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Enquiries: K. Govender

6th March 2024

Nathoo Mbenyane Engineers (NME)

46 Woodford Grove
Stamfod Hill
Durban
KwaZulu-Natal
4001

Attention: Mr. K. Naidoo

Dear Sir,

RE: PREPARATION OF BOND COAT SPECIFICATION FOR PAVING TRIAL

1. PURPOSE

The purpose of this correspondence is specify the bond coat requirements for the paving trial on NME’s
section on the N3 Sections 2 and 3, from Lynnfield Park (N3/2 – Km 30.600) to Ashburton Interchange
(N3/2 – Km 0.800).

2. BOND COAT PRODUCTS TO BE TESTED

The following bond coat products have been identified to undergo testing during the paving trial:
• Product A – Elastotack from TOSAS
• Product B – Colbond from COLAS
• Product C – Suprabond T from TOSAS.

The product descriptions are summarised below:

• Product A – Cationic rapid setting 65% bitumen emulsion containing SBR latex, with a 50/70
base binder.
• Product B – Medium viscosity, cationic, spray grade bitumen emulsion modified with SBR latex,
with a 50/70 base binder.
• Product C – Cationic modified emulsion with organo-silanes and SBR latex, with a 50/70 base
binder.

The application rates for the products are as listed below.

Product Application rate (l/m2)
Elastotack 0.45
Colbond 0.4 – 0.6
Suprabond T 0.5 – 0.7

The product specification sheets for further details can be found in Annexure 1.

3. PAVING TRIAL GUIDELINES

As per the product specification sheets, the following temperature guidelines for the products should be
followed:
• Elastotack (Product A) – a temperature range of 50°C to 70°C is specified. It is preferred to be
sprayed at 60°C to ensure better flow properties without damaging the product at elevated
 temperatures. The product is applied through a spray bar positioned on the paver. If this product
is stored on site, it must be circulated weekly for at least one hour, to keep the emsulsion well
suspended. The use of a centrifugal pump is recommended for circulating. The product should
be heated before use to reduce blocked nozzles.
• Colbond (Product B) – a binder spray temperature of 65°C is specified, and a minimum road
surface temperature of 10°C. To avoid blocked nozzles, it is recommended that the product be
loaded via a strainer fitted with a fly screen mesh. If possible, larger nozzles should be fitted to
the spray bar to reduce the frequency of blockages.
• Suprabond T (Product C) – this product can be applied at 50°C to 60°C, or at ambient
temperature with hand spray work. If the product is heated or diluted, it may start to coagulate
and it is advised to only heat or dilute product needed to be sprayed on the day.

4. CONSTRUCTION CONSIDERATIONS

Following the application of the bond coat, and the overlying layer, traffic should not be allowed onto
the surface for 24 hours, allowing the bond coat at the interface to stabilise with temperature reduction.
This will allow the bond coat to function under loading well within its softening point.

As part of the design system, it should be noted that the tinning of a concrete base course is not required
if an asphalt wearing course is to be paved over it. This is critical to note as the preparation of the
concrete surface must be free of tinning and should be texture treated by means of sand blasting or
scabbling in order to improve adhesion before a bond coat is applied, in order to ensure the best bonding
with the overlying asphalt layer.

It was noted, from Gauteng Freeway Improvement Project (GFIP), that the existing concrete sections
became carbonated over time which can also cause loss in adhesion properties. Thus, the “freshness”
of the concrete is important as well as the texture. To remedy this, any older concrete surface, which
has been open to traffic prior to the final surfacing, should be texture treated.

With regards to surface drainage, the longitudinal joint between concrete v-drains and the surfacing
should be well sealed.

5. CONCLUSION

The product specifications have been appended to this letter and should any queries arise, you may
contact us or the supplier directly.

Yours faithfully,

___________________________
MR. K. GOVENDER
TECHNICAL EXECUTIVE: TRANSPORTATION
NAIDU CONSULTING (PTY) LTD
 ANNEXURE 1
BOND COAT PRODUCT SPECIFICATION SHEETS
 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

(Pty) Limited DATA SHEET NO : E15

Elasto-Tack

PROPERTY Specifications TEST METHOD

1) Modified binder content % m/m 65 – 68 MB – 22

2) Viscosity @ 50°C (Saybolt Furol) Sec. Min 20 Sec. MB – 21

3) Residue on sieving g/100 ml – Max.

