What are the organic substances in the production of warm asphalt? Please explain with reference
What are the organic substances in the production of warm asphalt? Please explain with reference
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What are the organic substances in the production of warm asphalt? Please explain with reference.
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Warm mix Asphalt is a type of asphalt whose production and application is done at a temperature of around 20 to 40°C lower than equivalent (HMA) hot mix asphalt.
Energy consumption of WMA is less than HMA, less odour emissions and better environment for workers.
The most accepted techniques for production of warm mix asphalt are:- Organic additives and chemical additives.
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