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Transition Zones

Application Overview

Transition zones such as road widening interfaces, asphalt-over-concrete sections, utility crossings, and expansion joints are highly susceptible to cracking due to abrupt changes in pavement stiffness and differential movement.

POME’s asphalt reinforcement systems are specifically engineered to stabilise these critical interfaces. By incorporating high-performance asphalt interlayers, pavement stresses are redistributed, reflective cracking is controlled, and long-term performance of transition zones is significantly improved.

Ground Challenges in Transition Zones

Differential Movement
Changes in stiffness between old and new pavements, asphalt and concrete, or trench backfills create high stress concentrations.
Reflective Cracking
Cracks from joints, utility trenches, and existing pavements propagate rapidly into new asphalt layers.
Moisture Ingress
Open cracks allow water to penetrate, weakening foundation layers and accelerating deterioration.
Recurring Maintenance
Conventional overlays provide only short-term relief, making transition zones long-term maintenance hotspots.

POME’s Solution

Installs high-performance asphalt reinforcement interlayers across transition interfaces.
Balances stiffness and strain between adjacent pavement sections.
Absorbs stresses caused by movement, joints, and material transitions.
Limits moisture ingress into lower pavement layers.
Supported by POME’s engineering expertise to ensure correct product selection for complex transition conditions.

Benefits

Effective Control of Reflective Cracking at Interfaces

Improved Pavement Continuity Across Transition Zones

Reduced Maintenance Frequency and Repair Costs

Enhanced Resistance to Differential Settlement and Traffic Loading

Proven Performance in High-Risk Pavement Locations

Engineered for Efficiency

POME’s asphalt reinforcement solutions are designed to address the unique challenges found in pavement transition zones. By reinforcing asphalt layers and managing stress concentrations at material interfaces, we deliver durable, reliable pavement systems with predictable long-term performance. Our engineered approach ensures that transition zones no longer represent weak points in the pavement structure.