Professional Guide: How to Scientifically Select Asphalt Emulsifiers – Decision-Making Framework from Principle to Practice
In asphalt pavement construction and maintenance projects, asphalt emulsifier is a key medium connecting asphalt and water, and its selection directly affects project quality, construction efficiency and cost control. With a wide variety of emulsifiers on the market and different performances, how to make scientific choices based on specific engineering needs is a challenge for every engineer and technical decision-maker. This paper will systematically analyze the five core dimensions of asphalt emulsifier selection and provide an actionable decision flow.