TUFFTREK 4002 Bio-Based Asphalt Modifier

April 1, 2019

Georgia-Pacific Chemicals LLC

Patented TUFFTREK 4002 renewable oil technology from Georgia-Pacific Chemicals offers the asphalt industry an economic, effective, bio-based product for PG grade modification. The product has been in use in field applications for several years and has been shown to improve low temperature cracking resistance.

Low dosages are required versus those required of aromatic oil and base oil modifiers
Ability to achieve multiple grades with a single grade of asphalt
Can adjust stored/aged asphalt to a desired specification
TUFFTREK 4002 renewable oil technology can be added in-line for ease of incorporation

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