{"id":16291,"date":"2025-02-11T13:38:21","date_gmt":"2025-02-11T13:38:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/erenstar.ae\/?post_type=product&#038;p=16291"},"modified":"2025-02-11T13:41:29","modified_gmt":"2025-02-11T13:41:29","slug":"bitumen-vg40-viscose-grade","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/erenstar.ae\/index.php\/product\/bitumen-vg40-viscose-grade\/","title":{"rendered":"Bitumen VG40 (Viscose Grade)"},"content":{"rendered":"<h4><strong>Introduction<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>VG Bitumen 40, also known as viscosity grade 40 bitumen, is a type of bitumen that falls under the viscosity grading system used to classify bitumen based on its viscosity at a specific temperature.\u00c2\u00a0VG Bitumen 40\u00c2\u00a0has specific properties that make it suitable for certain applications, particularly in road construction and asphalt paving.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Applications:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h4><strong>Road Construction<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>It is extensively used in road construction due to its high durability and resistance to heavy traffic loads. It is used in the base, binder, and wearing courses of flexible pavements.<\/li>\n<li><span id=\"Airport_Runways\" class=\"ez-toc-section\"><\/span><strong>Airport Runways<\/strong>\n<p>The high load-bearing capacity and thermal stability of VG40 make it ideal for use in airport runways, which are subject to heavy aircraft landings and takeoffs.<\/li>\n<li><span id=\"Waterproofing\" class=\"ez-toc-section\"><\/span><strong>Waterproofing<\/strong>\n<p>It is also used in waterproofing applications to protect structures from water ingress. Its water-resistant properties make it an effective barrier against moisture.<\/li>\n<li><span id=\"Industrial_Uses\" class=\"ez-toc-section\"><\/span><strong>Industrial Uses<\/strong>\n<p>In addition to construction, VG 40 finds applications in various industrial processes, including the production of roofing materials, sealants, and adhesives.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><\/h4>\n<h4><strong>Shipping and Logistic<\/strong><\/h4>\n<pre>Viscosity Grade 40 is a hazardous material and should be handled with care.\r\n<strong>SOME SAFETY TIPS WHEN USING VG-40 ARE:<\/strong>\r\n<strong>Protective Equipment:<\/strong>\u00c2\u00a0Always wear appropriate PPE when handling VG 40, including gloves, safety goggles, and protective clothing.\r\n<strong>Ventilation:<\/strong>\u00c2\u00a0Ensure that there is adequate ventilation when using VG 40, as the fumes can be hazardous.\r\n<strong>Handling and Transfer:<\/strong>\u00c2\u00a0Transport VG 40 in approved containers and vehicles, following all safety regulations.<\/pre>\n<p><strong>Packing BITUMEN VG40 IN:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>180kg New Steel Drum: Loading 110 Drum in 20 ft<\/li>\n<li>375Kg Bitubag: Loading 24 MT in 20 ft Container<\/li>\n<li>Bulk in vessel: Loading 2000 to 20,000 MT in Bitumen Carrier<\/li>\n<li>Bulk in Flexi Bag: Loading 20 MT in Bitumen Flexi Bag<\/li>\n<li>Bulk in Tanker: Loading 25 MT in Truck Tanker<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><strong>Specification<\/strong><\/h4>\n<table id=\"tablepress-91-no-2\" class=\"tablepress tablepress-id-91\">\n<thead>\n<tr class=\"row-1 odd\">\n<th class=\"column-1\">Specification<\/th>\n<th class=\"column-2\">Unit<\/th>\n<th class=\"column-3\">Value<\/th>\n<th class=\"column-4\">Test Method<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody class=\"row-hover\">\n<tr class=\"row-2 even\">\n<td class=\"column-1\">Absolute Viscosity, at 60 \u00e2\u2014\u00a6C<\/td>\n<td class=\"column-2\">Poise<\/td>\n<td class=\"column-3\">Min 3200<\/td>\n<td class=\"column-4\">ASTM D4402<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-3 odd\">\n<td class=\"column-1\">Kinematic Viscosity, at 135 \u00e2\u2014\u00a6C<\/td>\n<td class=\"column-2\">CST<\/td>\n<td class=\"column-3\">Min 400<\/td>\n<td class=\"column-4\">ASTM D2170<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-4 even\">\n<td class=\"column-1\">Flash Point<\/td>\n<td class=\"column-2\">\u00e2\u2014\u00a6C<\/td>\n<td class=\"column-3\">Min 220<\/td>\n<td class=\"column-4\">ASTM D93<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-5 odd\">\n<td class=\"column-1\">Solubility in Trichloroethylene<\/td>\n<td class=\"column-2\">%WT<\/td>\n<td class=\"column-3\">Min 99<\/td>\n<td class=\"column-4\">ASTM D2042<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-6 even\">\n<td class=\"column-1\">Penetration Value, at 25 \u00e2\u2014\u00a6C<\/td>\n<td class=\"column-2\">0.1mm<\/td>\n<td class=\"column-3\">40-60<\/td>\n<td class=\"column-4\">ASTM D5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-7 odd\">\n<td class=\"column-1\">Softening Point<\/td>\n<td class=\"column-2\">\u00e2\u2014\u00a6C<\/td>\n<td class=\"column-3\">Min 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