Bitumen, also known as asphalt, is a black, sticky, viscoelastic material produced through the distillation of crude oil. It stands as one of the oldest and most common construction materials, with a wide range of applications:
Road and Highway Construction:
The main application of bitumen in the construction industry is for surfacing and stabilizing roads and parking areas. Bitumen serves as an adhesive in asphalt, providing flexibility and resistance to various weather conditions.
Insulation:
Due to its waterproof properties and resistance to corrosion, bitumen is used for insulating roofs, basement walls, water tanks, and other structures.
Oil and Gas Industry:
In the oil and gas industries, bitumen is applied to coat and protect pipelines and storage tanks to prevent corrosion.
Marine Industry and Shipbuilding:
Because of its waterproof characteristics, bitumen is utilized in shipbuilding and maritime repairs to protect structures against seawater.
Building Materials:
Bitumen is used in producing shingle tiles for roofing and in the manufacture of various types of asphalt tiles.
