Sustainability has long been central to Much Asphalt’s vision. Since 2020, we’ve accelerated innovation in recycling, research, and low-carbon materials — reducing reliance on finite virgin resources and helping lower the carbon footprint of road construction.
Modern and regularly updated operating system software ensures product consistency across all Much Asphalt's 15 plants, enabling best practices and quality at all times.
Asphalt pavement is 100% recyclable, and Much Asphalt can incorporate 10% to over 50% recycled asphalt in new mixes—conserving petroleum and aggregate resources while reducing material costs.
World class testing equipment & expertise have put Much Asphalt’s laboratories in a class of their own. Our CenLab is the only fully SANAS-accredited bitumen & asphalt laboratory in South Africa.
Our subsidiary Spraypave produces Extended Bitumen Rubber (EBR) with 18%–22% recycled tyre rubber, improving road durability, flexibility, & lifespan.
Much Asphalt's partnership with USA-based Origin Materials creates a low-carbon bitumen with wood residues (since 2021).
We are testing Instant Bio-Bitumen, a carbon-negative bitumen from natural hydrocarbon resins and waste cashew nut shells.
Working with the CSIR, we are currently trialling waste glass as a partial aggregate replacement in hot mix asphalt. A successful trial of asphalt containing bitumen with recycled glass was done at Strand Golf Course as part of pathway upgrades.
Together with the CSIR, Much Asphalt is actively tackling the significant problem of waste plastics. Two trials focused on the proportion of non-recycled & non-recyclable waste plastic that can potentially be used as an aggregate & binder modifier in asphalt.
Using up to 50% recycled asphalt (RA) can reduce carbon footprint by up to 50% per tonne compared to a completely virgin mix.
By blending recycled ground tyre rubber into our specialised heavy-duty asphalt mixes, we replace approx. 20% of the petroleum-based virgin bitumen binder.
22% of Much Asphalt’s operations, offices, & laboratories use solar power systems, reducing reliance on the grid & lowering overall energy demand.
OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE
Quality is monitored across the entire value chain. Every plant, including our mobile units, is equipped with a dedicated Quality Control Laboratory. Our process begins with stringent raw material selection and extends through weighbridge checks to best-practice placement and lifecycle maintenance.
STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS
Our “Together We Can” philosophy emphasizes shared responsibility between the manufacturer and the contractor. We support this through
ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP
We are committed to preserving natural resources by advocating for recycled asphalt and alternative aggregate sources. As an industry leader, we focus on developing products that enhance the safety and longevity of South Africa’s road network while reducing long-term maintenance costs.
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