[VIDEO] Ligchine ScreedSavers Incorporate Robotic Control with Topcon's LPS

Gary Ligman from Ligchine shows a fully-loaded ScreedSaver BOSS 240 machine that includes a Zero turn drive system, automated concrete additive spray bar system integrated into the screed head, and an on-board pressure washer.

Jan 20, 2017

Gary Ligman from Ligchine shows a fully-loaded ScreedSaver BOSS 240 machine that includes a Zero turn drive system, automated concrete additive spray bar system integrated into the screed head, and an on-board pressure washer. New features include a hydraulic parallel side shifting for clean stickup avoidance. Also this year, Ligchine has combined engineering resources with Topcon to offer their Local Positioning System (LPS) 3D robotic system.

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