USB-4 Modified bitumen collection tank (USB-3)
USB-4
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Advantages
- size adapted for transportation by sea.
The USB-4 modified bitumen1Modified bitumen is characterized by improved flexibility and longer service life, it also has a lower brittleness temperature and higher softening temperature. collection tank is designed for storage of modified bitumen produced with the USB-3 unit. It can be supplied as a stand-alone product and be retrofitted into existing modified bitumen production equipment. The product is equipped with automatic agitator2An agitator is a device or mechanism to put something into motion by shaking or stirring. and heating circuit. The system is equipped with Dinel and Wika temperature and level sensors as well as overflow sensors.
The main component of water-bitumen emulsion3Bitumen emulsion is a blend of fine beads of bitumen and water. is obviously bitumen4A bitumen is a sticky, black, and highly viscous liquid or semi-solid form of petroleum.. Consistent production of emulsion is only possible with constant availability of the material. Therefore, companies which use bitumen in their production process on a daily basis, should ensure correct storage conditions. Many companies prefer to maintain own bitumen storage facilities, allowing regular construction and repair works without the need to stop for bitumen supply and market price variations.
Storage of bitumen and bitumen emulsions is a complex process. The most important part is heating of the material in specially equipped tanks. Bitumen should not settle or break down into water and binding, which may occur in bitumen emulsion storage. Heaters are most often integrated into the walls of the storage tank and allow the material to stay at the required temperature. Heating may be performed by steam, oil or by low temperature electric heaters.
Bitumen storage facility can be of two types: vertical and horizontal. However, vertical storage tanks are more popular today. They are economical and easy to operate and maintain.
Modified bitumen — Fields of application
- Road construction:
- production of asphalt concrete which is used for new construction and repair of first-class roads, bridges, overpasses, road junctions, etc.;
- production of stone matrix asphalt concrete (SMA) for pavement topping of first-class highways and roads;
- production of porous asphalt concrete;
- plaсing of crack-stopping membrane interlayers.
- Hydraulic engineering facilities:
- production of PMB-based grouts for coating of water storage facilities, swimming pools, water supply pipe linings.
- Roofing:
- production of PMB-based rolled roofing materials (Ruberoid, Euroruberoid).
- Bitumen shingles:
- production of grouts for laying and repair of roofing surfaces.
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Specifications |
USB-4 (15) |
USB-4 (30) |
| Minimum total volume, m³ |
16 |
33 |
| Minimum usable volume, m³ |
15 |
30 |
| Agitator type |
Vane |
Vane |
| Agitator RPM |
36 |
400 |
| Heat exchanger square area, m2 |
18 |
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| Insulation thickness, mm |
200 |
200 |
| Nominal power, kW |
11.3 |
30 |
| Electric power | ||
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380 |
380 |
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50 |
50 |
| Dimensions (L/W/H), mm |
3250/2500/7200 |
2440/2400/12500 |
| Max weight, kg |
3800 |
11000 |
| Max full loaded weight, kg |
18800 |
41000 |
- size adapted for transportation by sea.
Application Fields of GlobeCore Polymer-Based Bitumen Modification Plants
GlobeCore polymer-based bitumen modification plants can be used for:
- creating special-purpose polymer mixes which are put to use in the automotive industry, in construction, packaging, etc.;
- production of special-purpose lubricants with different types of additives blended in;
- production of composite materials which are put to use in making road pavements, sports surfaces, as well as in the construction industry;
- production of modified construction materials, such as waterproof coatings and materials, asphalt mixes,;
- production of anticorrosive coatings for metal structures;
- production of special insulating materials or covers for packing which require a high stability and flexibility;
- production of polymer coatings which are used for protection of cables and pipes against exposures, including humidity, chemical corrosion, and mechanical damage;
- production of coatings which enhance the wear resistance of various surfaces, for example, as applicable to industrial floors, parking areas, warehouses;
- production of special polymer mixes which ensure more effective soundproofing in the construction or automotive industry;
- production of coatings which are used on sports grounds, ensuring enhanced safety and comfort;
- production of polymer mixes which are used for road surface markings, ensuring a better visibility and durability;
- production of special coatings which protect marine craft from water, salt and other exposures to marine environment;
- production of polymer mixes which are used as insulating materials in electronic and electrical industry, particularly in the production of wire and cable insulation;
- production of modified polymer mixes for creation of coatings which improve the thermal insulation and energy efficiency of buildings, pipelines, and other structures;
- production of geotextiles which are used in the construction industry for waterproofing, drainage, soil reinforcement, and other applications;
- production of special coating and composite materials which are used in the automotive industry for vehicle interior, dashboard, door panel design, etc.;
- production of coatings which are used in solar panels, wind turbines, and other renewable energy components;
- production of special coatings for moisture protection of agricultural facilities;
- production of coatings which enhance the wear resistance of sports equipment, for example skis, snowboards, bicycles;
- production of waterproof and chemically stable coatings for internal and external surfaces of swimming pools, water slides, etc.
Equipment configurations that are not included in this configurator can be implemented via a separate request to [email protected].