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

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Mar 17th, 3:00 PM Mar 17th, 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.