 Shell Bitumen has been at the forefront of bitumen and asphalt research supporting its customers for more than 80 years with developments such as: - Van der Poel's Nomograph
- The Bitumen Test Data Chart
- The first Analytical Design method
- Development of many of the world’s analytical test methods
As well as newer innovations such as: - The first Multigrade binder
- The WAM Foam process
- The Zero Shear Viscosity Concept
Our research since 2000 has continued apace and is focused on meeting a number of challenges including: - Reducing emissions and the risks associated with the high temperatures at which asphalt is used
- Developing market led solutions to improve the rural environment
- Developing market led solutions to improve the urban environment
- Developing Customer specific solutions
In all this work Shell Bitumen remains committed to the highest levels of Product Stewardship to ensure that the research delivered meets the highest possible standards using world class management control techniques. >> Shell Bitumen Technical Publications and Patents 2008 | 
