Bitumen RS-2

Bitumen emulsion RS-2 is a type of cationic bitumen emulsion known for its moderate setting characteristics. The designation "RS" indicates that it is a rapid-setting emulsion, while the "2" typically suggests a specific formulation or viscosity grade.

Appearance: Black solid or a viscous liquid
Standards: ASTM D997
HS Code: 27150090

Package: Bitumen are packed in

New Steel Drums of 200Kg
Reconditioned Steel Drums of 200Kg
IBC Tank of 1 Metric Ton

Anionic Emulsion Bitumen RS-2 (ASTM D997) - Technical Specifications

Properties	Units	Limits	Test Methods
Viscosity, Saybolt Furol at 50°C	SFS	75-400	ASTM D88
Storage Stability Test, 24-h	%	Max. 1.0	ASTM D244
Demulsibility (35 ml of 0.02 N CaCl2)	%	Min. 60	ASTM D244
Particle Charge Test	-	Negative	ASTM D224
Sieve Test	%	Max. 0.10	ASTM D244
Cement mixing test	%	-	ASTM D244
Distillation:
Residue by Distillation	%	Min. 63	ASTM D244
TEST ON RESIDUE FROM DISTILLATION:
Ductility at 25°C	CM	Min. 40	ASTM D-113
Penetration, 25°C, 100g, 5s	CM	100-200	ASTM D5
Solubility in Trichloroethylene	% Wt	Min. 97.5	ASTM D-2042

Main Applications Of Anionic Emulsion Bitumen RS-2

Bitumen emulsion RS-2 is utilized in a variety of road construction and maintenance applications due to its balanced setting characteristics and strong adhesion properties. Here are the main applications of Bitumen emulsion RS-2:

Tack Coats: Acts as an adhesive layer between existing and new asphalt surfaces, ensuring strong bonding and preventing slippage during the paving process.
Prime Coats: Applied to granular bases to prepare them for asphalt overlays, enhancing adhesion and moisture resistance.
Surface Dressing: Employed in surface dressing operations to provide a protective layer over existing roads, improving skid resistance and enhancing overall durability.
Cold Mix Asphalt: Used in the production of cold mix asphalt, allowing for repairs and construction at ambient temperatures, making it ideal for patching and maintenance tasks.
Fog Seals: Utilized for fog sealing aging asphalt surfaces to rejuvenate them, seal small cracks, and prevent oxidation, thus extending the lifespan of the pavement.
Soil Stabilization: Can be applied in soil stabilization projects to bind fine soil particles, improving strength and stability for road construction.
Maintenance of Low-Traffic Roads: Suitable for maintaining rural or low-traffic roads, where the emulsion can be used for surface treatments and repairs.
Pothole Repair: Effective for quick repairs of potholes in asphalt roads, providing a solution that minimizes downtime.

Balanced Setting Time: The moderate setting time allows for flexibility in application while ensuring timely curing.
Strong Adhesion: The cationic nature enhances bonding with aggregates, contributing to durable road surfaces.
Versatility: RS-2 can be applied in various contexts, making it a valuable choice for numerous road construction and maintenance projects.

Bitumen emulsion RS-2 plays a significant role in improving the performance and longevity of road surfaces, making it widely used in both new construction and maintenance activities.

Various Packing Method for Anionic Emulsion Bitumen RS-2

Packing emulsion bitumen is an essential process to ensure its safe transportation, storage, and handling. The method of packing often depends on the type of emulsion bitumen, the transportation method, and the end-use. Here are the various methods used to pack emulsion bitumen:

Steel Drum Packing

Emulsion Bitumen is commonly packed in new or re-conditioned steel drums, which are robust and provide good protection during transportation.

Drum Specification

Tare Weight	16±0.5Kg
Net Weight	200±5Kg
Gross Weight	216±5Kg

Loadability in Containers

	No. of Drums	Net Weight
In 20Ft Contianer
with Pallet	80	~16.0 Ton
without Pallet	80	~16.0 Ton
In 40Ft Contianer
with Pallet	132	~26.4 Ton
without Pallet	132	~26.4 Ton

IBC Tank Packing

Emulsion Bitumen is commonly packed in new IBC tank or re-conditioned IBC tank, which are robust and provide good protection during transportation.

IBC Tank Specification

Tare Weight	65±3Kg
Net Weight	1000±50Kg
Gross Weight	1065±50Kg

Loadability in Containers

	No. of Tanks	Net Weight
In 20Ft Container	20	~20.0 Ton
In 40Ft Container	26	~26.0 Ton