Discover Cutting-Edge Asphalt/Bitumen Testing Equipment

The line of Asphalt Bitumen Testing Equipment from Applied Test Systems (ATS) has been an essential part of the SHRP asphalt research program and its Superpave system. Every new system has been fitted with state-of-the-art, exclusive ATS software. It offers a sleek, digital touch screen, which enables users to test and record data easily.

For users searching for a highly simplistic and affordable testing solution, the BBR2S model is available without a touchscreen and has also been updated with the latest BBR2S software. Users can guarantee that they stay ahead of the curve with the company that has a notion towards the future.

Pyro-Clean^® Series

Developed to burn off test residue from laboratory equipment, it enhances earlier versions and integrates automatic operation, cutting-edge touchscreen technology, and a clean, matte-black design.

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Lab technicians do not need to depend on wire brushing, scraping, or hand heating to clean equipment. Operators can place everything in their Pyro-Clean^®, click start, and enable the machine to operate. This decreases mess, saves time, and creates a safer and highly efficient laboratory environment. With the availability of CE certification, European customers can experience all that the Pyro-Clean^® has to provide as well!

Features

CE certified

Low operating costs enable users to save both money and time

Industrial strength touchscreen display and improved ATS software

Ideal for use in injection molding, asphalt, and organic chemistry applications

Durable black powder-coated exterior, whereas all metal components exposed to the process are stainless steel

Completely automatic: saves valuable lab time by eliminating the need to hand-clean equipment or monitor cleaning

Consists of two adjustable, catalyst-filled shelves to house a range of equipment and sample holder sizes

Removes even trace residues of organic contaminants, leaving lab equipment ultra-clean for crucial testing

Decreases or removes dangerous waste material disposal, the dangers of glass breakage, and the entire mess linked to manual equipment cleaning

Developed using over five decades of process heating and materials testing industry experience

Product Specifications

Table 1. Source: Applied Test Systems

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Cleaning Temperature	User adjustable, factory set at 900 °F
Safety Features	Built in over pressure protection and shut off, automatic door lock, auto safety shutdown upon over temp, loss of draft, and numerous other conditions
Oven Capacity(Size Options)	2.5 cubic feet5.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions	(2.5 cu ft) 14.9 in W x 18.5 in D x 16 in H(5.2 cu ft) 23 in W x 19.5 in D x 20 in H
Power Requirements	240 VAC, 1 ph, 50/60 Hz, 30 A
Exterior Dimensions	(2.5 cu ft) 38 in W x 33 in D x 60 in H(5.2 cu ft) 46 in W x 33 in D x 63 in H
Approx. Weight	(2.5 cu ft) 380 lb(5.2 cu ft) 450 lb
RTFO Bottle Capacity	(2.5 cu ft) 64 bottles(5.2 cu ft) 112 bottles

Pressure Aging Vessel (PAV4)

The PAV4 has been designed to simulate the in-service oxidative aging of asphalt binder by exposure to high temperatures in a pressurized environment.

In-service oxidative aging of asphalt binder has been simulated by the ATS Pressure Aging Vessel (PAV4) via exposure to high temperatures in a pressurized environment. The PAV4 consists of an easy-to-use touchscreen, and new and improved software, offering the greatest level of reliability and efficiency during testing. Every PAV4 complies with ASTM D6521, AASHTO R28, and EN 14769 test standards.

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Features

CE certified

Enhanced recovery time of 30 minutes or less

Black powder-coated exterior is durable

Platinum RTD temperature measurement

Comes with an industrial-strength touchscreen display and enhanced software

USB port on the front of the unit is responsible for making data downloads and software upgrades simple

Consists of 10 AASHTO T 179 specimen pans and also a solid, secure precision anodized aluminum specimen holder

Optional battery backup system avoids test interruption or data loss as a result of line voltage fluctuations or power failure

Data acquisition parameters include temperature, time, and pressure

Product Specifications

Table 2. Source: Applied Test Systems

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Unit Design	Benchtop unit with integral vessel/oven design
Specimen Capacity	10 TFOT sample trays
Operating Pressure	2.10 ± 0.05 MPa (304 psi)
Temperature Range	90 °C to 115 °C ± 0.1 °C. Programmable from 50 °C to 150 °C
Power Requirements	208-240 VAC, 1 ph, 50/60 Hz, 10 A
Dimensions	27.5 in W x 18 in D x 30 in H
Weight	290 lb

Vacuum Degassing Oven (VDO Touch)

The ATS Vacuum Degassing Oven (VDO Touch) has been engineered to eliminate air bubbles produced.

