Asphalt Industry Annual Training Guide 2024-2025

Key educational opportunities for asphalt plant operators and paving crews on topics like an milling, crushing, recycling, mix design, compaction, quality control, and more!

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Adequate training is one of the most important factors when it comes to new employee retention. Additionally, ensuring that your veteran employees stay current on all the latest techniques, technology, and tools can improve job satisfaction and your bottom line. These days, there are more online or remote opportunities for your employees, that can help reduce the cost of the education. The labor shortages and the competitive market for a skilled workforce mean that training is more important than any time in the last two decades. These investments can mean the difference between your business and its success in the coming year. 

Here's the training opportunities available for the asphalt industry in fall of 2024 and the first half of 2025:

*These dates and schedules were accurate as of press time but are subject to change. Please contact each company directly for the most up-to-date information.

Astec Inc.

Website: https://www.astecindustries.com/service/training 

Phone: 423.827.1899

Space is limited. Seats are first come, first serve.

ASPHALT PLANT CUSTOMER SCHOOLS:

REGISTRATION OPENS: TUESDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2024

The Asphalt Plant Customer Schools cover more than any other asphalt industry training school. Expect to enhance your grasp of key aspects of plant maintenance and operation through a unique combination of lectures and extensive hands-on classes. Instructors include Asphalt and Industrial Heating Engineers and Service Technicians with decades of experience. Breaks offer the opportunity to exchange information with fellow students, as well as with Astec service professionals and engineers.

TRAINING DATES:

Week 1: Jan. 6 - Jan. 9, 2025

Week 2: Jan. 13 - Jan. 16, 2025 

Week 3: Jan. 20 - Jan. 23, 2025

Week 4: Jan. 27 - Jan. 30, 2025

Week 5: Feb. 3 - Feb. 6, 2025

(Advanced): Feb. 17 - Feb. 20, 2025 

(Advanced): Feb. 24 - Feb. 27, 2025 

During four full days of training, instructors and attendees together will cover topics including: PLC Hardware, Calibration, Segregation & AC Content, Diagnostics and Troubleshooting, Trunnion Adjustment, and Drum Flighting.

And all plant components including: Weighbridge, Drums, Heaters, Burners, Drag Conveyors and Silos, Baghouse and Airflows, Plant Controls, and Blue Smoke.

Students will have class time at the Industrial Heating training facility to focus on heating and storage maintenance.Industrial Heating Topics Include: Electrical, Drawings, Limit Devices, Burner Management, Hot Oil Flow, Modulation Motors, and Pump Seals and Alignment.

LOCATION: Chattanooga TN

Paving Professionals Workshops

The Paving Professionals Workshops are the industry standard in asphalt paving education. Our structured courses will help your paving operators increase the bottom line and maximize project quality using the Roadtec and Carlson product lines.

Attendees receive detailed education starting with the fundamentals, then moving through topics such as compaction, project planning, and paving techniques taught by the industry's most experienced and knowledgeable paving professionals.

This comprehensive, two-day training includes ample time for questions and one-on-one access to the paving pros.

LOCATION: Chattanooga TN

FEE: TBD

REQUIRED: Basic paving knowledge

Road Construction Technical Service Schools

Application School: The four-day Level 1 school covers a combination of technical fundamentals for Roadtec and Carlson equipment and an overview of road building application. Classroom and hands-on opportunities are provided by the technical experts. Topics include the basics of reading schematics, troubleshooting and repair, introduction to paving, best practices and techniques, component location, screed leveling, control panels, and grade control.

WHO: Field Service Technicians, Mechanics, Operators, Shop Technicians, Supervisors, Crew Members

WHEN: TBD

LOCATION: Chattanooga, TN

FEE: TBD

REQUIRED: Complete the Electrical/Hydraulic Basics Training through Astec University

Dealer Tech School and Certification Events: The four-day Level 2 dealer technician school is primarily a hands-on event that ends with the technician’s demonstration of skills to earn the Tech-to-Pro certification. The school covers the full range of road construction equipment including the Roadtec and Carlson pavers, cold planer, and the SB-3000 Shuttle Buggy®. Technical experts provide valuable hands-on, skills-building sessions in small groups specifically designed to build confidence, reduce operating costs, and machine downtime. Topics covered include reading schematics, building a troubleshooting plan, safe service and repair of electrical and hydraulic systems, screed leveling, control panels, and grade control.

