Petra Oil’s RS-1 is a rapid setting cationic bitumen emulsion designed for use in surface dressing, tack coat, and quick repair applications where fast bonding and quick curing are essential. RS-1 stands for Rapid Setting – Grade 1, and it is formulated with a specially selected cationic emulsifier system that ensures rapid adhesion to aggregates and pavement surfaces, even under challenging weather or traffic conditions.

This high-performance emulsion is ideal for use in fast-paced road construction and maintenance environments where time is a critical factor. Thanks to its quick setting properties, RS-1 minimizes downtime and allows roads to open to traffic sooner after application, making it especially beneficial for high-traffic zones, urban streets, and emergency patching works.

Key Specifications:

• Type: Cationic Bitumen Emulsion (RS-1)
• Setting Time: Rapid Setting
• Standard Compliance: IS 8887:2018
• Application Temperature: Ambient (Cold application)

Main Applications of RS-1:

• Tack Coat in Bituminous Road Construction: RS-1 forms a strong adhesive layer between existing and new asphalt surfaces, improving interlayer cohesion and load distribution.
• Surface Dressing for Roads: Perfect for single or double surface dressing works where quick setting is necessary for early trafficking.
• Patching and Repair Works: Effective in emergency pothole repair or road patching tasks requiring minimal curing time.

Benefits of RS-1:

• Fast Curing Time: Allows quick application and traffic resumption, reducing construction delays.
• Excellent Adhesion: Cationic nature ensures strong bonding with a variety of aggregates, including moist surfaces.
• No Heating Required: Safe, energy-efficient, and easy to apply in all conditions.
• Improved Productivity: Rapid setting formula enhances efficiency in high-speed roadwork operations.