What is a material transfer vehicle?

What is a material transfer vehicle?

Material transfer vehicles (MTVs) are used to assist the paver in accepting HMA. Most pavers are equipped to receive HMA directly from end dump or live bottom trucks, however in certain situations it can be necessary or advantageous to use an MTV.

What is a shuttle buggy in asphalt?

As a material transfer vehicle (MTV), the Shuttle Buggy’s key purpose is to transport and remix HMA between the asphalt truck and paver.

How much does a Roadtec Shuttle Buggy weight?

67,240 lbs
The Roadtec Shuttle Buggy® material transfer vehicle SB-1500 features a low weight and narrower wheel base….Specs.

Max. Power 300 hp (224 kW) @ 2,000 rpm
Shipping Weight 67,240 lbs (30,500 kg)
Operating Length 52′ 8″ (16066 mm)
Shipping Width 9′ 9″ (2980 mm)

What is the purpose of a Shuttle Buggy?

The Shuttle Buggy material transfer vehicle (MTV) is designed to “shuttle” between the hot mix asphalt haul truck and paver. Segregation problems are eliminated thanks to the machine’s remixing action. The Shuttle Buggy MTV also allows non-stop paving, which leads to a much smoother surface.

How much does a shuttle buggy weight?

Specifications

Weight & Dimensions Specifications
Shipping Weight 77,190 lb
Operating Length 54′ 4″
Shipping Width 9′ 9″
Shipping Height 11′ 3″

How much does a shuttle buggy weigh?

77,190 lb
Specifications

Weight & Dimensions Specifications
Shipping Weight 77,190 lb
Operating Length 54′ 4″
Shipping Width 9′ 9″
Shipping Height 11′ 3″

How wide is a milling machine?

Milling machines — or cold planers, as officially designated by the AEM and ARRA — generally fall into three categories: full-lane, half-lane and smaller commercial machines. Full-lane units typically cut 12- to 12.5-foot swaths, but can grind a path as wide as 14.5 feet.

What happened to roadtec?

Roadtec and other subsidiary companies will all take on the Astec name with the new branding the company recently rolled out. Astec Industries, Inc. is launching a new modern look with a rebranding initiative to coincide with its business model. The rebrand includes a new logo, color palette and website.

What is a windrow in construction?

A windrow is a row of cut (mown) hay or small grain crop. Snow windrows are created by snow plows when clearing roads of snow; where this blocks driveways the windrow may require removal.

How much do asphalt paving machines cost?

Hood says that as a rule of thumb, a gravity-fed paver will cost anywhere between $35,000 and $60,000 and, at the high end, contractors may be able to put down up to 300 tons of asphalt in a day, that’s 30 tons per driveway for 10 driveways.

Can you cold plane concrete?

Existing asphalt concrete pavement shall be cold planed at the locations shown or specified in the Contract and in accordance with these Specifications, unless directed otherwise by the Agency. The final cut shall result in a uniform surface conforming to the details shown or specified in the Contract.

What is the capacity of a roadtec shuttle buggy?

A patented anti-segregation auger remixes materials just before they are delivered to the asphalt paver. The 25-ton surge capacity of the Shuttle Buggy® MTV allows trucks to unload material immediately and return to the asphalt plant.

What kind of engine does roadtec sb-2500e / ex have?

The 25-ton surge capacity of the Shuttle Buggy® MTV allows trucks to unload material immediately and return to the asphalt plant. Optional windrow pickup head is available. The SB-2500e/ex is powered by a 300 hp Cummins® QSL 9 Engine.

Can a shuttle buggy transfer asphalt to a paver?

The SB-2500e/ex Shuttle Buggy® material transfer vehicle (MTV) can store and transfer hot-mixed asphalt material from a truck to a paver for continuous paving. A patented anti-segregation auger remixes materials just before they are delivered to the asphalt paver.

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