Bomag is introducing new capabilities for construction with the launch of its latest Asphalt Pro system. The package is able to supply information to everyone involved in a project and regarding every stage of the materials supply and use. Users can receive the data on a table device or smartphone.
A spokesperson for the firm commented, “It’s capable of organising everything from the mixing plant to truck distribution to the paver and compaction. Everybody gets the same information.”
Should a paver fail onsite, this information is sent straight to the mix plant for example, so that truck loads can be stopped and costly material wastage minimised. Similarly, the paver will be able to tell when trucks will arrive with materials for paving.
Useful information includes comparing the theoretical asphalt tonnage supplied with the actual tonnage used. If the theoretical quantities match the actual tonnages used, then this highlights the efficiency of a paving operation. But if there is a large disparity, it lets the paver operator know that the screed needs adjustment.
The sophisticated digitalisation package also allows users to reduce CO2 emissions as it helps to minimise energy use.