WHO: Field Service Technicians, Mechanics, Shop Technicians, Supervisors

WHEN: TBD

LOCATION: Chattanooga, TN

FEE: TBD per person

REQUIRED: Complete the Electrical/Hydraulic Basics Training through Astec University

Asphalt Heater School - 2024

Astec is offering a 2-day educational course on Asphalt Heaters and Heating Systems at our facility in Chattanooga, TN. This course  brings you together with experienced instructors to explore the best practices and techniques for safely operating heating systems at your plant.

WHEN: October 22-23, 2024 | November 12-13, 2024

LOCATION: Chattanooga, TN

FEE: $1650

The goal is to provide the most valuable experience for all attendees. During the training sessions of training, instructors and attendees together will cover topics including:

  • Heater Preventative Maintenance
  • Safety Controls Testing Procedures
  • Thermal Fluid Application and Filtration
  • Reading Electrical Schematics
  • Gas and Oil Burner Operation
  • Power Flame Burner Basics and Maintenance
  • Fireye Flame Monitor Error Messages and Troubleshooting
  • Heatec Manufacturing Tour

Hands On Training Classes:

  • Heater Tuning Procedures
  • Damper Control Adjustments
  • Electrical Troubleshooting
  • Fluid Flow Basics
  • Honeywell Modulating Damper Motor
  • Modulation Controller Configuration
  • Fireye YB110 Monitor
  • Fuel Gun Maintenance
  • Combustion Analysis Basics
  • SIHI Pump Rebuilding
  • Basic Electrical and Relay Wiring
  • Preheater Controls
  • Asphalt Storage Tanks Best Practices and Maintenance
  • Level Indication Systems including Seimens Pressure Transmitter and Vega Radars



BLAW-KNOX Corporation

Website: https://www.blawknox.com/training/paver-operation-and-maintenance

The Blaw-Knox University is dedicated to training paver operators and foremen on proper Paver Operation and Maintenance as well as applied Best Paving Practices through expertly designed classroom and hands-on application courses. Their expert instructors, who bring decades of invaluable field experience, are here to enhance your technical skills and problem-solving abilities, ensuring you stay ahead of the curve with the latest DOT requirements. Blaw-Knox offers multiple dates to satisfy the demand for its popular courses. Don't miss out reserve your spot.

TRAINING DATES:

Week 1: January 20 - 23, 2025

Week 2: January 27 - 30, 2025

Week 3: February 3 - 6, 2025

Week 4: February 10 - 13, 2025

SPACES ARE LIMITED!

Cost: $1300

Who: Any individual interested in, or responsible for the laydown of HMA, WMA, SMA, or Thinlays.

Duration: 4 days

Location: 5201 N. Orange Blossom TrailOrlando, FL 32810

Topics: 

  • Paving Safety on the Job Site Material Quality
  • Paving Principles
  • Paver Preparation
  • Paver and Screed Operation
  • Hands-on Paver Set-up and Operation
  • Joint Construction
  • Screed Operation and Setup
  • Troubleshooting Mat Defects
  • Automatic Grade & Slope Operation with Blaw-Kontrol, Topcon or Moba
  • Daily Maintenance



BOMAG

Websitehttps://www.bomag.com/us-en/services/support-and-training/training/

Registration open for online school

Email[email protected]

BOMAG offers you the chance to learn from the experts! BOMAG provides technical and product training on their website for free!

BOMAG application training is notable for the wide range of topics covered. The specially designed courses are targeted equally at members of construction crews, site managers, and owners of construction companies. The application trainings cover a wide range of topics from actual construction site situations. In addition to content relating to the possible applications and operation, relevant regulatory requirements are also addressed.

Asphalt Paving:

The course gives an overview of the paving of asphalt and shows factors of influence during the paving process.

Working time: 45 minutes

The Basics of Compaction:

The importance of compaction, materials for compaction, definitions from the areas of compaction technology and fields of application.

