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RAP is made from recycled old roads and reused into new mixes. This helps to reduce waste, preserve virgin aggregate and bitumen - supporting circular economy and net zero initiatives, whilst lowering carbon outputs.
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Asphalt is inherently recyclable, and RAP is an innovation which means we can reuse our old roads - preserving the high value aggregate and aged asphalt binder.
When asphalt roads are removed by the action of 'planing', the material that is taken away can be re-crushed, rescreened and repurposed. Not only does this benefit for the new material being made, but being able to backload a truck with this waste product helps with truck utilisation. This circular economy model is changing the construction industry, and is making moves towards carbon reduction.
The inclusion of RAP in our products means that we are turning waste into valuable material, saving on virgin resources and bitumen which is created from crude oil.
After processing and stringent testing, RAP can be added into new asphalt mixes anywhere between 10-50%, depending on site application and plant capabilities. This stringent testing ensures that the recycled material is just as durable and useable as virgin material. This means RAP inclusive material can be used on any kind of application, withstanding site stressors comparably to virgin asphalt.
Reduced environmental impact
Using recycled planings reduces the demand for virgin materials, helping to conserve our natural mineral resources.
Reduced carbon emissions
Reprocessing aged pavements lowers CO2 emissions by reducing quarrying, transport and energy use.
Supports circular economy
Utilising planings keeps material in use for longer, which promotes a closed loop approach to road construction.
Proven performance
Properly processed planings can deliver long lasting performance and match the durability of asphalt made with virgin aggregates.
High quality standards
We rigorously test and control our recycled content to make sure it meets the same quality as traditional asphalt mixes.
RAP can be used at varying levels in all our asphalt mixes - meaning there is a sustainable option for all applications.
Reduced environmental impact
Reduced carbon footprint compared with traditional material
Supports circular economy
Durable and long-lasting material
Matches strength of standard materials
RAP is part of our movement towards being more sustainable. It reduces waste, lowers carbon emissions and conserves our natural resources by reducing the demand for virgin aggregates and bitumen.
Recycled Asphalt Planings.
Yes - when processed correctly, RAP meets the same performance standards as virgin aggregate. All our waste products are stringently tested to ensure they are of a suitable quality before they are used in our asphalt mixes.
RAP has been tested and used extensively across the United Kingdom - materials inclusive of RAP are just as durable as virgin mixes.
Material can be delivered using the following vehicle types based on site access and delivery requirements
Material can also be collected in smaller tonnages from some plants - please contact your local office for more information.