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This was done while integrating updated software and touchscreen abilities to improve the testing experience of the users. The ATS VDO Touch complies with AASHTO R28, ASTM D6521, and EN 14769 test standards.

Features

Industrial strength touchscreen display and improved software offered

Comes with programmable vacuum time, temperature, and soak times

Platinum RTD temperature measurement is given

Remote connection enables users to track and regulate their VDO Touch offsite

Comes with optional ATS system verification kit

Consists of 4 eight-ounce containers and a specimen removal tool

Product Specifications

Table 3. Source: Applied Test Systems

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Unit Design	Bench Top Unit
Specimen Capacity	4 eight-ounce or 8 four-ounce specimen containers
Product Dimensions	24 inches wide x 16 inches deep x 12 inches high
Weight	78 lbs.
Temperature Range	Ambient to 392 °F (200 °C)
Temperature Accuracy	0.2 °F (±0.1 °C)
RTD Temperature Measurement Accuracy	Class A RTD at max. temperature ±1 °F (±0.55 °C)
Over-Temperature Protection	Disc Thermostat open on rise Auto reset, Open 425 °F ± 15 °F (218 °C ± 8 °C), Close 375 °F ± 20 °F (191 °C ± 12 °C)
Vacuum Range	6.6 KPA
Power Requirements	115 V / 60 Hz or 230 V / 50 Hz

Rolling Thin Film Oven (RTFO)

Applied Test Systems (ATS) introduces the new RTFO.This upgraded, less costlyversion comes with a powder-coated exterior, tough, sealed high temp bearing, and an accessible bottom tray for simple cleaning.

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Rolling Thin Film Oven (RTFO Touch)

Developed to simulate short-term asphalt binder aging according to ASTM D2872, AASHTO T240, Superpave, EN 12607, and California Test Method 346 test standards.

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Since 1965, Applied Test Systems (ATS) has been manufacturing custom furnaces and ovens and further entered into the asphalt binder testing market in the early 1990s.

The ATS RTFO Touch integrates years of experience in process heating and asphalt binder testing, making it highly easy-to-use and efficient testing equipment.

Having developed to simulate brief aging of asphalt binder as per the ASTM D2872, EN 12607, AASHTO T240, Superpave, and California Test Method 346 test standards, the RTFO Touch provides tailorable options and intuitive software to house an extensive spectrum of users.

Features

CE certified

Double walled stainless steel interior has the potential to retain a temperature of up to 205 °C (401 °F)

Durable black powder-coated exterior available

Easy-to-use touchscreen display

Comes with NIST traceable platinum RTD

NIST traceable digital flow meter is available

USB Port on the front available for data downloads and software updates

Remote monitoring communication can be performed

Data acquisition included

Heat-recovery time around 5 minutes

Programmable airflow, temperature, and duration of the aging process available

End-of-process alarm (both audible and visual)

Product Specifications

Table 4. Source: Applied Test Systems

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Specimen Capacity	8 high-temperature glass bottles
Temperature Range	0 °C to 205 °C ± 0.5 °C
Air Requirements	A source of clean, dry air with 60-150 psi
Speed Control	Within 15 ± 0.05 RPM
Power Requirements	208-240 VAC, 1 ph, 50/60 Hz, 10 A
Dimensions	34 in W x 28.25 in D x 32 in H
Weight	270 lb

Exclusive Features

Sealed high temp bearings located outside of the heatzone for zero maintenance and durability.Image Credit: Applied Test Systems

Silicone rings allow for easy installation and preventdamage to bottles.Image Credit: Applied Test Systems

The bottom tray and elements are easily accessible forcleaning and upkeep.Image Credit: Applied Test Systems

Bending Beam Rheometer 2S (BBR2S)

Designed to execute flexural tests on asphalt binder or bitumen and identical specimens per BS EN 14771, ASTM D6648, and AASHTO T313.

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Bending Beam Rheometer 3S (BBR3S)

BBR3S has been designed to execute flexural tests on asphalt binder and similar specimens per AASHTO TP 87, AASHTO T 313, ASTM D6648, and BS EN 14771 specifications as part of the PG grading system as per Superpave.