710μm sieve ≤ 0.1 MB – 23
150μm sieve ≤ 0.5 MB – 23

4) Particle charge Positive MB – 24

5) Sedimentation after 60 rotations Nil SANS 4001 BT- 3 (5.6)

6) Typical Application 0.45 l/m2 Litres per square meter

PROPERTIES OF RECOVERED BINDER RESIDUE

7) Softening point °C - Min. ≥ 48 MB – 17

9) Elastic recovery @ 15oC, % min ≥ 50 MB – 4

11) Application temperatures 50°C – 70°C It is preferred to be sprayed at 60°C to

ensure better flow properties without damaging the
product at elevated temperatures

12) Uses Elasto-Tack is used as a spray application in regular

intervals for the tack coat when using integrated
paver/spraying machines.

13) Cleaning and handling Refer Safety data sheets:

NOTE : This data is issued as a guide to the use of the product(s) concerned and whilst every effort is made to ensure the
accuracy of the text which is in accordance with the latest technical developments, we cannot accept responsibility for any
work carried out with our materials as we have no control over the method of application used or condition of site involved. In
view of the constant research and development being undertaken in our laboratories we advise customers in their own interest
to ensure that this data sheet has not been superseded by a more up-to-date publication. All products are sold subject to our
standard conditions of sale which are available on demand.

Revised by: J. van Heerden Approved by: J. Muller

Date : December 2017

 COLBOND N™
Elastomer Modified Bitumen Emulsion

Product Data Sheet 2020/07

DESCRIPTION
COLBOND N™ is a medium viscosity cationic spray grade bitumen emulsion modified with SBR latex and special additives to
warrant enhanced bond strength properties with substrate.

USES
COLBOND N™ is used mainly for spraying as a bond coat when using integrated paver/spraying machines.

PROPERTIES
COLBOND N™ has enhanced residual binder properties, while the lower viscosity of the emulsion improves the flow of the
binder during application. COLBOND N™ is specially formulated with the use of no cutter to ensure that there is no solvent
entrapment in the overlaid surface, thus reducing the risk of bleeding. COLBOND N™ has great affinity for various substrates
and has excellent bond properties.

SPECIFICATIONS
COLBOND N™ conforms to the following specification:

EMULSION PROPERTIES REQUIREMENT TEST METHOD

Min Max
Binder content, % m/m 65 68 ASTM D244
Viscosity @ 50ºC, SFs 20 200 ASTM D244
Residue on Sieving, g/100ml 710 μm - 0.10 MB-23
150 μm - 0.50
Particle charge Positive MB-24
Sedimentation after 60 rotations Nil SANS 4001:BT3
RECOVERED BINDER PROPERTIES

Ring & Ball Softening point, ºC 65 75 ASTM D36

Elastic recovery @ 15ºC 50 60 MB-4
Penetration @ 25 ºC (0.1 mm) 35 55 EN 1426
Tmax Determined by G*/sin Delta, ºC 76 - PGP2

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

1. Only heat product prior to application. Heating should be gentle to reduce the possibility of deposits forming on the
burner flues. Do not heat the product during storage, but circulate for approximately 20-30 minutes every second day.
2. COLBOND N™ can be applied with a conventional distributor, integrated paver/sprayer or hand sprayer at a binder
spray temperature of 65°C and a minimum road surface temperature of 10°C.

3. Typical application rates are 0,4 – 0,6 l/m2.

4. To avoid blocked nozzles, load the product via a strainer fitted with a fly screen mesh. If possible, larger nozzles
should be fitted to the spray bar to reduce the frequency of blockages.
5. Can be stored for long periods at ambient temperature without risk of polymer thermal degradation. The residue
on sieving value will increase with prolonged storage, but should not affect performance of the binder.
6. Clean storage tank and spray bar regularly with solvent to dissolve latex residues.

Head Office
Cape Town PO Box 82 Eppindust 7475 Tel +27 (0)21 531 6406 Fax +27 (0)21 531 5514 Email [email protected] Website www.colas.co.za
Colas provides the above data sheet in good faith and it is provided without warranty, representation, inducement or licence of any kind; as such Colas shall not be liable for cost,
damages or losses incurred as a result of reliance on the abovementioned information.
 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
DATA SHEET NO : E36
(Pty) Limited

Suprabond T
PROPERTY Specifications TEST METHOD

1) Modified binder content % m/m 60 – 62 MB – 22

2) Viscosity @ 50°C (Saybolt Furol) Sec. Min 20 Sec. MB – 21

3) Residue on sieving g/100 ml – Max.

