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What is Reclaimed Asphalt Pavement (RAP) Mix?

April 26, 2017Asphalt mix pavement rap reclaimed

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What is Reclaimed Asphalt Pavement (RAP) Mix?

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Removed asphalt (commonly called old Blacktop) that is used in the recycling of asphalt pavements along with new aggregate and new asphalt (binder) being added. According to a study published by the Federal Highway Administration and the Environmental Protection Agency, asphalt pavement is America’s most recycled product. The asphalt industry recycles 80.3 million tons of its own product every year, the largest tonnage of any industry. And, asphalt’s 80% recycling rate is higher than any other material’s.