Topcon, Sauer Danfoss Introduce Automated Paver Controls

Roadtec RX-400
Roadtec's new RX-400 is a 4-foot cold planer with a rear-mounted drum that allows contractors to start the cut directly in front of curbs, fences, walls or other obstructions. This machine is designed for commercial work and completion of projects where a compact machine design is an advantage, such as shoulders and other narrow milling projects. The RX-400 features milling width of 2, 3 and 4 feet and a maximum cut depth of 12.5 inches. Unit is powered by a 325-hp Caterpillar C9 ACERT engine. The maximum operating speed is 172 fpm. Conveyor swing of 60 degrees to ether side adds to the RX-400's versatility.

Superior Sentinel Sensor
Superior has designed the Sentinal Belt Speed Sensor to alert operators when there is a conveyor belt problem. The sensor is designed to indicate if the belt is slipping or has stopped moving due to breakage or other problems. Conveyor operators are able to set the belt speed that would indicate a problem; the Sentinel will count the roll rotation and feed the information back to the control box. The alert system can be output to an alarm, light or cut-off switch.

Caterpillar C-Series Skid Steers
Caterpillar C-Series skid-steer loaders - 246C, 256C, 262C, 272C - feature electro-hydraulic joystick control of the hydrostatic drive system and electronic torque management. Operator comfort features include sealed and pressurized cab and an optional air suspension seat. With a rated operating capacity of 3,250 pounds, the 272C is the largest capacity skid-steer loader Caterpillar has produced. The vertical lift 272C is joined by the smaller 262C, which has an operating capacity of 2,700 pounds and also features vertical lift for enhanced truck loading capabilities. The 246C and 256C are radial lift machines with rated operating capacities of 2,150 pounds and 2,350 pounds, respectively.

Champion Roadmaster System
The Roadmaster Ride Quality Improvement System includes the Roadmaster RP626 asphalt profiler, a 6-foot grinder cutting head that mounts under the front frame of a Champion C60 motor grader. System smoothes asphalt surfaces by grinding away bumps and irregularities within tolerances of 1/8 in. or less. Unit features a 26-inch-diameter drum with 218 carbide teeth and a double-wrap cutting head that can fine-finish up to two lane/miles per shift. System is powered by a 200-hp Cummins engine with an infinitely variable hydrostatic drive transmission. The three-step system also includes a sealer to fill any remaining cracks and a rejuvenator to restore asphalt life and resiliency.

BioTrakit Sensor System
TrakitGPS introduces BioTrakit - a biometric sensor and software solution designed to act as a time clock for office workers and drivers in the asphalt and aggregate industries who are unable to log in to the TrakitGPS vehicle tracking and reporting module. The BioTrakit biometric sensor system works with any USB-equipped PC computer, allowing users to sign in and out by simply touching the sensor with his or her finger. The system comes with intuitive software for simple set up and operation. BioTrakit is designed as a complementary solution to the TrakitGPS system, and is not intended for stand-alone operation.

Terra Diamond AKA Kick Asphalt Blade
The AKA blade features a high diamond concentration. Designed to improve asphalt cutting, material removal rates and blade life, the blade features TLC or SLURC wear core protection as standard. Units abrasion-resistant bonds improve cutting.

Vögele 2116T Track Paver
The 2116T 8-foot rubber-track paver features 160-hp Cummins turbocharged diesel engine. Unit features a 190-cubic-foot hopper capacity, 21-foot 6-inch maximum paving width and fully proportional feeder system. The ultrasonic material level sensors are designed for precise control. Other features include hydraulically adjustable augers from 4 to 9 inches above ground; fumes extraction system; and three available screeds.

Zanetis Road Hog
The SSP Series Road Hog planer attachment quickly converts a backhoe-loader or wheel loader into a milling machine. Available with pin-on or optional quick-attach coupler, unit features 30-, 40- and 60-inch cutting widths and up to a 10-inch cutting depth. The cutting drum side shifts 26 inches from center to right-hand side for cutting against curbs. Other features include a +/- 8 degrees of drum tilt for wedge cuts and tapering keyways; a planetary drum drive system and 75-hp Deutz BF3M2011 four-cylinder diesel engine. The electro-hydraulic control of cutting drum tilt, depth and side shift can be made via wireless remote controller.