Advantages:
1. Bitumen enhancer will make the total
asphalt surface 100% water proof compared to the
present same surface which allows up to 15% moisture.
2. 30% volume wise savings (30% more aggregate can
be coated with same) by the same quantity of bitumen.
3. Due to the surface becoming water proof, no cracks
or damage to the surface will take place.
4. The chemical will have more strength with period
of time which enables the surface to resist against
rougher environment.
5. The increase of the temperature tolerance to
minus 22° C to plus 82° C will further enhance
the durability of the surface.
6. The 10 mm un-coated aggregate not being used
will further make savings on the road building cost.
7. If any weakness is there on the base on which
the bitumen mixture is applied, the same will not
be exposed to the moisture or water since the asphalt
mixture is 100% water proof.
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