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The ATS Bending Beam Rheometer 3S (BBR3S) executes flexural tests on asphalt or bitumen binder and similar specimens per AASHTO T 313, ASTM D6648, AASHTO TP 87, GOST 58400.8-2019, and BS EN 14771 specifications as part of the PG grading system as per Superpave.

An ATS original, the BBR3S is the first of its kind to provide a cutting-edge internal computer system, integrating intuitive new software and touchscreen technology.

Features

Enhanced temperature control algorithms stability integrating a next-generation controller.

Redesigning the calibration disk and weight pan standardizesthe LVDT sensor with a decreased chance for possible error by reducing changes in positioning the weight pan at the time of standardization.

Test data comes in HTML and CSV

Comes with 12″, industrial strength touchscreen display

New stirrer motor guarantees exceptionally long motor life due to no moving parts. It has aparticularly quiet operation and is unaffected by moisture

Remote monitoring capabilities provided

Programmable test parameters include load plot, deflection plot, bath temperature, testing times, load, specimen size, and testing company

Optional changeable specimen assists simple transition for crack sealant testing

Small external chiller with decreased noise during operation

Customizable report settings—add company notes, logo, and accreditations

Product Specifications

Table 5. Source: Applied Test Systems

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Load Frame Construction	Integral stainless steel, frictionless construction
Loading Shaft Point	In-line stainless steel with blunt point
Test Load	Variable test range from 0 to 4,500 mN (459 g) standard. System maintains required test load within +/- 5 mN (0.5 g) throughout test cycle.
Test Cycle Times	Cycle times for pre-load, recovery, and test load are completely operator-adjustable.
Load Cell	500 g (temperature-compensated)
Mechanical Overload Protection	Standard
Testing Temperature Range	0 to -40 °C (32 to -40 °F)
Temperature Measurement	Platinum RTD
Power Requirements	115 VAC, 1 ph, 50/60 Hz, 2 A or 230 VAC, 1 ph, 50/60 Hz, 2 A
Air Pressure	60 psi inlet pressure (414 kPa) @ Class 3 Quality max particle of 5 μm
Test Weights	Calibrated and traceable to NIST
Rating	IP20 Enclosure rating
Sample Supports	3 mm (0.118 in) radius stainless steel spaced 101.6 mm (4.00 in) apart
LVDT Displacement Transducer	0.25 in (6.35 mm) calibrated range to provide 2 μm resolution throughout testing and verification range.
Data Display	Large on-screen display of load, displacement, and bath temperature provides ease of setup and operation. Real-time displacement, loading, and temperature graphs are displayed during the test cycle and can be re-plotted and re-scaled as needed for easy viewing.
Tank Liquid Volume	1.5 gallons (5.5 liters)
Weight	150 lb
Dimensions	BBR: 24 in W x 26.5 in D x 23.5 in H (with load frame)Chiller: 10.5 in W x 20 in D x 9.25 in H

SHEAR1

SHEAR1 is a smooth tool for testing hot mix asphalt (HMA) to identify the shear parameters in association with the permanent deformations of asphalt mixtures in a uniaxial repeated shear test along with horizontal deformation limitation.

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Series 510 Sealant Tester

The Series 510 Sealant Tester has been utilized for testing sealing compounds, coatings, construction adhesives, and other building test materials. It fulfills ASTM D 5329 and ASTM D 6690 test specifications.

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Series 530 Sealant Tester

Developed to execute Aymar Type Tests at 1/8″ per hour at variable speeds of 1/8–2 1/2″per minute as per ASTM C 910, ASTM C 736, ASTM C 719, ASTM C 1305, ASTM D 6690, FEDERAL SS-S200, ASTM D 5329, and FEDERAL TT-S230.

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Series 530 Sealant Tester Roofing Fixture

Extra fixtures for the Series 530, enabling the operator to test polymer-modified bituminous membrane specimens to ASTM D 5329, ASTM D 5849, and ASTM D 6690 test specifications.

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Series 540

Adaptable and computer-controlled touch screen system developed for load capacities of up to 4,000 lbf (17.7kN). This fixture provides dual load rods for even load distribution. The Series 540 meets ASTM C719, C910, C920, C736 abd ASTM D 5329 testing specifications.

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