What is a roadtec Shuttle Buggy?
The Shuttle Buggy® material transfer vehicle is designed to “shuttle” between the asphalt haul truck and paver. Thermal and/or material segregation problems are eliminated thanks to the machine’s remixing action. The Roadtec Shuttle Buggy® MTV also allows continuous paving, which leads to a much smoother surface.
How much asphalt does a shuttle buggy hold?
25 tons
The Shuttle Buggy MTV also allows non-stop paving, which leads to a much smoother surface. The machine has a storage capacity of 25 tons (22.7 metric tons), allowing the contractor to smooth out his truck cycles and reduce haul costs.
How much does a Roadtec Shuttle Buggy weight?
Save Money: The Shuttle Buggy’s 25-ton (22.7 metric tons) main hopper capacity reduces truck cycles and haul costs. Improve Results: The Roadtec Shuttle Buggy’s remixing action eliminates material segregation problems.
What is an MTV in paving?
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 windrow elevator?
Windrow elevators are positioned directly in front of pavers and are designed to pick up HMA placed in a windrow and transfer it to the paver hopper. This allows for (1) windrows to be used and (2) virtually continuous paving without stopping.
What is a remixing transfer vehicle?
• The remixing transfer vehicle stores materials, freeing your. trucks to drop loads—and return to the plant. • The storage capacity provides flexibility when traffic or other. problems create inconsistent arrival times. for haul trucks.
What is a MTV asphalt?
A material transfer vehicle (MTV) is used to receive and deliver asphalt. MTVs can store, heat and transfer asphalt to other road construction vehicles. You need a Car (Class C) licence to drive a material transfer vehicle.