In the asphalt and plasticizers industry there is a material that is widely used for its versatility and convenience, it is rubber reprocessing oil or RPO. From Chem Fuid, we want to tell you a little more about what this material is about and what its uses are.

Rubber Reprocessing Oils (RPO) can be synthetic or natural and are used commercially to produce a wide variety of products ranging from

• Asphalt which is popularly used for road construction
• Rubber bands for giant tires of various vehicles, including airplanes
• Battery straps, hoses, casings and containers
• Extruded products and molded technical products

One of the main characteristics of Rubber Reprocessing Oil (RPO) is the presence of the double junction mixing ring carbon structure. This oil has color stability, is soluble and has good thermal stability, which is why it is highly versatile.

Within its entire spectrum of uses, it is particularly special in the production of asphalt since it helps to seal and protect roads due to its good texture. When people are paving new roads or doing repairs, they usually end up putting down a layer of Rubber Reprocessing Oil (RPO) to protect the surface. What this oil does is create an insulating layer but it also perfectly penetrates the asphalt mix, helping to make it resistant to water, sand and other materials that usually damage roads.

Another of the benefits of Rubber Reprocessing Oil (RPO) is that it is possible to apply a layer of oil to roads periodically without the need to resurface to keep them in good condition and extend their useful life, keeping the surface as clean as possible. cleanest and most uniform possible. In the case of potholes, cracks or holes, they can be filled with a solution of crushed asphalt pavement and covered with oil to seal it. It must be borne in mind that this solution is temporary because it is very possible that the pavement detaches or detaches from the edges of the pothole.

It should be noted that this oil is difficult to remove, so the people who handle it must always use the appropriate equipment, from machinery to uniforms or personal protection elements, and avoid direct contact with the skin as much as possible. However, to remove rework oil (RPO) it will be necessary to use a solvent.

If you need information, guidance or the purchase of this product, you came to the right place! At Chem Fluid we have this and other materials for your business. Feel free to contact us for expert advice.