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Road Planings/Sub Base: The Foundation of Every Great Road

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When it comes to building a road that will withstand the test of time and the constant wear and tear of traffic, it all starts beneath the surface with the right sub base material. At Mainland Aggregates, we supply an array of road planings and sub base materials, all crafted to provide the sturdiest of foundations. One of our primary ...

The uses of road planings

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Also referred to as road scalpings, tarmac planings or road scrapings, road planings are a by-product of the resurfacing of roads and highways. These are created when the surface layer of tarmac is removed by a cold milling machine. The cold milling machine removes asphalt from the surface sub-base and then this material is ready to be recycled...

What are recycled aggregates?

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The term recycled aggregates is given to construction waste that has been recovered, including asphalt, brick and concrete. These will be aggregates that have been recovered from demolition, construction and excavation waste. To repurpose these aggregates, these will be crushed, mixed and/or graded to meet different requirements...

What are Scalpings?

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Road scalpings or road planings are produced as a result of the surface layer of a tarmac footpath or road being removed by a cold milling machine. These are low-cost aggregates that offer environmental advantages. Not only are road scalpings made of bitumen which is a natural resource but also, by using scalpings, waste is minimised. Plus, road ...
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