Automatic Pave Saw

APS - Automatic Pave Saw

APS-Automatic Pave Saw is the next generation fully automated asphalt sawing system with integrated specimen clamping
The APS offers fast and accurate cutting of rectangular beams, trapezoidal prisms, overlay test specimens, semi-circular specimens, and trimming of cylindrical specimens. The APS is controlled using the iTouch electronic control unit with touch screen color display for perfect cutting of specimens for AASHTO & ASTM standards without the need for manual measurements. It is the safest and most advanced asphalt cutting saw available on the market and is the perfect companion to our range of advanced asphalt preparation and testing equipment
Capable of cutting prism specimens up to 200mm high and 500mm in length
Capable of cutting cylindrical specimens up to 150mm in diameter
Protective enclosure for safety cannot be opened during operation
Quiet operation compared to other lab saws
High-Grade stainless steel work surface

Motorized feed with automatic retraction of saw carriage
Electronic control unit with touch screen color display, that runs like a standard PC based on Windows operating system
Adjustable cutting speed; before, during and after cutting process
Slabs and prisms can be trimmed/cut safely and accurately without additional jigs and fixtures
Jigs also available for trimming 100 and/or 150mm diameter cylinders/cores
Facilitates cutting rectangular beams, trapezoidal prisms, overlay test specimens, semi-circular & wheel tracking specimens, and cylindrical specimens
Fixed alignment blocks accurately position the specimen for the most common finished dimensions
Simple reference spacer system allows precise preparation of beams without the need for measurement. i.e. 50 mm x 63.5 mm or 50 mm x 50mm
Other dimensions can be accommodated using integral ruler.
Adjustable limit switches facilitates repetitive cutting with minimal saw carriage travel
Secure specimen clamping
Protective enclosure, with safety interlocks, combines clean operation with unparalleled operator safety
Dynamic braking system stops saw blade rotation when power is switched off