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ROUTE 81 REHABILITATION

The work carried out by the company Impacto was inaugurated on April 25.

“Believe me, by far, never before has a public work of this magnitude been seen in Canelones,” said the Minister of Transportation and Public Works, José Luis Falero, this Thursday, April 25, during the inauguration of the widening and reinforcement works. in different sections of route 81, in the department of Canelones, which was attended by the President of the Republic, Luis Lacalle Pou.

In the sections between routes 6 and 7, as well as between routes 5 and 64, the original roadway of the route was widened and repaved with asphalt mix. Furthermore, in this last section an old flood-prone bridge was replaced and a dangerous curve was corrected. Rehabilitation and road widening work was also carried out on Route 81 (between Routes 64 and 6) and Route 33 (between San Antonio and Route 81). Horizontal and vertical signage was incorporated, sentry boxes and docks were built to stop buses.

FUENTE:

https://www.gub.uy/ministerio-transport-public-works/communication/news/falero-cannelloni-will-have-investment-publish-large-all-history

WITH THE SUPPORT OF BITAFAL, URUGUAYAN ENGINEERS STAND OUT IN THE CILA

The twenty-second edition of the Ibero-Latin American Asphalt Congress was held with great success in Granada, Spain.

An important Uruguayan delegation, made up of engineers from the Ministry of Transportation and Public Works, representatives of the BITAFAL company and other construction companies in Uruguay, met at the largest event of the Ibero-American road industry, having an outstanding participation in the plenary session of the event, with the presentation of research works of high academic level.

The Technical Director of BITAFAL and CILA Delegate in Uruguay, Santiago Kröger, highlighted the quality of the presentations of the Uruguayan technicians, indicating that “we are proud that a delegation of young engineers from our country interact at the level of technicians from the developed world. "This makes us believe that the path that the public sector is taking together with the private company will be reflected in quality public road work that is sustainable and for the benefit of all Uruguayans."

The joint effort of MTOP and BITAFAL allowed 12 engineers from the Ministry to be present at this important event. Throughout the week, they presented their technical works, which in many cases arise from the application of innovative techniques and materials in public works in our country. The initiative had a great impact on the organization of this edition, which is why BITAFAL received recognition for the effort made during the special Congress awards ceremony.

As for the most notable topics discussed, they were innovations in digitalization, use of artificial intelligence and road connectivity, so much so that the Founders Award went to a work on the matter. Uruguay is not far away and presented technological solutions for monitoring road construction and the general condition of routes and highways, through the development of specific applications with these functionalities.

Sustainability remains the most important topic of the Congress with a multitude of technical works on recycling, use of tire dust, warm mixtures and all their combinations as well as environmental statements and calculations on the reduction of the carbon footprint.

Other notable topics are advances in new testing methodologies on asphalt mixtures, the use of waste from other industries, balanced mixture design and self-repair of pavements.

The next edition of CILA will be in Paraguay in November 2025 and an excellent Uruguayan presence is once again predicted, both in quantity and technical quality of its members.

RESPONSIBLE PUBLIC WORKS: MTOP TECHNICIANS PRESENTED WORKS FOR THE CILA

30 April 2024
in: #interCILA,News,Responsible public work
Tags: Bitafal, asphalt congress, events

BITAFAL's initiative to promote the participation of MTOP Engineers in the CILA achieved the presentation of 12 technical works.

The joint work that both organizations have been carrying out in promoting responsible public works had a very important chapter with the event to present the projects that the portfolio's technicians prepared for the Ibero-American CILA Asphalt Congress.

The launch was led by the Minister of Transportation and Public Works José Luis Falero, the National Director of Roads Hernán Ciganda and the Technical Director of BITAFAL Santiago Kröger, who highlighted the increasingly important role of innovation and sustainability in road construction of our country.

Minister Falero indicated that “we are proud, as Uruguayans more than as ministers, that you have presented projects that have been selected to be exhibited at the CILA,” highlighting the commitment of the entire portfolio team to improve the conditions of the network. road of our country.

