United States

Iowa City, Iowa

Research: University of Iowa

Contractor: L.L. Pelling

Pre Mix-Type

LEADCAP Debuts on�Iowa City’s Capital Street Project

A new Warm-mix asphalt additive was introduced to America on Capital St. in Iowa�City on August 16. LEADCAP, a wax additive produced by Korean company� Kumho Petrochemical, was used to place approximately 300 tons of Warm Mix� Asphalt (WMA) by APAI member, L.L. Pelling Co., Inc. of North Liberty, IA.�

Over 30 attendees watched the L.L. Pelling Company paving crew place the 1.5"� surface course. The mix was plant produced at 260�F. "It looks like asphalt" said� L.L. Pelling Co. Paving Foreman, Jim Ozello. "We appreciate the City of Iowa City� giving us the opportunity to introduce warm-mix asphalt to this "green" city," said L.L.� Pelling Company, Inc. Vice President Brett Finnegan, "the use of WMA saves burner� fuel, reduces CO2 emissions, will lengthen the longevity of our pavements, and most� importantly, will provide a better work environment for our employees." - APAI.com