Working time: 25 minutes

ASPHALT MANAGER: Intelligent and flexible

In this eLearning, ASPHALT MANAGER 2 is presented as the all-rounder for asphalt compaction

Working time: 15 minutes

Drum Knowledge Compact:

In this eLearning module we are going to show the different drum types for BOMAG Single Drum Rollers. We also take a short foray into exciter systems and the measurement systems ECONOMIZER and TERRAMETER.

Working time: 25 minutes

BOMAP Connect:

BOMAP runs on all standard Android tablets and smartphones, and is compatible with rollers from all manufacturers.

Working time: 30 minutes



Caterpillar

Phone: 763.315.5510

Email: [email protected]

Web: https://www.cat.com/en_US/by-industry/paving/real-world-training-solution.html

Caterpillar offers both operator and technician training on Cat asphalt pavers, cold planers and rotary mixers. The 2024-2025 training schedule will be announced soon. For Caterpillar paving training information go to cat.com>Industries>Paving>Training (Link: https://www.cat.com/en_US/by-industry/paving/real-world-training-solution.html) or email [email protected].

  • Paving Operations Training - This 4-day course is designed for paving supervisors and paving crew members with one or more years of experience with the lay down of hot mix asphalt. Training is taught using Cat Asphalt Pavers with Cat Grade and Slope systems. The daily curriculum includes classroom and hands-on training. Course Fee: $4200
  • Large Asphalt Pavers Service Training – this 4-day course provides theory and hands-on training. Upon completion, students will be able to trace the flow of oil through hydraulic systems, test and adjust hydraulic pressures, troubleshoot hydraulic and electrical systems, and explain ECM functions and calibration steps for the Cat® AP1000, AP1055, AP600, and AP655 asphalt pavers. Course Fee: $4200
  • Cold Planer and Rotary Mixer Technician and Operator Training – On Demand

For the 2025 training season, Caterpillar offers cold planer and rotary mixer technician and operator training on-demand. As an on-demand course, training can be customized to the Cat machines in your fleet and the specific needs of your technicians and/or operators. You or your dealer provides the Cat machine, operating or lab space and classroom. Caterpillar provides the instructor(s) and necessary training materials reducing travel time and expenses for your business. Available courses include:

Milling Operations Training – this course provides theory and hands-on training for operation of the Cat PM300, PM600 and PM800 series cold planers. Upon conclusion of this course, attendees will be able to put the machine to work.

Course Length: 2 Days

Min/Max Attendance: 8/10

PM600 Series and PM800 Series Cold Planer Service Training – this course provides theory and hands-on training. Upon completion of the course, students will be able to trace the flow of oil through hydraulic systems, test and adjust hydraulic pressures, troubleshoot hydraulic and electrical systems, explain Electronic Control Module (ECM) functions and calibration steps, and set up automatic grade and slope control.

Course Length: 3 Days

Min/Max Attendance: 8/12

PM300 Series Cold Planer Service Training – this course provides theory and hands-on training. Upon completion of the course, students will be able to trace the flow of oil through hydraulic systems, test and adjust hydraulic pressures, troubleshoot hydraulic and electrical systems, explain ECM functions and calibration steps, and set up automatic grade and slope control.

Course Length: 3 Days

Min/Max Attendance: 8/12

Paving – Introduction to Rotary Mixers – this rotary mixer operator training course provides theory and hands-on reclamation training using the Cat RM400, RM500, RM600 and/or RM800 rotary mixer. Upon completion of the course, attendees will be able to put the machine to work with a customer or demo the machine.

Course Length: 3 Days Min/Max Attendance: 8/10

Paving – RM600/RM800 Rotary Mixer Service Training (Course Code: 55408) – this course provides theory and hands-on training. Upon completion of the course, students will be able to trace the flow of oil through hydraulic systems, test and adjust hydraulic pressures, troubleshoot hydraulic and electrical systems, and explain Electronic Control Module (ECM) functions and calibration steps.

Course Length: 3 Days Min/Max Attendance: 8/12

Paving – RM500 Rotary Mixer Service Training (Course Code: 56274) – this course provides theory and hands-on training. Upon completion of the course, students will be able to trace the flow of oil through hydraulic systems, test and adjust hydraulic pressures, troubleshoot hydraulic and electrical systems, and explain Electronic Control Module (ECM) functions and calibration steps.

