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Q: Is there any performance guarantee when using the stabilizer to construct the cart path?

We can provide a guarantee to the extent that the product will perform according to the laboratory test results and final mix design provided that the construction is done to specification.

Q: Can you provide an estimated cost for the construction of a cart path?

We cannot provide a definitive cost estimate until we have reviewed the soil indicator tests and have some idea of the mix design as well review of the current design of the cart path inclusive of cross sections, cut to fill layers etc. which will enable us to provide a more accurate survey of quantities.

Q: When used for cart paths will deterioration occur spasmodically resulting in pot holes occurring in the cart paths?

No, pot holes are a result of either poor drainage, ingress of water into the underlying layer or the occurrence of differential settlement or a combination of all the above. The stabilized layer will not have this if it is well compacted, sealed and maintained.

Q: Can the stabilized cart path be patched successfully without deterioration of the surface?

Yes, repair to any damaged area is similar to any road surface with the added benefit that the water based emulsion (stabilizer) will naturally coalesce with the pavement structure around it.

Q: Are soil samples required before final determination of application rates?

Yes samples are required and tests by an accredited civil engineering materials testing facility? The tests required are: Indicators = Grading and Atterberg limits (TMH1 Method A1, A2, A3 and A5) CBR = California Bearing Ratio (TMH1 Method A8) UCS = Unconfined Compression Strength (TMH1 Method A14) ITS = Indirect Tensile Strength (TMH1 Method A16T) W/D brushing = Wet-dry brushing test (TMH1 Method A19) Or the ASTM equivalents.