Abstract: A soil processing machine includes a machine frame having two longitudinal members positioned parallel to a machine longitudinal direction and spaced from each other transversely to the machine longitudinal direction, and two transverse members positioned extending transversely to the machine longitudinal direction and spaced from each other in the machine longitudinal direction. A soil processing roller is supported on the longitudinal members such as to be rotatable about a roller rotational axis and positioned between the transverse members in the machine longitudinal direction. A coupling assembly couples the machine frame to another machine frame of the soil processing machine or to another machine. A chassis assembly includes at least one height-adjustable chassis unit supported on the machine frame.

Abstract: A rotary mixing system includes a construction machine. The construction machine includes a frame and a plurality of wheels rotatably mounted to the frame. The construction machine also includes a power source mounted on the frame. The construction machine further includes a milling tool rotatably mounted to the frame and adapted to be selectively coupled to the power source. The milling tool is adapted to provide a reclaimed surface on a work surface. The rotary mixing system also includes an auxiliary vehicle adapted to be removably coupled to the construction machine. The auxiliary vehicle includes a chassis and at least one compaction member rotatably mounted to the chassis. The at least one compaction member is adapted to provide a compaction pass on the reclaimed surface.

Abstract: A smart steering control system a paving or texturing machine receives path elements corresponding to current and future positions of the machine. By comparing the current and future elements, an expected completion time is derived for exiting the current position and entering the future position; the smart steering control system synchronizes adjustments of the machine's steerable tracks from the current path to the future path. The smart steering control system functions as a virtual tie rod, preventing damage, enhancing the traction control and pulling power of the machine, and preserving the operating life of its components.

Abstract: An emitter unit for repairing an aged asphalt pavement is provided. The emitter panels of the emitter unit comprise a frame having a high-density ceramic liner, a sheet of a micaceous material exhibiting biaxial birefringence, and a serpentine wire positioned between the high-density ceramic liner and the sheet of the micaceous material. The emitter panel is configured to emit electromagnetic radiation at a wavelength of from about 2 microns to 1 millimeter and a power density of from 0.47 to 2.33 W/cm2 or from 133 to 664 (ft·lbf/min)/in2.

Abstract: A machine includes a plurality of ground engaging elements and an operator control station supported on a frame. A work tool is pivotably attached to the frame using a lift arm assembly and a tilt linkage. At least one device measures a quantity associated with at least one of the lift arm assembly, the tilt linkage, and the work tool. An electronic controller, in communication with an operator display and the at least one device. The electronic controller is configured to store an operator selected orientation of the work tool, calculate a current orientation of the work tool based on the quantity, and calculate a deviation of the current orientation from the operator selected orientation. A visual representation of the deviation is displayed on the operator display.

Abstract: A lifting apparatus to be embedded within a precast concrete panel or slab to enable the panel to be lifted, positioned atop a road bed, and elevated above the road bed. A lifting apparatus is located at each corner of the panel. Each lifting apparatus has a threaded sleeve extending through the panel to receive a removable threaded lifting bolt by which to establish a lifting point at which a lifting force is applied to lift and position the panel. When the threaded lifting bolt is rotated completely through the threaded sleeve, a pushing force is applied against a base plate, whereby to elevate the panel above the road bed as is necessary to make the panel level with adjacent panels during the construction or repair of a roadway. Grout is pumped through the panel to fill the space between the panel and the road bed.

Abstract: A strike-off accessory device, which is configured to be mounted on a vehicle, includes a strike-off assembly for leveling the top surface of a bulk material, the strike-off assembly having a first side member, a second side member spaced apart from the first side member by a lateral distance, and at least one rear member disposed between the first side member and the second side member, the at least one rear member including a bottom edge that is configured to contact the bulk material; and a mounting assembly operatively coupled to the strike-off assembly, the mounting assembly configured to structurally support the strike-off assembly from the vehicle. In one embodiment of the invention, the lateral distance between the first member and the second member of the strike-off assembly is selectively adjustable by a user of the strike-off accessory device. In another embodiment, the vehicle is a skid-steer loader.

Abstract: A road surface planner having a coupling mechanism coupled between a working tool attachment and a transporter to permit independent movement (i.e., rotation and/or pivoting) between the transporter and the attachment is provided. The attachment can have a rotary driven element such as a grinding element for modifying an irregular surface of existing pavement. The rotary element can be supported by a rear frame with a rear wheel assembly, a boom at the front of the grinding element, and a front wheel assembly coupled to the boom. The coupling mechanism can include a first member pivotably coupled to the transporter, and a second member fixed to the rear frame. The first member has a central opening defined by an inner edge for slidably contacting along a hub that extends from the second member for rotation there along.