Course Length: 3 Days Min/Max Attendance: 8/12

Paving – RM400 Rotary Mixer Service Training (Course Code: 53595) – this course provides theory and hands-on training. Upon completion of the course, students will be able to trace the flow of oil through hydraulic systems, test and adjust hydraulic pressures, troubleshoot hydraulic and electrical systems, and explain Electronic Control Module (ECM) functions and calibration steps.

Course Length: 3 Days

Min/Max Attendance: 8/12



Clarence Richard Company

Email: [email protected] 

Phone: 952.939.6000

WEB: www.EZFloWeighing.com

  • Design your own training schedule! 
  • Classes fill on first come basis
  • Choose 1-6 Workshop Days in any order
  • Each Participant must be individually registered
  • If unable to make one day, Zoom in on another available day

Plant Operation Training

Improve: Safety, Mix Quality, Production, Energy Efficiency and Operating Costs

Who: New and Veteran Plant Operators, Maintenance, Management, Quality Control Personnel

Clarence Richard has been using his Asphalt Plant Operation and Engineering expertise to train Plant Operators and Personnel throughout the country for over 30 years. Ten years ago, he kicked his Training Programs up a notch by designing an Online program. Due to the recent Covid-19 virus, Clarence has upgraded the program once again, making it interactive with Virtual Training!

Electro-Mechanical Systems

Virtual Classroom and Private Webinar Training options available

Who: Electricians, Mechanics, Maintenance

Learn to safely troubleshoot and maintain very complex control systems. Operators learn about Electrical Safety and Basic Electricity including troubleshooting procedures and test meter usage. This will be accomplished by focusing instruction on the troubleshooting process and the latest in state-of-the-art procedures.

Safety

Virtual Classroom and Private Webinar Training options available

Protect your personnel and equipment. eSafety Director Workshop addresses issues affecting Plant Operation and Maintenance personnel. Plant Safety curriculum includes 2 of 14 modules Plant Managers and Operators are trained on in the Plant Operation Workshop; and a portion of a module in the Electro-Mechanical Workshop.

These modules address proper personnel protection, accident prevention and damage control.  It is nearly impossible to implement safety procedures for those that do not understand the processes at the plant.  This curriculum makes it very easy for a company to implement this program into their existing program.

The curriculum covers safety related topics specific to asphalt plants designed by process control engineers with 40 years experience in the industry. Downloadable Confined Space-Lockout Templates are provided to comply with OSHA’s requirements for the Company Provided Written Energy Control Procedures for Lockout-Confined Space.

Learn about the NEW OSHA Arc Flash Protection Procedure requirements and how to keep your Maintenance Personnel safe and effective. Don’t find out a safety interlock was not working by accident. Make sure you have the latest in Safety interlocks.  Observe indicators to confirm interlocks work. Control damage by knowing what and what not to do.

Process Quality Control

Virtual Classroom and Private Webinar Training options available

Tune up your Quality Control Dept. This eQuality Control Workshop addresses issues affected by Plant Operation. The curriculum is made up of 5 of the 14 modules included in the Plant Operation Workshop.

Two downloadable spreadsheet calculators included (EZ-Flo Scale Calculator and e-Spot Check). Calculators aid in calibrating continuous weigh scales and troubleshooting quality control issues stemming from the plant. The curriculum addresses issues at plants that affect mix quality and provides solutions. These modules are concerned with the proper blending of all materials from the stock piles, tanks, feeder bins and baghouse fines delivery all the way through the silo and into the truck.


Command Alkon

Websitehttps://commandalkon.com/trainingdays/

Email[email protected]

Elevate + TRAININGdays is a one-stop event for user training on Command Alkon systems, breakout sessions highlighting technology for Aggregates, Asphalt and Concrete suppliers, and networking with industry peers and partners. Attend TRAININGdays Workshops to become a Certified User on TrackIt or COMMANDbatch. View Course outlines on the Schedule Page and register for the training workshops and certification workshops for these products! 

