Abstract: A marking sphere dispensing apparatus for dispensing fluid-assisted marking spheres into pavement marking materials applied to a surface has a frame defining a marking sphere receptacle, a valve seat defining an opening between the marking sphere receptacle and an expulsion duct. A plunger is disposed coaxially to the longitudinal axis of the dispensing apparatus and defines an internal fluid passage for providing pressurized fluid. The plunger is moveable in a longitudinal direction within the marking sphere dispensing frame between a first position at which a plunger head of the plunger is seated against the valve seat to close the opening, and a second position at which the plunger head is axially offset from the valve seat to define a marking sphere inlet gap across the opening. A method for applying marking spheres uses the marking sphere dispensing apparatus.

Abstract: A marking sphere dispensing apparatus for dispensing fluid-assisted marking spheres into pavement marking materials applied to a surface has a frame defining a marking sphere receptacle, a valve seat defining an opening between the marking sphere receptacle and an expulsion duct. A plunger is disposed coaxially to the longitudinal axis of the dispensing apparatus and defines an internal fluid passage for providing pressurized fluid. The plunger is moveable in a longitudinal direction within the marking sphere dispensing frame between a first position at which a plunger head of the plunger is seated against the valve seat to close the opening, and a second position at which the plunger head is axially offset from the valve seat to define a marking sphere inlet gap across the opening. A method for applying marking spheres uses the marking sphere dispensing apparatus.

Abstract: A road milling machine having a milling roller with a plurality of chisels. A signal receiving unit is assigned to a machine component which is directly or indirectly involved in the milling process or to another machine component. The signal receiving unit detects an operating condition of the machine component and is connected to a signal emitting unit. An optical detecting device may be assigned to the road milling machine, whereby operations are made easier and the milling pattern is optimized.

Abstract: A work machine for removing asphalt from a roadway is disclosed. The work machine includes a removal device configured to remove asphalt from a roadway surface, and a grinding device configured to fracture the removed asphalt. The work machine also includes a funnel-shaped ramp configured to guide the removed asphalt from the removal device to the grinding device. A width of the removal device is larger than a width of the grinding device, and the funnel-shaped ramp is configured to fold the outer edges of the removed asphalt over itself before the removed asphalt reaches the grinding device.

Abstract: An apparatus for degrading a paved surface includes two or more pavement degradation tools, each rotating about an axis. The pavement degradation tools are adapted to degrade a paved surface substantially normal to their axes of rotation. A linking mechanism links the rotation of the pavement degradation tools such that rotation of one causes the rotation of the other. In selected embodiments, this linking mechanism includes gears operably connected to the pavement degradation tools that rotate with the pavement degradation tool about their axes of rotation. These gears directly engage one another causing the gears, and their corresponding pavement degradation tools, to rotate in opposite directions.

Abstract: An apparatus for degrading and removing a paved surface is disclosed in one aspect of the invention as including a vehicle to travel across a paved surface, a pavement degradation tool coupled to the vehicle and adapted to degrade the paved surface while rotating about an axis substantially normal to the paved surface, and a vacuum device coupled to the vehicle and adapted to remove pavement fragments produced by the pavement degradation tool. The vacuum device may include several intake channels to draw in the degraded pavement fragments. In selected embodiments, these intake channels may be connected to two or more independently moveable banks.

Abstract: An apparatus for degrading the periphery of a paved surface is disclosed in one aspect of the invention as including a support assembly, one or more pavement degradation tools coupled to the support assembly and adapted to degrade a paved surface, and a trimming tool coupled to the support assembly and adapted to degrade the edge created by the pavement degradation tools, thereby providing a desired contour to the edge. In selected embodiments, the trimming tool is adapted to straighten the edge created by the pavement degradation tools. The support assembly may be connected to a vehicle and adapted to laterally extend and retract the trimming tool with respect to the vehicle.

