Title: DEVELOPMENT AND PERCEIVED BENEFITS OF PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATIONS IN THE UK
Abstract: This article discusses the features of the UK performance specifications for surfacing and base layers of pavements. The benefits as determined from UK experiences and conditions are discussed. A performance related specification for asphalt materials was implemented into the UK specifications in 1996, Clause 943 in the SHW (Specification for Highway Works). The clause was primarily implemented in order to: ensure materials reach the standard assumed in the pavement design; allow more scope for contractors to produce the most economic mix design; and ease the introduction of alternative materials.
Publication Year: 2002
Publication Date: 2002-07-01
Language: en
Type: article
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