Bitumen Penetration Grade 10/20

Bitumen Penetration Grade 10/20

Bitumen penetration grade 10/20 is a hard paving bitumen produced through the oxidation of vacuum residue, a by-product from the vacuum distillation of crude oil in bitumen production units. This grade is characterized by a penetration range between 10 and 20 (0.1 mm) and is designed for applications requiring high durability and structural strength. Due to its hardness and performance, bitumen 10/20 allows for the construction of thinner pavement layers, which can reduce asphalt consumption by up to 30% compared to traditional designs—resulting in long-term cost savings and extended pavement life. At Hydolys Group, bitumen 10/20 is exported worldwide according to international standards, with rigorous quality control measures in place to ensure product consistency and performance.

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Packaging Types and Loading Specifications :

Bitumen can be packaged in several formats depending on the quantity, destination, and physical properties of the bitumen itself. Since each grade has specific levels of stiffness and viscosity, the choice of packaging must also align with the bitumen’s handling requirements and transport conditions. Below are the most common packaging methods for bitumen :

  • Bitutainer :

    • Loaded : 25 MT per unit.

    • Rare due to high equipment cost; mostly used for short-distance round trips.

    Tanker Truck :

    • Loaded : 24–25 MT

    • Ideal for regional and cross-border deliveries.

    Bulk Carrier (Bitumen Vessel) :

    • Loaded : 2,000–40,000 MT

    • Best suited for customers with storage tanks at destination port.

    • Highly cost-effective for large-scale and long-distance shipments.

  • 1 MT Jumbo Bag with Steel Cage & Pallet :

    • Loaded : 20 bags per 20-ft container = 20 MT

    • Popular for East Asia and South America.

    1.2 MT Jumbo Bag :

    • Loaded : 20 bags per 40-ft container = 24 MT

    • Common in Southeast Asia.

  • 300 kg Bitubag :

    • Loaded : 80 bags per 20-ft container = 24 MT

    • Containers must be sent to the factory for loading, incurring an extra fee.

    • Offers flexible packaging for export customers.

  • 180 kg New Steel Drum :

    • Loaded : 110 drums per 20-ft container = 19.8–20 MT.

    • Widely used in East Asia and African countries.

    150 kg New Steel Drum :

    • Loaded : 110 drums per 20-ft container = 16.5 MT.

    • Preferred in Bangladesh, Nepal, and Indonesia.

Quality Assurance and Safety :

Hydolys Group ensures the quality of its penetration grade 10/20 bitumen through:

  • Batch testing and QC inspection before shipment

  • Supervision by independent international inspectors during loading

  • Compliance with ASTM standards

This guarantees both the quality and quantity of the product delivered to customers worldwide.

Applications of Bitumen 10/20 :

Penetration grade 10/20 bitumen is primarily used for:

  • Road construction and repair

  • Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) production for base layers and wearing courses

  • Projects requiring high resistance to deformation and heavy traffic loads

Thanks to its hardness, this bitumen grade is ideal for hot climates and high-performance pavements.

Performance and Benefits :

  • Excellent binding strength for aggregate cohesion

  • Enhances mix stability and pavement durability

  • Suitable for high-stress environments and industrial pavements

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