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Bitumen softeners can help lower the viscosity of an asphalt mix, improving flexibility and adhesion that can lead to the production of more durable surfaces. NuMIXER® is an all-natural blend of green, prime bio-based oils designed to enhance the bitumen properties in roofing and paving applications. It is used to enhance polymer and crumb rubber compatibility and dispersion, reduce and manage viscosity, and improve low temperature properties, leading to long-term durability and better performance. NuMIXER is an environmentally friendly product, with very low odor, no VOC and safe for workers and is compatible with a wide range of bitumens.

The Role of Bitumen Softeners in Roofing Compounds

Roofing materials must balance durability, flexibility, adhesion, and processability to perform reliably across changing temperatures and weather conditions. Bitumen remains a key component in roofing products because of its waterproofing properties and versatility. However, the characteristics of the base bitumen and the frequently varying quality of incoming bitumen can make formulation and processing challenging. Asphalt additives known as bitumen softeners can help formulators address some of these challenges. Softeners can make it easier to [...]

Sustainable Bitumen Additives to Extend Asphalt Lifespan

Sustainability may be one of the defining priorities in pavement and roofing construction. Governments, producers, contractors, and asset owners are all under pressure to reduce emissions, conserve resources, and improve the long-term environmental performance of infrastructure. However, one misconception still persists throughout the industry: that sustainable solutions require sacrificing cost, durability, or long-term performance. Advances in asphalt chemistry are proving the opposite. Sustainable bitumen additives are helping producers create [...]

Cost Savings and Lifecycle Value in the Asphalt Industry

Asphalt production and paving operations are under constant pressure to balance performance, efficiency, and cost. Agencies, producers, and contractors are expected to deliver durable pavements while managing fluctuating raw material prices, energy expenses, maintenance demands, and increasingly complex mix designs. As a result, the use of asphalt additives and asphalt modifiers has become an important strategy for optimizing production costs and long-term pavement value. Advanced additive [...]

By Vince Aurilio|2026-06-01T17:56:15-04:00June 24th, 2026|Categories: Blog|Tags: ButaPhalt, NuMIXER, PGXpand, PHALANX, ReLIXER, ReNUBIT|0 Comments

Choosing the Right Asphalt Softener: What Producers Should Know

Asphalt mix design requires more than simply selecting aggregates and binder grades. Producers are expected to balance performance, durability, sustainability, workability, and cost efficiency all at once. As asphalt formulations become increasingly sophisticated, the role of asphalt modifiers and asphalt additives has expanded significantly, especially when it comes to managing asphalt viscosity and improving binder performance. Among the most important tools [...]