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Insulated Sheeting
Hot asphalt starts losing heat the moment it leaves the plant, and once it cools too far it can't be laid properly. Insulated sheeting slows that down by trapping the heat in the load and shielding it from wind and rain giving the crew more time to get it down.
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Hot Asphalt Insulation Sheets
Asphalt starts cooling the moment it leaves the plant. If it cools too much, it won't compact properly, which means a weak joint, a failed patch, or a load that has to be binned. Insulated sheeting holds the heat in the material, so a crew has longer to get it down and lay it well.
Weather is the other problem it solves. Wind and rain pull heat out of a load fast and can ruin a mix before it reaches the ground. A waterproof cover keeps the weather off and the temperature up.Â
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Which Insulated Tarmacadam Sheet to Choose
The two options come down to how long you need the heat held and how rough the conditions are. The wax jute tarmacadam sheet is a wax-coated jute sheet that insulates heat during shorter trips and adds a layer of insulation inside a hot box. The economy insulated tarpaulin is the heavier-duty option. It's a padded, fully waterproof cover that retains more heat and stands up better to bad weather and longer holds. Both come in a range of sizes to suit the load you're covering.
FAQ
What is insulated sheeting used for?
Insulated sheeting is used to keep hot asphalt and tarmacadam warm during transport and on site.Â
How does insulated sheeting keep asphalt warm?
Insulated sheeting keeps asphalt warm by trapping the heat in the load and blocking the wind and rain that draw it out. The longer the mix stays hot, the longer it stays workable and the better it compacts when it's laid.
What is a wax jute tarmacadam sheet?
A wax jute tarmacadam sheet is a jute sheet coated in wax, laid over hot asphalt to hold its heat in. It works well for shorter trips or as an extra layer inside a hot box.
What is the difference between the wax jute sheet and the insulated tarpaulin?
The difference is heat retention and weather protection. The wax jute sheet is lighter and cheaper and suits shorter holds while the insulated tarpaulin is padded and fully waterproof suited for longer holds and copes better with bad weather.
Is insulated sheeting reusable?
Yes, insulated sheeting is reusable. Both sheets roll up and store between jobs so they can be used again across many loads rather than replaced each time.