Applications Across Pavement Projects

From interstate highways to commercial parking lots, consistent mat thickness and smoothness depend on reliable automatic grade control. The APOLLO 70618034 sensor kit, designed for BOMAG asphalt pavers, is proving its value across a spectrum of paving applications. Field reports confirm that its outdoor rainproof design and advanced pendulum sensing deliver results that project managers and agency inspectors demand.

Highway contractors operate under tight tolerances, often targeting International Roughness Index values well below specification limits to earn smoothness bonuses. The APOLLO sensor set’s fast-response leveling system continuously adjusts screed position in real time, compensating for subtle changes in material head and paver speed. On long pulls where maintaining grade reference integrity over kilometers is essential, the sensor’s low signal drift ensures that elevation corrections remain accurate from the starting stake to the ending joint.

The rainproof feature proves invaluable during dawn starts when dew coats the paving surface, or when passing through microclimates typical of mountain corridors. Instead of interrupting the operation or risking sensor failure, crews keep paving, knowing that the sealed electronics resist moisture intrusion. This uptime advantage directly supports the aggressive production schedules common in highway rehabilitation.

Airport paving projects impose some of the most stringent flatness requirements in the industry because deviations can affect aircraft braking and passenger comfort. The APOLLO 70618034 kit, when integrated with BOMAG pavers, provides the grade control stability needed to achieve tight longitudinal and transverse specifications. The sensor’s ability to maintain cross-slope while executing smooth transitions across taxiway fillets and runway intersections reduces the need for manual shim corrections.

Durability under frequent aircraft crossings after paving, vibration from compaction equipment, and jet blast exposure further justify the sensor’s robust construction. Decision-makers involved in Federal Aviation Administration funded projects appreciate that the sensor set is supplied 100% new, aligning with procurement rules that favor documented, conforming products.

Municipalities and utility contractors face unique challenges: variable existing grades, numerous service access covers, and frequent stops for intersections. The APOLLO sensor’s quick recovery from grade reference interruptions makes it well-suited to urban environments where long continuous baselines are impractical. The leveling system rapidly re-establishes the correct screed position after each stop, ensuring uniform mat thickness regardless of paving interruptions.

In residential street paving, where drainage dictates precise crown control, the dual-grade operation supported by the 70618034 sensor kit consistently delivers the specified cross-slope. Rainproof reliability also matters here, as neighborhood projects often continue during light showers to meet lane closure deadlines, and equipment must keep functioning without risk.

Parking lot and industrial slab projects require levelness that promotes drainage and prevents ponding. The APOLLO kit’s grade control precision allows paver operators to establish a drainage slope and hold it accurately across large areas, minimizing manual grade checking. The sensor’s compatibility with BOMAG pavers commonly used in commercial work means that paving contractors can deploy a single grade control solution across diverse job types.

Project managers cite the sensor’s reusable, durable, and environmentally friendly design as factors that support sustainability goals while keeping equipment costs in check. The easy installation means that changing the sensor between pavers or replacing a damaged unit does not consume excessive labor. With the APOLLO 70618034, paving foremen have one less variable to worry about when chasing smoothness incentives and avoiding remedial work.

Across all these applications, the sensor kit’s combination of precise measurement, weather resistance, and structural toughness makes it a strategic enabler of high-quality paving outcomes.

1. Can the APOLLO 70618034 handle the rapid elevation changes required during highway ramp paving?

   Yes, the sensor’s responsive pendulum measurement and fast signal output allow it to track changing grade and cross-slope on ramps, transitions, and super-elevated curves without delay.

2. How does the rainproof design perform in prolonged severe weather?

   The sensor is sealed against rain and high humidity but is not intended for continuous submersion. It is tested to maintain operation during typical paving shifts that encounter rainfall, allowing work to continue within safe weather windows.

3. Is the sensor affected by the high temperatures of fresh asphalt?

   The sensor’s materials and internal compensation circuitry are designed to operate within the temperature ranges encountered near a hot screed and fresh mat. Performance remains stable under radiant heat typical during paving.

4. Can I use this sensor on a BOMAG roller for compaction control?

   Yes, the sensor kit is suitable for road rollers with automatic grade or slope control systems. Its ruggedized build withstands roller vibration and provides reliable reference input.

5. How do I ensure the sensor kit meets project specification requirements?

   We provide conformance documentation and technical data that you can submit with your quality control plans. The 100% new condition and performance specifications support typical agency submittal processes.