Asamer’s current innovations.
Continual research – market innovation – new technologies and products.
The wealth of ideas we have is the basis of Asamer’s success. However, successful innovation only actually occurs if these ideas are backed up by concrete actions. In order to keep ahead in an extremely competitive market, Asamer invests large sums every year in research and development. New technologies are being designed specifically for the construction industry, to improve the utilisation of the raw materials and the quality of the end products.
Asamer’s current innovations.
ASAplex F100:
A predominantly natural rubber, mechanically and cryogenically processed to an optimal grain shape and combined with synthetic milled fibres. ASAplex F100 improves asphalt characteristics in respects to deformation resistance and rigidity.
ASAplex G250:
A synthetic SBR rubber, mechanically and cryogenically processed to an optimal grain shape and combined with synthetic milled fibres. ASAplex G250 is used as a binding agent medium in asphalt concrete production and prevents the adhesive agents from draining off during transport and placement (SMA, SMA L). The rubber contingent also modifies the inherent properties of the asphalt.
Rubber curtains:
Rubber curtains are an innovative form of underride protection made from rubber and meshed steel. These are fixed onto existing guard rails and protect motorbike riders from sliding under the rails or hitting the rail posts if they crash. The product has a 1.5 mm thick steel plate with a high tensile strength which is covered with a 15 mm thick rubber mat made from recycled tyres. The curtains are screwed to the existing guard rails.
Zeolite:
Zeolites are naturally occurring hydrated alumino-silicate minerals with a micro-porous structure. These pores can be used to store or extract other substances. The absorption characteristics of zeolites make it particularly useful in agriculture where it can be used as a fodder additive, litter or to improve the environmental conditions in stalls. Zeolites can also be used for building sewage works and man-made lakes, as well as a toxic filter. Asamer is developing a zeolite product for cat lovers – cat litter.
www.lithosmineral.at
Cemtex:
Cemtex is a recyclable binding material made from rubber balls, cement, water and additives. It can be coloured and used as decorative plates or as an alternative to plaster board in dry mortarless construction. Cemtex was awarded the Lafarge Award for innovation in 2006.
Fluid, self-thickening material to fill trenches.
This is a special mixture of binding materials, sand and additives. It is especially suitable for filling trenches with closely laid pipes which need a quick but solid bed which can be removed again for maintenance work.
Basalt fibres:
Basalt fibres are manufactured through a process of melting basalt and extruding it through tiny nozzles to form fibres. This process was originally developed in the former USSR in strict secrecy and was use by the space and aeronautic industries. Continuous basalt fibre is very resistant to high temperatures, chemicals and alkaline, and has a high tensile strength. It is a very good insulator, can be easily recycled and is made from a natural raw material.
Read more about basalt fibres at www.asatec.at