UL-M

The UL-M® thin surfacing system has a pedigree second to none - applied across four continents worldwide with an exceptional performance record on some of the busiest routes.

UL-M® combines a high-quality coarse aggregates gradation with high performance polymer-modified bitumen binders.

UL-M® has been developed to combine many advantages - durability, flexibility and strength, along with notable reductions in road noise and surface spray. Depending on the gradation, binder type and, in some cases additives the materials provide specific properties that broaden the range of applications beyond those of conventional mixes.

The binder used is a Polymer-Modified Bitumen from the ELASTECH® range. Binder type selection should be based on factors including expected traffic loadings, climatic conditions, workability, failure modes (rutting, fatigue and ravelling), pavement structure and availability of binder and aggregate types.

UL-M® is suitable for all types of traffic - it can be used for maintenance and new construction projects. Its main purpose is to improve the surface characteristics of pavements that exhibit no structural weakness.

BBA HAPAS Certificate 01/H047 relates to the UL-M® Thin Surfacing System and its use as a surface course on new and maintenance of bituminous or concrete road construction.