Scientifically proven
Asphalt Preservation Technology
Reclamite is a maltene-based asphalt preservation treatment that extends pavement life by restoring essential chemical components lost during manufacturing and through oxidation.
Trusted for over 50 years, Reclamite penetrates deeply and rebalances asphalt chemistry instead of just treating surface symptoms, cost effectively adding 5-7 years to pavement life with each application.
Reclamite is most effective on pavements in good condition (PCI 80-100 or PASER 8-10), delivering maximum ROI when applied within 1-2 years of new construction, overlay, or asphalt milling. While it can be successfully used on older pavements that maintain good condition, early application provides the greatest long-term cost benefits. It’s particularly effective on low volume state routes, shoulders, city and county streets, and helps preserve microsurfacing and chip seals.
Backed By Scientific Evidence, Not Just Claims
Reclamite has documented exceptional results across the country in vastly different climates and conditions. From the humid heat of Florida to the freeze-thaw cycles of Minnesota, our maltene replacement technology consistently extends pavement life and reduces maintenance costs.
A Springfield, Missouri study conducted comprehensive analysis of maltene-based treatments with remarkable findings:
56-63%
Viscosity Decrease After 3 Months
After just 3 months, roads treated with Reclamite showed viscosity decreases of up to 63% compared to untreated sections.
46-54%
Maintained Lower Viscosity Over 3 Years
Three years after treatment, these same roads still maintained up to 54% lower viscosity than untreated sections.
37%
Long-Term Viscosity Reduction After 9 Years
Even after 9 years of service, sections treated with our CRF product still showed a 37% viscosity reduction.
PROOF THAT GOES BEYOND LABORATORY TESTS
Field evidence includes documented performance comparisons showing dramatic differences between treated and untreated sections.
BETTER FOR YOUR ROADS AND BUDGET
Implementing Reclamite into your maintenance program delivers substantial benefits.
- Extends pavement life by 5-7 years per application, delaying major maintenance
- Prevents raveling and other signs of aging by restoring proper chemical balance
- Reduces long-term maintenance costs by preserving pavement integrity
- Helps you get ahead of maintenance cycles rather than falling behind
- Delays costlier treatments like chip seals and microsurfacing
- Reduces taxpayer burden by helping public works departments manage costs efficiently
- Improves driver safety by preventing pothole formation and maintaining surface integrity
- Minimal traffic disruption with quick 20-30 minute application and return to service
+ Maximizes return on your initial paving investment
THE HIDDEN PROBLEM WITH MODERN ROADS
Have you noticed your roads aren’t lasting as long as they used to?
It’s not your imagination. Modern roads are deteriorating faster than roads built decades ago, and it’s not just due to increased traffic or weather conditions.
The real problem begins before the first vehicle ever drives on your pavement, and it’s something most traditional maintenance approaches completely miss.
The Infrastructure Squeeze
Civil engineers and public works directors across the country are caught in an impossible situation.
Inflationary pressures are straining already tight budgets while infrastructure needs continue to grow. With limited funds being stretched across roads, bridges, water, and wastewater systems, critical road maintenance is often pushed to “next year” – a decision that compounds the problem exponentially.
Meanwhile, the traditional “worst first” approach forces you to spend your limited budget fixing roads that have already failed rather than preserving roads that could last decades longer with proper treatment. This reactive cycle keeps you perpetually behind, watching good roads deteriorate while you address emergency repairs.
Why Today’s Roads Fail Prematurely
Modern oil refineries have become extremely efficient at extracting valuable compounds from crude oil. While that’s great for producing gasoline and other products, it means that the maltenes, the flexible compounds that keep asphalt soft and pliable, that used to end up in asphalt are now being removed.
THE RESULT? Your new roads may start with up to 50% less maltene content than necessary to maintain proper durability. It’s like building a bridge with half the required support cables – it might look fine initially, but it’s structurally compromised from day one.
So now roads that should last 20-25 years often show serious problems after just 5-10 years.
THE SCIENTIFICALLY PROVEN SOLUTION
Maltene Replacement Technology
This is where Reclamite makes all the difference. The Reclamite maltene replacement technology was developed in the 1960s and refined over 50+ years through successful use on new road surfaces, low volume state routes, shoulders, city and county streets to preserve microsurfacing and even chip seals.
Unlike other treatments, this scientifically proven process:
1. Addresses the Root Cause
Chemical imbalance – by delivering specially formulated maltene compounds that match exactly what’s missing from modern asphalt
2. Penetrates Pavement Deeply
Reaching up to an inch into the pavement surface, not just creating a superficial coating
3. Creates Lasting Chemical Changes
Restoring the optimal balance between asphaltenes and maltenes
4. Provides Verified Results
Third-party testing has validated Reclamite’s performance through real-world results spanning multiple decades. Independent studies ranging from 5-32 years provide concrete evidence of both immediate and long-term performance benefits. View Documented Results
COST-EFFECTIVE AND PRACTICAL APPLICATION
For optimal results, apply Reclamite to asphalt surfaces showing minimal wear (PCI 80-100 or PASER 8-10).
Though effective on well-maintained older pavements, the highest return on investment comes from treating roads within 1-2 years after installation, overlay, or milling. The treatment performs exceptionally well on municipal streets, county roads, state highway shoulders, and lower-traffic routes, while also extending the life of microsurfacing and chip seal treatments.
GET THE SPECSThe application process is straightforward:
- Sprayed like a fog seal with diluted emulsion (60% Reclamite)
- Application rates are dependent on pavement age and condition
- Applied in one pass with 20-45 minute cure time
- Ready for traffic in 30 minutes
- Light coating of sand or limestone screening applied (1-2 pounds per square yard)
- Screenings swept after 1-2 days
- Road striping remains visible throughout the application process
- Number of Applications in a pavement’s lifecycle: 2-3 in 5 year intervals
DON’T JUST FIX ROADS
PREVENT ROADS FROM FAILING
The traditional “worst first” approach to road maintenance means you’re always playing catch-up, watching your budget disappear into emergency repairs while good roads continue to deteriorate.
With Reclamite, you can finally get ahead of the curve.
By preserving roads before they fail, you dramatically reduce the number of roads requiring expensive rehabilitation each year. This proactive approach frees up budget that can be allocated to other critical infrastructure needs or used to extend your preservation program further.
By understanding and addressing the true chemical cause of premature road deterioration, you’re not just fixing problems – you’re preventing them from occurring in the first place.
THE DATA IS CLEAR
Municipalities using Reclamite preservation programs see significant increases in overall pavement condition ratings, substantial long-term cost savings, and the ability to maintain more lane miles with the same budget compared to traditional maintenance approaches.
Speak to an Asphalt Preservation Expert
Let us show you how Reclamite can transform your pavement maintenance program with scientifically proven results. Contact our team today for a free consultation and on-site evaluation to see if Reclamite is right for your roads.
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