Bitumen 70/100

Bitumen 70/100 is a versatile bitumen grade, commonly used in road construction, maintenance, and various industrial applications. Its balance of flexibility and strength makes it ideal for use in moderate climates, where it provides durable and long-lasting pavements that can handle both traffic loads and environmental changes.

• Appearance: Black solid or a viscous liquid
• Standards: BS EN 12591
• HS Code: 27132000

Package: Bitumen are packed in

• New Steel Drums of 200Kg / 180Kg / 156Kg / Customized
• Jumbo Bags of 1Ton
• Bulk Bitumen Tank Container

• TDS Technical Data Sheet - EN (English)
• SDS Safety Data Sheet - EN (English)

Bitumen 70/100 (EN Standards) - Technical Specifications

Main Applications Of Bitumen 70/100

The main application of Bitumen 70/100 is in road construction and maintenance. This grade of bitumen is particularly well-suited for creating flexible and durable pavements that can withstand moderate traffic loads and varying climatic conditions.

1. Road Construction:
   

   Highways and Urban Roads: Bitumen 70/100 is widely used in the construction of highways, urban roads, and streets. Its flexibility helps in accommodating moderate traffic loads while providing durability to the pavement structure.

   Pavement Layers: It is used in various layers of the road pavement, such as base, binder, and surface courses, ensuring the overall stability and longevity of the road.

2. Surface Dressing:
   

   Road Maintenance: Bitumen 70/100 is applied in surface dressing, a technique used to prolong the life of roads. A layer of bitumen is sprayed onto the road surface and covered with aggregate to improve skid resistance, protect the underlying layers, and seal the surface against water ingress.

3. Asphalt Production:
   

   Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA): This bitumen grade is a common binder in hot mix asphalt, used for producing asphalt concrete for road surfaces. It provides the right balance of workability during mixing and laying, along with long-term performance in service.

   Warm Mix Asphalt (WMA): Bitumen 70/100 is also used in warm mix asphalt, which is produced at lower temperatures than hot mix asphalt, reducing energy consumption and emissions during the production process.

4. Industrial Uses:
   

   Waterproofing and Roofing: Bitumen 70/100 is also employed in industrial applications such as waterproofing, roofing membranes, and bituminous adhesives. Its properties make it suitable for applications that require resistance to weathering and water.

5. Pavements in Moderate Climates:
   

   Seasonal Temperature Variations: This bitumen grade is ideal for use in regions with moderate climate variations. It can handle the expansion and contraction caused by temperature changes without significant cracking or deformation, making it a reliable choice for road surfaces in such environments.

Bitumen 70/100 is primarily used in road construction and maintenance, where its balance of flexibility and strength makes it ideal for highways, urban roads, and other paved surfaces subject to moderate traffic. Additionally, it is used in surface dressing, asphalt production, and various industrial applications, making it a versatile material in the construction industry.

Various Packing Method for Bitumen

Packing bitumen is an essential process to ensure its safe transportation, storage, and handling. The method of packing often depends on the type of bitumen, the transportation method, and the end-use. Here are the various methods used to pack bitumen:

Drum Packing

Bitumen is commonly packed in steel drums, which are robust and provide good protection during transportation.

Jumbo Packing

Bitumen is packed in high-density polyethylene (HDPE) bags and are lined with a plastic bag to prevent leakage.

Tanker Vessel

Bitumen can be transported in bulk using specially designed tankers equipped with heating systems to maintain the bitumen in a molten state.

Tank Container

These are large, insulated containers used for the international transport of bitumen.