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Soil Connect Now Includes Time Tracking to E-Ticketing

Soil Connect — a digital marketplace connecting those who have soil, aggregates and other building materials with those who need it — has added time tracking to its growing e-ticketing platform, eTickets.

The new time tracking feature has been seamlessly integrated into the Soil Connect eTickets platform and allows users to easily reduce timesheet errors and make accurate and timely payments to haulers. An automatically geo-tagged punch-in and punch-out function enables users to analyze route efficiencies and provides a clear picture of the route, along with the complete data set provided by the platform.

“We are always looking for ways to solve the many age-old day-to-day problems encountered by contractors in the material hauling and dirt moving world,” said Cliff Fetner, founder and CEO of Soil Connect.

“eTickets was designed with the small- to mid-size contractor in mind, and this new feature provides business owners a time tracking solution that can improve driver and subhauler accountability, without being constantly mired in additional administrative duties, invoice disputes, etc. This can make a real impact on a company’s bottom line.” eTickets is a contactless, easy-to-use e-ticketing platform designed to eliminate the use of paper tickets and allow users to easily capture customer information, type of truck, destination, pictures, eSignatures, type of material, load count and more. eTickets provides a better ticket management solution for any industry that hauls and manages loads, eliminating the human error associated with traditional paper tickets and ultimately helping contractors get paid faster.

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For more information on paving, compaction and milling equipment, as well as comparison charts, visit CEG's Web site at www.constructionequipmentguide.com. LHC Reaches Compaction in Fewer Passes, Lower Cost

For more than 50 years, LHC Inc. has provided construction services to Montana’s Flathead Valley. It has completed and is currently working on some of the Treasure State’s largest, most complex and high-profile projects, including the construction of a nearly $34 million bypass around its home city of Kalispell.

LHC’s services include design, engineering and construction of all types of infrastructure undertakings, as well as site work for commercial and other properties. It selfperforms nearly every aspect of a project, including mass earthwork, utility installation, subgrade prep and asphalt paving. LHC supplies the materials for the latter from three strategically located gravel pits around the Flathead Valley.

LHC recently added its first two Dynapac CC6200 VI rollers to its asphalt paving operations. With an operating mass of 27,340 lbs. and 84-in. drum width, the CC6200 VI is the largest in Dynapac’s tandem rollers lineup. Operators Dustin Yeadon and Stanley Appelt said the machines have increased productivity and efficiency.

“We call them the Swiss Army knives of compaction because they actually work great in all three paving stages: breakdown, intermediate and finish,” said Appelt. “Typically, we just use them for the latter two because you can do both virtually simultaneously with a CC6200 VI. You can do more in one pass than with competitive machines.”

Yeadon added, “The ability to get the job done with fewer passes gives us time, labor and fuel savings. We basically can run all day on less than half a tank. And, if we can handle two stages with one machine, that eliminates the need for additional rollers, which increases the savings.”

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Dynapac designed its CC asphalt tandem rollers for high vibration frequency with low amplitude in order to maintain high efficiency on modern, thin asphalt layers. This allows them to compact quickly without crushing the aggregate material. They also can be used for thick layers with high amplitude and a “normal” vibration frequency. A wide frequency and amplitude range provides optimization in any application.

“Being able to adjust the vibration frequency increases versatility,” said Appelt. “We used the CC6200s on everything from smaller parking lots to large-scale highway projects. You can set your numbers to what you need, and it will tell you the range of where you need to be speed-wise for optimized production. That helps with efficiency.”

Vibration frequency is set through the new instrument panel and controls that were designed with simplicity in mind. A bigger touch screen ensures maximum visibility. The latest technology simplifies roller operation and ensures optimized handling, thus increasing the quality of the compaction job.

“It’s very user-friendly with a dynamic screen that gives you instant feedback with information such as where you’re at in terms of impacts per foot,” said Appelt. “You can input your numbers pre-workday, so you can get right to work when it’s time. If you do need to make a quick adjustment, it’s two or three buttons and you’re back to rolling.”

The swiveling operator’s module in the CC6200 VI allows a 180-degree turn of the seat, instruments and levers. It also can slide from side to side, making it possible for the operator to see drum surfaces, sprinkler nozzles and drum edges.

“Sliding and turning is all done with one handle, as opposed to numerous ones like other rollers I have run,” said Yeadon. “You can instantly slide over and get on point. It’s effortless and speeds up operation.”

Appelt added, “The visibility is outstanding with the open-cab design. There are no bars in the middle of the cab that you have to look or lean around to see as you go forward. The seat sits up higher than others, so you can see right down in front of you.”

Yeadon and Appelt can set how often water from the high-capacity water tank is sprayed on the drums with the control panel and a joystick button. The tank can be filled from both sides of the roller, and there is a two-bar setup on both drums.

“If you want water on demand, just push the button; otherwise, you can adjust how often it sprays to match the job,” Yeadon pointed out. “In most cases, even if it’s the lead roller behind the paver, it takes a good, long time for the water to run out. We typically put down 400 to 500 tons between fill ups.”

LHC recently added its first two Dynapac CC6200 VI rollers to its asphalt paving operations. With an operating mass of 27,340 lbs. and 84-in. drum width, the CC6200 VI is the largest in Dynapac’s tandem rollers lineup. Expanded Partnership

That Helps More Contractors

LHC Inc. purchased the Dynapac CC6200 VI rollers from Modern Machinery with the assistance of Territory Manager Ben Ralls. Modern has a long history with Dynapac in Montana and Idaho, and earlier this year, it added Wyoming, Washington and Oregon to its territory — making it one of North America’s largest Dynapac dealers.

“Modern is well-respected in the market and a perfect fit for Dynapac,” said Dynapac North America Vice President of Sales Jamie Roush when the expansion was announced. “This partnership will enable us to strengthen our brand presence and customer support even further in this region.”

