Publications

Polished aggregate friction value (PAFV) tests are used by most jurisdictions in Australia to determine the resistance of aggregates to the polishing action of vehicle tyres on the road. Two versions of the PAFV test are used in Australia: the…

This report describes studies of the effects of test conditions on vertical polished aggregate friction value (PAFV) results and the results of a proficiency study which was conducted to determine a preliminary PAFV value for UK aggregate. The…

Cutting solvents have been traditionally added to binders used in sprayed sealing in Australia and New Zealand to ensure that effective adhesion occurs between binder and aggregate. Recent Polymer modified binder (PMB) sealing failures, which have…

The work described in this report determines updated cutter level recommendations for S10E and S20E binders. Studies were also conducted to investigate the relationship between the contact angle of water on films of bitumen and PMB binders, and…

This Pavement Work Tip is a practical guide for restoring texture to bleeding or flushed surfaces by applying additional aggregate with the assistance of chemical solvents.

Part 4J of the Guide to Pavement Technology provides information and guidance on: the classification and description of source rocks

An appraisal and evaluation framework has been developed which provides a nationally consistent approach to appraisal and evaluation of TDM measures. This framework will provide a basis for more informed choices between non-infrastructure and…

This Pavement Work Tip is a guide to the removal of surplus aggregate from sprayed seals using brooming or suction cleaning.

This Pavement Work Tip provides a guide to precoating aggregates and use of adhesion agents in hot sprayed sealing work.

This Pavement Work Tip provides a guide to rolling and compacting cover aggregates used in sprayed sealing road works.