For his part, the Technical Director of BITAFAL Santiago Kröger valued “the quantity and excellent level of the work presented” by the portfolio's engineers and noted that “Uruguay was in the Top 5 of the Latin American countries.”

All the innovations, applied to the public works carried out by the MTOP, aim to improve the quality, durability and sustainability of the routes, with the consequent improvement in the quality of life of Uruguayans.

THE BITAFAL SUSTAINABLE ASPHALT CHAIR IS BORN – UM

30 April 2024
in: #CAS,News
Tags: Sustainable asphalts, Bitafal, CAS, events, launch

The University of Montevideo together with BITAFAL, announced the creation of the BITAFAL – UM Sustainable Asphalt Chair.

This initiative was born with the vision of creating a bridge between industry and academia, the public and private sectors, with the purpose of promoting applied research in the field of sustainable asphalts and promoting the dissemination of said knowledge.

In the facilities of the UM Faculty of Engineering and before a packed auditorium, BITAFAL's Transformation and Strategy Manager Ignacio Kröger highlighted the project, which aims at sustainability in road construction, taking care of all its dimensions. “We want Uruguay to produce more and better roads at lower economic and environmental costs,” he stressed, while highlighting values such as trust and collaboration as central elements of the proposal, which is open for the participation of students from other universities and from other companies. And finally, addressing the students, he indicated “this is a projection that points to the future, and that begins today.”

The event was attended by the Minister of Transportation and Public Works José Luis Falero, the Undersecretary of the Environment Gerardo Amarilla, the highest authorities of the UM, directors of BITAFAL, experts such as Engineer Lucio Cáceres, graduates and students of the Faculty of Engineering, which will soon be integrated into the world of road construction.

The Dean of the UM Faculty of Engineering, Engineer Rafael Sotelo, appreciated the interest aroused by the initiative among engineers and students of that university, indicating that “in a few hours after having announced internally the birth of the Chair we already had the interest of many students and graduates, who are going to participate and assure us of the success of the project.”

The chair will be a reference and consultation center for all participants, and the development of several research projects has already been announced, for which BITAFAL will enable their experimentation and application in upcoming road developments in the country.

NEW SALTO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

Within the investment plan for inland airports, the rehabilitation of the Salto Airport was inaugurated on February 23.

The airport modernization works involved an investment of 13 million dollars and activated 150 jobs. It is one of the six air terminals in charge of Corporación América Airports and Aeropuertos Uruguay after the Carmelo International Airport was intervened in 2022, Rivera -as the first binational airport in Latin America and second in the world- .

The company plans to carry out the same works at the Melo, Paysandú and Durazno airports where all of the runway pavements will be executed with BITAFLEX AM2 modified asphalt provided by BITAFAL.

The runway, built by the CVC company, has a length of 1,588 meters and the platform is 15,000 m2, and was completely resurfaced with BITAFLEX AM2. Some other works were carried out aimed at transforming the Salto airport into a sustainable and functional infrastructure.

The Undersecretary of the Ministry of Transportation and Public Works, Juan José Olaizola, accompanied the President of the Republic, Luis Lacalle Pou, along with national and departmental authorities, at the inauguration of the “Nueva Hespérides” Salto International Airport. Undersecretary Olaizola stressed that the renovation of six airports not only implies an improvement in air connectivity, but also promotes economic development, generating employment and attracting investment opportunities. The Minister of National Defense, Javier García, joined this perspective by highlighting investment as a boost for growth and employment in the country. President Lacalle Pou closed the event by expressing his satisfaction with the work carried out, considering them as a gateway to the department and the country.

We thank the company CVC and Corporación América for their confidence in the supply of modified asphalt for the runways of Uruguay's airports.

Source: https://www.gub.uy/ministry-transport-works-public/communication/news/airport-international-jump-step-system-development-national

CILA 2024 ARRIVES IN GRANADA, SPAIN... AND BITAFAL IS THE PROTAGONIST!

