TDP Catalog

CivilEngineering

Tire-derived aggregatemade from recycled tires is used in a varietyof civil engineering applications. Thematerial’s uniquephysical properties – including lowdensity, high strengthwithexcellent drainage –make it a cost-effective, highperformance alternative inmany situationswhere special engineering specifications are required.

Civil EngineeringBenefitsMay Include: • Low-density, high strength aggregate • Vibrationdampening • Compressible • Excellent drainage • Easy toplace • Can reduceoverall tonnage requirements • Least cost option inmany engineering applications Civil EngineeringApplicationsMay Include: • Lightweight fill • Roadbase foundation • Retentionwalls • Landslide repair and slope stabilization • Vibrationdampening in light rail systems • Drainage layers for landfills and septic systems