Dive into the asphalt industry, a critical sector underpinning
infrastructure development worldwide. Known for its durability and
versatility, asphalt is primarily used in road construction and
maintenance, offering solutions for driveways, parking lots, and airport
runways. This industry not only focuses on the production and laying of
asphalt but also emphasizes sustainable practices, recycling, and
innovative technologies to enhance performance and environmental
compatibility. Explore the facets of asphalt production, application,
and the push towards eco-friendly alternatives.
Asphalt Testing and Research Services
Contract Laboratory can help you with all your Asphalt testing, analysis, scientific research and development, inspection, certification, engineering, failure investigation, and product development needs including:
Viscosity Testing: Measuring the fluid properties of asphalt to ensure it meets specifications for its intended use
Penetration Testing: Assessing the hardness or softness of asphalt by measuring how deeply a standard object penetrates it
Softening Point Test: Determining the temperature at which asphalt becomes pliable
indicating its performance in varying climates
Marshall Test: Evaluating the asphalt's stability
flow
and density to ensure it can withstand traffic loads and environmental conditions
Water Sensitivity Test: Assessing the asphalt's resistance to water-induced damage
crucial for longevity and durability
Type of Asphalt Products
Contract Laboratory can assist your company, academic institution, government agency or organization in outsourcing contract laboratories to perform testing, analysis, and product development for many Asphalt finished products, processes, systems, in-process materials, raw materials and components such as:
Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA): The most common form used for roadways and outdoor surfaces
known for its durability and resistance to deformation
Cold Mix Asphalt: Used for patching and low-traffic roads
it can be applied at lower temperatures than HMA
Polymer-Modified Asphalt: Enhanced with polymers for improved performance in high-stress applications
offering better durability and flexibility
Asphalt Emulsions: Water-based mixtures used for surface treatments
maintenance
and in cold mix applications
Recycled Asphalt Pavement (RAP): Utilizing reclaimed asphalt materials in new mixtures to promote sustainability and reduce waste
Asphalt Test Methods and Standards
Contract Laboratory can help with testing, analysis, assays, evaluations, examinations, inspections and certifications to different Asphalt test methods, standards, procedures or specifications.
JIS K 2207:1996 - Petroleum asphalts
JIS K 2208:2000 - Asphalt emulsion
BS 3416 - Specification for bitumen-based coatings for cold application, suitable for use in contact with potable water.
AASHTO M-140 - Standard Specification for Emulsified Asphalt
AASHTO T-391 - Standard Method of Test for Estimating Fatigue Resistance of Asphalt Binders Using the Linear Amplitude Sweep
AASHTO T 287 - Standard Method of Test for Asphalt Binder Content of Asphalt Mixtures by the Nuclear Method
AASHTO M-320 - Standard Specification for Performance-Graded Asphalt Binder
ASTM D6155-19 - Standard Specification for Nontraditional Coarse Aggregates for Asphalt Paving Mixtures
ASTM D242 - Standard Specification for Mineral Filler for Asphalt Mixtures
ASTM D692 - Standard Specification for Coarse Aggregate for Asphalt Paving Mixtures
ASTM D5106-22 - Standard Specification for Steel Slag Aggregates for Asphalt Paving Mixtures
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