Abstract: An auxiliary device for marking marks on a surface of a field playing surface. The device includes a frame attachable to a field line marking machine that includes a paint supply. A guide system having a length dimension is carried by the frame member. The guide system is oriented horizontally. A field paint coating apparatus is carried within the guide system carried by the frame member for movement over a fixed distance along the guide system. The field paint coating apparatus is connected to the paint supply carried by the field line marking machine and serves to paint marks accurately, precisely and reproducibly on a field playing surface.

Abstract: A close proximity pavement grinder is utilized for grinding close to a raised structure such as a lower surface of curbs close to the curb wall. The grinding apparatus utilizes a wide grinding head with grinding blades mounted along the length of an arbor to grind the lower surface of the curb in a single pass. The grinder includes a narrow bearing and support at the outer end of the arbor and is driven at the inner end so that the grinding may be conducted within close proximity of the curb wall. The grinder has a pivoting grinding head that can be locked at various angles relative to the grinder to match the relative angles between the pavement and the lower surface of the curb.

Abstract: An apparatus, system and method for directionally degrading a paved surface. A substantially cylindrical rotary tool may include cutting inserts embedded within its cylindrical surface. The tool may be rotated about a rotational axis extending from a top end of the tool to its cutting head and may contact a paved surface such that the tool degrades the surface in a direction substantially normal thereto. The tool may be mounted to a motorized vehicle and adapted for independent movement to limit degradation to an isolated area, extend degradation beyond the width of the motorized vehicle, and/or avoid obstacles in the pavement.

Abstract: A photoluminescence road marking material which is useful for a marking of a lane of a road, has a high photoluminescence performance along with a required wear resistance and weather resistance, can find an application not only in a white line, but also various types of other color lines by suppressing a green color tone and can further be imparted with a non-slip performance. There is provided the photoluminescence road marking material in which a resin paste containing a transparent resin component and a photoluminescence pigment component is applied on a surface of a road to form a photoluminescence layer, and the resin paste is compounded with from 7% by weight to 95% by weight of the transparent resin component based on the entire weight of the resin paste.

Abstract: An apparatus for erasing a road marking on a road lane comprising a chassis adapted to travel over the road lane; a heating source mounted to the chassis for directly or indirectly applying heat to the road marking; and a positively driven rotatable brush mounted to the chassis. The brush has bristles contactable with the road marking and adapted for removing it, when heated, from the road. Indirect heating of the road marking can be accomplished by first heating the bristles of the brush.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for working asphalt pavement, comprising one or both of a mechanical, hydraulic, electric, or pneumatic means for providing high-speed rotation; a rotary tool comprising a first end comprising a working surface and a second end adapted for connection to the means for providing high-speed rotation; and a screed, cooperatively arranged with the rotary tool, and comprising a working surface adjacent the working surface of the rotary tool, wherein the rotary tool is spun at high speed and applied to the asphalt pavement, frictionally heating the asphalt pavement to a temperature sufficient to work the pavement locally adjacent rotary tool and the screed. The screed and rotary tool comprising abrasion resistant materials selected from the group consisting of high-strength steel, hardened alloys, cemented metal carbide, polycrystalline diamond, and cubic boron nitride. The rotary tool and the screed apparatus may comprise a closed loop control system.

Abstract: Disclosed is an automotive milling machine for machining ground surfaces, comprising an engine frame (2), a movable milling drum (8) which is mounted on the engine frame (2), at least one conveying device (14, 18) which is arranged on the engine frame (2) and takes over the milled material (3) from the milling drum (8) at a transfer location (5), and a device (20) sucking off the air that is polluted with dust and fumes. The milled material (3) is enclosed by a duct (16, 16a, 16b) on the at least one conveying device (14, 18), said duct (16) being separated into two sections (16a, 16b). The suction device (20) is connected to the first section (16a) of the duct (16) downstream from the first transfer location (5) and sucks off the air that has been polluted during milling at the milling drum (8) as well as inside the first section (16a) of the duct (16) essentially in the direction in which the material is conveyed.

