Blacklidge Emulsions, Inc.

06/24/2026

Texas expansion. Yetis. Always the Better Road.

Those aren't three things you would normally expect to hear in the same conversation, but they were all topics discussed when Blacklidge President Brit Blacklidge recently joined the *Gone to Texas* podcast, the official podcast of the Texas Economic Development.

The conversation explored why Blacklidge made a long-term investment in Texas, what makes the Texas asphalt industry unique, and how our commitment to quality continues to shape the products we bring to market.

One of the themes throughout the discussion was doing things the right way—even when it's not the easiest way.

As Brit shared:
"Texas is a great market ... The customers like to do it right."

That mindset aligns perfectly with what Always the Better Road means at Blacklidge. It's why we've always focused on building products that lead the industry rather than simply compete on price.

And as Brit put it:
"We're sort of like the Yeti in the asphalt emulsion business. Our product is not the cheapest, but it's the best."

Building better roads isn't about finding the lowest-cost solution. It's about delivering products, service, and innovation that customers can rely on mile after mile.

Thank you to the *Gone to Texas* podcast for the opportunity to discuss our expansion, innovation, and what Always the Better Road means to Blacklidge.

🎧 Listen to the full episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gone-to-texas/id1550542686?i=1000752877413

👀 Watch the episode: https://youtu.be/JXDF7ADo68A?si=-1IE3KoAt0BGvybF

06/11/2026

Please join us in officially welcoming Kevin Braun as our Logistics Manager!

Kevin brings more than 15 years of leadership experience in operations management, logistics, customer service, and business development across the energy, telecommunications, and service industries.

Since joining Blacklidge, Kevin has been leading our logistics and transportation operations, supporting our continued growth while helping ensure the reliable service our customers have come to expect.

Outside of work, Kevin enjoys traveling with his family, fishing, and cooking barbecue.

With the recent additions of a Fleet Manager and a Logistics Manager, Blacklidge continues to strengthen the team behind our growing transportation operations.

We’re excited to have him on board!

05/27/2026

No, we didn’t forget to pick a winner for the Trackless Tack Challenge.

Between paving season starting, Asphalt Day, and some other exciting things happening around Blacklidge (see our recent posts), we’ve been busy. Plus, we’ve had some great submissions from our paving community, so we decided to keep the Trackless Tack Challenge rolling—but we’re shaking things up.

We want to keep seeing it in the real world, but we’re adding more ways for you to show us.

Now you can submit:
⚫ Fresh tack applications
⚫ Trucks or rollers crossing tack
⚫ Your crew in action with non-tracking tack
⚫ Your clean distributor set up
⚫ Your perfect distributor spray
⚫ Your cleanest tack line
⚫ Funniest “non-tracking” submission
⚫ Or submit one or some of your non-tracking tack coat best practices

Bonus points for:
⚫ A Blacklidge product in the field
⚫ Touch tests (after the product has cooled, of course)

We’ll be featuring submissions throughout the summer and selecting:
🏆 One grand prize winner
🏆 Weekly spotlight winners (win a hat, shirt, or maybe even a new product trial)

Drop your photos, videos, or stories in the comments.

05/26/2026

We’re Hiring at Blacklidge!

Blacklidge is looking for OTR Class A CDL Truck Drivers to join our growing team. If you’re ready for competitive pay, strong benefits, and a company built on performance and reliability, we want to hear from you!

Apply today through our Career Portal:

blacklidgeemulsions.apscareerportal.com/account

05/25/2026

🇺🇸 This Memorial Day, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

Their courage, dedication, and selflessness paved the road to the freedoms we enjoy every day. From all of us at Blacklidge, we extend our deepest gratitude to the fallen heroes and their families.

Today, we remember. We honor. We never forget.

05/18/2026

🎉 Please join us in welcoming Matt Gertz as our new Fleet Manager!

Matt brings a strong background in leadership and operations, along with a passion for developing people and driving excellence. He’ll be leading our fleet performance, maintenance, and growth moving forward.

