Benefits of Using Asphalt for Paving
Asphalt is a mixture of aggregates, bitumen and filler, used for constructing and maintaining roads, parking areas, ports and airport runways among others. There are various benefits to using asphalt for paving: 1. Smoothness / Ride Quality Asphalt mixes provide a smoother pavement surface, thus reducing damages to the surface....
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Hot Mix Asphalt Vs & Warm Mix Asphalt
The main difference between hot mix asphalt and warm mix asphalt is how they're made. Hot mix asphalt (HMA) is heated up to around 300 degrees Fahrenheit in a special oven to help reduce the curing time on the road. Warm mix asphalt (WMA) uses a process called "adhesive bonding"...
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4 ways for Road Dust Control
Paved roads are preferred because of its numerous benefits such as smoother rides and longer life. However, converting an unpaved road to a paved road involves huge costs, due to which efforts are made to maintain the condition of the unpaved roads, especially in areas with low traffic. The unpaved...
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Dust Control Techniques for Low Volume Roads
Low Volume Roads comprise of more than 50% of the total road network. They generally serve as access-ways, with majority of the developing nations using it for commercial transportation of people and goods. With these low volume roads, come the dust and the need to reduce/eliminate them. Controlling the dust...
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