Abstract: An adapter by which a conventional paint marking stick that carries a can of spray paint to mark a roadway surface in need of repair is detachably connected to a conventional digital counter having at least one wheel to roll over the surface so as to measure the size thereof. The adapter includes a base with a pair of legs projecting outwardly therefrom in a first direction and a cylindrical post projecting outwardly from the base in an opposite direction. In the assembled relationship, the pair of legs of the adapter are slidably received within a hollow jacket that surrounds one end of the paint marking stick and the cylindrical post of the adapter is moved into an existing mounting collar of the digital counter. Accordingly, a workman in the field need only use a single hand to cause the paint marking stick to roll along the surface to be repaired while, at the same time, measuring the dimensions of the area and activating the can of spray paint to mark the outline of the area.

Abstract: A line marker carries a spray nozzle assembly for marking or painting a line on a horizontal surface. The spray nozzle assembly includes a mounting bracket that is clamped to a support arm in various pivotally adjusted positions. The mounting bracket carries both the spray nozzle and a pair of side shields. The spray nozzle is vertically adjustable up and down on the mounting bracket. The side shields have slides that slide transversely through the mounting bracket to provide horizontal adjustability of the side shields towards and away from one another. A clamping plate bears against the slides of the side shields when the clamping plate is tightened on the mounting bracket to hold the side shields in place on the mounting bracket.

Abstract: A lane marker mask includes a visible surface configured to match the road surface where the mask will be used. The visible surface may be created by photographing the road surface immediately adjacent the eventual location of the mask and printing the photograph onto the visible surface of the masking material. An adhesive is disposed on the bottom of the masking material and a protective top coating is disposed over the printed image to protect the image during use. In another embodiment of the invention, a series of road surface images are provided in a printed or electronic catalog. The user selects the image to be used on the visible surface of the mask by comparing the target road surface to the images presented in the catalog. Masks made in accordance with this invention are less distracting to motorists because they blend into the surrounding road surfaces.

Abstract: Systems and methods for milling paving material. A self-powered milling system includes a cutting head to mill the paving material. The cutting head is powered by a milling system motor that speeds up production and enables the milling of very thick asphalt in a single pass. A milling system carriage follows the contour of the ground, provides stability during the milling process, is selectively adjusted to provide cuts at various angles, and enables precise edge milling. A breaker bar holds the paving material down as it tries to lift up during the milling process, and is employed to assist in the breaking up of the milled aggregate.

Abstract: A system and process for detecting a traffic lane boundary before it is potentially violated by a moving vehicle traveling in the lane. Passive RF tags or labels are embedded in a paint stripe running along pavement. A sensor in the vehicle emits an RF signal at a frequency to which the tags or labels are responsive. When the emitted signal is incident on a tag or label with strength indicative of straying of the vehicle from the lane toward incipient violation of the lane boundary defined by the stripe, the tag or label issues a return signal that is received by the sensor for on-board signaling of the potential violation to alter the driver so that corrective action can be taken.

Abstract: A work machine includes a frame (2) supported by a plurality of wheels or tracks (5), at least some of which are associated with respective lifting columns (32) adapted to raise and lower the frame (2) relative to the respective wheels or track (5). A work tool is supported by the frame (2), and a drive mechanism is adapted to rotate the work tool and at least one of or tracks (5). An articulation apparatus (10) uses a first actuator (20) and a pivoting support arm (11) to move one of the wheels or tracks (5) between a projecting position and a retracted position relative to the frame (2). The articulation apparatus (10) includes a second actuator (21) adaped to rotate the wheel or track (5) about a vertical axis (Z).

Abstract: A substrate removal apparatus capable of cutting a plurality of aligned, precision slots in a variety of surfaces, such as concrete, asphalt pavement, and other composite substrates, utilizes high-pressure liquid cutting devices. Slots may be cut in pavement for such applications as dowel bar retrofitting for joint load transfer restoration. An apparatus according to one embodiment includes a support frame, a carriage carried by the support frame, and cutting devices coupled to the carriage. The apparatus is configured so that the carriage is movable along a generally horizontal path of travel and a generally vertical path of travel.

