Asphalt FAQ

Company FAQ's

Where are you located?

Asphalt Kingdom has 4 locations, three in the U.S.A and one in Canada.

·       Pontiac Illinois, US

·       Auburn Hills Michigan, US

·       Mount Dora, Florida, US

·       Drummondville, Quebec, CAN  

Can I visit your warehouse to see your equipment and products?

No, our locations are all fabrication plants. We do not have staff and showrooms to accommodate you if you want to come and visit. You can however see all of our products and equipment on our website.

Do you have a catalogue?

No, however all of our equipment and products can be seen on our website and can be printed off.

What are your hours of operation?

Asphalt Kingdom is open from 8am to 5pm EST.  

Where are you warehouses located?

We have warehouses in the following locations:

·       Pontiac Illinois, US

·       Auburn Hills Michigan, US

·       Drummondville, Quebec, CAN

Where does Asphalt Kingdom ship from?

We ship from our warehouses located across the US and Canada.

Where do you get your spray systems and sealer made?

We manufacture all of the products and equipment that retail on the website.

Shipping FAQ's

Where does Asphalt Kingdom ship from?

We ship from our warehouses located across the USA and Canada.  

How long does it take to receive an order once payment is received?

For USA Customers only:

It takes 7 to 10 business days to get your equipment order from time of payment.

For products such as coal tar sealer and hot pour crack sealer, it takes 3-5 business days to receive once payment has been made.

For Canadian Customers only:

It takes 5 to 7 business days to get your equipment order from time of payment.

Please note that the following pieces of equipment are only available in Canada: AK 2200B / AK2200T / AK2400 and AK10.

Our Products: coal tar sealer, liquid pour crackfill and hot pour crackfiller are shipped from our Canadian location, however due to high shipping cost, a minimum of 220 gallons of sealer and a pallet of hot pour crackfiller must be purchased in order to ship.

Who does Asphalt Kingdom ship with?

Asphalt Kingdom uses a number of different shipping companies that include:  

·         Estes Express Lines

·         Dorhn

·         Old Dominion

·         R&L Carriers

Please note that we use several freight brokers to insure you receive the very best freight prices and ETA's we can get.

Can I track my shipment once I pay for it?

Yes, you can track your shipment. Once payment is received our customer service department send tracking information via email.

Does Asphalt Kingdom ship to residential locations?

Yes, Asphalt Kingdom ships to both residential and commercial locations.

Do you need a forklift or a dock to receive Asphalt Kingdom products?

No, however if you have a forklift or a dock do let us know. Otherwise we can arrange for a lift gate to be provided.

Spray System FAQ's

Does my spray system come ready to go or do I need to assemble it?

Your Asphalt Kingdom spray system comes fully assembled and ready to go. Just add gas and asphalt sealer and your all set.

Does my system come with a "smart transfer kit"?

All units except the AK2200B and the AK2200T come with a smart transfer kit that enables you to transfer sealer to your spray system.

What's the difference between your centrifugal spray systems and your air operated systems?

Our centrifugal operated spray systems runs on a centrifugal pump that primes to create suction and high pressure output.

Our air operated systems run off of a compressor. The compressor sucks the air thru the dual diaphragm pump creating pressurized output thru the output port of the dual diaphragm pump.

What units use the centrifugal pump system?

The following units use a centrifugal pump system:  

·         AK2200B

·         AK2200T

·         AK2400

·         AK300

·         AK550

What units use the air operated system?

The following units use an air operated system:

·         AK300-AIR PROMAX

·         AK550-AIR PROMAX

·         AK725-AIR PROMAX

Do any of your spray systems spray sealer mixed with sand?

Yes, all of our units spray sand mixtures. However, as sand is an abrasive, you will have more wear on the impeller and seals on our centrifugal units. We offer a replacement kit including seals and a new impeller for 169$ including shipping.  

Crack Filling Machines

Is the propane included with my AK10/15?

No, propane tanks are not included with any of our crack filling units.

How long does it take to melt your hot pour crack filler?

Its takes 10 minutes to melt the first 50lbs, and about 2-4 to melt the subsequent added cubes.

How many linear feet of crackfill do you get per box of crack filler?

You will get 300-400 linear feet of coverage per 50lb box of hot pour crack fill.

What do I do with my left over crack fill?

Simply turn off the heat, let it cool and you can reheat the crack fill when needed.

How do I clean my AK10/15 when I’m done filling cracks?

There is no need to clean the AK10/15. Simply use all your crack fill and leave it empty or turn off the heat and cool the remaining crack filler for the next use.  

How many wheels are on the AK 10 crack melter applicator?

There are two rear wheels and a smaller rotating wheel on the front of the AK10 crack melter applicator.

Asphalt Sealer

Is your sealer oil based?

No, our sealer is 100% coal tar based. 98% of the sealcoating market uses coal tar sealer because of all the benefits.

What is the coverage rate of your coal tar sealer?

With our Asphalt Kingdom sealer you will get approximately 100 square feet per gallon.

How much does your sealer weigh?

Asphalt Kingdom sealer weighs approximately 10 pounds per gallon.

What's the difference between oil based sealer and coal tar emulsion sealer?

Oil based sealer is made up of oil and tar materials, where coal tar emulsion is coal tar based product.

Crack Sealer

At what temperature does the hot pour crack sealer liquefy?

The crack fill liquefies at a temperature of 300 degrees Fahrenheit.

Do I have to cut it before I melt it?

No, simply remove the packaging and put in melter and heat to 300 degrees Fahrenheit.

What color does it come in?

All of our hot pour crack fill comes in jet black.

What is the difference between the hot pour and cold pour crack fill?

Both products are similar, but the hot pour crack fill will last much longer against the elements.

Line Striping

Is this Line Striping Machine motorized?

No, the machine is a walk behind machine that use upside down spray cans that spray the paint.

What are the most popular colors for line striping?

White, Yellow and Blue, in that order!

What colors do you offer?

White, Yellow, Blue, Green, Red, Black, Orange, Grey.

Are the stencils durable and reusable?

Yes, all of our stencils are made from waxboard and designed to be reused.

Business In Box

I already have a blower, is it possible to have that unit removed and purchase the rest of the Business in a Box?

Yes, all of our products in the Business in a box package are customizable. We are able to change or remove any part of the business in a box so that it suits what you are looking for.