Abstract
Spray-applied rejuvenators are increasingly used as a proactive pavement preservation tool. This presentation will explore their benefits, recent research findings, and key product attributes valued by road owners. We will discuss limitations and challenges facing current rejuvenator technologies and explore how recent innovations improve user value. An agency representative will provide firsthand insights into the practical use and performance of rejuvenators in network-level pavement management, offering a real-world perspective on their role in extending pavement life and improving asset condition.
Session Number
60
Session Title
From Feedback to Innovation: Next-Gen Asphalt Preservation
Track Title
PAVEMENTS
Location
STEW 320
Date of Version
2026
Start Date
3-17-2026 3:00 PM
End Date
3-17-2026 3:50 PM
From Feedback to Innovation: Next-Gen Asphalt Preservation
STEW 320
Spray-applied rejuvenators are increasingly used as a proactive pavement preservation tool. This presentation will explore their benefits, recent research findings, and key product attributes valued by road owners. We will discuss limitations and challenges facing current rejuvenator technologies and explore how recent innovations improve user value. An agency representative will provide firsthand insights into the practical use and performance of rejuvenators in network-level pavement management, offering a real-world perspective on their role in extending pavement life and improving asset condition.


