Bitumen Emulsion is a type of bitumen where bitumen particles are suspended in water and stabilized with emulsifying agents. These bitumens can be used at low temperatures, are environmentally friendly, and are widely used in road construction projects, surface dressings, and road maintenance for the following purposes:
|
Emulsion Type |
Category |
Main Application |
|---|---|---|
|
RS (Rapid Setting) |
Rapid Setting |
For surface dressings and rapid patching |
|
MS (Medium Setting) |
Medium Setting |
For cold mix asphalt and soil stabilization |
|
SS (Slow Setting) |
Slow Setting |
For prime coat, seal coat, and surface penetration |
|
Feature |
Unit |
Range |
|---|---|---|
|
Viscosity @25°C |
sec |
40-100 |
|
Storage Stability (24h) |
% |
<1.0 |
|
Residue after Evaporation |
% |
>60 |
|
Residue Penetration @25°C |
0.1 mm |
100-200 |
|
Ductility |
cm |
>50 |
|
Flash Point |
°C |
>230 |
