What is Full-Depth Reclamation?
Full-Depth Reclamation (FDR) is the process of pulverizing existing asphalt pavement and underlying base materials, followed by the addition of Portland cement or asphalt emulsion. The end product is a new road base with higher structural capacity, longer life, and is less costly than traditional road construction methods.
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Full-depth reclamation (FDR) is a sustainable and cost-effective technique used in pavement rehabilitation and road construction. It involves the recycling and reclamation of the existing pavement and underlying materials to create a new, improved pavement structure.
FDR involves recycling and reusing existing pavement materials, minimizing the need for new construction materials. This reduces the generation of waste materials and the demand for virgin resources, resulting in reduced landfill usage and conserving natural resources. By recycling and reusing existing materials, full-depth reclamation reduces the energy consumption associated with extracting, manufacturing, and transporting new construction materials. This leads to a lower carbon footprint and helps mitigate climate change impacts.
In general, FDR can produce aggregate sizes ranging from fine particles to larger pieces, depending on the desired specifications for the reclaimed base material.
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