When: October 28 - 31, 2024

Location: Austin, TX

Kick off Elevate with two full days of in-depth training for system users and administrators, offering workshops on these solutions and topics:

  • Dispatch
  • Making the Move to Cloud Dispatch
  • Command Cloud Ready Mix Cloud Solutions Workshop
  • Load Assurance
  • Material Supply
  • TrackIt
  • COMMANDbatch
  • Marcotte Batch - NEW!
  • Libra
  • COMMANDseries
  • Apex
  • COMMANDqc

Gencor Industries

Website: https://www.gencor.com/training

Years ago Gencor adopted the philosophy of “self-help” when it came to plant-downs because we felt no one but the plant personnel could respond fast enough to minimize the costly experience and be able to get up and running quickly even if we had a serviceman nearby. 

2025 TRAINING SCHOOL

Gencor's expert instructors provide step-by-step comprehensive and concentrated training on their state-of-the-art control simulation and plant equipment. Benefit from their advanced knowledge and expertise in the science and technology of hot mix asphalt production. Then get ready to conquer any challenge! Gencor also offers custom training; contact for more information.

Gencor Trainings are designed specifically for hot mix asphalt producers that own and operate HMA Facilities and are not open to industry vendors, or suppliers. 

Duration: 4 days

Location: 5201 N. Orange Blossom Trail Orlando, FL 32810 

Space is limited, please register early. 

Training Dates:

Week 1: January 20-23, 2025

Week 2: January 27-30, 2025

Week 3: February 3-6, 2025

Week 4: February 10-13, 2025


HCSS

Contact: Lauren Hill

Phone: 1.713.270.4000

E-mail: [email protected]

Website: ugm.hcss.com

User Group Meeting

The annual Users Group Meetings are a chance for HCSS customers to learn best practices, find out about new features and how to use them, gain insight on industry trends, and network with others in construction.

When: February 18 - 20, 2025 

Location: Houston, TX

Based on the 2024 topic schedule, the informative class sessions cover:

• HCSS HeavyBid

• HCSS HeavyJob

• HCSS Dispatcher

• HCSS Equipment360

• HCSS Telematics

• HCSS Plans

• HCSS Safety

• HCSS FuelerPlus

• HCSS Trucking

• HCSS Intelligence

• HCSS Cloud

• HCSS Skills

• HCSS Forms


National Center for Asphalt Technology (NCAT)

Website: https://eng.auburn.edu/research/centers/ncat/education/training-courses/index.html

Email: [email protected]

NCAT offers training courses for engineers and contractors, including customized and online programs that qualify for CEUs. Their Pavement and Materials Engineering graduate program provides master's and doctoral degrees focused on practical research in paving materials, construction, maintenance, testing, and design.

Performance Graded Binder Technician Course (Certification Course)

This is a four-and-a-half-day workshop that provides the attendee with practical classroom sessions and hands-on laboratory testing that will reinforce the experienced technician's skills and also develop the knowledge and testing ability necessary for new technicians. The course will provide background information on the development of binder grading systems and test procedures and present step-by-step descriptions of test methods used in the performance graded binder system.

The attendee will learn how to analyze test results and determine specification compliance for performance graded (PG) binders. Each attendee will have the opportunity to operate the test equipment while conducting tests on samples they have prepared. Equipment such as the rotational viscometer, dynamic shear rheometer (DSR), and bending beam rheometer (BBR) will be used in the course.

Topics discussed during the course include:

  • - Overview and history of binder grading systems
  • - The PG system and LTPP Bind software
  • - Performance graded binder test procedures such as rotational viscosity, DSR, BBR, and pressure aging vessel (PAV)
  • - Conventional test procedures such as softening point, kinematic viscosity, specific gravity, and elastic recovery
  • - Specifications and evaluation of binder data
  • - Discussion of other procedures such as multiple stress creep recovery

When: October 14 -18, 2024

Cost: $1375

Balanced Mix Design 

This 2 1/2-day workshop will provide a basic understanding of the balanced mix design process and provide hands-on training using the laboratory tests being considered by various agencies to evaluate potential mix performance. Upon completion, attendees will be able to develop a balanced asphalt mix design in their laboratories.

