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13 Feb 2024

What is Gilsonite ?

Gilsonite, a natural bitumen extractable in lump form from mines with varying ash content, finds applications in diverse industries. Primary uses of gilsonite include road construction, drilling mud, and the…
07 Jan 2024

Bitumen Application and Uses

Asphalt, a common sight on our roads and streets, has become the backbone of modern infrastructure development. The use of asphalt in road construction is not merely a matter of…
14 Dec 2023

What is Cutback Bitumen?

Cutback bitumen refers to a group of binders created by blending penetration grade bitumen with a hydrocarbon solvent, such as paraffin or mineral turpentine. The blending process involves mixing these…
14 Dec 2023

Viscosity Grade of Bitumen

Bitumen undergoes a viscosity test that results in its classification into various grades, such as VG10, VG20, VG30, and VG40. In the viscosity grading system, higher numbers indicate harder bitumen.…
23 Nov 2023

Penetration Test for Bitumen

The penetration test assesses the consistency and stability of pure bitumen, oxidized bitumen (blown bitumen), and the residue of emulsion bitumen. However, this test is not suitable for very soft…
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