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Can Asphalt Be Applied In The Rain (light Drizzle)? |
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Answer» It is not advisable to start paving if it is raining. If rain starts after paving has begun, the work can CONTINUE as long as there is no standing water and the rain is not too hard. The primary concern is achieving ADEQUATE compaction, as the mix will cool MUCH faster due to evaporative cooling if laid on a WET surface or rain FALLS on an uncompacted mat. Additional compactive effort will be needed and monitoring temperatures is key to achieving adequate density. It is not advisable to start paving if it is raining. If rain starts after paving has begun, the work can continue as long as there is no standing water and the rain is not too hard. The primary concern is achieving adequate compaction, as the mix will cool much faster due to evaporative cooling if laid on a wet surface or rain falls on an uncompacted mat. Additional compactive effort will be needed and monitoring temperatures is key to achieving adequate density. |
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