Elastiko® Engineered Crumb Rubber (ECR)
What Is Rubberized Asphalt?
Rubberized asphalt is produced from grinding up whole scrap tires from automobiles. Elastiko® is applied to the crumb rubber to improve the handling and workability characteristics of the mix—helping producers deliver performance similar to polymer-modified mixes while reducing cost, improving plant operations, and supporting sustainability goals.
A practical way to upgrade asphalt performance—without polymer complexity.
Contractors and agencies want improved rutting + cracking resistance, better compaction, and longer pavement life. ECR is engineered to deliver those gains while fitting normal plant operations.
Polymer Cost + Operational Headaches
When polymer mixes increase complexity, slow production, or require additional equipment, projects stall.
Rutting, Cracking, and Freeze–Thaw Stress
Heavy traffic and extreme swings punish standard mixes—especially during shoulder seasons.
Waste, Truck Cleanout, and Material Loss
Residue in beds and cleanout adds cost and mess—especially on high-volume paving schedules.
Built for production, paving, and profit.
Elastiko® ECR is engineered crumb rubber that behaves like a high-performance modifier while aligning with the realities of plant output, crew workflow, and spec-driven projects.
Polymer-like performance
Improves rutting + cracking resistance in demanding traffic and temperature conditions.
Dry process simplicity
Introduced like a fine aggregate through a feeder system—no special binder tanks required.
Better workability + compaction
Helps crews hit density targets with fewer headaches during variable conditions.
Sustainability advantage
Recycled tire rubber benefits agencies and supports responsible material use.
Designed to fit standard plant operations.
ECR is introduced in dry form through a feeder unit (similar to fiber addition) into the RAP collar. During mixing, storage, and transport, the binder interacts with the engineered rubber to deliver high-performance behavior.
Meter through a feeder
Bulk bags or super sacks feed a metering unit that delivers ECR consistently into production.
Introduce at the RAP collar
ECR is injected where it mixes thoroughly with aggregates—aligned with normal process flow.
Pave + compact normally
Laydown and compaction follow familiar methods—standard equipment, standard crews.
Where contractors are using Elastiko® ECR
Choose a category to see common job types. This helps specifiers and contractors confirm fit quickly.
City streets + arterials
Better resistance to cracking and rutting under stop-and-go traffic and seasonal stress.
Mainline + heavy traffic
Engineered for demanding loads, temperature extremes, and long service life expectations.
Parking lots + retail
Improves durability under turning traffic and repeated loading in tight turning areas.
Yards + logistics
Designed for high shear and heavy wheel loads where standard mixes can deform or crack.
Want to see real project examples? Explore placements by region and job type with our team.
Everything your team needs to evaluate ECR quickly.
Use these to align stakeholders: plant ops, QC, paving crews, and specifiers.
Specs + Technical Overview
Shareable details for decision makers and plant teams evaluating fit.
How It Works (Video + Process)
See the dry process in action and understand how ECR integrates with production.
Real-World Placements
Proven across climates and road types—ask us for examples that match your conditions.
Questions Contractors Ask Before Switching
Fast answers on plant fit, operations, performance, and scheduling.
Will ECR work with my existing plant?
In most cases, yes. ECR is designed to be introduced through a feeder unit into the RAP collar like a fine aggregate. Share your plant type and workflow, and we’ll recommend the right setup.
Do we need new tanks, lines, or special agitation?
No special binder tanks or agitation equipment are required. ECR is added in dry form to simplify operations.
How does ECR compare to polymer-modified mixes?
Field experience and testing show ECR can deliver polymer-like rutting and cracking resistance while improving practicality for many operations. Your conditions and spec targets determine the best approach.
Can we pave in cooler temps or during shoulder seasons?
Many contractors use ECR for improved workability and compaction, helping achieve density when conditions are less forgiving.
Want a faster way to hit performance targets?
Tell us your job type, traffic level, climate, and plant setup. We’ll help you evaluate whether Elastiko® ECR is the right fit and what implementation looks like.
Need a plant fit check or want examples matching your climate + traffic? We’ll point you to the right setup fast.