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STAR-SEAL® is a heavy-duty refined coal tar sealer that is specifically designed to protect bituminous pavements. Composed of high temperature refined coal tar pitch, select mineral fillers and surfactants, STAR-SEAL® forms a tough, durable and flexible coating that protects asphalt pavements from the damaging elements of weather, water, salts, gas and other petro-chemicals.
Appearance:
The dark charcoal black color of STAR-SEAL® improves the appearance of new and old asphalt pavements. Unprotected asphalt surfaces gradually lose their rich black color due to oxidation and weathering. STAR-SEAL® preserves the smoothness and resilience of asphalt surfaces and helps hide rough spots, small cracks, patches and surface depressions. Pavements coated with STAR-SEAL® look cleaner because rainfall washes dirt and debris easily from the smooth, non-porous surface. Traffic lines become more visible.
Economy:
STAR-SEAL® substantially reduces maintenance costs and at the same time, extends the life of asphalt pavements by as much as 300%. The cost of STAR-SEAL® is truly a minor expense when compared to the cost of pavement replacement. STAR-SEAL® also greatly extends the life of existing sound pavements. [Notes: Table goes here ]
Application:
STAR-SEAL® must be applied to structurally sound pavements by experienced applicators.Asphalt pavement should be protected by two coats of STAR-SEAL®, however, the quantities and coverage rates must conform to manufacturer's detailed specifications. Average coverage rates are 0.18 to .20 undiluted gallons per square yard.STAR MACRO-FLEX®, latex additive and silica sand may be added for increased traction and durability.
Specifications and Standards:
STAR-SEAL® meets or exceeds...Federal Government Specification RP-355e (GSA-FSS), June 1987.U.S. Air Force and F.A.A. specifications State Specifications using coal tar emulsions for government projects and bridge decks. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) D-3320-74T and D-490, COKE oven tar specification. |
