PG Bitumen 70-16

PG Bitumen 70-16 Description

The performance grade PG 70-16 bitumen is developed for those regions that have a temperate climatic condition, and the temperature and traffic load show mid-intensity variation. The bitumen shall exhibit balanced performance through the combined flexibility and stiffness for long-lasting pavement durability. The high elasticity of this bitumen grade prevents the pavement from cracking at low temperatures, while high resistance to rutting gives stability to the pavement under moderate volumes of traffic and high temperatures.

Due to the specific properties, PG 70-16 is recommended for road constructions in zones that do not show extreme climatic conditions but have seasonal temperature differences. This bitumen grade is ideal for pavements with medium-intensity traffic that comes fairly regularly, such as in city roads, secondary highways, and commercial places.

Over time, PG 70-16 bitumen roads show excellent resistance to consolidations due to both environmental stress and traffic load in good time. Its ability to retain structural integrity with minimum deformation under thermal and mechanical stresses makes it very reliable for long-term service performances in the infrastructure projects.

Application of PG Bitumen 70-16

PG 70-16 bitumen is a versatile material widely used in road construction and paving projects, particularly in regions with moderate climates and medium-intensity traffic conditions. Below are the major areas of its use:

Roads and Streets of Urban Areas

PG 70-16 is usually used in urban roadway construction that receives normal traffic without being subjected to extreme weather conditions. Its balanced flexibility and stiffness will last long and hence reduce the maintenance cost of city infrastructure.

Secondary Highways

This grade is suitable for secondary highways where traffic volumes and loads are moderate. Its ability to resist rutting under elevated temperatures and cracking at lower temperatures ensures smooth and stable driving conditions over time.

Parking Lots and Commercial Zones

The resistance to deformation, along with PG 70-16’s durability and moderate cost, makes the mixture suitable for parking lots and commercial areas where vehicles exert frequent but moderate loads. The mixture helps the surface to remain even under repeated stress.

Climate-Specific Projects

PG 70-16 will be the most suitable for areas that have an average temperature and are not very fluctuating. In regions with less seasonal variation, it can serve better, keeping the pavements intact from very hot summers to mild winters.

Residential and Suburban Areas

Being rather economical, PG 70-16 is found on residential streets and in suburban subdivisions to handle the moderate conditions of wear and tear by local traffic.

performance of current pavement by improving its status. Compatibility with an extremely variable supply of aggregates with good durability against moderate conditions explains this PG usage particularly in rehabilitation efforts.

Packing of PG Bitumen 70-16

Performance Grade PG 70-16 bitumen is available in various packing options to suit diverse needs, including bulk transport in insulated tankers for large-scale projects, steel drums (150-220 liters) for medium-sized projects and export purposes, and eco-friendly polybags (25-50 kg) for smaller, portable applications.

Bulk transport ensures that the material is cost-effective and its optimum state is maintained during transportation, while drums offer convenience in storage and handling. These carry lightweight and spill-resistant solutions for remote or smaller projects. Versatile packaging methods ensure safe deliveries and preservation of bitumen quality across different project scales.

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