Ralls and Modern set up a demo with one CC6200 VI so LHC could put it to the test on a highway paving project. Dynapac representatives, including Western Region Manager Steve Cole, were on hand to answer questions and provide training and support.

“They gave us a walk-around and showed us every aspect, which gave us a leg up before we started,” said LHC Inc. Superintendent Cruz Smith. “That was a huge help, and they have followed up since we purchased the machines to make sure everything continues to run smoothly. We are looking forward to doing more business with them after purchasing these rollers and seeing how they increase our productivity.”

Ralls emphasized that others could see similar results. “I have seen these and other Dynapac rollers get compaction where other brands would struggle. Having equipment like Dynapac, that’s backed by great manufacturer service and support, plays a strategic role in Modern Machinery’s ability to build trust with customers. Both companies are excited about the partnership expansion, as it gives us the ability to help other customers like LHC be more productive, efficient and profitable.”

For more information, visit www.dynapac.us. 

Page 26 • December 19, 2021 • www.constructionequipmentguide.com •Paving Section • Construction Equipment Guide NAPA ‘Pave It Black’ Podcast Highlights Tech Innovations

By Tom Gresham

NAPA

New technologies are reshaping the asphalt pavement industry, and the pace of change is accelerating as high-tech tools grow both more sophisticated and accessible. During Season 3 of “Pave It Black,” NAPA’s podcast covering the people and issues affecting the industry, hosts Richard Willis and Brett Williams interviewed industry experts to dig deeper into the innovations that are most affecting the realm of asphalt pavement — and that promise to change the way the industry operates long into the future.

Episode 1: “What Is Innovation?”

In Episode 1, Nicholas Webb, founder and CEO of LeaderLogic and the keynote speaker at the 2020 NAPA Annual Meeting, detailed his thoughts on the concept of innovation and how it promises to impact the asphalt pavement industry.

Episode 2: “It’s Electric”

Dan Gallagher, president of Gallagher Asphalt, discussed the growing electrification of vehicles and how that affects the asphalt industry — an industry funded in part by gas taxes through the Highway Trust Fund.

Episode 3: “Innovation = Business Opportunities”

Katie Peabody, senior business analyst with Lakeside Industries, joined “Pave It Black” to discuss the far-reaching impact of new developments in computing technology. “Everything is definitely evolving,” she said. “As an organization, we realize the importance of these technologies in order to continue to thrive in the industry, even though it isn’t always easy to adopt and utilize technology.”

Episode 4: “Big Data in the Asphalt Industry”

Dan Ridolfi, president of California-based LASTRADA Partners, dove into how data analytics and artificial intelligence can help operators “focus on what matters.” Ridolfi explained, “What we have the ability to do today is expand the databases, and that’s kind of what’s exciting about our world.”

Episode 5: “Temperature, Temperature, Temperature”

Brent Carron, president of Valley Paving in Minnesota, explained the benefits of thermal profiling, a tool not widely used in the industry, but one that offers an opportunity for contractors to ensure high-quality asphalt pavements.

Episode 6: “Going Paperless”

Dan Ganoe, vice president of operations for Lindy Paving in Pennsylvania, discussed the implementation of e-ticketing and how to move to a paperless world.

Episode 7: “Robots Help in the Work Zone”

During National Work Zone Awareness Week, Todd Hendricks, Jr., president of Ohio-based Pioneer Industrial Systems, shared that his company is pursuing two robotics solutions for road maintenance projects: sealing cracks on roads and setting and picking up cones in work zones.

Episode 8: “Efficient Fleet Management”

Mike Wills, area manager for Californiabased Granite Construction, said technology is allowing for much more efficient deployment of trucks to sites, such as through an app that Granite uses with drivers.

Episode 9: “The Dynamics of Asphalt Plant Management”

Ben Adomyetz, sales representative and estimator for the Rogers Group in Alabama, described how software can help asphalt operators plan, track, and communicate, such as during the transition from the bidding process for a project to the project itself.

Episode 10: “Doing More with Drones”

Carl Pittman, a civil engineer with Apac Mississippi, and Jessica Lewis, a graduate student at Mississippi State, provided their insight into the ways that drones have increased safety and efficiency at project and plant sites. “The real success in a drone program is going to come down to how you use that data,” Pittman said. “You can go collect all the data you want. If it sits in an Excel spreadsheet, and never goes anywhere, you’re not really doing much with it.” (Reprinted with permission from the National Asphalt Pavement Association) 

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Chris Colwell joined Bomag as vice president of milling and paving.

Bomag Americas Inc. has welcomed Chris Colwell as vice president of milling and paving.

Colwell will be responsible for developing and leading a new business unit segment focused on optimizing the sales and product support for milling, paving and reclaiming customers.

Colwell brings 35 plus years of road construction equipment experience, having worked for both manufacturers and dealers, so he has a keen understanding of what is required to support end users.

Prior to joining Bomag, he spent 10 years with Astec Industries, with his most recent positions as vice president channel management and president of Carlson Paving Products. Prior to joining Astec, Colwell spent several years managing a road construction equipment dealership based in Michigan.

“Colwell’s extensive background in roadbuilding products, change leadership and understanding the high sense of urgency to provide immediate solutions for customers is exactly what Bomag requires to help customers expand their business with us,” said Rob Mueckler, president of Bomag.

“I strongly believe in Bomag’s products, its vision to strengthen its presence in the roadbuilding sector and, most importantly, the commitment Bomag has to additional investments to improve support for milling, paving, and reclaiming customers,” Colwell said. “I look forward to leading a dedicated team of sales, product and service personnel to support our customers and mutually capitalize on our growth opportunities in paving, milling and reclaiming.”

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