Abstract: A barrier transfer device includes a cantilevered support arm and a carriage coupled to the support arm. The carriage includes at least a pair of barrier interface members extending downwardly from the support arm. The barrier interface members are configured to engage a barrier on opposite sides thereof when the barrier. A system for transferring a barrier includes a transfer vehicle having an outermost portion on each of first and second opposite sides of the transfer vehicle. The cantilevered support arm is coupled to the transfer vehicle and extends laterally outwardly past the outermost portion of the transfer vehicle on the first side of the transfer vehicle. A moveable barrier system includes at least one barrier having first and second sides and a bottom adapted to be supported by a ground surface and a transfer vehicle having a barrier interface element engaging only a first side of said barrier. Methods for transferring a barrier are also provided.

Abstract: A wing blade attachment for a motor grader used to maintain unimproved rural roads. The wing blade attachment mounts to a trailing end of a main motor grader blade and swings up and down into ground scraping contact in order to create water drainage passages through the gravel windrows along the road edges or to smooth roadways at intersections, bridges and driveways. The windrows are placed by road maintenance crews to stockpile materials for roadway use. A linear actuator such as a hydraulic ram allows the grader operator to remotely and selectively swing the wing blade up and down and cut passages.

Abstract: A multi-use asphalt paving tractor with frame raise capability and a blind-mateable connector to facilitate quick connection with interchangeable attachments for performing the functions of a paver, a mix transfer conveyor and road widener.

Abstract: A multi-use asphalt paving tractor with frame raise capability and a blind-mateable connector to facilitate quick connection with interchangeable attachments for performing the functions of a paver, a mix transfer conveyor and road widener.

Abstract: The present invention is a road grader attachment that attaches to a bulldozer. The attachment has an elongated blade with mutually parallel side members attached to the lateral ends of the blade where each of the side members comprise a pair of spaced apart walls that house a plate movable in an up and down direction within the side member. Each of the movable plates is attached at its lower edge to a ground contacting skid.

Abstract: A multi-stage modular road building equipment system where a first stage base tractor is coupled to an intermediate stage, such as a spreading screw, and a third stage screed road paving tool attachment or other attachment such as a widener.

Abstract: A cover removal apparatus includes a frame, an electromagnet and a power source, which is electrically coupled to the electromagnet for selectively energizing the electromagnet. The removal apparatus may further include means for positioning the electromagnet relative to a cover and/or means for loosening the cover.

Abstract: An extension screed is for a paving vehicle screed assembly that includes a main screed. The extension screed includes two base members movably connectable with the main screed and two vertical actuators each extending between the main screed and a separate base member. Each vertical actuator linearly displaces the connected base member with respect to the main screed in opposing vertical directions. A carriage preferably includes an inner frame movably connected with the base members and an outer frame slidably disposed about the inner frame and configured to support a screed plate. The vertical actuators vertically displace the carriage and alternatively pivot the carriage within a vertical plane. Further, a first horizontal actuator displaces the inner frame with respect to the two base members in opposing horizontal directions and a second horizontal actuator displaces the outer fame with respect to the inner frame in opposing horizontal directions.

Abstract: This invention relates to an impact compactor including a wheeled chassis structure and at least one non-round roller carried on an axle assembly. The axle assembly is rotatably mounted on a drag link, which is pivotally mounted on the chassis structure. The compactor includes also a lifting arrangement for lifting the roller from the ground, including a lifting arm, located above the drag link and pivotally displaceable with respect to the chassis structure, and a piston/cylinder mechanism for pivoting it. The lifting arm has a depending lifting formation that can releasably engage either one of the drag link and the axle assembly carried by the drag link for raising the roller from the ground. The configuration of the lifting arrangement provides for suitable accommodation of the piston/cylinder mechanism, which is problematic in some conventional-type compactors and associated with certain risks of mechanical failure during compaction operations.

Abstract: Certain embodiments of the disclosure include planers with side plates which may be adjusted independently or simultaneously. In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, a planer with adjustable side plates is comprised of a planer housing enclosing a grinding drum with grinding tools to be moved over a surface to be ground in a direction of travel and a pair of side plates are arranged substantially parallel to the direction of travel and mounted substantially adjacent the housing. The side plates are mechanically linked to the housing and are hydraulically controlled to be adjustably raised and lowered relative to the housing.

Abstract: A ground covering support structure is provided comprising a plurality of longitudinally aligned boards secured to one another using a plurality of transversely extending rods; and at least one aperture formed in the access mat, the at least one aperture being aligned with a corresponding one of the rods such that an exposed portion of the corresponding one of the rods passes through the aperture, each the at least one aperture containing a retractable lifting link, the retractable lifting link comprising a lifting eyelet and an elongated slot; wherein the rod passes through the elongate slot to restrict movement of the link through the aperture. The boards may advantageously be constructed using recycled beetle kill lumber or similar recycled materials.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for laying a curb is disclosed. The apparatus features a preferably tracked vehicle (tractor) that connects to a frame having a hopper. A hydraulic lifting arrangement enables hydraulic controls on the vehicle to elevate/lower the frame. The frame has a hopper for receiving wet concrete and a curb shaping portion that shapes the wet concrete into a curb shape. A specially configured interface maintains attitude of the frame during use.