The next edition of the Ibero-Latin American Asphalt Congress, one of the largest road industry events in the world, will take place next April in Granada, Spain.

From April 22 to 26, the most prominent Ibero-American professionals in the field will meet, presenting research and technological developments, in a fundamental sector for the social and economic growth of the region.

For BITAFAL it is a great pride to be the promoter of this Congress with our Technical Director Santiago Kröger participating as CILA Delegate and as a reviewer in the Technical Committee of said event. On the other hand, we will be present with various technical works and collaborating in the moderation of sessions during it.

At the same time, we are promoting the participation of Uruguayan specialists from the Ministry of Transportation and Public Works (MTOP) by sponsoring a contest to bring the authors who have been selected to participate in it. With great pride we can say that Uruguay will be the protagonist since it has sent 15 technical works, being among the Top 5 of countries that have sent the most communications.

We share with you the CILA preparation podcast, where Santiago addresses advances in paving technology for low-traffic roads (BIT), one of the topics that will surely be present during the congress.

Low Traffic Intensity Road Paving Technology

BITAFAL AND UNIVERSITY OF MONTEVIDEO JOIN TO CREATE THE CHAIR “SUSTAINABLE ASPHALTS BITAFAL – UM”

28 February 2024
in: inauguration,News
Tags: Bitafal, training, bitafal chair one, emulsions, roads

The initiative seeks to provide knowledge and experience to new generations of engineers for the country's road development.

The creation of the “BITAFAL – UM Sustainable Asphalts” Chair is an important step in promoting innovation and sustainable development in the country's road sector. This initiative demonstrates BITAFAL's commitment to the training of new generations of engineers and to the future of the country.

This applied research center will be a pioneer in the development of knowledge about asphalt pavements for the country's road sector, promoting innovation and bringing academia, research and innovation closer to the Uruguayan reality. The Chair is committed to environmental and social sustainability, and the link with the public sector to contribute to the country's road development in a comprehensive and efficient manner.

The “BITAFAL – UM Sustainable Asphalts” Chair is created with the purpose of joint development of advisory, training, research and dissemination work related to the upcoming challenges of the paving sector and related industries: new techniques and materials, circular economy, efficiency energy, decarbonization, digital transformation and artificial intelligence.

It will offer students a wide range of resources for their training, including:

Internships and internships in the company, where they can apply their knowledge in the real world.
Access to BITAFAL infrastructure, such as laboratories and specialized equipment.
Field knowledge, through visits to road works and projects in development.
Possibilities to delve deeper into academic research, in collaboration with experts from the company and the university.

This strategic alliance between BITAFAL and UM will generate multiple benefits for students, the company and the country:

Students will have the opportunity to learn from professionals with extensive experience in the road sector, access cutting-edge technology and develop their practical skills.
BITAFAL will be able to contribute to the training of future professionals who will promote the country's road development, while strengthening its image as an innovative company committed to sustainability.
The country will benefit from a generation of engineers better prepared to meet the challenges of road development, with a focus on innovation and sustainability.

For more information about the “BITAFAL – UM Sustainable Asphalts” Chair, those interested can visit the BITAFAL or the University of Montevideo website.

PROTAGONISTS OF THE COUNTRY'S ROAD DEVELOPMENT: NEW PARQUE DEL PLATA INTERCHANGE

28 February 2024
in: inauguration,News
Tags: Bitafal, opening, mtop, floors, roads

One of the most anticipated road works before the start of the season was inaugurated on time.

The access interchange to Parque del Plata, located at kilometer 51 of the Interspa Route, was inaugurated on December 22, providing greater agility and security for those who visit that spa and for the thousands of motorists who travel to and from the East of the Uruguayan coast.

