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Asphalt Mix Design Methods Compared: Hveem, Marshall, Superpave, and BMD

October 05, 2023

<div><a href="/blog/types-of-asphalt-mix-design"><img loading="lazy" src="/Content/Images/uploaded/blog/2023/october/asphalt-mix-design-article.jpg" alt="Asphalt Mix Design Article" style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; width: 100%; max-width: 715px;" /> </a></div><p>The list of essential ingredients for hot mix asphalt is exceedingly short for a composite material with such complex characteristics: asphaltic cement and mineral aggregates. Modern, flexible pavements with different mix designs are simply variations in the properties and ratios of the essential ingredients and adjustments to temperatures, handling, and placement methods. This article is an overview of past and present asphalt mix design methods and equipment, including Hveem, Marshall, Superpave, and Balanced Mix Design (BMD).</p>

Tags: Testing Insights , Equipment Selection Guide , Asphalt Testing , Asphalt , Asphalt Mix Design , Pavement Design

Marshall Test Method: Everything You Need to Know

November 06, 2019

<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="/blog/asphalt-marshall-test-method"><img loading="lazy" src="/Content/Images/uploaded/blog/2019/november/marshall-test-method.jpg" alt="Marshall Test Method: Everything You Need to Know" width="100%" max-width:="" 715px="" /> </a></div><p>Maximum strength with minimum deformation. Get an in-depth look at how the Marshall method is used to attain optimum asphalt content.</p>

Tags: Asphalt Mix Design , Asphalt Testing , Testing Insights , Marshall Stability , Marshall Testing , Marshall Compactor , Marshall Breaking Head , Resource Guide

What is Superpave? Understanding Performance-Based Asphalt

October 17, 2019

<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="/blog/superpave-mix-design-method-resource"><img loading="lazy" src="/Content/Images/uploaded/blog/2019/october/superpave-blog-hero.jpg" alt="Aggregate Properties You Need to Know, Part 2: Shape, Size & Specific Gravity" width="100%" max-width:="" 715px="" /> </a></div><p>Superpave’s origins came from simple questions that ballooned into complex, numerous offshoots as time passed and funding permitted. In this blog post, we discuss the impact of Superpave from the perspective of mix design, construction materials testing, and equipment for the lab.</p>

Tags: Asphalt Mix Design , Asphalt Testing , Superpave , Testing Insights

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Gilson Asphalt Content Furnace: A Step-by-Step Maintenance Guide

October 12, 2016

<div><a href="/blog/gilson-asphalt-content-furnace-a-step-by-step-maintenance-guide"><img src="/Content/Images/uploaded/blog/asphalt/gilson-asphalt-content-furnace-a-step-by-step-maintenance-guide.jpg" alt="Gilson Asphalt Content Furnace: A Step-by-Step Maintenance Guide" style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; width: 100%; max-width: 715px;" /></a></div><p>In order to ensure that your Gilson Asphalt Content Furnace operates smoothly for many years, we’ve outlined some maintenance procedures and tips to follow.</p>

Tags: Asphalt Testing , Asphalt Content , DIY , Maintenance , How-To , Hot Mix Asphalt , HMA , Asphalt Mix Design , Ignition Furnace , Ignition Oven , Pavement Design

NCAT Asphalt Content Furnace: A Step-by-Step Maintenance Guide

August 30, 2016

<div><a href="/blog/ncat-asphalt-content-furnace-a-step-by-step-guide"><img loading="lazy" src="/Content/Images/uploaded/blog/2016/august/ncat-furnace-maintenance-tips715x515.jpg" alt="NCAT Asphalt Content Furnace : A Step-by-Step Guide" style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; width: 100%; max-width: 715px;" /> </a></div><p>When using your NCAT furnace, it’s important to follow some basic weekly maintenance procedures. In this blog post, we’ll provide an easy step-by-step guide, complete with a list of do’s, don’ts, and maintenance help for the NCAT.</p>

Tags: Asphalt Content , Asphalt Testing , How-To , DIY , Maintenance , Asphalt Mix Design , Hot Mix Asphalt , HMA , Ignition Furnace , Ignition Oven , Pavement Design

Asphalt Content Testing: Solvent Extraction vs Ignition Furnace (Infographic)

August 21, 2015

<div><a href="/blog/asphalt-content-testing-solvent-extraction-vs-ignition-furnace-infographic"><img loading="lazy" src="/Content/Images/uploaded/blog/2015/august/extractors-hero.jpg" alt="Solvent Extraction vs. Furnace Ignition" width="100%" max-width:="" 715px="" /> </a></div><p>Comparing the pros and cons of solvent extraction vs. the furnace ignition method for asphalt content testing will help you select the best procedure for your application.</p>

Tags: Solvent Extraction , Ignition Furnace , Infographic , Ignition Oven , Asphalt Binder Testing , Asphalt Content , Asphalt Mix Design , Hot Mix Asphalt , HMA , Asphalt Testing , Asphalt , Resource Guide , Equipment Selection Guide , Centrifuge Extractor , Comparison Guide , Pavement Design