10 Must Know About 
Superpave Gyratory 
Compactor

1. BUILT TO LAST

The build quality is second to none, with 20mm thick side plates, heavy duty tie bars and an extra strong frame the machine will stand the test of time. Weighing in at 500kg the machine demonstrates superb rigidity to avoid unwanted flex, thus eliminating variability in results often seen on cheaper less rigid machines. All external surfaces are either powder coated of plated to an high quality level to provide durability that will last a lifetime. The gyratory compactor is aesthetically pleasing and has a small footprint lending itself ideal to fit in the tightest of spaces.

2. FULLY ADJUSTABLE SECURED ANGLE

Unlike other machines on the market the angle mechanism is locked in place once set. Machines that have auto adjust features depend on chains and belts, these mechanisms stretch over time realizing unwanted variability. The ease of adjustment lends itself to a timely solution if the angle ever needs to be adjusted for research type work. The mechanism deployed on this machines ensures reliable, consistent reproducible results are assured.

3. SPEED CONTROL VIA AN INDUSTRIAL INVERTER

The use of an industrial motor controlled via an industrial inverter ensures unsurpassed accuracy and infinite adjustability. Unlike others who are known to use household drills to drive the mechanism this machines uses the finest industrial motors on the market, utilization of the Mitsubishi inverter ensures accurate results via both 50 and 60hz electricity supply.

4. PRE-SELECTABLE NUMBER OF GYRATIONS

Via the press of a keyboard button the number of gyrations per test can be easily adjusted from 1 – 999 gyrations, resulting in greater test flexibility for research type work when required.

5. VARIABLE MODES OF END TEST OPTIONS

The test can be easily ended via the utilization of a wide range of test parameters; density, voids, number of gyrations, height, temperature etc. can all be preset at the touch of a button to define when the test is complete. The user friendly Labview software provides the operator with a whole host of end test options.

6. INTELLIGENT DATA ACQUISITION VIA REAL TIME DATA CAPTURE

The test configuration can be pre-programmed to include numerous data acquisition modes; shear stress, temperature, number of gyrations, Hmin, density are all selectable options to provide the user with improved flexibility for test design. The machine is class leading in terms of temperature measurement, no other machine on the market provides this critical parameter. When using ground rubber the test is often deemed complete upon satisfaction of assured height, this can be monitored effectively via the use of the temperature measurement feature.

7. CONTROL DATA

Via PC control data can be stored, accessed and manipulated via every conceivable electronic and software function available. Dial in remotely from anywhere in the world to see real time data capture, never be late in sending or receiving data reports again.

8. AUTO LOAD, UNLOAD AND TRANSFER

To ensure there is no heavy lifting involved whilst undertaking tests. No other machine on the market is as user friendly and intuitive to use, via the use of the simple slide in slide out feature this machine makes lightweight of manual handling issues attributed to other machines on the market. With the option of pneumatic or hydraulic extrusion mechanisms safety can be guaranteed when the ever familiar ‘sticking phenomenon’ is encountered.

9. GROUND TYRE CAPABILITY

With ever increasing use of ground tyre formulation this machine has in build cooling systems and temperature monitoring capability to ensure specimens are fully cured prior to extrusion, no other machine on the market has this capability, thus making this machine class leading when latest road building technologies are being utilised.

10. ABSOLUTE PEACE OF MIND

With inbuilt diagnostics systems employed as standard this machine can be dialed up and accessed from anywhere in the world at any time to determine issues when in use. Remote training, guidance and instructional procedures can be remotely undertaken often at no cost to ensure operators are fully appraised of full machine functional capability, this feature is class leading in our industry.