Lecture:

  • - Overview of balanced mix design
  • - Pavement distresses and critical layers
  • - Discussion of test equipment options
  • - Testing for rutting resistance
  • - Testing for crack resistance
  • - Testing for moisture susceptibility
  • - Putting it all together: balanced mix design approaches

Laboratory:

  • - Sample preparation
  • - Hamburg Wheel Tracker (HWT) testing procedures
  • - AMPT overlay tester for cracking resistance
  • - Semi-circular bend tests for fracture energy and I-FIT resistance to cracking
  • - Moisture susceptibility testing
  • - Equipment calibration

When: November 12-14, 2024

Cost: $900

Specialty Mix Design 

The purpose of this three-day workshop is to provide a basic understanding of the advantages of using WMA, high RAP, and RAS, and to provide guidance in material testing and mix design.

Lecture:

  • - Overview and discussion of WMA technologies
  • - Sources and control of RAP and RAS
  • - RAP/RAS properties
  • - Mix design procedures
  • - Performance tests: discussion of procedures
  • - Production and placement of WMA/RAP/RAS
  • - Guidance for field quality control/quality assurance
  • - Observed performance of high RAP/RAS mixes
  • - Observed performance of WMA mixes
  • - Class exercise: economics of WMA/RAP/RAS
  • - Proposed guide specifications for high RAP, WMA, etc.
  • - Status of implementation and open discussion

Laboratory and Test Track:

  • - Handling various WMA technologies: foaming, chemical, organic
  • - Performance test: observe performance test equipment and operation in the lab
  • - Material testing and mix design
  • - Tour of test track

When: January 28-30, 2025

Cost: $1200

Asphalt Technology Course 

The purpose of this intensive course is to provide a basic understanding of all phases of asphalt technology. Upon completion, the participant will be able to make knowledgeable decisions related to asphalt pavements and communicate effectively with asphalt specialists when the need arises.

This course consists of 4.5 days of intensive lectures, demonstration of laboratory tests (no hands-on), and discussions concerning all phases of asphalt technology such as:

  • Asphalt Binders: refining, physical properties, binder testing, and modified asphalt binders;
  • Aggregate: aggregate testing and required aggregate properties for high performance;
  • Asphalt Mixtures: desirable mix properties, types of mixes, volumetric mix design, and laboratory performance testing;
  • Construction: asphalt plant operations, laydown and compaction methods, and quality control/quality assurance of asphalt mixes; and
  • Asphalt Pavement Design/Rehabilitation: design, maintenance, rehabilitation, and recycling.

When: February 10-14, 2025

Cost: $1350

Balanced Mix Design (see above)

When: March 18-20, 2025

Cost: $900

Mixed Design SuperPave 

When: March 24-28, 2025

Cost: $1400


TransTech Systems, Inc.

Phone: 1.800.724.6306 | 518.370.5558

Website: www.transtechsys.com 

TransTech welcomes individuals to our facility in New York for training, free of charge. Please call toll-free 1-800-724-6306 to arrange dates and for any additional training information.

COURSE: Online Training

Mobile friendly and at your convenience, you may review any number of TransTech Systems videos to assist with learning more about the PQI (non-nuclear asphalt density gauge) or the SDG (non-nuclear soil density gauge). These videos are great for new customers or as a refresher once your season gets under way. These videos are available at your fingertips anytime you are ready! It’s as easy as going to our website or searching for “TransTech Systems Inc” within YouTube. 

COURSE: Density ClinicTransTech Systems, Inc. offers FREE density clinics. Our team provides a class that covers overall density, as well as operation and use of the non-nuclear density asphalt or soil gauge.  Please call TransTech Systems if your company is interested in scheduling a date!  Our clinics are by appointment, and dependent upon social distancing protocol, may be in person (at our office) or virtual.  When your team completes the TransTech Density Clinic, each member will receive an Operator Training Certificate.  Call today!


Troxler Electronic Laboratories

Phone: 1-877-TROXLER (1.877.876.9537) | 1.919.549.8661

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.troxlerlabs.com

Free Online Training Site: www.troxlerlearningcenter.com

Nuclear Gauge User Training - 3400 Series

Online training course on the proper use of Troxler’s 3400 series nuclear density gauges.

Radiation Safety Officer Certification Course

All attendees must first complete a Nuclear Gauge Operator Safety and Hazmat Course. A packet of handouts will be provided for assistance during the course and for future reference, please print and / or save this file.  Participants are encouraged to take notes during the lessons.  A short quiz will be given at the end of each lesson to test for comprehension of the information.  A certification of successful completion can be printed and/ or saved to your computer.   

