Milling and Reclamation: What You Need to Know

Milling and reclamation are two pavement rehabilitation techniques used to repair and rejuvenate asphalt pavements. Here's a breakdown of each:

• Milling: This process involves using a large machine to remove the top layer of damaged asphalt. Milling is typically used to address problems like surface wear, cracks, and potholes.

• Reclamation: The milled asphalt material is then crushed and recycled in a process called reclamation. This recycled material can be used as a base layer for new asphalt pavements or mixed with new asphalt for a more cost-effective paving solution.

Milling and reclamation offer several benefits for asphalt pavement maintenance:

• Cost-Effective: Using reclaimed asphalt reduces the amount of new asphalt needed, lowering material costs for your project.

• Environmentally Friendly: Reclamation helps conserve virgin materials and reduces landfill waste.

• Strong Base: Recycled asphalt can create a strong and stable base layer for new pavement surfaces.

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