Asphalt Compactors (Roller and PreSBox Compactors)

IPC Global’s range of Asphalt Compactors provides the latest in asphalt sample preparation and mix evaluation. From the PReSBOX® that can quickly produce the highest quality of asphalt prisms with minimal operator involvement to our automatic and electromechanical Slab Compactors producing compacted slabs for Wheel Tracking and Fatigue Tests, IPC Global has all your compacting needs covered.

Advanced Asphalt Slab Roller Compactor

The slab compactors can compact asphalt slabs to a target density applying specific loads.

Standards EN 12697-33 ASTM D8079

Asphalt slab roller compactor, advanced model 77-PV41C05)
Description

The slab compactors can compact asphalt slabs to a target density applying specific loads corresponding to those of pavements rollers used in the highway construction. The slab can be used for: 

  • Wheel tracking test down to 38 mm thickness
  • Cored to provide specimens for indirect tensile, static and dynamic creep tests
  • Cut into beams for benfing fatigue tests

The slab compactors are proposed in two versions:

  • Standard models
  • Advanced models, which also satisfy the compaction procedure of the brand new EN 12697-33 method 7.3 and include other important features. 

Electromechanical slab compactors feature a compacting system by roller segment head radius 535 mm. The roller segment freely moves by simple friction for better compaction uniformity. A brushless motor (standard models), or stepper motor (advanced models) moves vertically the roller segment under displacement control. the vertical load is applied orthogonally to the axis of the travel motion. the mould carriage moves back and forth by linear movement. The longitudinal (major) mould dimension correspond to the compaction direction so it is possible to obtain specimens of the proper lenght conforming to Standards. The lifting machine cover permit an easy access to the mould area. In the “rest” position, the mould is close to the operator for easy positioning while the roller segment is lifted and positioned at the back of the machine.

The Electromechanical slab compactor can be used as part of your Superpave performance based testing program.

Main Features
    • Completely electromechanically operated
    • Possibility to program user defined procedures as free combination of load and displacement (or combined) controlled cycles
    • Completely electromechanically operated
    • Conforming to EN 12697-33, 5.2 method and ASTM D8079
    • 21” All-in-one touchscreen PC controlled , PC and software included
    • Includes the compaction procedure defined in the brand new EN 12697-33 method 7.3, providing at the beginning a controlled displacement compaction which can grant a flat surface followed by a load compaction phase , which can replicate the real compaction on the road surface
    • Base and foot adjustable heating system available as option
    • Mould dimensions: 500 x 400, 500 x 300, 400 x 300, 300 x 300 and 320 x 260 mm, 195 mm height
    • Compaction direction in the longest (major) mould dimension to obtain specimens of the proper length conforming to Standard
    • Vertical balanced of sliding cover for easy access and complete three side view
    • Maximum compaction load 30 kN
    • User defined controlled linear speed up to 300 mm/sec and adjustable pause at the mould inversion point
    • Ideal for producing test beams for 4-Point bending (EN 12697-24, EN 12697-26, AASHTO T321) and slabs down to 38 mm
    • Vibrating roller option, adjustable from 10 to 50 Hz
    • PRO-COMPACT* closed loop control slabs
    • Customization of compacting cycle which can be saved and recalled from the database
     

    *PRO-COMPACT closed-loop is an innovative mechanical and electronic control that combines orthogonality of the load, pendulum motion of the head and sinusoidal non-friction forward-reverse carriage movement. This results in an optimally compacted sample that features Planarity Regularity and hOmogeneity (PRO). The combined load/displacement compaction procedure provides at the beginning of the test a controlled displacement compaction, which can grant a flat surface of the compacted slab, followed by a load compaction phase, which can replicate the real compaction on the road surface.

Products
 
 
77-PV41C05

Advanced multi-size electromechanical slab compactor. 380V/50Hz/3ph+N

77-PV41C06

Advanced multi-size electromechanical slab compactor. 220V/60Hz/3ph+N

Technical Specifications
Models

77-PV41C05
77-PV41C06

Machine control

– Vertical load and/or displacement control of the roller segment by stepper motor, measured directly by linear transducer to verify in real time the specimen thickness for more accuracy
– Real time measurement and control with a closed loop logic of compaction load by two precision strain gauge load cells. This system permits to verify possible discrepancies of the compaction due to the wrong distribution of asphalt in the mould and to any other unexpected malfunctions, with warning to the operator
– Machine fitted with sensors to confirm the mould in position and for the automatic set-up of the horizontal travel

