As our cities and towns expand and our roads, footpaths and public spaces are renewed, a new and sustainable product, PM2/20RG recycled pavement, is demonstrating significant benefits in performance and is more than just an environmental solution. PM2/20RG is set to become a key component in creating built environments that are built to last while also protecting our natural resources.
The demand for sustainable, cost-effective, and high-performance materials in civil construction is constantly increasing. A new and sustainable product, PM2/20RG recycled pavement, is demonstrating significant benefits in performance and is more than just an environmental solution. The PM2/20RG is a combination of reclaimed asphalt and granular pavement that was designed to offer great versatility for any pavement project and in road and infrastructure construction.
What exactly is PM2/20RG?
PM2/20RG is 100% recycled Class 2 pavement material made by processing and reusing asphalt and granular layers recovered during the road profiling process. Materials are separated, screened and graded to 20 mm at facilities like BildGroup’s Wingfield site in South Australia to produce a consistent, reliable and robust pavement blend.
The big difference in PM2/20RG is the inherent bitumen left in the recycled asphalt product. This naturally occurring binder improves particle interlock, compaction and strength with no need for additional additives. The result is a recycled product that matches and often exceeds the performance of quarry materials.
How PM2/20RG is made
The journey from demolition waste to high-quality pavement material follows a stringent process:
- Recovery: Asphalt and granular pavements are reclaimed during roadworks and profiling projects.
- Processing: Materials are sorted, screened, and cleaned to strict specifications, removing vegetation and foreign inclusions.
- Production: The entrained bitumen binds the granular particles, creating a well-graded, high-performance product suitable for multiple applications
Why choose PM2/20RG?
PM2/20RG has steadily grown in popularity because it offers advantages beyond sustainability:
- Eco-Friendly – Manufactured entirely from recycled pavement materials, PM2/20 reduces landfill use and decreases reliance on raw quarry resources.
- Cost-Efficient – By extending the lifecycle of construction materials, PM2/20RG lowers project costs and reduces the need for ongoing maintenance.
- Performance Driven – The residual bitumen improves bonding and durability, delivering strong compaction rates between 96% and 98% in field trials.
- Quality Assured – Products are rigorously tested through both internal checks and external NATA-accredited laboratories, ensuring compliance with Class 2 specifications.
For a civil infrastructure company focused on balancing performance and sustainability, PM2/20RG offers a solution that ticks both boxes.
Applications of PM2/20RG
The adaptability of PM2/20RG makes it a go-to choice for a wide variety of civil and road construction projects, including:
- Road Base and Sub-Base Layers: Acting as a stable foundation in flexible road pavement systems, PM2/20RG distributes loads evenly and resists deformation.
- Footpaths and Walkways: Delivering strength and stability in pedestrian environments while keeping costs down.
- Car Parks and Hardstand Areas: Providing a durable platform capable of withstanding frequent vehicle turning and heavy loads.
- Unsealed Rural Roads: Offering an economical solution for regional infrastructure while reducing dust and maintenance demands.
- Road Shoulders and Fill Layers: Ensuring stability and resilience in support zones of road networks.
In fact, road construction companies Adelaide and beyond have relied on PM2/20RG for years in both small-scale urban projects and large transport infrastructure works.
Case Study: performance in practice
PMC products such as PM2/20RG supplied by Bitu-mill have been used on a wide range of projects by Advanced Contractors for more than five years, with uniform results achieved. The high-quality results have been impressive with 96 –98% compaction rates on car parks, trucking yards, roadways and paths.
Advanced Contractors has found PM2/20RG extremely versatile; from an application point of view, it is easily compacted with a steel drum roller. Advanced Contractors has also had success using PM2/20RG with other recycled products, including Recycled Asphalt Product (RAP) or 40 mm Rock/RAP for dust suppression and rural driveways.
Sustainability without compromise
One of the greatest advantages of PM2/20RG is its role in advancing sustainable construction. By reusing reclaimed pavement material, the product:
- Reduces greenhouse gas emissions from quarrying and transport.
- Minimises landfill volumes by diverting construction waste.
- Encourages circular economy practices in civil infrastructure.
This combination of environmental and economic benefits makes PM2/20RG not only a practical choice for contractors but also an essential one for a future where infrastructure must be both resilient and sustainable.
The PM2/20RG advantage
Durability and responsibility. For engineers, contractors and councils, PM2/20RG’s advantage is the combination of these two powerful forces. That is the message it sends. Recycled products are not a compromise. Recycled products can outperform traditional materials when they are well-designed and responsibly controlled.
PM2/20RG is poised to play a significant role in Australia’s ongoing development and renewal of infrastructure. As our cities and towns expand and our roads, footpaths and public spaces are renewed, PM2/20RG is set to become a key component in creating built environments that are built to last while also protecting our natural resources.
M2/20RG is more than just another recycled pavement product. It’s a smarter, more sustainable and high-performing solution for the modern road and civil construction. Whether it’s being used in major highways or local footpaths, PM2/20RG’s versatility, compaction performance and environmental credentials make it a standout material for the future of infrastructure.
Innovation in material science continues to pave the way for smarter, more sustainable construction solutions. PM2/20RG is a shining example of how innovation can turn waste into opportunity and provide the industry with a stronger, greener and more cost-effective alternative for our roads.
