Pavement management programs can be a major expense for companies that own parking lots or other paved properties. This is why having a cost-viable milling option is essential. Milling, or cold planing, is an
asphalt maintenance process that can serve many different purposes. Its main function is to remove the surface of the asphalt, and any imperfections that may appear over time. It is also used to correct and maintain the elevation of the asphalt, restore the geometric properties such as a cross-slope, and improve various other characteristics of the surface. Milling will also generate reclaimed asphalt pavement, or RAP, which can then be recycled into material for a new surface, or into a material that improves the bond between layers.
Gravel will often be used during an asphalt construction process, but it is not without its drawbacks. Still, many property owners will choose gravel as their building material because they are not really familiar with the alternative: asphalt milling. Asphalt milling is a process where a machine is used to strip away the existing asphalt, then it’s recycled in order to add a new upper layer. So, what exactly are the benefits of asphalt milling in Gainesville, Florida? This Gainesville asphalt paving company will provide some answers.
The asphalt milling process is an essential part of the road construction cycle. It is used to remove a top, worn-down surface before adding new asphalt. It is also used to remove ruts or increase the surface friction of a slightly worn-out pavement that is still usable.