Abstract: An apparatus for cutting slots in pavement has a slot cutting assembly with several pairs of rotating blades mounted to a vehicle and vertically adjustable relative to the vehicle. A lift system moves the vehicle between a first position wherein the lift is not engaging the ground and a raised position wherein the lift engages the ground. A slider assembly uses a hydraulic to move the vehicle horizontally on rails relative to the lift when the vehicle is at the raised position. In operation, the vehicle is lifted and the cutting assembly lowered so the blades engage the pavement. The vehicle slides back and forth on the rails as the blades cut slot pairs. The material between each slot pair is removed to form a recess receiving reinforcement devices.

Abstract: A system for forming and applying a coherent refractory mass on the surface of a road wherein one or more non-combustible materials are mixed with one or more metallic combustible powders and an oxidizer, igniting the mixture so that the combustible metallic particles react in an exothermic manner with the oxidizer and release sufficient heat to form a coherent mass under the action of the heat of combustion and projecting this mass against the surface of the road so that the mass adheres durably to the surface of the road.

Abstract: An apparatus for applying a traffic stripe to a surface comprising a comb gate for permitting compound to be released from a tractive box through a comb for a contoured or profiled traffic stripe and a base gate for compound to be released for a standard or flat traffic stripe.

Abstract: In certain preferred embodiments, the present invention provides a grinding machine for creating depression patterns in a surface such as asphalt or concrete. The depression pattern may be a rumble strip for alerting drivers who drift off a driving lane, or may be for other uses. Use of a depression pattern (instead of protrusions) eliminates interference with snowplow operation in areas where plows are used. In the present invention, the grinding machine is based on a trolley which moves at a uniform height along a surface, and includes a forward “gauge” wheel which controls the relative grinding drum depth based on the wheel position and rotation. In a preferred embodiment, the grinding assembly is raised and lowered relative to the trolley in correspondence with the advancement of the trolley.

Abstract: A rumble strip cutting machine having a drum that can be shifted from one side of the machine to the other. The machine includes a piston wheel that imparts an up and down motion to the frame so that rumble strips can be cut at desired intervals as the machine is driven along the road shoulder. The piston wheel includes a wheel mounting assembly on each side of the machine so that the wheel can be conveniently shifted from one side of the machine to the other. Additional structures allow for the flexing of the machine frame, applying pressure to the cutting drum, adjusting the depth of cut, tightening the belt used to drive the drum, and lifting the machine for job site transportation. The machine enables a method of cutting rumble strips close to obstructions on narrow shoulders while driving the machine in the direction of moving traffic.

Abstract: A stripe layout assembly for attachment to a paint striping machine. The assembly has an adjustable arm, a line marking device and structure to activate the marking device. The assembly may be provided with an adjustment device to permit the assembly to be rotated and set at a specified angle with respect to the striping machine. Once a single line has been determined to form a plurality of parking spaces, for example, the stripe assembly of the invention provides a parallel line each time a stripe is painted.

Abstract: A pavement recycling assembly includes a frame defining a grinding chamber and a mixing chamber. The grinding chamber carries a rotatable laterally-extending toothed grinding drum and the mixing chamber houses at least one toothed rotatable mixing wheel. A screed assembly is disposed behind the mixing chamber for extruding said mixture at a desired height so as to form a pavement. Pavement is recycled in-situ using the recycling assembly by grinding existing pavement, adding fluid asphalt to the pavement, optionally adding supplemental pavement, and mixing the fluid asphalt with the existing and/or supplemental pavement. The mixture is then extruded at the proper height by an adjustable screed. The recycling assembly may be suspended under a self-propelled chassis so that it can be shifted laterally to engage a pavement surface selected for repair without moving the entire chassis.

Abstract: Disclosed is a stamp for forming a tactile-detectable warning surface in moldable concrete or asphalt and method for employing same. The stamp consists of a mold member having truncated dome shaped indentations distributed therein in a warning pattern, each indentation optionally having an air hole located centrally therein, and, form rails distributed between indentations on the lower surface of the mold member and projecting downward there from, so as to force an even and consistent distribution of the moldable material into the indentations when the form rails are worked downward into the surface of the moldable material to form truncated domes. The stamp may further comprise one or more handles and upper rails distributed on the upper surface of the mold member.

