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Emulsified Asphalt Equipment + Thermal Oil Boiler
# Emulsified Asphalt Equipment + Thermal Oil Boiler: The Golden Duo for Highway Construction In modern highway construction, the synergistic application of emulsified asphalt equipment and thermal oil boilers has become a core technology for enhancing construction quality while significantly reducing energy consumption. The former transforms asphalt into a stable emulsion through mechanical shearing, while the latter utilizes efficient heat-transfer technology to precisely control asphalt temperatures. Together, these technologies not only meet stringent environmental standards but also drive the intelligent upgrading of construction processes. ## I. Emulsified Asphalt Equipment: The "Chemical Magician" of Highway Construction Emulsified asphalt equipment is the cornerstone of highway construction for tack coats, prime coats, and surface layers. Its core principle lies in using a colloid mill to break down asphalt into micron-sized particles, which are then uniformly dispersed in water to form a stable emulsion. Based on their production processes, equipment can be categorized into three types: batch-type, semi-continuous, and continuous. Batch-type units are ideal for small-batch, customized production—such as preparing modified emulsified asphalt—while continuous equipment enables 24-hour uninterrupted operation. ## II. Thermal Oil Boiler: The "Precision Butler" of Heat Transfer Thermal oil boilers feature a forced-circulation design, using thermal oil as the heat-transfer medium to deliver low-pressure, high-temperature heating. Their key advantages include: 1. **Safe and Efficient**: Operating at just 0.1 MPa pressure, they can produce up to 340°C, offering over 30% energy savings compared to steam boilers. 2. **Smart Control**: Equipped with a PLC touch-screen system, these boilers enable automatic temperature regulation, overheating alarms, and differential-pressure protection. 3. **Modular Design**: Boilers can be delivered as skid-mounted units, cutting on-site installation time to as little as 3 days. In the field of asphalt heating, thermal oil boilers demonstrate unparalleled value. Traditional open-flame heating methods often lead to asphalt degradation, whereas the thermal oil system ensures indirect heating, improving asphalt temperature uniformity by up to 40%. ## III. Synergistic Application: A Technological Breakthrough Where 1 + 1 > 2 Temperature control is critical in emulsified asphalt production: asphalt must be heated to a precise range of 130–160°C, while soap solution temperatures need to be maintained within ±2°C of 60°C. Thanks to its dual-loop heating system, the thermal oil boiler can simultaneously provide tiered heating for the asphalt tank, soap solution tank, and colloid mill, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency.