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Asphalt vs Bitumen: What’s the Difference & Why It Matters for Road Construction Projects

In global road construction, the terms “asphalt” and “bitumen” are often confused. As a professional bitumen equipment manufacturer, [FEITENG] is here to clarify the difference and help contractors select the right materials and equipment for every project. 1. Asphalt vs Bitumen: Key Differences 🌍 Regional Terminology USA/Canada: → “Asphalt” = Asphalt concrete (bitumen + aggregates) → Example: “This highway uses…

Bitumen Production: The Ultimate Guide to Processes, Innovations, and Global Market Dynamics

1. In-Depth Technical Analysis of Bitumen Production ​1.1 Crude Oil Selection and Pretreatment ​Key Feedstock Types: ​Venezuelan Extra-Heavy Crude (API 8-10°): High asphaltene content (>15%) for durable road binders. ​Canadian Oil Sands Bitumen (API 8-12°): Requires solvent-assisted extraction (e.g., naphtha dilution). ​Middle Eastern Medium Sour Crude (API 24-28°): Optimal for roofing-grade asphalt due to balanced saturate-aromatic ratios. ​Pretreatment Technologies: ​Electrostatic…

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I. Definition and Uses The asphalt distributor, a crucial piece of equipment in pavement engineering, specializes in precisely and efficiently applying various liquid asphalt materials, including hot asphalt and emulsified asphalt. It serves as both a transporter and applicator of liquid asphalt during pavement construction and maintenance using asphalt penetration or surface treatment methods. Additionally, it can spray asphalt binder…