Asphalt mixing plant at sundown

A Ciber iNOVA 1500 Supplies the Greater São Paulo Region

Focus on Resource-Conscious Production

Brazilian infrastructure contractor EIXO SP is currently operating three Ciber iNOVA 1500. asphalt mixing plants in the state of São Paulo. One of these is located in Itirapina, around 220 km from the state capital. The state-of-the-art continuous asphalt mixing plant with a production capacity of 150 t/h enables the use of reclaimed asphalt pavement (RAP) and impresses with a simple operating concept and cutting edge control technology.


High Productivity and Outstanding Flexibility

The plant in Itirapina does an impressive job. The continuous asphalt mixing plant produces high-quality asphalt mix for a region of 22 municipalities and, thanks to its high production capacity of 150 t/h, can supply asphalt mix for a road network of more than 529 km. Its immediate proximity to the most important motorways enables an ideal supply of high-quality asphalt mix to the construction sites. If the plant has to be moved to a new location, just one articulated low-loader is sufficient for the transportation of the entire mobile plant. This means that EIXO is in a position to cover the needs of the entire region with just one single asphalt mixing plant.

Prepared for future needs, thanks to RAP

Depending on the configuration, the iNOVA 1500 offers the possibility of processing reclaimed asphalt pavement (RAP) without compromising on quality. Up to 40% reclaimed asphalt pavement material (RAP) can be added to the new mix – an important option that swung the decision of the Brazilian company. “Such an approach is essential for today's market, which is striving to achieve efficiency combined with responsible utilization of resources,” explains production engineer Nathalia Liani.

“Resource-efficiency is of immense importance for today’s market.”

Nathalia Liani, Production Engineer at EIXO SP

Ciber asphalt mixing plant in diffuse light at sundown.
The asphalt mixing plant reflected in a puddle.
The asphalt mixing plant at sundown. Focus on the material conveyor.

100% Automated Operation Optimizes the Mixing Process

For Vinicius Dutra, product specialist at Ciber, the state-of-the-art, fully-automated plant control system is another highlight of the asphalt mixing plant. ‘Thanks to the automation, the plant can work at high speeds. The control of the mixing time and the temperature ensures a homogeneous mix in excellent quality.’

The precise dosing of the mix enables the South Americans to achieve results that fulfill the high technical standards for road surfacing materials.Nathalia Liani emphasizes: “With the iNOVA 1500 we have a plant that not only works reliably and flexibly, but also delivers consistent results throughout and optimizes our processes.”

Highlights of the iNOVA 1500:

  • Production capacity of up to 150 t/h
  • Requires only one transport vehicle
  • 4 feed bins with separate weighing.
  • Ciber Total Air burner
  • Efficient fuel utilization
  • High performance in the production of special mixes
  • Easy handling
  • Optimized maintenance and servicing

The mixing bin of the asphalt mixing plant

“I like it best here in the plant’s cabin. I wouldn't change it for the world.”

Camilo Souza, Mixing Supervisor at EIXO SP

Innovative Technology for Easy handling

Plant operators appreciate the easy handling of the wheeled mobile plant. The operator’s cabin is climate-controlled and equipped with ergonomically designed, intuitive controls for the production process. Camilo Souza has been working at the EIXO SP asphalt mixing plant for seven months. “This is a really advanced plant. Its innovative technology assists me in my daily work. The great all-round visibility is particularly practical. That helps me identify problems faster and makes my work easier, too. I feel very much at home with it.”

Fast Service and Excellent Support

When it comes to the optimisation of processes, the Brazilians are happy to place their trust in the expertise of the specialists from their long-standing partner, Ciber. The Wirtgen Group product brand provides comprehensive professional support in all aspects of production and – whenever necessary – a fast spare parts service.

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