Slash Concrete Construction Operating Costs in Half with Wirtgen's WPS 102i

The powerful, fast folding feeder conveyor features an intelligent control concept and guarantees maximum concrete availability for the slipform paver following behind it. Learn more about the features of the Wirtgen Placer Spreaders.

February 8, 2022

Jessica Lombardo

The Wirtgen Placer Spreader (WPS) 102i operates at the head of the paving train. It can travel over pre-placed rebar, taking on fresh concrete from a truck driving alongside and spreading it out on the roadbed for the paver following behind, saving time and money.

While in EcoDrive, the machine saves contractors both time and money, helping them cut the costs of operation in half.

The machine can place concrete at working widths of 13 to 39 feet and at thicknesses of up to 20 inches at a uniform rate.

This sealer was over applied. It should have been applied 1 to 2 mils thick, but was likely 20 to 30 mils thick.

'Thin to Win' With Decorative Concrete Sealers

Thin applications are the simple answer to many acrylic sealer problems contractors face on decorative concrete projects like stamped and stained concrete.

Abrasives where abrasive material is sprayed onto a nylon pad are used for maintenance and light restoration.

Abrasives 101

Learn how to choose the correct abrasives for grinding and polishing concrete.

Brooks Bridge Construction Begins In Florida

Work Starts On New Design For Florida Bridge

Infrastructure contractor Superior Construction and WSP begin construction of Brooks Bridge, Florida, in $171 Million project.

Alongside nine exhibits from three different product sectors, this year’s presentation will also focus on digital system solutions and assistance systems.

Wirtgen to Display Road Construction Machines and Technologies at CONEXPO 2023

Alongside nine exhibits from three different product sectors, this year’s presentation will also focus on digital system solutions and assistance systems.

How the WIRTGEN WPS 120i Increased Concrete Paving Efficiency

North Dakota Road Builder Places 75,000 Cubic Feet of Concrete A Day

A 4.5-mile stretch of highway had a trifecta of troubles needing repaving, widening, and lifting. The contractor needed a machine to handle all three quickly.

Battery-powered curbing machines are often used for monolithic pours but can also be used for patch and repair work and can complement slipform pavers for corners and tight radii involved with larger jobs.

How Innovative Concrete Equipment Can Help Contractors Expand Their Capabilities

Concrete equipment has evolved to provide portable, operator-friendly solutions to help broaden contractors’ in-house capabilities.

Consistency Key In Concrete Highway Safety Barrier System

GCP & Wirtgen Help Keep Concrete Consistent for U.K. Concrete Barrier System

The U.K. has been replacing steel barriers with concrete since 2005. With road safety paramount, it is imperative that concrete is consistent to make sure every meter of concrete can perform.

The SP 124i Slipform Paver

The SP 124(i) Slipform Paver

The Wirtgen SP 124(i) Slipform Paver features a 12-meter paving width, four swing arms, and a new dowel bar inserter.

Fast and effective

Fast and effective

What to do if roads are worn out? If only the top layer is damaged, only that layer needs to be repaired. Take advantage of innovative solutions.

The SP 20i Offset Paver

Wirtgen's SP 20(i) Offset Paver

Atlantic Contracting and Material Co. Inc. were hired to pave both the Dulles International and Andrews Airforce Base at the same time. Causing them to purchase a fourth RexCon Model S concrete plant. They used a Guntert & Zimmerman S850 Quadra Bolster Concrete Slipform Paver.

Consistency Key to Paving Airport Runways

Atlantic Contracting uses multiple RexCon Model S concrete plants to keep the mix moving on Dulles International & Andrews Air Force Base projects.

Joe Ouellette, president of Miller Formless Co.

Miller Formless Names Joe Ouellette as President

Growth-driven slipform paving manufacturer expands leadership ranks to strengthen position in the global construction equipment market.

Gomaco Gp3 Techrelease

GOMACO GP3 Slipform Paver with Advanced Technology Features

Paver can slipform up to 30 ft. wide, is available as a two-track or four-track unit and now includes self-programming valves that work with the G+ control system and can automatically react and self-adjust to the dynamics of the machine.

Triple Roller Tube Paver 75trtp

The Triple Roller Tube Paver

Functionality That Makes a Difference | JLG®

Functionality That Makes a Difference | JLG®

From Smart Load technology to self-leveling innovations, helping you and your crew return home safely is more than our job – it’s why we’re here.

Gomaco Cc1200e

GOMACO Showcases Prototype CC-1200e Battery-powered Curb Machine

In development for almost two years, the CC-1200e battery-powered slipform curb machine is equipped with a power dense 48 VDC lithium-ion battery pack capable to slipform up to a 24-in. radius.

The CC-1200e Battery-Powered Curb Machine

The CC-1200e Battery-Powered Curb Machine

In development for almost two years, GOMACO Corp's CC-1200e battery-powered slipform curb machine is equipped with a power dense 48 VDC lithium-ion battery pack capable to slipform a 24-in. (610 mm) radius, depending on the mold profile.

The WB-3200 Slipform Paver Work Bridge

The WB-3200 Slipform Paver Work Bridge

The WB-3200's compact design allows working height as low as 18-in. from grade and the adaptive frame design allows for any attachments to be mounted on either side.

Case Study Randolph N.C. Parking Lot Belgard Permeable Interlocking Concrete Pavers

Case Study: N.C. Medical Office Parking Lot Finds Savings & Ease of Installation with Permeable Interlocking Concrete Pavers

Without the space needed for a typical underground detention system, one N.C. contractor still needed a solution for stormwater runoff in a parking lot and found a solution with permeable interlocking concrete pavers (PICPs).

GNSS: The Game-Changing Tech for Colo.-based Slipform Paving Contractor

GNSS: The Game-Changing Tech for Colo.-based Slipform Paving Contractor

Using GPS technology, Alpine Civil Contractors found significant savings in one of the most important parts of the job: time.

Miller Formless Hires VP of Finance & Administration

Miller Formless Hires VP of Finance & Administration

The goal of paver manufacturers is to use technology to enhance the performance of the equipment, make operators more productive and make the equipment operate more efficiently.

Equipment Operators Move to the Forefront in Asphalt and Concrete Paver Designs

Both concrete and asphalt pavers have evolved to provide greater controllability and operator comfort.

Miller Formless Celebrates 50 Years Plus Concrete Paver Product Acquisitions

Darick Franzen of Miller Formless talks about the concrete paving industry.

Miller Formless Expands Concrete Lineup with Acquisition of Two MBW Slipform Paver Models

Miller Formless announces that it has acquired the MBW slipform paver models C-101 and the CG-200.

GOMACO’s line of new Xtreme curb and gutter machines have rotary-sensored slew drives on each of their three tracks for extreme steering capabilities. Their new hydraulics package allows inpedendent, individual control of track speed for smooth machine travel through a radius.

Select Curb and Gutter Pavers to Meet Future Needs

Versatility to pour more than curb and gutter plus stringless capability should rank high on the list.

Slide Show 0002 (002)

Miller Formless Celebrates 50th Anniversary as Global Concrete Slipform Paver Provider

It currently manufactures six different products capable of installing concrete curb, curb and gutter, barrier walls and concrete pavements.

Fast and effective

Fast and effective

What to do if roads are worn out? If only the top layer is damaged, only that layer needs to be repaired. Take advantage of innovative solutions.