Bituminous surface treatment (BST), also known as chip seal, is a cost-effective method of preserving and maintaining roads. It involves the application of a thin layer of asphalt emulsion, followed by a layer of aggregate (gravel, slag, or crushed...
Bituminous surface treatment, also known as BST or chip seal, is a cost-effective method of preserving and maintaining roads. It involves the application of a thin layer of asphalt emulsion, followed by a layer of aggregate (gravel, slag, or...
Bitumen is a versatile and widely used material in road construction. It is a thick, black, or dark brown material that is derived from crude oil and is used as a binding agent in the construction of roads and...
Microsurfacing is a pavement preservation technique that is used to extend the life of existing roads. It is a thin layer of asphalt emulsion mixed with fine aggregate, fillers, and water, which is applied to the surface of the...
What is microsurfacing in India? A polymer infused cold application pavement method is used to enhance pavements and assure their upkeep. The technique employs high-quality equipment to provide a long-lasting, never-before-seen pavement. This approach is created and applied to...
When compared to other asphalt maintenance procedures, micro surfacing comes out on top, hence it is generally agreed that this is the best form of preventative maintenance for roads. Waterproofing and skid resistance capabilities are added bonuses. It is...
One would hope that the road conditions would be satisfactory when driving, so as to avoid any unpleasant surprises. However, roads aren’t always well-maintained, and occasionally deterioration and poor conditions result from circumstances beyond human control, such as severe...
This article takes a look at some of the challenges that are faced by engineers and managers who are attempting to implement suitable and inexpensive maintenance on rural roads in developing countries like India. We investigate the operational arrangement...
Seal coatings are one of several treatments used to preserve asphalt pavements, with chip seals being the most frequent. Chip seals are not the greatest surface treatment option in some applications, such as places with frequent or high-stress turning...
A cold planer, pavement planer, pavement recycler, or roto-mill is a type of construction machine used by road milling companies to remove bituminous pavement or asphalt concrete from highways. The end product is a somewhat rough but level surface...