Anytime you begin to automate a process, you see immediate efficiencies. This is because machines can be programmed precisely, and they execute with precision every time. They are not subject to getting tired, working certain hours, or slight variations in hand movement. Machines don’t get bored with repetitive tasks and make careless mistakes, and they use the proper settings, amount of materials, and technique every time.
SITECH Rocky Mountain offers paving control systems for your construction needs. You can build a better surface and improve productivity. From slipform pavers to milling machines, we’ve got your needs covered. We serve Colorado, New Mexico, and far west Texas. Below, we’ll go over different types of paving control systems. Contact our team to get started today!
USES OF PAVING CONTROL SYSTEMS
Asphalt Pavers
You most likely have seen asphalt pavers on new road construction sites. These machines are characterized by a long tractor and screed that is used to place out asphalt as it is laid on roads, bridges, parking lots, and other areas where cars or vehicles may travel, such as golf courses. An asphalt compactor then finishes the job of smoothing it out. The tractor portion propels the paver and the screed. The asphalt is placed in the hopper where it is fed via a conveyor. When you add a paving control system, the correct amount of asphalt is placed every time, eliminating the need to go back over many times to ensure the right amount of material has been placed.
Milling Machines
A milling machine made for road construction and asphalt is used to remove old and worn out asphalt and improve the surface of the road. Also known as a cold planer, a milling machine uses a rotating drum to remove and grind the surface of the asphalt. Cutters are used to cut into the pavement, which is then loaded onto a conveyor belt. When a paving control system is added, the cutting depth is controlled precisely, getting the same cut every time. This creates an extremely smooth surface and reduces the need for additional repaving passes.
Asphalt Compactors
An asphalt compactor, or road roller, is used to compact all of the road material together in order to create as smooth of a surface as possible. Not only can asphalt be compacted, but also gravel, soil, concrete, and other aggregates can be rolled. Thus, after milling and paving, the asphalt compactor, which uses a large drum, will roll over the surface. With a paving control system, you’ll be able to more efficiently roll over a large surface with less passes and less guesswork, saving you time, effort, fuel, and labor costs.
Slipform Pavers
A slipform paver is often used on large construction sites as it is a huge machine that consolidates the surface aggregate and shapes it at the same time. Essentially, the slipform paver does the job of other pavers, placing the material, compacting it, and then finishing it. They are complicated pieces of machinery that take precision in order to get right because the concrete is laid and the slipform paver must shape it and process it before it hardens. By using a paving control system with your slipform paver, you’ll be able to stop less often, have fewer grinder problems, and maximize your ROI.
CHOOSE SITECH ROCKY MOUNTAIN TODAY
Since time is money, companies are always looking to use the latest technology in order to accomplish the same amount of work in less time. This directly impacts the bottom line and leads to future success. SITECH Rocky Mountain offers the best construction management software, Trimble survey equipment, grade and site control systems, and more in order to help you improve your construction site processes.
We understand that you are under a lot of pressure to get the job done on-time and on-budget, and with the construction season being limited by the weather, any way to speed up your work is welcomed. We offer periodic training on the use of our technology, as well as rental and used equipment to better fit your needs and budget. If you are interested in partnering with SITECH for your construction needs in Colorado, New Mexico, or far west Texas, reach out today!