DURAPAVE EMULSIS SS1 (IS)

Durapave Emulsis SS1 (IS) is a slow-setting, oil-based bituminous emulsion designed with low viscosity and extended setting time. It complies with IS 8887:2018 standards and is widely used in road construction for base preparation.

In practical applications, it is mainly used for:

• Prime coat application on WMM (Wet Mix Macadam) and WBM (Water Bound Macadam) surfaces
• Penetrating and binding granular base layers
• Creating a strong adhesive interface between the base and the asphalt layer

Its slow-setting nature allows deeper penetration into porous surfaces, making it ideal for strengthening road foundations before laying bituminous layers.

Durapave Emulsis SS1 offers several advantages when used as a prime coat in road construction:

• Deep penetration: It seeps into the base layer, ensuring effective bonding
• Sealing of surface voids: Helps close pores and prevent moisture ingress
• Binding loose particles: Stabilizes granular materials on the surface
• Improved adhesion: Enhances bonding between base and bituminous layers
• No heating required: Easy to apply and cost-effective

These benefits make it highly suitable for prime coat applications, especially on porous and granular road bases, ensuring long-term pavement performance.

Durapave Emulsis SS1 improves the durability of road base layers through multiple mechanisms:

• Strengthens the base: By penetrating deeply, it hardens and toughens the surface
• Prevents water damage: Seals capillary voids, reducing water infiltration and weakening
• Improves load distribution: Creates a stable and cohesive base layer
• Reduces dust and erosion: Binds loose aggregates, minimizing material loss