Abstract: A substrate removal apparatus capable of cutting a plurality of aligned, precision slots in a variety of surfaces, such as concrete, asphalt pavement, and other composite substrates, utilizes high-pressure liquid cutting devices. Slots may be cut in pavement for such applications as dowel bar retrofitting for joint load transfer restoration. An apparatus according to one embodiment includes a support frame, a carriage carried by the support frame, and cutting devices coupled to the carriage. The apparatus is configured so that the carriage is movable along a generally horizontal path of travel and a generally vertical path of travel.

Abstract: Apparatus for dispensing and applying a nested collated array of permanent raised pavement markers (RPMs), wherein portions of a release sheet are folded between successive ones of the permanent raised pavement markers (RPMs), and successive permanent raised pavement markers (RPMs) are disposed atop one another with an undersurface portion of one of the permanent raised pavement markers (RPMs) being disposed in contact with a successive one of the permanent raised pavement markers (RPMs), is disclosed. The apparatus comprises a stripper plate, an indexable roller, a drive motor, and a program logic controller (PLC).

Abstract: Apparatus is disclosed for forming a serial array of temporary raised pavement markers (TRPMs), which are disposed upon a single, common release liner, into a collated and nested array of the temporary raised pavement markers (TRPMs) such that the collated and nested array of temporary raised pavement markers (TRPMs) can be supplied to apparatus for dispensing and applying the temporary raised pavement markers (TRPMs) onto pavement surfaces. In accordance with a first embodiment of the apparatus, the plurality of temporary raised pavement markers (TRPMs) are formed from a single temporary raised pavement marker (TRPM) extrusion, the extrusion is cut, and subsequently, the markers are mounted upon the single, common release sheet or release liner which has a plurality of adhesive patches previously disposed thereon. The assembly, comprising the plurality of temporary raised pavement markers (TRPMs) and the common release liner, is then formed into a collated and nested array.

Abstract: Apparatus and method are disclosed in connection with the separating, dispensing, and application of a plurality of temporary raised pavement markers (TRPMs), having substantially L-shaped configurations, which are arranged within a collated nested array upon a single release liner. Portions of the release liner are folded between successive ones of the pavement markers such that when the folded portions of the release sheet are unfolded in conjunction with the dispensing of a leading one of the pavement markers, the release liner is routed around a stripper plate and the temporary raised pavement markers (TRPMs) are effectively stripped from the release liner, deposited upon the pavement surface, and an application wheel affixes the temporary raised pavement markers (TRPMs) to the pavement surface.

Abstract: A camming surface, having a plurality of camming groups, is moved along, or relative to, the surface of the roadway to regulate installation of depressions. Each camming group is capable of regulating elevation of a rotary cutting tool where the rotary cutting tool may move down and into contact with the surface of the roadway and move up and out of contact with the surface of the roadway. Use of a plurality of sections may be used to cooperate to form the camming surface. Inserts are disclosed for positioning relative to the camming surface to selectively eliminate installation of a depression at a position on the roadway associated with a respective camming group. Use of such inserts allow for installation of skip pattern installations. The ability to move the inserts to any of the camming groups allow for uniform wear of the camming surface following sustained use of the installation machine.

Abstract: A self-aligning mechanical pointer (10), includes a frame (12) attached to the front of a vehicle (14). A guide wheel (16) rides on a road surface and is rotatably carried by a wheel holder (18). The wheel holder (18) is connected to a swing arm (20), which pivots on frame (12) at point (22). An adjustable linkage member (24) connects swing arm (20) to a second swing arm (26). A guide rod (28) provides a sight means for an operator to align the pointer (10) with an intended target.

Abstract: Dispensing apparatus (2) for dispensing reflective elements, such as glass beads (4), onto a surface, typically a road surface, the apparatus (2) being attached to a vehicle. The glass beads (4) are placed in an inlet means (6) and directed along a path around a drive means (10), which drive means (10) imparts a velocity to the glass beads for subsequent delivery onto the surface through an outlet means (20). The glass beads (4) exit the outlet means (20) at a velocity having substantially the same magnitude as the magnitude of velocity at which the vehicle travels and a direction substantially opposite to the direction of travel of the vehicle.

