Warm mix asphalt is paving mix that can be produced and compacted at lower temperatures than traditional hot mix asphalt materials for roadway development. This may result in reduced greenhouse gas (GHG) and asphalt emissions through lower operational temperature requirements at the plant and at the job site. PHALANX®, a specially engineered warm mix additive, is designed to improve compactability of hot asphalt mixes and Polymer Modified Bitumen (PMB) mixes. It helps reduce the paving temperature when laying down a roadway. PHALANX helps lower the carbon footprint, reduce energy consumption, and deliver overall cost savings.
How Warm Mix Asphalt (WMA) Improves Worker Safety
Warm mix asphalt (WMA) has become widely known for its sustainability benefits such as reduced fuel consumption, lower emissions, and a smaller carbon footprint. But an equally important aspect of WMA use that is often overlooked is how WMA can make paving jobs safer and more comfortable for the asphalt crews. By lowering production and compaction temperatures, warm mix asphalt can reduce worker exposure to fumes, heat stress, and other [...]