Abstract: A device for filling an open trench with the dirt previously removed from the trench lying alongside the trench, using a skid-mounted frame having blades to initially fill the trench and leveling the dirt, followed by a compactor.

Abstract: A compact, easily transportable, surface preparation or road mill apparatus which includes a road mill housing or surface treatment unit having a cutter drum powered by its own power source. The apparatus also includes a mounting device for attachment of a working machine, such as the road mill housing, to a land vehicle having a lifting mechanism, preferably of the type provided on “front-end loaders”. The surface treatment unit or road mill housing preferably has an opening for receiving a cylindrical shaft and the mounting device includes an attachment device for attachment to a land vehicle and an interconnected cylindrical shaft upon which the road mill housing can be secured once the shaft is received within the shaft receiving opening.

Abstract: A material spreading apparatus for filling recesses in a generally horizontal surface with a filler material is movable in a forward direction over the generally horizontal surface so as to define a coverage path thereon. The coverage path is comprised of multiple parallel treatment zones. The material spreading apparatus includes a frame, a sensor for sensing the presence of a recess in a generally horizontal surface, and a filler for filling recesses sensed by the sensor. In some embodiments, the sensor includes multiple mechanical sensors supported by the frame. One of the sensors is located in each of the treatment zones and is responsive to the presence of a recess and its associated treatment zone. In some embodiments, the filler includes a retainer and a counter rotating applicator drum. The container releasably holds a portion of the filler material and deposits material onto the counter rotating drum when the sensor senses a recess.

Abstract: The invention provides a connector for removably connecting a first piece of equipment to a second piece of equipment. The connector includes a rigid body having a back end and a front end. Means are provided at the back end of the body and are adaptable for slidable engagement in a vertical direction with the first piece of equipment. At least one axially translatable member is provided at the front end of the rigid body, with the translatable member being translatable between an insertion position and engagement position. The translatable member is adapted for engagement with the second piece of equipment when in the engagement position. A means is provided which is operable from a location away from the body for translating the translatable member between the insertion position and the engagement position.

Abstract: A distributor for application of bituminous or other products to road surfaces. A spray bar, pump and hydraulic motor are mounted on a framework. The framework may be detachably coupled with a mounting frame on a trailer. A carriage is provided which will support the distributor during coupling with and removal from the trailer mounting frame.

Abstract: A lightweight surface heater suitable for repairing asphalt pavement, or the like, which conveniently folds for trailering. Air and gaseous fuel are mixed and forced down through refractory blanket to burn on its lower surface, radiating heat to the roadway. A hinged middle allows one half of the heater with trailer tongue and tires attached to its top to be folded upside down underneath the other half during transport.

Abstract: Apparatus for cutting a circular trough in a roadway whereby a traffic detection loop can be embedded with an advantageous round configuration. A frame for rotatably mounting a circular drill bit is pivotally engaged to a movable platform such as a single axle chassis. Hydraulic rams and hand-operated jacks engaged to the frame are provided for precise levelling and positioning of the circular drill bit. A hydraulically actuated motor drives the bit while a hydraulic ram adjusts downward cutting pressure. The unit is easily transported from location to location and the advantageous round shape is reliably and repeatedly achieved with great efficiency and speed.

Abstract: A detachable roller for use on trucks that provides a portable multi-adjustable roller for compaction of material. The detachable roller has independently actuated roller control pistons that engage and disengage the roller to the compaction surface. The roller can adjust to uneven terrain by angular displacement of the roller's longitudinal axis support points.

Abstract: My invention consists of an attachment adapted to be connected to a road grader blade. It has a mounting means in the form of a frame for attachment to the blade, a support carried by said mounting means which in turn carries a curb shoe, the support being capable of being raised or lowered in order to position the blade in the proper horizontal plane. The vertically adjustable support carries a universal joint and the universal joint in turn carries a curb shoe which consists of an element having a relatively flat surface which engages a surface of the curb.

Abstract: The present invention is a self-transportable truck mounted roller for paving or repairing paved roads. The invention comprises a lightweight roller and roller assembly mounted to the front end of a truck, and includes hydraulic cylinders or other means for raising and lowering the roller. In operation, the roller is lowered enough to displace the weight of the truck from the front wheels onto the roller, thereby providing a highly compressive paving force.

Abstract: A roller chassis including front and rear ends is provided and a rear horizontal transverse roller is journalled from the rear end of the chassis. A front roller support is dependingly supported from the front end of the chassis for oscillation about a vertical axis and a front horizontal roller is journalled from the roller support. The chassis includes opposite side longitudinally extending wheel ramp portions projecting forwardly from the rear roller and which are adapted to support the front wheels of a lawn tractor driven forwardly therealong. The chassis includes a rear portion for anchoring the rear end of a lawn tractor to the roller chassis with the rear driving wheels of the lawn tractor supported from and disposed in driving frictional engagement with the upper peripheral portion of the rear horizontal roller of the chassis.