Asphalt Paver

Introduction to Asphalt Pavers

Asphalt pavers are indispensable construction machines that are mainly utilised for laying asphalt. The mix of asphalt is loaded into the machine, which then lays and spreads out the asphalt for the further process of levelling and compaction. These construction machines are utilised to lay the asphalt in a convenient, safe, smooth, and consistent way. Also, these pavers allow for fast construction. 

How do asphalt pavers work?

The main task of asphalt pavers is to dispense and compact the asphalt layers onto different surfaces so that roads, walkways, parking lots, and other areas can be paved. Most of these machines are self-driven through tracks or towed by a dump truck. The pavers are assembled with two major components: the screed and the tractor. The tractor is used to tow the screed, through which the shaping and levelling of the asphalt take place.

The pavers function with the help of a dump truck, which fills the paver’s hopper with asphalt. As the users begin to operate the gear and make a forward move, the feeder conveyors convey the material to the backside of the paver. The users can adjust the augers’ width so as to match all application needs. As the asphalt is pushed out, the screed afterward levels and compacts all layers of material. The asphalt screeds are incorporated with heated screed plates, which assist in adjusting the width hydraulically. The operation mechanism of the asphalt pavers requires less handwork.

Different Types of Asphalt Pavers

Apollo Paver Finishers

The construction equipment is helpful in laying Portland cement concrete and asphalt concrete on roads, parking lots, bridges, and other such places.

Wheeled Pavers For Large-scale Projects

The pavers are used to place both binding courses as well as surface lifts. The machine models are available with a standard paving thickness of 2.55 metres to 4.9 metres. The size and capacity of the models make them the ideal fit for larger road projects. It also has a specialised levelling system that can be attached to the control unit.

Tracked Asphalt Pavers

These particular pavers are utilised for paving assorted materials from base courses on varied terrains. They are applicable to both large and medium-scale projects. The latest models of these types have a smart power-saving mode.

Mini Asphalt Pavers For Small-sized Projects

The pavers are of modern technology and assist in repair work as well as in the smooth construction of sports grounds, cycle paths, parking lots, and footpaths. These pavers are used to fill trenches. Also, they can pave surfaces in underground parking decks and halls, completing many landscaping projects. Its repositioning function adds to its user-friendliness.

Key Components of Asphalt Pavers

Modern asphalt pavers are composed of different components, and the major ones are the engine, drive tracks, hopper, hydraulic drives, and controls, distribution augers, feeding conveyors, and screed. The screed of the pavers is included with levelling arms, end plates, burners, moldboard, slope sensors, and vibrators. 

Benefits of Using Asphalt Pavers

Asphalt pavers offer several benefits, including cost efficiency, a reduction in noise pollution, and comfort. These are apt for road construction and maintenance, which add to the benefits for all road users and the environment.

The paver equipment has the capacity to cover up the potholes by resting a strong asphalt layer on them. Once the material—cement, concrete, clay, or any other material—is jam-packed in the equipment, it provides a flat, even, and smooth layer of asphalt. Other benefits are speed, precision, versatility, low material cost, safety, affordability, custom design flexibility, high strength, weather resistance, etc.