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PressurePave® is a system that combines a custom-made crack seal formula, injected by a matrix of pressurized boxes, with a thin and highly durable asphalt overlay.
PressurePave® is designed to treat pavements that are normally not suitable for conventional pavement preservation methods such as hot rubber crack seal, slurry, microsurfacing, and seal coat.
PressurePave® allows agencies to treat streets that would fall in the mill and overlay category while spending significantly less. By supplementing PressurePave into a street program, agencies can effectively treat twice as many streets with the same budget while adding a durable surface layer with a history of 12-15 year surface life.
Can PressurePave® be used in place of the common mill
and asphalt overlay process?
The short answer is Yes!
There will always be a need for the mill and asphalt overlay in
street programs. Mill and overlay is excellent at building structure
and correcting imperfections in the overall rideability of the road,
but it does have some downsides.
Two great examples of PressurePave® replacing mill and overlay are Lincoln, NE and Irving, TX. In both cases they experienced a significant cost savings, which resulted in more dollars spent on reconstruction. BUT can PressurePave® hold up over time when applied on streets in poor condition? The answer is yes, and we have the historical data to prove it. In the video above, it shows just some of the results we have seen from PressurePave over time.
Although microsurfacing and PressurePave are used in vastly different applications within a pavement maintenance program, there are some cosmetic similarities. Due to these similarities, it is important to understand what you, as a city or county, are purchasing and how they perform.
Cul-de-sacs take an astonishing amount of abuse from the twisting/turning of trash trucks and other vehicles. Unique problems demand unique solutions which is why we developed and patented “The Cul-de-sac Truck.”
Understanding the unique stresses placed on Cul-de-sacs, Donelson Construction has taken a proactive approach to extend the lifespan of cul-de-sacs. Michael Donelson introduces their patented technology: a specially designed truck that applies a durable material to the road surface, tailored to withstand the rigors of twisting and turning traffic.
Specs are great but what about historical data?
City, county, and state agencies lean heavily on specs, relying on
them to indicate a process or product's performance. In many cases,
following DOT specs does not guarantee success. Especially when
utilizing multiple rock, oil, and chemistry suppliers (whoever is
closest to the project). A contractor is essentially HOPING all the
product's components will work perfectly together. Without
historical data with those specific components, utilizing the
untested combination can be a gamble.
30 Minute Application = 15 Years Surface Life
I think most municipalities would agree, if a construction process
provides good results but receives negative feedback from the
general public, that process will likely not be in their program for
long. Negative feedback is the bane of any contractor but one of the
easiest ways to get on someone's bad side is to keep them from where
they need to go. Therefore, the most popular contractors or pavement
preservation methods are the ones with the fastest return to
traffic.
If you are one of the lucky few, your paving budget has increased to
meet rising asphalt prices. Most cities and counties are not so
lucky. What if you could maintain the same budget yet pave twice as
many streets?
Option #1 You mill and asphalt overlay 10 miles and treat the
streets in poor condition (PCI scores 30 - 60)
Option #2 You PressurePave 20 miles and treat streets in poor to
moderate condition (PCI scores 40 and above).
Cracking is the first step on a downward spiral of a pavement's
life. Why? Because cracking introduces water, oxygen, and overall
exposure to the base underneath. Many believe the solution is to
shave off 1 to 2 inches of asphalt and hope that erases the cracking
issue. Not only is that expensive, but what if it doesn't work? What
if there are still cracks under the new surface you just applied?
Applying any surface over an existing crack will ultimately lead to
reflective cracking. This is when an existing crack reappears on the
new surface applied over it. Depending on how thick the new surface
is will determine how long until the crack will reappear.
Typically, 1 inch per year.
For example, a 1 inch asphalt overlay will show a reflective crack
within 1 year, a 2 inch asphalt will show a reflective crack within
2 years.
Discover how PressurePave is revolutionizing pavement preservation
with its eco-friendly, sustainable approach! In this video, we
explore the significant environmental benefits of PressurePave,
including reduced energy consumption, lower greenhouse gas
emissions, and efficient resource use. Learn how this innovative
technology not only extends the life of roads but also contributes
to a greener, more sustainable future for our cities.
In this video, you will learn:
- How PressurePave uses 40% less primary energy than traditional
mill & fill methods.
- The reduction of greenhouse gas emissions by nearly 45% compared
to conventional techniques.
- The advantages of using fewer natural resources and generating
less waste.
Want to learn more? Read our Article:
Is PressurePave Good for the Environment?
In this case study from Rockford, Illinois, we explore a
side-by-side comparison between PressurePave and Double
Microsurfacing, showcasing how PressurePave consistently outperforms
in road preservation. Conducted by the City of Rockford, this
comparison test revealed PressurePave's superior crack-sealing
ability, faster application process, and resistance to water
infiltration.
In this video, we explain what makes a road a good candidate for
PressurePave, the innovative pavement preservation solution.
PressurePave is designed to seal cracks, improve rideability, and
extend the life of streets that have good structural integrity but
are dealing with significant cracking.
Learn the key factors that determine if your road is the right fit
for PressurePave, including what makes a road suitable and what
types of pavement conditions require additional work before using
this technology.
Introducing PressurePave-3—a thicker, tougher version of our proven
PressurePave system, designed specifically for high-traffic
collectors and arterial streets.
Originally developed at the request of the City of Springfield, MO,
PressurePave-3 features a 3/8” thick driving surface that combines
exceptional durability with our signature crack-resistant mastic.
It's a unique solution that blurs the line between preservation and
restoration—delivering long-term performance without the cost or
disruption of a mill and overlay.If you're managing severely cracked
streets with heavy traffic loads, this might be exactly what you've
been looking for.
In this video, we explore how PressurePave, an innovative pavement
preservation system, addresses the challenge of reflective
cracking—a common issue when traditional asphalt overlays are
applied over cracked surfaces.
Using advanced technology, PressurePave seals cracks and creates a
durable, long-lasting road surface that reduces the occurrence of
reflective cracking. Through real-world case studies, including
results from Rockford, IL, Lincoln, NE, and Shawnee, KS, we
demonstrate how PressurePave outperforms traditional methods,
sealing streets and extending their service life.
Key Takeaways:
- How PressurePave mitigates reflective cracking compared to
traditional mill-and-overlay methods.
- The unique stress-absorbing mastic that seals cracks and prevents
water infiltration.
- Real-world success stories from municipalities that have seen
long-term results.
- How cities are saving money and improving road durability with
PressurePave.
- Discover how PressurePave is transforming road maintenance and
providing cities with a more cost-effective and sustainable
solution.
Introducing PressurePave-3—a thicker, tougher version of our proven
PressurePave system, designed specifically for high-traffic
collectors and arterial streets.
Originally developed at the request of the City of Springfield, MO,
PressurePave-3 features a 3/8” thick driving surface that combines
exceptional durability with our signature crack-resistant mastic.
It's a unique solution that blurs the line between preservation and
restoration—delivering long-term performance without the cost or
disruption of a mill and overlay.If you're managing severely cracked
streets with heavy traffic loads, this might be exactly what you've
been looking for.