Alligator Cracks Alligatored asphalt is characterized by interconnected cracks forming small pieces that range in size from about 1” to 6” and appear much like alligator skin. This damage is caused by failure of the surfacing due to traffic loading and often due to inadequate base or deficient subgrade support. If the subsurface is not [...]
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Asphalt Damage, Part 4, Distortion
Shoving or rippling is caused by surfacing material displacing crossways to the direction of traffic. It can develop into washboarding when the asphalt mixture is unstable because of poor-quality aggregate or improper mix design. Very large repairs can be handled by milling smooth and overlaying with stable asphalt mix. This may not last for a [...]
Defining the Benefits of Roklin’s Repair Products
smooth /smuð/ adverb, verb, noun, adjective 1. free from projections or unevenness of surface; not rough: smooth wood; a smooth road. SMOOTH, as in the ride provided by FloMix (asphalt) or FlexSet (concrete) repairs. en·dur·ing /ɛnˈdʊərɪŋ, -ˈdyʊər-/ adjective 1. lasting; permanent: a poet of enduring greatness. ENDURING describes how FloMix and FlexSet repairs are long-lasting. [...]
Pavement Damage 15,Pavement Settling or Heaves
Unstable or poorly-drained subgrade soils may cause pavements to settle after construction. Poorly-compacted utility trenches may also settle. This may be a gentle swale or a fairly severe dip. Frost-susceptible soils and high water tables can cause pavements to heave during the winter months. Water will freeze, expand and cause cracks. Extensive pavement cracking and [...]
Crack Repair Tip
When repairing pavement with a slope, make sure there is a barrier (such as a piece of wood) to keep the FloMix (for asphalt cracks or other damage) or FlexSet ( for concrete cracks or breakdown) from flowing out of your repair. Remove the barrier before the material is set.
Spring Is Here
Now that the weather is improving, snow is melting, roads are drying, asphalt cracks and concrete cracks are appearing. This is the time to fix your pavement. Asphalt cracks and concrete cracks quickly turn into alligatoring and potholes. Simplify your pothole repair Polyurethane repair kits are faster and easier Repairs are fast and long-lasting Internet [...]
Your Four-leaf Clover
Who was Saint Patrick? Saint Patrick was the missionary credited with converting the Irish to Christianity in the A.D. 400′s. What is Saint Patrick’s Day? It is the Irish holiday honoring Saint Patrick and Irish heritage and to wear green and have a good time. What is the significance of the Shamrock or three-leaf clover? Saint [...]
Check Out Our Pothole Contest
Monday is the last day to submit photos for our pothole contest but please come back to vote on the worst pothole. The winner will have the pothole repaired and a free tire allignment. Second place will get a $50 car repair certificate and the 3rd prize is a $25 gift card. The photo with [...]
To Battle Rising Gas Prizes, Roklin Systems Adds a $25 Gas Card to Contest Prizes
Three Winners in Contest for Southern California’s Worst Pothole to Be Chosen Roklin Systems, Inc. announces a third place prize of a $25 gas card to because of rising gas prices. The average gas price for a gallon of regular are now topping $3.61, a record high for this time of year. Not only are [...]
Tips for Improving Your FloMix Asphalt Patch
Asphalt is going to breakdown whether from traffic, rain or improper upkeep. There is no questions about asphalt decaying. Cracks and potholes are a problem that will only grow and should be fixed with an asphalt patch. FloMix should be used for an asphalt patch. It provides a fast-setting repair with almost no interruption of [...]
- The Stuff Repairs Are Made Of
- Importance of Communication
- Why Do We Have Leap Year?
- Dopey Soup, aka PolyFlex DS
- How to Fix Asphalt Water Damage
- Asphalt Damage, Part 7, Alligator Cracks
- Asphalt Damage, Part 6, Block Cracks
- Asphalt Damage, Part 5 and 6
- Roklin Opens New Manteresting Account
- Transverse Cracks in Asphalt
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