It is a fundamental work within the framework of the M/43 maintenance contract in charge of the Interbalnearia Oeste Consortium and it was a great challenge for the Molinsur company, which carried out the work in record time and to which we thank the trust in the supply of asphalt products. BITAFAL for carrying it out.

The grade-separated interchange, erected on Avenida Argentina, covers an area of 800 meters and is a testament to careful engineering and planning. One of the highlights is the construction of a 97.80 meter long bridge with a clearance of 4.70 meters, in addition to the implementation of a drainage system that includes the installation of 1,400 meters of pipes. The road surface was made with BITAFLEX AM2 modified asphalt provided by BITAFAL, ensuring a long useful life for the infrastructure.

The improvements are not limited only to the road structure, since complementary works have been carried out to guarantee the comfort and safety of pedestrians. The paving of the service roads and the construction of a new pedestrian path are an integral part of this project.

INAUGURATION OF ROUTE 15

18 December 2023
in: News
Tags: asphalt, Bitafal, opening, innovation, mtop, roadworks, floors, Transport, roads

The initial works of PPP 2 by the Grupo Vial Oriental Consortium were completed, which included the renovation of 60 kilometers of Route 15

The Uruguayan government, headed by President Luis Lacalle Pou, the Minister of Transportation and Public Works, José Luis Falero, the Undersecretary of the MTOP, Juan José Olaizola, and the Mayor of Rocha, Alejo Umpiérrez, inaugurated road reconditioning projects in the department de Rocha, with a total investment of 65 million dollars carried out by the companies Hernández and González, together with Traxpalco.

The recent inauguration of the renovated section of Route 15, known as the “route of the 99 curves”, covered 60 kilometers from Rocha to the junction with Route 13. The significant improvement involved the replacement of the original bituminous treatment with a binder solution asphalt with modified asphalt type AM3 provided by BITAFAL in addition to a planialtimetric readjustment, widening, surcharge and stabilized with portland, ensuring greater durability. The work also included the construction of a culvert over the Casimiro stream and new bridges in Las Conchas, Arroyo India Muerta and Sarandí de la Paloma.

The Minister of Transportation and Public Works, José Luis Falero, highlighted the decentralization and investment close to 400 million dollars that Rocha will experience in this five-year period. He announced the upcoming inauguration of the section of route 15 from Rocha to Lascano in the first half of next year and the transformation of route 13 to zero ballast. At the same event, a new passenger transport line from the Rutas del Sol company was enabled, which will connect routes 19 and 15 with the capital, promising greater communication and integration for Rocha and neighboring departments.

Fuente: https://www.gub.uy/ministerio-transporte-obras-publicas/comunicacion/noticias/inauguracion-tramo-ruta-15-avance-clave-para-conectividad-rocha

SPECIAL MENTION TO BITAFAL BY FORMER MTOP MINISTER LUCIO CÁCERES

18 December 2023
in: News
Tags: asphalt, Bitafal, events, innovation, mtop, floors, Transport, roads

Bitafal was present at the commemoration of Latu and the National Road Directorate for 30 years of collaboration to improve the quality of road works.

On December 6, in the Auditorium of the Latu Technology Park and the National Road Directorate of the Ministry of Transportation and Public Works, they celebrated the continuous collaboration in improving the quality control of the materials used in road works.

Present at the event were the Minister of Transportation and Public Works, José Luis Falero, the President of Latu, Ruperto Long and the national director of roads, Hernán Ciganda. Bitafal managers were able to exchange their experience and contribution in the country's road industry.

In this context, the former Minister of Transportation and Public Works, Lucio Cáceres, sent some words in which he highlighted the leading role of the company in the development of road constructions. “The deregulation of the Ancap asphalt monopoly, the Latu laboratory, and the development of the Bitafal company, were three fundamental axes to put the country in the road situation,” he said.

Bitafal is a key player in the quality of the products used in road construction and thus accompanies the growth and development of the country. By participating in this event, it reaffirms its commitment to continue working together to incorporate the best quality standards in its products and materials.

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