Abstract: Apparatus and method for applying temporary raised pavement markers (TRPM) to roadway surfaces comprises a conveyor upon a wheeled vehicle wherein an upstream end portion of the conveyor is able to extend, for example, over the rear bed portion of a roadwork vehicle so as to permit an operator, stationed upon the bed portion of the roadwork vehicle, to deposit pavement markers upon the conveyor. A pair of wheel applicators are used for applying the temporary raised pavement markers (TRPMs) onto the roadway surface. A hitch mechanism is also used to provide hinged movement between the tow bar of the towed wheeled vehicle and the mounting bar of the towing roadwork vehicle so as to permit independent elevational movement of the towed wheeled vehicle relative to the towing roadwork vehicle.

Abstract: A concrete rubblizing apparatus includes a non-circular multi-lobed roller connected to an axle on a wheeled frame such that the roller rolls upon the ground and the frame is towed by a tractor. Each lobe of the roller includes a set of cleats extending across a width of the roller and projecting outwardly from the impact surface of each lobe along a line parallel to the axle. The method of rubblizing includes moving the roller over a predetermined area of concrete along four, sequential overlapping paths.

Abstract: Apparatus and method for applying temporary raised pavement markers (TRPM) to roadway surfaces comprises a conveyor upon a wheeled vehicle wherein an upstream end portion of the conveyor is able to extend, for example, over the rear bed portion of a roadwork vehicle so as to permit an operator, stationed upon the bed portion of the roadwork vehicle, to deposit pavement markers upon the conveyor. A pair of wheel applicators are used for applying the temporary raised pavement markers (TRPMs) onto the roadway surface. A hitch mechanism is also used to provide hinged movement between the tow bar of the towed wheeled vehicle and the mounting bar of the towing roadwork vehicle so as to permit independent elevational movement of the towed wheeled vehicle relative to the towing roadwork vehicle.

Abstract: Apparatus and method for applying temporary raised pavement markers (TRPM) to roadway surfaces comprises primary and auxiliary conveyors wherein an upstream end portion of the primary conveyor is able to extend, for example, over the rear bed portion of a roadwork truck so as to permit an operator, stationed upon the bed portion of the truck, to deposit pavement markers upon the primary conveyor. In accordance with a first embodiment of the invention, a slide mechanism is disposed adjacent to a downstream end portion of the primary conveyor and adjacent to an upstream end portion of the auxiliary conveyor for transferring pavement markers from the primary conveyor to the auxiliary conveyor when the absence of a pavement marker upon the auxiliary conveyor is detected. When pavement markers are present upon both conveyors, the pavement markers are conducted to applicator mechanisms for application to the roadway surface.

Abstract: A striping layout machine is adapted to apply reference marks to a roadway in a safe and expedient manner. The machine has an array of features to enhance the safety of operating personnel as well as passing motorists. Equally effective on surfaces of different types, the machine has the capability to pre-mark as much as twenty miles of roadway in an hour. A unique, telescoping boom produces layout lines which may range from zero to twenty feet.

Abstract: A device for cutting rumble strip grooves in a roadway. The device includes a cutter head on which is mounted a plurality of cutting teeth. The cutter head is symmetrically disposed around a center axis. At least one motor is provided for rotating the cutter head about its center axis. In addition to the motors that directly rotate the cutter head, a mechanism is provided for cycling the center axis of the cutter head through a continuous pathway. Accordingly, the cutter head experiences two separate rotations. The cutter head rotates about its own center axis. Meanwhile, the center axis is orbiting in a circular pathway. As the cutter head cycles through part of the continuous pathway, the cutter head contacts the roadway and cuts a rumble strip groove in the roadway.

Abstract: A pavement marking wetting device provides consistent, even wetting to pavement markings for use in taking retroreflectivity measurements. The wetting device includes a nozzle which is connected to the tank of a water truck for fast, efficient wetting. The nozzle includes an air gap which creates a balancing of air pressure, thereby insuring consistent, even dispersion.

