HOME ABOUT SAFETY PAVEMENT PRESERVATION CONTACT US CAREERS RESIDENT UPDATES SAMI Stress Absorbing Membrane Interlayer Previous Next OVERVIEW: SAMI (Stress Absorbing Membrane Interlayer) is an excellent bonding agent that acts as a flexible waterproofing membrane installed prior to either a Micro Surfacing or Hot Mix Asphalt. SAMI helps extend the life of the subsequent overlay by delaying reflective cracking of “bottom up” cracking and deflecting most of the “top down” pavement strain from vehicle loading. DESCRIPTION: SAMI is a combination of highly polymerized asphalt emulsion and quality crushed aggregate. Installed much like a Chip Seal, SAMI when used as an interlayer consists of .40 – .55 gallons/sy of polymerized asphalt emulsion and 20-24 lbs. /sy of crushed limestone, natural gravel or any approved local aggregate. TOP 5 USES OF SAMI: Flexible Interlayer prior to Single or Double Course Micro Surfacing Flexible Interlayer on Non-Milled Asphalt Surface prior to HMA Flexible Interlayer on Milled Asphalt Surface prior to HMA Flexible Interlayer on Concrete prior to HMA Stabilizing Agent on Brick Streets prior to HMA FEATURES AND BENEFITS: Waterproofs pavement sub base Reduces and minimizes reflective cracking Increases compaction of subsequent asphalt overlay Controls cracking allowing reduction in thickness of asphalt overlay Extends overall pavement service life Recyclable CLICK FOR PRODUCT INFORMATION LATEST NEWS On behalf of the Pavement Preservation Division, please join us in recognizing our employees who have served and co… https://t.co/IXTSWZg6AU 16 days ago LET'S BE SOCIAL twitter facebook linkedin youtube Employee Portal ENROLL IN OUR ELECTRONIC PAYMENT PROGRAM AFFILIATED COMPANIES Strawser Construction Inc. is just one part of a group of sister companies all capable of combining forces to provide you with the solution to you infrastructure construction needs. Learn more here >> Copyright © 2021 Strawser Construction Inc. All rights reserved. Professionals Dedicated to Preserving America's Roadways Socialize with us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, or YouTube Strawser Construction Inc., a subsidiary of Barrett Industries Corporation, is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. ABOUT US Strawser Construction Inc. has been serving the Midwestern United States since 1976. We are committed to providing products and services to build and maintain the transportation infrastructure. This is Who We Are