Abstract: Aging resistant emulsified asphalt compositions and related methods of preparing and applying the same for use in asphalt treatment and paving applications. The aging resistant emulsified asphalt compositions can include an aging resistant asphalt composition, emulsifier, and water. The resulting residue formed when the emulsified asphalt composition has cured is aging resistant and can be resistant to age-induced cracking even after simulated aging of 14 years and 21 years. Appropriate use of emulsifiers in some embodiments can further improve aging resistance in the residues.

Abstract: Aging resistant asphalt compositions and related methods of preparing and applying the same are provided. The aging resistant asphalt compositions can include a base asphalt with specified properties combined with an aging resistance additive, to produce modified asphalt compositions having a colloidal index within the range of about 3.7 to about 8.0, a saturates content of less than about 10% by weight, and measurable age-resistant properties. The aging resistant asphalt compositions are useable in a variety of asphalt paving and non-paving applications. The aging resistant asphalt compositions provide improved resistance to both moderate and low failure temperatures of conventional paving asphalts throughout its service life by reducing age-related failures.

Abstract: A method of applying building a pavement structure using a polymer modified hot-applied tack coat is disclosed. This polymer modified tack coat is non-adhesive at ambient temperatures, and, thus, also non tracking. The tack is applied while hot, but cools quickly. The subsequent application of hot mix asphalt results in a superior bond between the asphalt layer and the tack layer. It is particularly well suited to bonded friction course applications since it removes the necessity of specialized spray paving machinery and allows the use of conventional asphalt distributors and pavers.

Abstract: A method of applying building a pavement structure using a polymer modified hot-applied tack coat is disclosed. This polymer modified tack coat is non-adhesive at ambient temperatures, and, thus, also non tracking. The tack is applied while hot, but cools quickly. The subsequent application of hot mix asphalt results in a superior bond between the asphalt layer and the tack layer. It is particularly well suited to bonded friction course applications since it removes the necessity of specialized spray paving machinery and allows the use of conventional asphalt distributors and pavers.

Abstract: A method of applying building a pavement structure using a polymer modified hot-applied tack coat is disclosed. This polymer modified tack coat is non-adhesive at ambient temperatures, and, thus, also non tracking. The tack is applied while hot, but cools quickly. The subsequent application of hot mix asphalt results in a superior bond between the asphalt layer and the tack layer. It is particularly well suited to bonded friction course applications since it removes the necessity of specialized spray paving machinery and allows the use of conventional asphalt distributors and pavers.

Abstract: Aging resistant emulsified asphalt compositions and related methods of preparing and applying the same for use in asphalt treatment and paving applications. The aging resistant emulsified asphalt compositions can include an aging resistant asphalt composition, emulsifier, and water. The resulting residue formed when the emulsified asphalt composition has cured is aging resistant and can be resistant to age-induced cracking even after simulated aging of 14 years and 21 years. Appropriate use of emulsifiers in some embodiments can further improve aging resistance in the residues.

Abstract: Aging resistant asphalt compositions and related methods of preparing and applying the same are provided. The aging resistant asphalt compositions can include a base asphalt with specified properties combined with an aging resistance additive, to produce modified asphalt compositions having a colloidal index within the range of about 3.7 to about 8.0, a saturates content of less than about 10% by weight, and measurable age-resistant properties. The aging resistant asphalt compositions are useable in a variety of asphalt paving and non-paving applications. The aging resistant asphalt compositions provide improved resistance to both moderate and low failure temperatures of conventional paving asphalts throughout its service life by reducing age-related failures.

Abstract: A system for preventing the evaporation of liquids from tack coat by sealing the testing pad inside an enclosure immediately after the tack coat is applied comprising a sealed enclosure and testing pad. The weight of the testing pad before and after tack coat application is used to calculate the calibration rate of the tack coat. Thus, by sealing the liquids inside the enclosure, the proper second weight of the testing pad is obtained resulting in an accurate calibration rate and application of tack coat on asphalt. The system further includes affixing a weighted material to the testing pad prior to placing the testing pad on asphalt and spraying the tack coat during asphalt calibration to remove the need to tape the testing pad and prevent shrinkage and movement of the testing pad during application of the tack coat.

Abstract: We disclose a method of making an asphalt composition containing large quantities of ground tire rubber. Over 20% GTR by weight can be used in the asphalt composition without the GTR settling out. The method comprises a series of heating and blending and using a GTR stabilizer.

Abstract: A method of applying building a pavement structure using a polymer modified hot-applied tack coat is disclosed. This polymer modified tack coat is non-adhesive at ambient temperatures, and, thus, also non tracking. The tack is applied while hot, but cools quickly. The subsequent application of hot mix asphalt results in a superior bond between the asphalt layer and the tack layer. It is particularly well suited to bonded friction course applications since it removes the necessity of specialized spray paving machinery and allows the use of conventional asphalt distributors and pavers.