs, State Asphalt Pavement Associations, Contractors, Suppliers, and Universities serve on the conference planning committee.

Join us for an exciting conference in Madison, Wisconsin. An updated agenda and packet will be available soon.

September 15 Evening

6:00 PM Welcome Reception, Hosted by NCAUPG Steering Committee

September 16 Morning

• 7:00 AM Breakfast and Exhibits
• 8:00 AM Opening Session, Secretary for the Wisconsin Department of Transportation and Wisconsin Asphalt and Pavement Association
• 8:30 AM Individual State Update Presentations, DOT and SAPA
• 10:00 AM Break
• 10:30 AM, Individual State Update Presentations, cont’d, DOT and SAPA
• 11:15 AM Federal Reauthorization, NAPA
• 12:00 PM Lunch

• 1:00 PM, Asphalt Institute Foundation, Reed Ryan, Asphalt Institute
• 1:30 PM Density Profiling System
• 2:00 PM The History of Gyratory Compaction, Phil Blankenship and Gerry Huber
• 2:45 PM Break
• 3:15 PM Airport Maintenance Technology Program - Longitudinal joint maintenance
• 3:45 PM FAA BMD Specification
• 4:15 PM Reflective Cracking Challenge, William Buttlar, University of Missouri
• 4:45 PM Closing Instructions

September 16 Evening

• 6:00 PM Special Event

September 17 Morning

• 7:00 AM Breakfast
• 8:00 AM High Polymer Modified Asphalt Binders and Mixtures: Addressing Gaps, Advancing Opportunities, Dave Johnson, Asphalt Institute
• 8:45 AM Asphalt Binder Industry Updates, Jason Wielinski, Asphalt Institute
• 9:15 AM NAPA Energy Star, Brett Williams, NAPA
• 9:45 AM Break
• 10:15 AM EPDs in the Private Sector, Brett Williams, NAPA
• 10:45 AM Asphalt Paving Handbook Update, Asphalt Institute
• 11:15 AM High Reclaimed Asphalt Pavement Mixture Strategies, Tim Aschenbrener, FHWA
• 11:45 AM Capri Update
• 12:00 PM Closing Remarks

Registration is $275.00 if registered by September 1, 2026

Registration is $300.00 if registered after September 1, 2026

• You can register and pay online with the below link. There is a payment fee that is optional. To remove the processing fee, select other from the drop-down menu and type in 0 under contribution.
• If paying with a check, register below and use discount code CHECK and press the check button to register and pay later. Submit your registration and you will receive an invoice in an email for payment.
• If you need group registration or invoice assistance, please contact Alyson at amcintyrereiger@gmail.com

1 W Dayton St, Madison, WI 53703

Welcome to Madison’s hotel. We offer our guests a special Madison experience through our distinctive customer focus and perfect location in the heart of our beautiful downtown.

Reservations are due by August 17, 2026.

Hotel Rates: $195.00

Reservation Link Below

MSN Airport

A complimentary airport shuttle is available for service between Dane County Regional Airport and the hotel. The shuttle serves all overnight guests and runs between 4:30AM and 10:30PM.

From the airport: Simply call the hotel when you are ready for pick-up. The shuttle pick-up area is across the street from baggage claim Door 5. If you arrive after 11PM, taxis are available outside Door 7. Rideshare vehicles such as Uber and Lyft also pick up at the median across the street from Door 5.

From the hotel: Please make a reservation at the front desk. The shuttle runs to the airport daily on the hour and half-hour during shuttle hours.

Consider supporting, sponsoring, and exhibiting at the NCAUPG Annual Conference. We have many sponsorship opportunities available for you to choose from. Connect your business with industry professionals in the Asphalt industry in multiple states. Click on the Sponsorship Form below and select your sponsorship or exhibit option.

For more information, contact Alyson McIntyre-Reiger (conference planner) at amcintyrereiger@gmail.com or Matt Beeson (steering committee) at mbeeson@indot.in.gov