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how much does asphalt compact following rolling



i imagine these things make a difference; type or design of mix, weight of roller, temp, vibration/no vibration and other variables. am i correct?

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yes you are correct in what you said in your question. there are many variables that will affect how much it will compact. however, a general rule is 1/4 inch per 1 inch of asphalt.


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