Topics covered include:  

  • Review of radiological fundamentals
  • Radiological protection regulatory requirements
  • Gauge Storage 
  • Transportation regulations
  • Personnel monitoring
  • Record keeping
  • Leak testing
  • Accident response  
  • Gauge Maintenance

Nuclear Gauge Operator Safety Training Course with Hazmat

This course is for nuclear moisture density gauge operators. This course provides the certification required to operate and transport nuclear moisture density gauges. A quiz will be given at the end and a certificate issued with a passing score.

Topics covered include:

  • Radiation safety fundamentals and principles
  • Regulatory requirements
  • Portable gauge theory, design and operation
  • Gauge maintenance and troubleshooting
  • Operating, emergency, maintenance and transportation procedures
  • Leak testing
  • Storing, packaging and transporting gauges

Hazmat Certification / Recertification Course

This course is for Hazmat transportation certification/ recertification. It can be taken to renew your Hazmat certification (every 3 years) or for individuals who may need to transport nuclear gauges, but not operate them.

This course satisfies US DOT training requirements of 49 CFR 172, subpart H (Hazmat) for individuals shipping or transporting hazardous materials. Recurrent training is required every 3 years.

Radiation Safety Refresher Course for the Nuclear Gauge Operator

This course is designed as an annual safety refresher for nuclear gauge operators who are in a state where an annual safety recertification is required by the licensing agency.  This should not be taken by new nuclear gauge operators. The Nuclear Gauge Safety Training Course with Hazmat is the initial course for new operators.

Topics covered include:

  • Radiation safety refresher
  • New regulatory requirements
  • Operating, emergency, maintenance, and transportation procedures

Compaction and Density Testing Course

This course is designed to teach you the basic principles of compaction and density testing methods, with emphasis on nuclear testing methods.

Topics covered include:

  • Why we compact asphalt, soil, sand, aggregate, etc.
  • Factors to consider when compacting
  • Terms related to density testing of soil and asphalt
  • Overview of the various methods used for measuring compaction
  • Theory behind nuclear gauge measurements of moisture and density
  • Proper methods of nuclear gauge operation

Wirtgen Group America Inc.

Phone: (615) 501-0600

Location: Nashville, TN

Register online at https://www.wirtgen-group.com/america/en-us/customer-support/know-how/training-program/

Wirtgen Group Center for Training and Technology (CTT)   

The state-of-the-art training facility is located just outside of Nashville, Tennessee. During the year, numerous hands-on classes are offered to enhance the abilities of operators and technicians regarding road construction and mineral processing. The 40,000+ sq. ft facility includes a 5-acre test track, four-bay training shop, multimedia classrooms, a gourmet cafeteria, and a dedicated team of experienced professionals to assist in learning and development.  

WIRTGEN - W 100 CFi / W 130 XFi Cold Milling Operation  

Throughout this two-day course, students will learn the necessary tools to safely and effectively operate W 100 CFi – W 130 XFi cold milling machines. An in-depth look at the machine and applications will be discussed to better understand Wirtgen cutting technology, operator controls, Level Pro Plus, and daily routine/maintenance. Hands on training as well as assessments will be provided on all objectives during this class. 

Cost: $1,000 per person 

WIRTGEN - W 100 Fi Series Cold Milling Operation

This two-day course teaches the necessary tools to safely and effectively operate W 100- W 130 Fi cold milling machines. An in-depth look at the machine and applications will be discussed to better understand Wirtgen cutting technology, operator controls, Level Pro Active, and daily routine/maintenance. Hands on training as well as assessments will be provided on all objectives during this class.  

Cost: $1,000 per person 

WIRTGEN - W 100 Fi Series Technical Service for Customers 

This two-day course offers an in-depth look at troubleshooting & diagnosing symptoms of the W 100 – W 130 Fi milling machines. Through hands on trainingand assessments, you will learn how to reference factory-recommended procedures regarding electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical service repairs. 