Abstract: A rumble strip cutter machine having a nonoscillating main frame supported on round, ground-engaging operational support wheels with an oscillating moving frame generally coplanar within the main frame, moving slightly out of the common plane during oscillatory motion effected through crank action driven by an operational support wheel. A grinder brush is mounted central under the moving frame between the frame pivot pin and the crank connection. An engine is mounted over the brush also on the moving frame drives the brush and by its weight forces the brush into pavement below. For nonoperational transport at highway speeds the main frame is lifted off of its operational support wheels by a pair of hydraulically-actuated auxiliary wheels at the main frame rear end. The front operational wheels are lifting off of the ground by rotating and locking a trailer tongue on the main frame front end toward the frame.

Abstract: A tractor implement to grind surface pavement in removing paint lines is mounted on a tractor side and driven by a tractor power take-off. An implement first frame is supported rotatably on a rod extending orthogonally from the tractor. A rotatable tractor control mechanically connected to the implement first frame causes it to rotate on the rod, therein providing an implement adjustment in pitch and lifting and lowering the implement between a travel position and an operational position. The implement first frame connects pivotably to an implement second frame. A first hydraulic cylinder on the implement first frame parallel the rod connects to the implement second frame such that actuation of the first hydraulic cylinder causes the implement second frame to pivot about a second frame central axis therein providing the second frame an adjustment in roll. A grinding brush is mounted transversely to the implement second frame.

Abstract: A three wheeled carriage supports an air compressor, a container for reflective glass beads and a primary hose enclosing secondary hoses delivering plural paint components to a spray gun. The three wheeled carriage has a handle bar operable by one person with three switches, one to control the flow of reflective glass beads to a bead spray gun, another to control the flow of paint components to form a stripe by external mix of the paint components and a third to control an angle of turn for a front wheel. A trailer follows the three wheeled carriage, the trailer containing an air compressor and receptacles for two paint components and input into the secondary hoses. Wheeled dollies support the primary hose between the trailer and the three wheeled carriage.

Abstract: A method for forming and applying a roadside display system is disclosed. Character-shaped are formed in a thermoplastic polymer resin material with a highly reflective face. A readily available sheet cutting die press allows the characters, numerals or letters, to be cut on site with a minimum of effort. Typically, a matching set of character-shaped inserts are cut from a second sheet of thermoplastic polymer resin material with a different color, contrast and reflectance. The inserts are placed in the corresponding character-shaped apertures cut in the first sheet and then a reactant, in the form of contact cement, is used to adhere the sign to a roadside curb. An exothermic reaction occurs between the reactant and thermoplastic polymer resin material which adheres the thermoplastic polymer resin material to the curbside.

Abstract: A rumble strip cutter machine having a nonoscillating main frame supported on round, ground-engaging operational support wheels with an oscillating moving frame generally coplanar within the main frame, moving slightly out of the common plane during oscillatory motion effected through crank action driven by an operational support wheel. A grinder brush is mounted central under the moving frame between the frame pivot pin and the crank connection. An engine is mounted over the brush also on the moving frame drives the brush and by its weight forces the brush into pavement below. For nonoperational transport at highway speeds the main frame is lifted off of its operational support wheels by a pair of hydraulically-actuated auxiliary wheels at the main frame rear end. The front operational wheels are lifting off of the ground by rotating and locking a trailer tongue on the main frame front end toward the frame.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for controlling the mixing of asphalt aggregate with rejuvenating materials in an asphalt rejuvenating machine. According to the method, milled aggregate is discharged in a windrow of fixed width, and windrow height is compared to rejuvenating machine speed to determine a volume rate of material being processed. A processor controller calculates a required amount of rejuvenating fluid addition based on the volume rate being processed and a desired proportion of rejuvenating fluid to aggregate. The processor controller controls a sprayer which directs rejuvenating fluid at some point along a zone extending from a milling apparatus to a mixer.

Abstract: A road-marking device which sprays thick ribs of paint to a road surface, transversely to the road axis, to form rumble strips is disclosed.