Pavement preservation & Reclamite® rejuvenation for public roads.
Extend pavement life 5–7 years, defer costly resurfacing, and stretch your municipal paving budget with proven asphalt rejuvenation technology.
Pavement Preservation Science
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A full preservation toolbox for every pavement condition.
From early-stage rejuvenation to emergency repairs, FAMCO delivers the right treatment at the right time—backed by 60+ years of New England expertise and exclusive Tricor Refining distributor access.
Reclamite® Preservative Seal is a rejuvenating maltene-based penetrating seal that extends road life approximately 3–5 years by restoring plasticity and durability in aged asphalt. Water intrusion, UV damage, and oxidation degrade pavement service life—Reclamite® replaces the maltene fractions lost through weathering and high manufacturing temperatures.
Reclamite® penetrates the asphalt matrix, seals out water and UV radiation, and inhibits raveling and oxidation by restoring the pavement's binding strength and flexibility. More economical than total replacement, conventional seal coats, or overlays.
CRF® Restorative Seal is a modified asphalt emulsion with select petroleum resins that restore and seal aged bituminous concrete pavement. Proven and tested for over 40 years, CRF®'s formulation is ideal for oxidized and weathered pavement that still retains its structural integrity.
CRF® penetrates and rejuvenates aged asphalt to extend pavement life up to 5 years without pavement buildup, filling surface voids with a flexible product that traffic continues to work into the surface—at costs well below typical resurfacing.
FAMCO has formulated modified emulsions and sourced top-of-the-line products to meet client needs across a wide range of applications. Our technical personnel develop specific emulsions and application rates on a case-by-case basis.
As the exclusive Tricor Refining, LLC distributor in New England, FAMCO provides access to the full Tricor product line—including former Golden Bear Pavement Preservation products. If we don't have exactly what your project requires, we typically know who does.
For over 30 years, FAMCO has provided crack filling services to private and municipal clients throughout New England. We utilize a CRF® cold pour crack fill method—proven over years of field experimentation to be more economical, safer, and the best-value preventive maintenance option available.
FAMCO offers full-service crack filling with equipment, materials, and crews—plus flexible options including tank and dispenser rentals, bulk emulsions, and partial crews.
For over 50 years, FAMCO has provided infrared services, sales, and maintenance to utility companies and municipalities throughout New England. FAMCO was among the original manufacturers of infrared thermal repair technology.
Why infrared vs. traditional patching:
- Seamless bond — no cold joints for water to infiltrate
- Less disruption — typically same-day, no lane closures for days
- Fewer callbacks — recycled material with fresh binder holds longer
- Safer — no open excavation, smaller work zone footprint
- Works year-round in New England conditions
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FAMCO has provided year-round, 24/7 asphalt patching to the utility and municipal market for over 50 years. We maintain a large fleet of varying-size hot boxes to deliver hot mix in any season.
Services include deliveries, equipment rentals, and fully staffed trained crews—from basic pothole patching and utility cuts to milling and patching to specialty railroad crossings.
The smart choice for pavement budget stewardship.
Public works directors and engineers rely on Reclamite® because it delivers measurable results at a fraction of mill-and-overlay cost—backed by decades of performance data.
As asphalt ages, maltenes—the oils that keep the binder flexible—evaporate and oxidize. Reclamite® penetrates roughly ½ inch into the pavement mat, replenishing lost maltenes and restoring the asphaltene/maltene balance. The result: a binder that flexes instead of cracks.
A single Reclamite® treatment adds five to seven years of serviceable life to pavement that would otherwise require resurfacing—applied at the right point on the PCI curve.
Every dollar spent on preservation at the right time defers up to eight dollars in future reconstruction costs—a compelling case for any council or finance committee.
Well-maintained pavement means fewer potholes, less cracking, and reduced citizen service requests. Reclamite® treatments protect the surface during the critical early-aging window.
Rejuvenating existing pavement reduces energy consumption, greenhouse gas emissions, and the volume of new materials required—supporting your community's sustainability goals.
Three steps. Hours to complete. Years of impact.
Reclamite® is a petroleum-based maltene rejuvenator applied as a diluted emulsion. From application to reopening, the entire process is completed in a single day.
The Reclamite® emulsion is applied to clean, dry pavement by a calibrated spray bar. It goes down pink—a visual indicator that treatment is active—and begins penetrating immediately.
↳ Emulsion appears pink on applicationOver several hours, Reclamite® penetrates approximately ½ inch into the asphalt mat. Petroleum maltenes migrate into the binder, restoring flexibility and halting oxidative brittleness.
↳ Penetrates ~½ inch into pavementFine aggregate sand is applied to absorb excess material and restore skid resistance. The road reopens to traffic within hours. Minor sand tracking for the first few days is normal and dissipates quickly.
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Request a Free ConsultationWhat to expect on treatment day.
Your municipality has chosen Reclamite® pavement preservation to extend the life of your streets while saving taxpayer dollars. Here's what you need to know.
Treatment Day Timeline
- AM
Street closure begins
Crews set up traffic control. Please remove parked vehicles the night before. Cars parked on treated streets may get product on tires—it washes off but is easier to avoid.
- 1
Application (pink material)
You'll see the Reclamite® emulsion sprayed on the road—it appears pink or reddish. This is normal and expected. It is not paint.
- 2
Sand application
Fine aggregate sand is spread over the treated area to absorb excess material and provide skid resistance while the product fully penetrates.
- PM
Reopened to traffic
Streets typically reopen within a few hours. Light sand tracking for 2–5 days is normal and will dissipate naturally.
Common Questions
- QIs it safe for kids and pets?
Yes. Once sand is applied and traffic resumes, the treatment area is safe. Keep pets off the street during active application as you would for any road work.
- QMy car got product on the tires. What do I do?
Petroleum-based residue can be removed with a mild degreaser or dish soap and water. For significant driveway transfer, contact your public works department.
- QWhy is the road pink?
The pink color comes from the Reclamite® emulsion dye—a visual indicator that treatment is active. The color darkens as the product penetrates. Within days, the pavement will look dark gray like normal asphalt.
- QCan I access my driveway?
Access may be restricted for 1–4 hours during application. Crews assist residents with special access needs. Notify your public works department in advance if you have requirements.
Municipal clients: This page can be linked directly in door hangers, resident emails, and social media. Contact FAMCO for a co-branded public notice template.
Resources for public works professionals.
Arm yourself and your council with the information needed to make the case for pavement preservation.
A complete primer on maltene replacement technology—how it works, what it treats, and why it outperforms alternative rejuvenators.
Read guideLife-cycle cost modeling and PCI-based decision trees to help your agency choose the right treatment at the right time.
Contact us to learn moreA ready-to-use resident notification template for Reclamite® treatment days—customizable for your town or city.
View templateAnswers to the questions that stall budget approvals and procurement decisions—from PCI thresholds to resident communication.
Read FAQApplication rates, material standards, equipment requirements, and QC protocols. Restricted to authorized agency personnel and approved contractors.
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