Examines the pros and cons of using waste materials in the production of hot-mix asphalt. 17 peer-reviewed papers relate how waste materials should be processed and handled; how various waste materials can be physically added to the asphalt mix; the effects on mix properties and performance; and the resultant cost increase in the finished product. In 7 sections:

• Philosophy and Use of Waste Materials

• Tire Rubber

• Glass

• Ash

• Roofing Shingles

• Petroleum Contaminated Soils

• Polyethylene Waste.

A valuable resource for those who are planning to use any type of waste product as one of the component materials in the production of hot mix asphalt.