Software

– 21” Touchscreen integrated PC
– Fully programmable PC software operating in Windows®
– Set up of customized compaction sequence as free combination of load/displacement controlled cycles
– Selection, customization and storing of test parameters
– Customization of the compacting sequence to be saved and recalled from the database
– Graphic display of displacement / force vs. number of passes or load vs. displacement

Max. vertical force

30 kN

Load measurement

By two precision load cell

Compacting device

Roller segment, radius 535 mm

Back and forth horizontal travel

Adjustable: 300/320 mm
400 mm
500 mm
By software

Trolley speed

Adjustable up to 300 mm/s
Adjustable pause at inversion point

Mould dimensions*

320 x 260 x 195 mm
300 x 300 x 195 mm
400 x 300 x 195 mm
500 x 300 x 195 mm
500 x 400 x 195 mm

Roller vibration

Yes, adjustable frequency from 10 to 50 Hz (optional)

Heated foot

Yes (optional)

Heated base

Yes (optional)

Electrical supply

380 V, 50 Hz, 3 ph, or
220 V, 60 Hz, 3 ph

Power rating

3000 W

*To produce slabs down to 38 mm thickness. Maximum slab thickness varies with bitumen mixes composition.

Accessories and Spare Parts
 
77-PV41C00/UP

Upgrade of 77-PV41C0X with heating system inbuild in mould base support

 
77-PV42001
Interchangeable sector head to produce slabs 320 mm long x 260 mm wide
 
77-PV42011
Interchangeable sector head to produce slabs 320 mm long x 260 mm wide. Complete with heating system
 
77-PV42102
Steel mould 320×260 mm, 195 mm high, to be filled at 155 mm max, for PV41XXX electromechanical slab compactor
 
77-PV43001
Interchangeable sector head to produce slabs 300 mm long x 300 mm wide
 
77-PV43011
Interchangeable sector head to produce slabs 300 mm long x 300 mm wide. Complete with heating system
 
77-PV43012
Compaction sector head heating system for 77-PV41C0x and 77-PV41A0x series
 
77-PV43042
Motor vibrator roller option. For 380V/50Hz/3ph, 220V/60Hz/3ph, 110-230V/50-60Hz/1ph models.
 
77-PV43102
Steel mould 300×300 mm, 195 mm high, to be filled at 155 mm max, for PV41XXX electromechanical slab compactor
 
77-PV44001
Interchangeable sector head to produce slabs 400 mm long x 300 mm wide
 
77-PV44011
Interchangeable sector head to produce slabs 400 mm long x 300 mm wide. Complete with heating system
 
77-PV44102
Steel mould 400×300 mm, 195 mm high, to be filled at 155 mm max, for PV41XXX electromechanical slab compactor
 
77-PV45001
Interchangeable sector head to produce slabs 500 mm long x 300 mm wide
 
77-PV45011
Interchangeable sector head to produce slabs 500 mm long x 300 mm wide. Complete with heating system
 
77-PV45102
Steel mould 500×300 mm, 195 mm high, to be filled at 155 mm max, for PV41XXX electromechanical slab compactor
 
77-PV46001
Interchangeable sector head to produce slabs 500 mm long x 400 mm wide
 
77-PV46011
Interchangeable sector head to produce slabs 500 mm long x 400 mm wide. Complete with heating system
 
77-PV46102
Steel mould 500×400 mm, 195 mm high, to be filled at 155 mm max, for PV41XXX electromechanical slab compactor

Asphalt Prism Shearbox Compactor PReSBOX

The PReSBOX produces a prismatic specimen with dimensions of 450 x 150 mm x 120 to 185 mm

Standards ASTM D7981

Asphalt Prism Shearbox Compactor PReSBOX
Description

The PReSBOX® provides the latest in asphalt speciment preparation and mix evaluation technology. PReSBOX® produces high quality asphalt prisms from which beams and cylinders with excellent air voids distribution, homogeneity and particle orientation can be cut.

The unique shearing action of the PReSBOX® closely replicates the conditions under which asphalt is placed in the field and produces specimens with excellent homogeneity and volumetic properties, giving an exceptional measure of workability.

The PReSBOX® also provides an accurate measure of the workability (relative effort required for compaction) of Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) needed in the field to achieve a target void content.
The PReSBOX® Shearbox Compactor features a PC interface for user entry of compaction parameters, and provides a real-time graphic display of data, e.g. specimen height, vertical stress and air voids per cycle.
 

