Bitumen VG20

Bitumen VG20 is best suited for road construction and maintenance in warmer climates or areas with moderate temperatures, where higher viscosity is required for durability and load resistance.

• Appearance: Black solid or a viscous liquid
• Standards: IS 73:2013
• HS Code: 27132000

Package: Bitumen are packed in

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

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

Bitumen VG20 (IS 73:2013) - Technical Specifications

Main Applications Of Bitumen VG20

The main applications of Bitumen VG20 are primarily in road construction and waterproofing, particularly in regions with moderate temperatures. Here are its key uses:

1. Road Construction in Moderate Climates:VG20 bitumen is commonly used for paving roads in regions that experience warmer or moderate climates. Its higher viscosity allows it to perform well in environments where the temperature is higher than what VG10 can handle.

2. Surface Dressing:VG20 is ideal for surface dressing of roads. Surface dressing involves applying a layer of bitumen on the road surface, followed by stone chippings, which provides better skid resistance and protects the road from weather damage.

3. Bituminous Mixes for Roads and Highways:VG20 is used in bituminous concrete mixes for the construction of roads, highways, and airfields. These mixes are designed to be durable and resilient under traffic loads, offering longevity to the road surface.

4. Maintenance of Roads and Highways:It is also widely used for road repair and maintenance works, including pothole patching and crack sealing, especially in warmer areas where softer bitumen might degrade quickly.

5. Waterproofing and Damp-Proofing:VG20 bitumen can be applied as a primer in waterproofing applications or to create damp-proof coatings on concrete surfaces, offering excellent adhesive and sealing properties.

6. Flexible Pavements:Bitumen VG20 is used in flexible pavement construction, which allows the road to withstand heavy traffic while remaining resilient to temperature changes and loads.

Bitumen VG20 is primarily used in the construction and maintenance of roads, particularly in moderate to warm climates, and is also used in waterproofing and surface dressing applications.

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.