Asphalt pavements are a vital part of our infrastructure, but traditional asphalt production methods can have a negative impact on the environment. There has been a growing interest in using reclaimed asphalt pavement (RAP) to reduce the environmental footprint of asphalt production. Activate by BioSpan is a revolutionary new product that can help contractors use more RAP in their asphalt mixes while maintaining or even improving performance.
How Does Activate by BioSpan Work?
Activate® Reclaimed Asphalt Pavement Millings Restoration Agent is a liquid additive that is mixed directly with 100% RAP. There is no need for additional virgin materials. Activate works by rejuvenating the properties of the aged asphalt binder through agricultural oil derivatives. Activate also introduces polymer technology to improve bond and ductility. This can result in significant environmental benefits, including:
Reduced greenhouse gas emissions: Asphalt production is a major source of greenhouse gases, including carbon dioxide and methane. By using more RAP, contractors can eliminate the amount of new asphalt that is needed and the amount of greenhouse gases that are emitted.
Reduced energy consumption: Asphalt production is energy-intensive. Activate is an ambient temperature process that does not require heat. By recycling more RAP with Activate, contractors can eliminate energy waste.
Reduced waste: Asphalt production generates a significant amount of waste, including old asphalt shingles and pavement millings. By using more RAP, contractors can reduce the amount of waste that is sent to landfills and put those piles of trash to good use.
Activate by BioSpan is a revolutionary new product that can help contractors use more RAP in their asphalt mixes while maintaining or even improving performance. This can result in significant environmental benefits, including reduced greenhouse gas emissions, reduced energy consumption, and reduced waste.