Bitumen AC10

Bitumen AC10 refers to Asphalt Cement with a viscosity grade of 10, and is commonly used in road construction and paving, particularly for areas where greater stiffness and strength are required to support higher traffic loads or harsher environmental conditions.

• Appearance: Black solid or a viscous liquid
• Standards: ASTM D3381–09
• HS Code: 27132000

Package: Bitumen are packed in

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

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

Bitumen AC10 (ASTM D3381–09) - Technical Specifications

Main Applications Of Bitumen AC10

The main application of Bitumen AC10 is in high-traffic road construction and paving projects where stiffer asphalt is required to handle heavy loads and warmer climates. Here are the key uses:

1. Highways and Major Roads:AC10 is commonly used for highways, interstate roads, and urban roads that experience heavy traffic. Its stiffness provides the necessary durability to resist deformation from frequent vehicle loads.

2. Industrial and Commercial Areas:It is ideal for industrial pavements, such as in warehouses, factories, and loading docks, where heavy machinery or trucks frequently operate.

3. Airport Runways:AC10 is often used in airport runways and taxiways due to its ability to withstand the stress and weight of aircraft during landing and takeoff.

4. Truck Lanes and Bus Routes:For truck lanes, bus routes, or freight corridors, where high axle loads are common, AC10 ensures the pavement can endure without rutting or cracking.

5. Warm Climate Roads:In hotter climates, AC10 bitumen is favored because its higher viscosity helps it resist softening and deformation in elevated temperatures, making it suitable for roads in tropical or desert regions.

The main focus of AC10 is to provide strength and durability in situations where heavy traffic and warmer temperatures are significant factors.

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.