710μm sieve ≤ 0.1 MB – 23
150μm sieve ≤ 0.5 MB – 23

4) Particle charge Positive MB – 24

5) Sedimentation after 60 rotations Nil SANS 4001 BT- 3 (5.6)

6) Typical Application rate 0.3 l/m2 Undiluted for night work or humid areas
0.5 - 0.7l/m2 Diluted for bond coat or fogspray

PROPERTIES OF RECOVERED BINDER RESIDUE

7) Softening point °C - Min. ≥ 50 MB – 17

8) Elastic recovery @ 15oC, % min ≥ 50 MB – 4

9) Application temperatures This product can be applied with ambient temperature with hand
spray work or 50-60°C, to ensure better flow properties without
damaging the product at elevated temperatures.
If the product is diluted 50:50 and sprayed as a fog seal or tack
coat, a minimum of 1 - 4 hours drying time is required depending
on ambient temperature and coalecance phase. If heated or
diluted the product may start to coagulate and it is advised to only
heat or dilute product needed to be sprayed on the day.
10) Uses Suprabond T: used for integrated tack pavers, fog spray
applications, concrete tack coats, and has trackless properties.
11) Cleaning and handling Refer to Safety data sheets:

Suprabond T creates a superior bond between the existing surface and the ultra-thin friction
course (UTFC), concrete bond coats, or fog seals. The shearing force acting on the interface
between the substrate and asphalt overlay is much higher than those experienced with
thicker asphalt layers, therefore the emulsion is modified with an SBR polymer, and organo
silane to improve the residual binder properties, bond strength, and adhesion at the
interface. The elastomer also enhances the adhesion of the new thin layer to the existing
substrate under extreme traffic action. Suprabond T, once dry, will have minimal pickup due
to trackless properties. The binder will appear to be less tacky than conventional tack coat’s
and pickup of the binder will be reduced to a minimum if applied correctly.

NOTE: This data is issued as a guide to the use of the product(s) concerned and whilst every effort is made to ensure the
accuracy of the text which is in accordance with the latest technical developments, we cannot accept responsibility for any work
carried out with our materials as we have no control over the method of application used or condition of site involved. In view
of the constant research and development being undertaken in our laboratories we advise customers in their own interest to
ensure that this data sheet has not been superseded by a more up-to-date publication. All products are sold subject to our
standard conditions of sale which are available on demand.

Revised by: J. Lambert Approved by: J. Lambert

Date: September 2021

 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
DATA SHEET NO : E36
(Pty) Limited

Suprabond T

Industry Generic name: Advantage Disadvantage

Cationic modified
emulsion with the
addition of organo silanes
and SBR latex

70/100 pen grade bitumen, Softer base binder used for modification
increased softening point 70°C to ensure maximum storage stability and
and elasticity reduces risk of blocked nozzles.
Typical shear bond Open to traffic same day, Minimum 4 hours cure before traffic is
strength (kPa) 700 - 800 reduced particle size allows flow allowed, Slippery if water is introduced
into voids while product has not cured.
Typical bond strength Extends road minimum 3 years Only 3 years data on product
(kPa) 700 – 800 dry
conditions
Typcial bond strength No volatiles, Trackless Needs texture,
(kPa) 700 – 800 wet properties significantly reduces
conditions pickup
UTFC tack, conventional tack, To ensure maximum adhesion to
Concrete Bond coat concrete, the surface must be clean and
dust free. Prewetting of surface may be
required to break surface tension
Fog spray rejuvenation Diluted or heated product must be
sprayed on the same day
Trackless tack properties Under heavy loads and incorrect surface
conditions pickup may be observed.
Bond strength develops with time 4/24
and 72 hours full maximum strenght
Can be used at night work for Evaporation of water depends on
tack coat applications climatic conditions.
Elasto-Tack-Plus name was replaced by Suprabond T due to market confusion of
conventional Elasto-Tack-Plus

NOTE: This data is issued as a guide to the use of the product(s) concerned and whilst every effort is made to ensure the
accuracy of the text which is in accordance with the latest technical developments, we cannot accept responsibility for any work
carried out with our materials as we have no control over the method of application used or condition of site involved. In view
of the constant research and development being undertaken in our laboratories we advise customers in their own interest to
ensure that this data sheet has not been superseded by a more up-to-date publication. All products are sold subject to our
standard conditions of sale which are available on demand.

Revised by: J. Lambert Approved by: J. Lambert

Date: September 2021