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POLYMER MODIFIED ASPHALT EMULSIONS Composition, Uses Specifications for Surface Treatments The Polymer Modified Emulsion (PME) Study Acknowledgements Sponsored by: • Central Federal Highway Lands Division Federal Highway Administration Mike Voth, James Sorenson Investigators: • National Center for Pavement Preservation Larry Galehouse, John Johnston GHK, Inc. o Gayle King, Helen King Industry volunteers o BASF, PRI, Paragon, SemMaterials, UW, others The Problem Experience: polymer modification results in better short- and long-term performance No definitive guide For selecting, specifying using polymer emulsions Areas of interest Use of PMEs vs. conventional emulsions Optimal % polymer Use on non-roadway applications (parking lots, trails, bike paths) The Project Literature review knowledge gathering sessions • Industry, academic, federal local government agencies • On-line user/ producer survey • Presentations input: AEMA/ARRA/ISSA, TRB, ETGs, AASHTO Draft performance spec Field trials Field guide Findings – What Are PMEs? Water based, emulsified asphalt polymer Performance depends on: Type of polymer Compatibility PME Chip Seal of polymer asphalt Findings – What Are PMEs? Typically 1-5% polymer based on asphalt Polymers Elastomers – elastic • SBR latex (random) • SBS block copolymers • Natural rubber latex Plastomers – high modulus (stiffness) • EVA Recomm