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Rubberized Asphalt Concrete (RAC)

What is RAC ?
Rubberized Asphalt Concrete (commonly known as RAC) is a road paving material made by blending ground-up recycled tires with asphalt to produce a binder, which is then mixed with conventional aggregate materials. This mix is then placed and compacted into a road surface. There are two primary types of binders for RAC, asphalt-rubber and terminal blend.

Why Use RAC?

RAC is a proven product--one that has many benefits, including being cost effective, durable, safe, quiet, and an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional road paving materials. Cost-effective. In most applications, RAC can be used at a reduced thickness compared to conventional asphalt overlays--in some cases at half the thickness of conventional material--which may results in significant material reduction and cost savings. In addition there may be life-cycle cost savings from the reduction in maintenance costs and longevity of RAC. Durable, Safe and Quiet. RAC is long lasting. It resists cracking, which can reduce maintenance costs. Case studies have demonstrated repeatedly that RAC, when designed and constructed properly, lasts much longer-often 50 percent longer--than conventional materials. Additionally, RAC provides better skid resistance, which can provide better traction. Moreover, RAC retains its darker color longer so that road markings are more clearly visible and can reduce road noise. Environmentally Friendly.. A two-inch-thick RAC resurfacing project uses about 2,000 scrap tires per lane mile. A lot of tires and their carbon footprints can be used as road.
The upstream carbon footprint for the production of asphalt is 840 kgCO2e per metric ton. In comparison, the carbon footprint for recycling tires is 124 kgCO2e per metric ton. This reuse of rubber tires in roads is clearly highly favorable from a climate change perspective Benefits
Reduces Reflective Cracking in Asphalt Overlays Reduces Maintenance Costs Improves Resistance to Cracking in New Pavements Improves Resistance to Rutting in New Pavements Increases Pavement Life Improves Skid Resistance Decreases Noise Levels Beneficially Uses 500-2,000 scrap tires per lane mile