Main Features
  • The PReSBOX produces a prismatic specimen with nominal dimensions of 450 mm (lenght) x 150 mm (width) x 120 to 185 mm (height)
  • Asphalt prisms prepared in the PReSBOX compactor can be sawn or cored to produce 4-6 prismatic beams or 1-4 cylindrical specimens
  • The PReSBOX can be operated by a single person
  • Produces specimens with excellent air void distribtion and particle orientation
  • Designed for an easy unlocking of the compaction mould, facilitating an effortless speciment extraction at safe height, handling and user safety
Products
 
 
77-PV46A02

IPC Global PReSBOX – Shearbox Compactor – 208-240V / 50-60Hz / 1ph.

 
Technical Specifications
  • Shearing motion: Electromechanically driven at 4°
  • Vertical stress: Pneumatic user defined up to 2 MPa
  • Specimen size: 450 x 150 x 120 – 185 mm (l x w x h)
  • Integrated specimen extruder
  • Specimen Loading: Easy loading with included accessory kit (includes: distribution chute, levelling tool & comb)
  • Compaction Frequency: 3.7 cycle/min +/- 16 s/cycle
  • Mould hardness: 50 Rockwell C (minimum)
  • Platen hardness: 50 Rockwell C (minimum)
  • Mould surface: finish smoother than 1.6 µm
  • Loading platen size: 448 x 149 mm (l x w)
  • Loading platen finish: smoother than 1.6 µm
  • Numbers of cycles: user definable (unlimited)
  • Air supply: clean dry air supply at minimum 600 kPa
  • Size (h x w x d): 1540 x 1765 x 1050 mm
  • Weight: 1100 kg
  •  
Accessories and Spare Parts
 
 
 
77-PV46202
Heater to pre-heat the box walls. 230V/50-60Hz/1ph
 
77-PV46204
Heater to pre-heat the box walls. 110V/60Hz/1ph
 
79-PV71102
Pneumatic Filtration Kit – Wall Mount 12 Bar

Standard Asphalt Slab Roller Compactor

The slab compactors can compact asphalt slabs to a target density applying specific loads.

Standards ASTM D8079

Asphalt slab roller compactor 77-PV41A02
Description

The slab compactors can compact asphalt slabs to a target density applying specific loads corresponding to those of pavements rollers used in the highway construction. The slab can be used for: 

  • Wheel tracking test down to 38 mm thickness
  • Cored to provide specimens for indirect tensile, static and dynamic creep tests
  • Cut into beams for bending fatigue tests

The slab compactors are proposed in two versions:

  • Standard models
  • Advanced models, which also satisfy the compaction procedure of EN 12697-33 and include other important features. 

Electromechanical slab compactors feature a compacting system by roller segment head radius 535 mm. The roller segment freely moves by simple friction for better compaction uniformity. A brushless motor (standard models), or stepper motor (advanced models) moves vertically the roller segment under displacement control. the vertical load is applied orthogonally to the axis of the travel motion. the mould carriage moves back and forth by linear movement. The longitudinal (major) mould dimension correspond to the compaction direction so it is possible to obtain specimens of the proper lenght conforming to Standards. The lifting machine cover permit an easy access to the mould area. In the “rest” position, the mould is close to the operator for easy positioning while the roller segment is lifted and positioned at the back of the machine.

The Electromechanical slab compactor can be used as part of your Superpave performance based testing program.

Main features
  • Completely electromechanically operated
  • Conforming to ASTM D8079
  • 8” touchscreen controlled
  • Automatically compacts in displacement controlled mode up to target density/height or up to the (user selectable) load limit
  • Mould dimensions: 500 x 400, 500 x 300, 400 x 300, 300 x 300 and 320 x 260 mm, 195 mm height
  • Compaction direction in the longest (major) mould dimension to obtain specimens of the proper length conforming to Standard
  • Vertical balanced of sliding cover for easy access and complete three side view
  • Maximum compaction load 30 kN
  • User defined controlled linear speed up to 300 mm/sec and adjustable pause at the mould inversion point
  • Ideal for producing test beams for 4-Point bending (EN 12697-24, EN 12697-26, AASHTO T321) and slabs down to 38 mm
  • Adjustable heating control system of the sector heads available as option
  • Vibrating roller option, adjustable from 10 to 50 Hz
  • *PRO-COMPACT closed-loop control slab

 

*PRO-COMPACT closed-loop is an innovative mechanical and electronic control that combines orthogonality of the load, pendulum motion of the head and sinusoidal non-friction forward-reverse carriage movement. This results in an optimally compacted sample that features Planarity Regularity and hOmogeneity (PRO).
The software is able to combine a load/displacement compaction. This procedure provides at the beginning of the test a controlled displacement compaction, which can grant a flat surface of the compacted slab, followed by a load compaction phase, which can replicate the real compaction on the road surface.

