Caterpillar has announced updates to the mid-sized asphalt compactor line. The Cat CB7, CB8 and CB10 Asphalt Compactors are equipped with edge-management options, optional cab, optional split drums and a new mapping display.
Features like AM and FM Bluetooth radio and the heated seat combine with seating and legroom, wide sight lines and climate control functions that can help with performance on the jobsite.
Edge Management Options
Proper management of unconfined edges can help optimize density. The vertical edge created by the cut-off wheel helps provide a stable vertical face for joint matching on the next paving pass. The bevel edge options provide sloped profiles for smooth transitions on and off the paved surface. Three versions are available to help contractors meet jobsite requirements.
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Compaction Control Mapping Display
The new mapping display provides an on-screen visual for recognition and touchscreen capability for simplified setup. Cat Compact helps operators visualize the coverage area while recording pass-count and temperature data. The system utilizes infrared temperature sensors and GPS mapping to keep the operator informed of current mat temperatures, machine position, pass-count and pass coverage. This system supports nighttime performance, while also capturing data for future process analysis and quality control documentation. When combined with drum edge and drum surface lighting, Cat Compact helps meet daily production.
Maneuverability
Making tight turns on hot asphalt can result in mat tearing, leading to issues. The dual split-drum option on the front drum can help eliminate tears when maneuvering around obstacles or when compacting tight turns by reducing the speed of the inner drum half. The split drum option can be a solution for parking lots, driveway approaches and other applications that require frequent turning.
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Vision Link
VisionLink is a cloud-based software application that provides data to a desktop or mobile device, taking the guesswork out of fleet management with performance insights. The system provides maintenance needs, machine hours, location, fuel usage, idle time, diagnostic codes and other machine data to a mobile device, desktop or through an API to other software applications.
