With ARMI, our interlayer system, we go right over failing concrete and create a shock-absorbing, crack-stopping barrier.
It’s fast — roads open to traffic in just hours, not days.
It’s safer — no messy grids or fabrics.
It saves a fortune — longer life, fewer shutdowns, less taxpayer money wasted.
It’s is easy —Asphalt Producer made with local materials and paver contractor installed.
ARMI Interlayer offers a revolutionary approach to pavement rehabilitation, specifically engineered to combat the most aggressive forms of reflective cracking from bad concrete. ARMI acts as a highly strain-tolerant, impermeable barrier, significantly extending pavement life and reducing long-term maintenance costs. With proven superior performance over traditional methods, ARMI ensures rapid construction and exceptional durability for critical infrastructure.
ARMI is specifically designed to address shear movement, which is identified as the number one cause of reflective cracking. No other solution is as effectively targeted at this critical distress.
It acts as a shock-dampening system, absorbing movement and preventing cracks from propagating through the overlay.
Designed with a 6428 binder and a double dose of aramid fiber to meet stringent high polymer specifications.
It's a low-void mixture (1-2% air voids) and is impermeable, protecting the base underneath from water infiltration.
"Do Nothing" Approach: Cracks reappear in 4-5 years, leading to rapid deterioration and early replacement (7-8 years).
Paving Fabric (Petromat): Provides only a 9-12 month delay in cracking, creates milling issues, and is not cost-effective for its limited benefit.
Glass Grid: Effective for horizontal movement but struggles with vertical movement between joints, requires tensioning, and third-party installation, leading to delays and higher costs.
The ARMI interlayer is produced by a paver, eliminating the need for third-party contractors and specialized installation equipment.
Allows for quick construction and rapid return to traffic within 3-6 hours, minimizing user delays on congested routes like the PA Turnpike.
Beyond crack mitigation, it protects the existing concrete base, leveraging the investment in the underlying structure.
Contributes to an improved ride quality for the traveling public.
ARMI offers a highly effective, durable, and efficient solution that aggressively combats reflective cracking, extends pavement life, and provides significant operational and economic benefits compared to traditional interlayer methods.
Choose Surface Tech for our unwavering commitment to quality and seamless integration with asphalt producers. Our proven solutions, specifications and support make it easy to deliver durable, long-lasting asphalt solutions that reduce maintenance and extend pavement life.
Connect with our experts today for personalized support and discover how ACE XP Aramid Fiber can elevate your infrastructure. Let's build stronger, together.
English