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ASPHALT PRIME COAT [1 record]

Record 1 2016-05-24

English

Subject field(s)
  • Road Construction Materials
DEF

Application of low-viscosity liquid asphalts to an absorbent surface.

CONT

Types of asphalt surface treatments include single surface treatment, multiple surface treatment, seal coat, prime coat, tack coat, dust laying, road oiling ....

OBS

Prime penetrates into the base and plugs the voids, hardens the top, and helps to bind it to the overlying asphalt course. Also reduces the necessity of maintaining an untreated base course prior to placing the asphalt pavement.... Used to prepare an untreated base for an asphalt surface.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Matériaux de constr. (Voies de circulation)
OBS

OACI Aéro

Spanish

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