What is Bitumen Emulsion CMS-2?
Royal Bitumen Emulsion CMS-2 is a high-quality liquid mixture made mainly from water and bitumen. The bitumen used in this product is a medium-grade type.
To make sure the mixture stays stable and does not separate over time, special chemicals called emulsifiers and stabilizers are mixed into it. These additives keep the bitumen droplets floating evenly in the water.
This product has a medium thickness (viscosity). Because it is thick enough but still easy to use, it works very well for many types of road jobs. You can use it for road surface treatments, tack coats, and cold mix asphalt.
One big benefit of Royal Bitumen CMS-2 is that you can apply it at normal outdoor temperatures. This means workers can use it in cold weather or even when the ground is damp.
It is very easy to mix with stones and spray onto the road, which makes road construction and fixing potholes fast and simple.
Royal Bitumen CMS-2 is also useful for chip sealing when the stones or aggregates are not perfectly clean. But because this emulsion takes a medium amount of time to set (dry), engineers must manage traffic carefully until it cures. How fast the emulsion dries always depends on the weather and air conditions during the work.
Application of Royal Bitumen Emulsion CMS-2
Cold Mix Asphalt: You can use Royal Bitumen CMS-2 to make cold mix asphalt. For this job, you mix the emulsion with stones, gravel, and sand at normal outdoor temperatures.
This creates a flexible mix that is easy to move and shape. Workers use this cold mix to fill potholes, repair small broken parts of roads, and do fast, low-cost road fixes.
Construction of Low-Traffic Roads: This emulsion is perfect for building quiet rural roads or streets with low traffic. In these places, using hot asphalt is often too expensive or difficult.
Since CMS-2 works at regular temperatures, it saves a lot of energy and protects the environment.
Anti-Corrosion Coatings: Royal Bitumen CMS-2 can work as a protective layer for big industrial tools, pipelines, water tanks, and steel structures.
When you spray or paint it on a metal surface, it dries into a strong, waterproof shield. This shield stops water and dangerous chemicals from reaching the metal, preventing rust.
Adhesive and Sealing Compounds: This product works well as a strong ingredient in glues and sealing materials, especially when you need a bond that blocks water completely and lasts for a very long time.
Soundproofing: You can use this bitumen emulsion to make materials that block sound. It is used in industrial buildings, around noisy machinery, and inside sound walls. It helps stop vibrations and makes the environment quieter.
Royal Bitumen Emulsion CMS-2 Advantages
Royal Bitumen CMS-2 gives excellent results for building new roads and fixing old ones, saving money while performing very well.
It reduces project costs because it does not need high heat during production or application, unlike traditional hot bitumen. This saves a lot of fuel and energy, making it a smart choice for projects that need to save money and time.
After the emulsion dries completely, it forms a powerful shield against water. This shield protects the inside structure of the road from water damage and cracks, making the road last much longer.
Furthermore, when you use it for top surface treatments, it makes the road less slippery. This improves tire grip and makes driving much safer by preventing accidents on wet roads.
Safety Guidelines for Royal Bitumen CMS-2
Personal Protection and Fresh Air: Always wear the right protective gear when you handle Royal Bitumen CMS-2. This includes safety gloves, eye goggles, and heavy clothes.
Always work in open areas with plenty of fresh air to avoid breathing in any fumes or gases that might come out of the liquid.
Fire Safety and Storage: Even though this is a water-based emulsion, it still has materials that can catch fire. Keep it far away from open fires, sparks, and hot surfaces, and always keep fire extinguishers close to the work area. Store the liquid in safe, approved conta
Technical Data Sheet (CMS-2)
| Feature | Exact Grade: CMS-2 | Test Method |
| Viscosity, Saybolt Furol at 50°C, SFS | 50 – 450 | ASTM D7496 |
| Storage Stability Test 24-h, % | Max 1 | ASTM D6930 |
| Coating Ability & Water Resistance | ||
| Coating, Dry Aggregate | Good | ASTM D244 |
| Coating, After Spraying | Fair | ASTM D244 |
| Coating, Wet Aggregate | Fair | ASTM D244 |
| Coating, After Spraying | Fair | ASTM D244 |
| Particle Charge Test | Positive | ASTM D244 |
| Sieve Test, % | Max 0.1 | ASTM D6933 |
| Oil Distillate, by Volume of Emulsion, % | Max 12 | ASTM D6997 |
| Residue, % | Min 65 | ASTM D244 |
| Penetration, 25°C, 100g, 5s | 100 – 250 | ASTM D5 |
| Ductility, 25°C, 5cm/min, cm | Min 40 | ASTM S113 |
| Solubility in Trichloroethylene, % | Min 97.5 | ASTM D2042 |