Kromatis
KROMATIS®: clear binders for a better environment
As part of its ongoing commitment to improving safety and quality of life in urban environments, TotalEnergies has developed the KROMATIS® line of light-colored binders. This product line helps reduce lighting costs, lower energy consumption, improve the perception of hazards, and combat the urban heat island effect.
The KROMATIS® line of light-colored binders: comfort, safety, aesthetics, and durability
KROMATIS® binders are mostly used:
- To give emphasis to special areas. It preserves the authenticity of historic towns, courtyards and individual paths
To create emulsions
Three types of binders are available within the KROMATIS® product range:
- KROMATIS® Urban: available in grades 50/70, 70/100 ou 160/220 ( Low trafic and soft mobility)
- KROMATIS® Traffic: available in grades 20/30 ou 35/50 (Heavy trafic zones)
- KROMATIS® BIO40* Urban: available in grades 50/70
*BIO40: 40% biomass measured by carbon-14 analysis according to ASTM D6866-24 Method B / NF EN 16640
If you have any question about the Kromatis® BIO40*, please do not hesitate to contact our experts.
By using the KROMATIS® clear binders, you get access to:
- A reduction of perceived temperatures in urban areas
- A reduction of public lighting requirements
- Improvement signage in shared areas, maximising safety for road users
Combating the Urban Heat Island Effect
KROMATIS® light-colored binders offer an effective solution to combat the urban heat island effect. This binder replaces traditional asphalt in road construction and helps lower the ground temperature by up to 4 °C during heat waves.
A forward-looking solution for all road professionals and municipalities seeking to make life more pleasant for their residents
Safety, aesthetics, cost savings, and reduced perceived heat
KROMATIS® binders therefore guarantee: