Products

A Wide Range of Aggregate Sizes to Meet Clients' Needs

Aquaphalt 4.0 (Fine)

Use & Repair Thickness

• Designed for thin repairs, approximately 0.5 to 1 inch depth (i.e. under 1 inch).

• Suitable for large cracks, trip hazards, thin concrete overlays, and shallower asphalt repairs where using a coarser aggregate would be too “rough.”

Characteristics / Strengths

• Because of its fine aggregate, the patch is smoother and more compatible for shallow surfaces.

• Helps to avoid “voids” or gaps in thin patches (as a coarser mix might leave voids or not compact fully).

• Often used as a top material over coarser fill in a “fill then cap” strategy: e.g. a coarse layer below, then 4.0 on top for a polished final surface. Many users use 6.0 underneath and finish with 4.0.

Limitations / Considerations

• Not suited for deep repairs — using 4.0 for deep holes may lead to excessive settlement or lack of structural integrity.

• In deeper patches, compaction can be less effective if the aggregate particles are too small or too “packed.”

• May cost more per volume for the same depth, since more material may be needed to fill deeper areas.

Aquaphalt 9.0 (Course)

Use & Repair Thickness

• Designed for very deep repairs, generally 2 inches or more (or “2+” repairs).

• Acts as a base or structural fill in large roadway damage, before potentially topping with a finer aggregate layer.

Characteristics / Strengths

• The coarsest aggregate mix—good for structural strength, filling large voids, and serving as a durable base.

• Excellent when large material removal or deep degradation has occurred and a more robust “backfill” is needed.

• In many deep repairs, 9.0 might be placed first, and then capped by 4.0 or 6.0 to get a smoother final surface. Some practitioners question using 9.0 alone because its coarseness may affect ride quality or surface smoothness.

Limitations / Considerations

• Because of its large aggregate size, compaction at shallow depths may be harder or less uniform.

• The surface might be rougher if not capped or smoothed with finer material.

• In shallow settings, using 9.0 could result in “voids” or inability to tamp fully around the larger pieces.

Aquaphalt 6.0 (Medium)

Use & Repair Thickness

• Intended for repairs of 1 inch or greater depths (i.e. 1"+).

• A general-purpose, all-around variant, covering the majority (> 90%) of repair jobs.

Characteristics / Strengths

• Balanced aggregate size — coarse enough to provide structural strength and good compaction, yet fine enough to compact well in moderate-depth patches.

• Because it suits many common repair depths, inventory-wise it’s the most popular and “go-to” option for contractors.

• Retains the advantages of the Aquaphalt system: water-activated, fast curing, usable in various weather, etc.

Limitations / Considerations

• In very shallow repairs (< 1 inch), it may not surface-smooth as well as 4.0, and could appear “rougher.”

• In very deep repairs, 6.0 may not provide optimal stability compared to a coarser base layer (e.g. 9.0) as a first fill.

Hand Tampers

Type 1: Light/Standard Hand Tamper

• A basic tamper model intended for typical patch repair work using Aquaphalt material (for depths of ~0.5″ to ~2″, general patches).

• The ~17 lb weight makes it manageable for a single technician doing smaller repairs or where mobility is important.

• Equipped with shock-absorbing mount (neoprene rubber) to reduce vibration transfer into the operator’s body (forearms/back) — helpful for reducing fatigue and risk of injury, especially when doing many patches.

• Cushion grip handle improves ergonomics and grip when working in damp/dirty conditions.

• Ideal for: Smaller potholes, utility cuts, sidewalk/driveway patches, areas accessible by hand. Especially useful where heavy compaction equipment (plate compactor) is not practical or cost-effective.

Type 2: “Heavy-Duty or Extended Reach Hand Tamper”

• Geared toward larger repairs — think bigger potholes, roadway repair, deep utility cuts, or in areas where less frequent compaction passes but more mass/weight is needed.

• A heavier model with extended handle/plate size for more leverage and reach.

• When using Aquaphalt 9.0 (coarse aggregate, deep repairs) compaction demands are higher. The heavier or larger-footplate tamper increases efficiency.