Matt is based out of our Gulfport Corporate Office, so feel free to reach out or stop by and introduce yourself.

We’re excited to have him on board!

05/15/2026

It’s Asphalt Day — and what a great excuse to celebrate asphalt.

Most people think about roads when they think about asphalt. And they should. Asphalt keeps our communities connected, supports commerce, and helps millions of people safely get where they need to go.

But Asphalt Day also recognizes the parts of the industry many people don’t see:
⚫ Asphalt emulsions that help bond pavement layers together through tack coats
⚫ Preservation technologies that help roads last longer
⚫ Roofing materials that help protect homes and buildings
⚫ Researchers and developers who work to innovate and help asphalt perform under harsh conditions
⚫ The engineers, technicians, contractors, and crews working around the clock to keep up with the industry’s needs

At Blacklidge, we’re proud to be part of that story. Our asphalt emulsion technologies are designed to improve bonding, preserve pavement, and support longer-lasting roads.

The Blacklidge team celebrated today by sharing donuts and beignets with team members and customers as a small token of appreciation for the partnerships and hard work that help keep our industry moving forward.

So today, let’s celebrate the entire asphalt industry — preferably with donuts, like we did — and everyone helping keep our world connected and moving forward.

Happy Asphalt Day. 🖤

05/11/2026

Blacklidge is proud to sponsor the 2026 Home of Grace Golf Classic — and we’ll have a team out on the course, too.

This tournament is about more than a good round of golf. It’s about coming together as a community to support the life-changing work Home of Grace is doing for men and women across the Gulf Coast.

We believe strong communities are built the same way strong roads are — through a solid foundation, support from others, and people willing to invest in something bigger than themselves. We’re grateful for organizations like Home of Grace that are helping people find hope, restoration, and a fresh start.

If you’ve been thinking about signing up to play or sponsoring, we’d encourage you to do so. You’ll enjoy a great day on the course while supporting an even greater mission.

We will see you at The Preserve Golf Club on June 12th.

Register here: https://homeofgrace.org/golf

⛳️ 2026 Home of Grace Golf Classic ⛳️
Registration open: https://homeofgrace.org/golf

Mark your calendars for Friday, June 12, 2026 at The Preserve Golf Club!

Join us for a day on the course that goes beyond golf—it’s about changing lives. Every swing, every team, and every sponsor helps support men and women on their journey to recovery through Home of Grace.
🏌️‍♂️ Two shotgun starts (morning & afternoon)
🍽️ Lunch included
🎁 Great prizes & player gifts
Whether you’re playing, sponsoring, or supporting, you’re making a real impact right here on the Gulf Coast.

👉 Register / View details: https://homeofgrace.org/golf
Let’s help those who need a mulligan in life. 💚

05/08/2026

Members of the Blacklidge team recently had the opportunity to tour the Texas Asphalt Pavement Association (TXAPA) facility and discuss future partnership opportunities focused on strengthening industry knowledge and supporting quality road construction across Texas.

One of the biggest takeaways from the visit was the industry’s growing need for education around the fundamentals of paving and proper tack coat application — especially as experienced workforce members retire and new crews enter the field.

We were also excited to learn more about TXAPA’s training facility and their partnership with TXDOT to support workforce development and hands-on industry training initiatives.

The conversation reinforced something we strongly believe at Blacklidge: building better roads takes collaboration, innovation, continuous learning, and a commitment to doing things the right way.

Visit the link in our bio to learn more about our commitment to performance, education, and innovation.

04/30/2026

Don't forget about our non-tracking tack challenge...

We’ve already had some solid submissions come in—but we know there’s more out there. 👀

Drop your photo or video in the comments, or send us a DM showing your tack staying put.

If you haven’t entered yet, there’s still time.
We’ll be picking a winner in one week.

PRIZE: Everyone who submits will be entered to win a Turtlebox Ranger.
BONUS: Show us Blacklidge’s non-tracking tack—or go all in and roll on it—and we’ll enter your name a second time.

💬 Question for the field:
What’s one thing you wish tack coats did better?