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Marshall Stability Testing for the Earthbind® Stabilization Process

Earthbind® Stabilizer is considered to be an environmentally-friendly, modified asphalt emulsion that is specifically engineered for base, sub-base, and sub-grade stabilization. Earthbind Stabilizer ships in a concentrated liquid form and is diluted with water for application purposes. For a stabilization process, the diluted Earthbind solution is incorporated and mechanically mixed into a soil/aggregate material…several inches in depth using a reclaimer/stabilizer.... read more »

AEMA’s 2019 AEMA Excellence in Manufacturing Award for Blue Line Transportation

At Blue Line Transportation, we would like to share our joy and gratitude with you after being recognized by the AEMA’s 2019 AEMA (The Asphalt Emulsion Manufacturing Association) Excellence in Manufacturing Award for our Blue Line Transportation team! To earn this award, we consistently met or exceeded AEMA requirements demonstrating best practices in all areas of manufacturing. It also offered... read more »

Plant Tolerance to Calcium and Magnesium Chloride Concentrations

In many parts of the West, magnesium and calcium chloride are commonly used as dust suppressant agents on unpaved roads during the dry months and for deicing on paved roads during the winter months. Like sodium chloride (table salt), both magnesium and calcium chlorides are salts. Magnesium or calcium chlorides are often used as dust control agents since they are... read more »

Prepping Roads for Winter Months Ahead

As summer ends and autumn approaches, now is the time to prep your roads for winter, helping people stay safe on both paved and unpaved roads. Preparing ahead of time will not only help prevent incidents but will be more cost-effective and save time for you. Here at Blue Line Transportation Company, we offer an efficient and effective solution to... read more »

Earthbind® Cleanup Procedures

Earthbind® products are non-ionic emulsions that are specifically engineered for dust control, base stabilization, and/or alternative paving. Earthbind is shipped in liquid concentrate form and is diluted with water prior to application. Since Earthbind is an emulsion that is mixed with water for application purposes, it can be easily washed off vehicles and equipment while it is still wet before... read more »

Earthbind® Prime Product Overview

Here at Blue Line Transportation Company, we always want to provide the best products for you and the environment around you. Earthbind® PRIME is an effective coat that has the ability to bind and control dust on unpaved roads. It is easily applicable and can be stored safely all while being environmentally-friendly. Read up on the latest overview of our... read more »

Earthbind vs. Water for Dust Control

Plain water is often used to control fugitive dust from unpaved roads since it is thought to be a cheap and simple approach to dust suppression. However, contrary to belief, using water by itself may prove to be very temporary, inefficient and in many cases futile. In fact, there can be many cases where frequent watering is required and can... read more »

Repair Damaged Roads With Mill and Fill and MicroCoat

Preserving pavement is necessary for long-lasting roads that don't require costly repairs in the future. With regular mill-and-fill treatments, the lifecycle of your roads will last much longer than if just left to deteriorate. Blue Line Transportation Company provides the needed asphalt products and transportation of this inventory throughout the counties and private properties of Washington, Oregon and Idaho. Mill... read more »

Quick and Easy Access to Oils and Fuels

Spring is officially here, whether it's still snowing in different parts of the country or not. As roads clear of snow and are hit with fresh rain, the frantic pace of everyone gets ready for the year's busiest time for travel, transportation and construction. Blue Line Transportation Company has been getting ready all winter-season, and we are ready to help... read more »

Road Recovery Winter Impact with MicroCoat®

Blue Line Transportation Co. is committed to ensuring the safe transportation of your products and has done so for over 40 years. In 2012, we expanded our services at our plant to include the manufacturing of high quality asphalt emulsions. With the winter season over, your roads are sure to have suffered the harsh after-effects of weather and temperatures. With... read more »