Products
 
 
-PV41A02

Standard multi-size electromechanical slab compactor. 230V/50-60Hz/1ph

 
77-PV41A04

Standard multi-size electromechanical slab compactor. 110V/60Hz/1ph

Technical Specifications

Models

77-PV41A02
77-PV41A04

Machine control

– Vertical displacement of the roller segment by brushless motor measured directly by encoder to verify in real time the specimen thickness
– Machine fitted with sensors to confirm the mould in position and for the automatic set-up of the horizontal travel

Firmware

Set up of compaction procedure with displacement control with load, density or thickness limit.
– Selection, customization and storing of test parameters
– Customization of the compacting procedure to be saved and recalled from the data base
– Graphic display of roller vertical displacement vs. number of passes
– Possibility to pre-set a load threshold to start compaction at the contact of the sector head with the specimen

Max. vertical force

30 kN

Compacting device

Roller segment, radius 535 mm

Back and forth horizontal travel

Adjustable: 300/320 mm
400 mm
500 mm
By control panel

Trolley speed

Adjustable up to 300 mm/s
Adjustable pause at inversion point

Mould dimensions*

320 x 260 x 195 mm
300 x 300 x 195mm
400 x 300 x 195mm
500 x 300 x 195mm
500 x 400 x 195mm

Roller vibration

Yes, adjustable frequency from 10 to 50 Hz (optional)

Heated foot

Yes (optional)

Electrical supply

220 V, 50 Hz, 1 ph, or
110 V, 60 Hz, 1 ph

Power rating

3000 WE

Overall dimensions
(l x w x h)

1300 x 800 x 2040 mm

Weight approx.

650 kg

*To produce slabs down to 38 mm thickness. Maximum slab thickness varies with bitumen mixes composition.

Accessories and Spare Parts
 
 
 
77-PV42001
Interchangeable sector head to produce slabs 320 mm long x 260 mm wide
 
77-PV42011
Interchangeable sector head to produce slabs 320 mm long x 260 mm wide. Complete with heating system
 
77-PV42102
Steel mould 320×260 mm, 195 mm high, to be filled at 155 mm max, for PV41XXX electromechanical slab compactor
 
77-PV43001
Interchangeable sector head to produce slabs 300 mm long x 300 mm wide
 
77-PV43011
Interchangeable sector head to produce slabs 300 mm long x 300 mm wide. Complete with heating system
 
77-PV43012
Compaction sector head heating system for 77-PV41C0x and 77-PV41A0x series
 
77-PV43042
Motor vibrator roller option. For 380V/50Hz/3ph, 220V/60Hz/3ph, 110-230V/50-60Hz/1ph models.
 
77-PV43102
Steel mould 300×300 mm, 195 mm high, to be filled at 155 mm max, for PV41XXX electromechanical slab compactor
 
77-PV44001
Interchangeable sector head to produce slabs 400 mm long x 300 mm wide
 
77-PV44011
Interchangeable sector head to produce slabs 400 mm long x 300 mm wide. Complete with heating system
 
77-PV44102
Steel mould 400×300 mm, 195 mm high, to be filled at 155 mm max, for PV41XXX electromechanical slab compactor
 
77-PV45001
Interchangeable sector head to produce slabs 500 mm long x 300 mm wide
 
77-PV45011
Interchangeable sector head to produce slabs 500 mm long x 300 mm wide. Complete with heating system
 
77-PV45102
Steel mould 500×300 mm, 195 mm high, to be filled at 155 mm max, for PV41XXX electromechanical slab compactor
 
77-PV46001
Interchangeable sector head to produce slabs 500 mm long x 400 mm wide
 
77-PV46011
Interchangeable sector head to produce slabs 500 mm long x 400 mm wide. Complete with heating system
 
77-PV46102
Steel mould 500×400 mm, 195 mm high, to be filled at 155 mm max, for PV41XXX electromechanical slab compactor

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