The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PTC) is laying the groundwork—literally—for a smarter, more connected future. At the heart of this transformation is the construction of a 325-mile fiber optic broadband network designed to enhance communications, support automated tolling, and prepare for connected and autonomous vehicles. But building that kind of infrastructure across one of the nation’s busiest toll roads is no small feat.
Enter SAFETRACK® MTI.
Developed by GCP and championed by Technical Manager Greg Laugeni, SAFETRACK® MTI is a micro-trench infill system that’s helping contractors like Kokosing Construction and Swank Construction deliver on time and with minimal disruption to traffic. The material’s rapid cure time—less than 30 minutes in most conditions—means roads can be reopened quickly, even during Pennsylvania’s unpredictable weather.
The system’s flexibility and durability are key. It bonds stronger than asphalt, resists freeze-thaw cycles, and can be applied in a wide range of temperatures. That’s allowed the PTC to extend its construction season and keep the project on track—even ahead of schedule.
But the impact goes beyond the road. By extending fiber through rural areas, the project is helping to close the region’s digital divide, bringing high-speed internet to underserved communities.
Want to hear more about the technology and strategy behind this groundbreaking project? Tune into the https://informedinfrastructure.com/100610/podcast-with-greg-laugeni-technical-manager-at-gcp/ for an inside look at how SAFETRACK® MTI is reshaping infrastructure delivery.
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Last Updated: 2025-08-28
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