QCS 2014 Section 06: Roadworks Page 1

Part 05: Asphalt Works

5 ASPHALT WORKS.................................................................................................. 3
5.1 GENERAL ............................................................................................................... 3
5.1.1 Scope 3
5.1.2 References 3
5.1.3 Definitions 7
5.1.4 Submittals 7
5.1.5 Quality Assurance 8
5.2 MATERIALS ............................................................................................................ 8
5.2.1 Unacceptable Materials 8
5.2.2 Fine Aggregate 9
5.2.3 Coarse Aggregate 9
5.2.4 Recycled Aggregate 10
5.2.5 Mineral Filler 10
5.2.6 Asphalt Binder 11
5.2.7 Prime Coat 13
5.2.8 Tack Coat 13
5.2.9 Delivery, Storage and Handling 13
5.2.10 Inspection and Control 14
5.3 MARSHALL MIX DESIGN ..................................................................................... 14
5.3.1 General 14
5.3.2 Marshall Mix Design Criteria 15
5.3.3 Quality Control Testing 17
5.4 DENSE BITUMEN MACADAM .............................................................................. 20
5.5 SUPERPAVE MIX DESIGN ................................................................................... 22
5.6 PERFORMANCE EVALUATION OF ASPHALT CONCRETE ................................ 24
5.7 DELIVERY, SPREADING AND FINISHING ........................................................... 25
5.7.1 Delivery of Mixes 25
5.7.2 Spreading and Finishing 25
5.7.3 Compaction of Mixes 26
5.7.4 Transverse Joints 27
5.7.5 Longitudinal Joints 28
5.7.6 Paving Edges 28
5.7.7 Breakdown Rolling 28
5.7.8 Intermediate Rolling 29
5.7.9 Finish Rolling 29
5.7.10 Protection of Laid Courses 29
5.8 COLD PLANING .................................................................................................... 29
5.9 PRIME COAT ........................................................................................................ 30
5.9.1 General 30
5.9.2 Equipment Required 30
5.9.3 Surface Preparation 30
5.9.4 Application 30
5.9.5 Maintenance and Traffic 31