ABT Group

Welcome to ABT Group, Inc.

With over 20 years of combined experience, ABT Group is an independent, AASHTO-accredited lab delivering accurate, reliable, and quick test results to support your success.

Mission Statement

Our mission is to provide independent, reliable asphalt testing and pavement engineering services as a trusted third-party partner for your project’s success.

Service Assurance

As a third-party lab, we deliver unbiased testing services, ensuring objective and reliable results

Performance Grade (PG) Testing and Verification

Determination of asphalt binder grading based on temperature susceptibility.
Ensures compliance with project specifications

Dynamic Shear Rheometer (DSR) Testing

Measures binder’s viscoelastic properties at various temperatures.
Evaluates fatigue resistance and rutting potential.

Rotational Viscosity (RV) Testing

Determines workability and pumpability of the asphalt binder at elevated temperatures.

Bending Beam Rheometer (BBR) Testing

Assesses low-temperature cracking susceptibility by measuring stiffness and relaxation properties.

Multiple Stress Creep Recovery (MSCR) Testing

Evaluates the binder’s elasticity and ability to recover from heavy traffic stresses.

Additive Compatibility Testing

Analyzes the performance of modified binders with additives like polymers, rubber, or recycling agents

Aging Simulations

Rolling Thin Film Oven (RTFO): Simulates short-term aging during mixing and construction.
Pressure Aging Vessel (PAV): Simulates long-term aging experienced in service.

Custom Testing and Product Development Services

Client-specific analysis tailored to meet unique project requirements.
Consultation to develop custom solutions
Forensic Asphalt Binder Analysis
RAP/RAS blending studies
Rubber Modified Asphalt (RMA) Testing and Analysis

Pavement Consulting Services

At ABT Group, we specialize in serving owner agencies such as cities, counties, and commercial property owners with tailored pavement consulting services. With over 20 years of combined experience, we provide trusted third-party, independent services supported by an AASHTO-certified lab and Registered Civil Engineering staff in California. Our commitment to quality and integrity ensures your projects meet the highest industry standards.

We provide a comprehensive range of services, including:

Project Specification Development: Developing clear, detailed specifications to align with owner standards and ensure project success.
Mix Design Reviews: Evaluating mix designs to enhance performance, durability, and cost-efficiency.
Cold-In-Place Recycling Design, Review and Submittals: Creating sustainable, cost-effective strategies for pavement rehabilitation.
Project Selection: Prioritizing pavement projects through condition assessments, budget analysis, and strategic planning.
Inspection Services: Providing independent inspections to ensure compliance with specifications and quality standards.
QC/QA Plan Review: Designing and reviewing Quality Control and Assurance plans to uphold exceptional project quality.

Our third-party independence, backed by an AASHTO-certified lab, ensures unbiased, accurate results, while our engineering expertise delivers the technical support and insights needed for informed decisions.

Contact us today to learn how ABT Group can support your pavement projects and help you achieve cost-effective, efficient, and timely solutions

Core Competencies

Performance Grading (PG) Testing
Dynamic Shear Rheometer (DSR)
Bending Beam Rheometer (BBR)
Rolling Thin Film Oven (RTFO)
Pressurized Aging Vessel (PAV)
Rotational Viscosity (RV)
Multiple Stress Creep Recovery (MSCR)
New product development and testing
Forensic studies, third-party QC/QA

Advanced Material Analysis

Rubberized Asphalt Binders
Polymer-modified Asphalt Binders
Recycled materials evaluation including RAP and RAS
Custom solutions and training services

Competitive Advantage

Backed by an AASHTO accreditation, cutting-edge equipment, industry experience and knowledge, we provide rapid turnaround times and actionable insights that helps clients succeed.

As a third-party independent lab, we provide unbiased testing services, ensuring objective and reliable results for our clients.

Capabilities Statement

ABT Group, Inc. is a small business focused on delivering first-class asphalt binder testing services. Through cutting-edge technology, on-time delivery, and client-first approach, we strive to provide materials testing for our partners in construction and infrastructure development.

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