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to: 

  1. Diagnose and clear machine operating state messages. 
  2. Reference and know what to do when an engine code occurs. 
  3. Interpret and navigate Wirtgen schematics to locate devices and trace circuitry and hydraulic lines. 
  4. Recall the various CAN Buses and with which systems each communicates. 
  5. Replace control panel buttons, switches, levers, and hydraulic components to identify which can be swapped. 
  6. Troubleshoot and diagnose machine operational malfunctions to determine the root cause. 

Cost: $1,000 per person

WIRTGEN - W 200 Fi Series Cold Milling Operation 

During the course of 2 days, experience an in-depth look at Wirtgen cutting technology & best practices for the cold milling machine. Learn about machine operator controls, Level Pro Active, and daily maintenance for efficient operation. 

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to: 

  1. Follow safe work practices on and around W 200-250 Fi cold milling machines. 
  2. Identify Wirtgen cutting technology including drum styles, usage options, and wear items.
  3. Reference the Wirtgen Instruction Manual for machine component functions, as well as application & maintenance best practices.
  4. Perform basic machine setup, operation, & maintenance for both travel & milling including using Level Pro Active to set up auto grade controls and changing out the drum. 

Cost: $1,000 per person 

WIRTGEN - WR 200 i Series Cold Recyclers Technical Service

3-day course 

Cost: $1,500 per person  

WIRTGEN - WR 200 i Series Cold Recycling Operation

2-day course 

Cost: $1,000 per person 

KLEEMANN - MSC EVO Series Mobiscreen Classifier Operations - Maintenance - Technical Service 

This class provides an in-depth look at daily operation of the Kleemann MSC EVO Series Mobiscreen classifier screening systems by teaching factory recommended best practices for machine operation and maintenance. During this two-day course, you will learn how to troubleshoot components using electrical and hydraulic systems that control functions of the MSC EVO Series Mobiscreen classifier screening systems as well as how to troubleshoot components using electrical diagrams, hydraulic schematics, and other Kleemann resources. This class is beneficial to understand what items require regular servicing and maintenance. 

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to: 

  1. Follow safe working practices while working on or around MSC EVO Series Mobiscreen classifier screening machines 
  2. Operate Kleemann MSC EVO Series Mobiscreen classifier screening systems in a safe and efficient manner. 
  3. Reference the operator’s manual to identify machine controls and components as well as machine operation and maintenance information. 
  4. Perform basic setup to prepare machines for work. 
  5. Perform basic machine setup in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations to prepare the machine for work. 
  6. Reference and perform maintenance on jaw crushers. 
  7. Interpret Kleemann-specific electrical and hydraulic schematics and symbols. 
  8. Troubleshoot, calibrate, and setup components and systems. 

Cost: $1,000 per person

KLEEMANN - MSS EVO Series Mobiscreen Scalper Operations - Maintenance - Technical Service 

During this two-day course, you will be given an in-depth look at daily operation of the Kleemann MSS EVO Series Mobiscreen scalper screening systems. This includes factory recommended best practices for machine operation and maintenance as well as electrical and hydraulic systems that control functions of the MSS EVO Series Mobiscreen scalper screening systems. You will also learn how to troubleshoot components using electrical diagrams, hydraulic schematics, and other Kleemann resources. This class is beneficial to understand what items require regular servicing as well as maintenance. 

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to: 

  1. Operate Kleemann MSS EVO Series Mobiscreen scalper screening systems in a safe and efficient manner. 
  2. Follow safe working practices while working on or around MSS EVO Series Mobiscreen scalper screening machines. 
  3. Reference the operator’s manual to identify machine controls/components as well as machine operation and maintenance information. 
  4. Interpret Kleemann-specific electrical and hydraulic schematics and symbols. 
  5. Troubleshoot, calibrate, and setup components/systems. 
  6. Perform basic machine setup in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations to prepare the machine for work. 
  7. Reference and perform maintenance on jaw crushers. 

Cost: $1,000 per person

KLEEMANN - MC 110 EVO2 Jaw Crusher Operations & Maintenance 

2-day course 

Cost: $1,000 per person 

VÖGELE - 8ft SUPER 3i Technical Service 

4-day course 

Cost: $2,000 per person 

VÖGELE - 10ft SUPER 3i Technical Service 

4-day course 

Cost: $2,000 per person 

VÖGELE - Paver Operations & Application 

2-day course

Cost: $1,000 per person 

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