Breaking Records, Shattering Expectations at World of Asphalt
A lot can happen in three years and World of Asphalt 2022 proved that you can't stop progress and you can't stop an industry ready to work. From the showfloor to the jobsite, here are the innovations headed your way.
A record-breaking 11,400 asphalt paving and aggregates professionals came together for the 2022 World of Asphalt in Nashville to learn and experience everything that’s new and important in our industries. More than 440 companies spread across more than 193,000 net square feet of show floor space, selling out the Music City Center.
Connecting with industry peers is a highlight of in-person events.It had been three years since we were all together for this show and the anticipation surrounding both the exhibitors and attendees could be felt in every booth and in every honky tonk on Broadway. Contractors are ready to put the $1.2 trillion from the Infrastructure Bill to work and manufacturers are ready to help.
From upgraded controls that simplify operation on equipment, to brand new ideas and solutions from vendors, it's clear the industry has the back of the contractor.
Here are some of the technologies we've seen come off the showfloor that are headed to a jobsite near you:
The RMV stole the show at World of Asphalt. It uses smart AI vision that scans the road to accurately identify cracks in the pavement, accompanied by a 6-axis industrial robot and custom sealant kettle to precisely dispense sealant
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The new range offer includes four models of tractors, D30T – 10 ft. Track, D30W – 10 ft. wheel, D25T – 8 ft. Track, D25W – 8 ft. wheel and two models of screeds Mat Master 16R (8 ft. – 16 ft. screed), Mat Master 20R (10 ft. to 20 ft.).
The RMV was developed to pull road workers off the road and out of harm's way. The integrated system can perform standard road maintenance tasks utilizing industrial automation creating more efficient, safer solutions while requiring two to three fewer workers.
Blaw-Knox’s powerful, fuel efficient Tier 4 Final D8 235 horsepower engine in the PF-7110B Blaw-Knox Tracked Paver improves fuel efficiency by up to 5% and provides superior quality, reliability, durability and ease of operation.
The upgraded control system on Etnyre International Distributors are easier to use, ensuring contractors are putting down the correct amount of tack every time.
Powered by a 148 hp Volvo D4 Tier 4 Final engine, the DD128C delivers fast rolling speeds while maintaining proper compaction spacing with Volvo CE’s Impact Spacing Meter.
The Weiler E2850C Remixing Transfer Vehicle builds upon the success of previous Weiler MTVs with innovative new features engineered to maximize productivity while providing the lowest operating costs.
Connecting with industry peers is a highlight of in-person events.
