The history of WIRTGEN’s slipform paver division is impressive proof that it is possible to take up an existing technology and to successfully develop it to perfection with innovative spirit and creativity. Following the integration of a business that enjoyed an excellent repu tation in the industry, WIRTGEN is now setting many ground-breaking milestones, one after the other, which are all contributing signifi cantly to the renewed success of the entire technology. Our many pioneering innovations include, for example, a high degree of process automation, the development of machinery for offset paving and dual-layer concrete paving applications.

Quick-change toolholder system for rapid, easy exchange of upper toolholder parts. Created for high stress loads and wear exposure in surface mining.

The levelling system performs level and slope control in a fully automated process. It evaluates the signals transmitted by the sensors, calculates the deviations from the preset target value and automatically translates the information into level and slope corrections to be performed by the machine. The operator is relieved of a significant part of his workload as manual interventions are no longer required.

For over 50 years, customers around the world have relied on our innovative technologies and solutions in the field of Road and Mineral Technologies. We make continuous advancements to our WIRTGEN technologies in order to further enhance our customers’ efficiency. We have decades of unique expertise at our disposal – especially when it comes to WIRTGEN’s key technologies.

In the process, the system continuously reconciles the actual values with a preselected target value, correcting any deviations by means of proportional control.

Precise control of the cutting depth is a vital requirement that surface miners need to meet for selective mining, the production of level surfaces, and grading. Cutting depth and cross slope are set and controlled via the hydraulic height adjustment feature of the track units.

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Deviations from the target value are picked up by the sensors and calculated by the levelling system, which then automatically transmits a corrective value to the machine. Different sensors are used for different applications depending on the reference used (e.g. pavement surface, kerb or stringline).

WIRTGEN expertise in advanced cutting technology makes it possible to mine mineral deposits without drilling or blasting. By eliminating the need for drilling and blasting, the selective cutting process generates verifiably less dust and noise emissions than conventional mining and quarrying methods.

The rehabilitation of asphalt or concrete surfaces begins with cold milling machines, which mill or profile the damaged surface. Learn more about the process here.

The levelling control system governs the paving thickness of concrete profiles in accordance with a specified reference. Slipform pavers typically use mechanical systems scanning a stringline to effect horizontalposition and level control.

Computer-assisted automatic functions not only optimise work processes and thus machine productivity, but also the machine operator’s performance. Our numerous intelligent information and diagnostic systems additionally support the operator and make their job easier – resulting in faster and more efficient operations. A few examples of assistance systems for surface miners are presented below.

In cutting and milling, it is crucial to remove pavements to the specified depth. The intuitive WIRTGEN LEVEL PRO / LEVEL PRO PLUS / LEVEL PRO ACTIVE levelling technology can be relied on to precisely maintain the preset cutting and milling depth. The hightech system is fully integrated into the machine’s overall management system.

Depending on the load they need to withstand, runways are either built using asphalt or concrete. Which building material is suitable for your project?

WIRTGEN machines are fitted with a machine control system of the highest quality, in which the large proportion of software developed in-house plays the decisive role. WIRTGEN puts a special focus on continuous improvement, which has the added effect of significantly increasing the operational reliability of the machines. In addition, many years of experience in software and hardware development allow for higher and more flexible machine functionality in terms of applications and meeting specific customer requirements.