There’s always more to learn.
It seems odd that there could be anything new to learn about a product that’s been extensively used for over 5,000 years. Yet at Trumbull, we continue to research and discover new ways to not only develop asphalt products, but to address concerns about its effects on the environment.
Our environmental initiatives with asphalt are focused in two primary areas: reducing fumes on the job site, and controlling vapor and emissions during manufacturing. We’ve provided a variety of published papers thoroughly documenting any potential adverse effects of asphalt fumes or manufacturing emissions, and our successes in addressing them.
For example, we have developed asphalt products that reduce fumes emanating from molten asphalt on built-up roofing (BUR) job sites. Our low-fuming asphalt products include TruLo®, and PermaMop®.
But Trumbull’s expertise extends beyond products. We’ve earned patents for our technological advances in controlling emissions generated during manufacturing, like our regenerative thermal oxidation (RTO) and additive technologies to reduce NOx and SOx emissions. We’ve developed products and procedures for use in our asphalt cutback operations that reduce emissions by as much as 85%. We’re even improving the safety of asphalt tanks by reducing the risk of tank explosions through monitoring vapor spaces, controlling vapor space fuel and eliminating ignition sources.
Indeed, asphalt is not a new product. But thanks to an unmatched commitment to research and development in the asphalt industry, Trumbull engineers continue to introduce new and improved ways to make asphalt better for our customers, and for the environment. Another perfect example of Applied Innovation™ at work!
Here’s where to learn more about the latest asphalt health, safety and environmental initiatives:
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