Description of Polymer Modified Bitumen PMB 70
PMB 70 or Polymer Modified Bitumen 70 is is a specially manufactured bitumen with polymers to deliver superior performance. this grade used in modern road construction, heavy-traffic highways, and asphalt applications that require superior elasticity and rutting resistance. we supply high-quality PMB 70 to withstand extreme temperature variations, long traffic loads, and harsh environmental conditions. Thanks to its enhanced mechanical properties, PMB 70 is ideal for applications that experience heavy traffic loads, dynamic stresses, and extreme temperature variations. It is widely used in the construction of highways, bridges, airport runways, urban road networks, and heavy-duty pavements, particularly in hot climates or regions with high structural stress. PMB 70 provides improved pavement stability, extended service life, and enhanced resistance to fatigue and thermal cracking, making it a reliable choice for high-performance asphalt mixtures and critical infrastructure projects.Application of PMB 70
Polymer Modified Bitumen (PMB) is used across a range of challenging situations requiring high performance products or custom formulated to overcome specific challenges; PMB 70 is a modified bitumen grade produced by blending paving grade bitumen with polymers to enhance:- Highways and Expressways: Widely used for high-traffic highways and expressways that face heavy and continuous traffic loads. The high-temperature performance helps resist rutting and deformation in such conditions.
- Industrial Zones and Heavy-Duty Roads: Suitable for industrial areas and roads where heavy-duty vehicles frequently operate, as PMB 82-10 can handle the stress from heavy, slow-moving vehicles.
- Airport Runways and Taxiways: Ideal for airport pavements where exposure to high temperatures and heavy aircraft loads require resistance to deformation and cracking.
- Bridges and Elevated Structures: Used on bridges and overpasses to handle thermal stresses and prevent cracking, which are common due to temperature fluctuations and high traffic loads.
- Urban Roads and High-Temperature Regions: Effective in urban environments and regions with extremely hot summers, where roads face both heavy traffic and prolonged high temperatures.
PMB 70 is a high-viscosity modified bitumen grade designed for asphalt mixtures requiring:
- Higher stiffness
- Greater rutting resistance
- Improved elasticity
- Longer fatigue life
Advantages of PMB 70
- High Elasticity & Flexibility
- Superior Rutting Resistance
- Enhanced Fatigue Life
- Better Adhesion
- Excellent Low-Temperature Cracking Resistance
Key Features of Polymer Modified 40
*Polymer Modification PMB 70 is formulated using high-performance polymers such as styrene-butadiene-styrene (SBS), ethylene-vinyl-acetate (EVA), or comparable modifiers. These additives significantly enhance the bitumen’s structural properties, improving its resistance to permanent deformation, thermal cracking, and oxidative aging. *High Elastic Recovery Thanks to its advanced polymer composition, PMB 70 demonstrates superior elastic recovery, enabling the binder to regain its original shape after deformation caused by heavy and repetitive traffic loading. This elasticity contributes to extended pavement life and improved performance under stress. *Enhanced Performance Resistance PMB 70 offers remarkable resistance across a wide range of operational conditions, including:- Rutting resistance at elevated temperatures
- Crack resistance at low temperatures
- Excellent fatigue resistance under continuous and repeated traffic loads
Specification of Polymer Modified Bitumen PMB 40
| CHARACTERISTICS | UNIT | LIMITS | TEST METHODS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penetration @25°C (77°F), 100gm, 5sec | 0.1MM | 50-90 | ASTM D5 |
| Softening Point, Ring & Ball | °C | Min. 55 | ASTM D36 |
| Fraass Breaking Point | °C | Max. -16 | EN 12593 |
| Flash Point Cleveland open cup | °C | Min. 220 | ASTM D92 |
| Elastic Recovery at 15°C | % | Min. 40 | ASTM D6084 |
| Separation, Difference in Softening Point | °C | Max. 3 | — |
| After Rolling Thin-Film Oven Test (RTFO) | ASTM D1754 | ||
| Loss on Heating | %Wt | Max. 1.0 | ASTM D6 |
| Increase in Softening Point | °C | Max. 6 | ASTM D36 |
| Drop in Penetration | % | Max. 35 | ASTM D5 |
| Elastic Recovery at 25°C | % | Min. 35 | ASTM D6084 |
Packing of Polymer Modified Bitumen
New Steel Drum
- 180kg New Steel Drum => Loading 110 Drum in 20ft Container= 19.80 Ton Net
- 150kg New Steel Drum => Loading 110Drum in 20ft Container= 16.50 Ton Net
Jumbo Bag
- 1MT Jumbo Bag with Steel Cage and Pallet or in (Wooden Box Pallet) => Loading 20*1000kg Jumbo Bag in 20ft Container = 20Ton Net
- 1MT Jumbo Bag without Steel Cage and Pallet => Loading 24*1200kg Jumbo Bag in 40ft Container = 24Ton Net






