FillMillTRIMBLE ASPHALTPAVING SOLUTIONSbetter from the ground up

Today’s road projects require contractors to work faster, with better accuracy, andwith tighter control on costs. For the paving contractor, that means no unplanned
downtime, minimal material usage, and zero re-work.
Trimble® paving solutions are designed for today’s competitive environment. Whether
you are building a new road or resurfacing an old one, Trimble solutions will help you
build a better surface, reduce material use, and significantly improve your productivity.
The more you use Trimble paving solutions, the more productive and profitable yourpaving operation will be.

Resurfacing an Old Road:
Topo

Design & Take-off

MillSupervise

Site Positioning Systems

Business Center – HCE

PCS900 Paving Control System

Site Position

Topo

Design & Take-off

Grade & Compact

Supervis

Site Positioning Systems

Business Center – HCE

GCS900 Grade Control System

Site Positio

Building a New Road:

Trimble offers road building solutions from concept tocreating a quality 3D design using Business Center –completion; from the initial design to the last pass ofHCE software powered by Trimble. Then Trimble 3D grade

the asphalt compactor. Using Business Center – Heavy

control systems on your motor grader and soil compactor

Construction Edition, Trimble 3D technology and thewill help you achieve a more uniformly compacted®

VisionLink fleet and productivity solution, you cansurface that’s right on grade.

create a better final surface, whether it is on soil or
For resurfacing an old road, use Trimble 3D grade control

existing asphalt layers.

on your milling machine to smooth out undulations andThe best built roads begin with a quality subsurface

imperfections in the original surface.

before the paver ever starts. For new roads, start bye & Checkning Systems

se & Check

oning Systems

Pave

Compact

Analyze

PCS400 Paving Control System

CCSFlex

VisionLink

OROR

Pave

Compact

Analyze

PCS900 Paving Control System

CCS900 Compaction Control System

VisionLink

better milling for better paving

3D Milling with Trimble PCS900

MILL SMARTER

Milling to a fixed depth often satisfies the specification for

Using PCS900 on your milling machine provides several benefits:a resurfacing project, but it leaves any road smoothness• Smoother base—mill out the existing undulations, creating aimprovements to the paver. With Trimble PCS900 Paving Control
System you can mill at variable depth and slope, eliminating
undulations and preparing a smoother sub-surface for newasphalt. When used in conjunction with a paver equipped with
PCS400 or PCS900, the end result is a significantly smoother roadsurface using less material and finished in less time.

smoother surface for paving• Shorter lane shutdowns—trucks can run more efficiently unhinderedby stringline and stakes• Reduced machine wear—by only milling to the depth required,the machine will burn less fuel and experience less teeth wear
• Less material to remove—fewer trucks and cost required to remove
waste material• Less asphalt usage—mill off the minimum depth and use less asphalt
for the final surface

Prism:
Patented Trimble active tracking
technology guarantees total station
lock to the on-machine target andCB460 Control Box:ensures millimeter control of theThe Trimble CB460 Control Box

milling machine drum.

indicates the position of thedrum versus the 3D design or
pre-defined vertical offset.

Result after fixed depth millingof a road with longitudinal waves

Result after 3D milling of a roadwith longitudinal waves

ACCURATE Milling. NO STRINGLINES
Accurate milling begins with a quality 3D design model created in BusinessCenter – HCE. The 3D design is displayed to the machine operator showing
areas that are on, above, or below ideal grade. Comparing the actual drum
position and slope with the digital design, the system automatically guides
the milling drum to cut the ideal depth and slope without stringlines ormanual adjustments.
With PCS900 on your mill, you easily handle transitions, super-elevatedcurves, variable drainage slopes and longitudinal waves. And you can doit all without re-work.

3D Design Model created inBusiness Center - HCE

Trimble Hot Swap instantly transitions
to the next total station

THE TRIMBLE SPS930 UNIVERSALTOTAL STATION IS IDEAL BECAUSE:• It offers the best accuracy on the market—
every millimeter saved reduces your milling andpaving costs substantially. It can very accurately 		
drive the mill drum to cut to the 3D design within
0.01 - 0.02 feet (3-6 millimeters).
• It is flexible and reliable—you can work onsites where there is an obstructed view of the sky• It has a 45 degree tracking angle—you canset it up very close to the mill in narrowcorridors or in the drainage area between 		
divided highways.
• It transitions faster—Trimble Hot Swap
technology transitions to the next total station
without stopping the machine• It maximizes your return on investment—
other survey and machine control work can bedone with the same instrument.

a more uniform surface

2D Paving with Trimble PCS400

MANY BENEFITS FROM ONE SYSTEMThe Trimble PCS400 system is ideal for projects that require

Using the Trimble PCS400 system can help you:meeting a thickness specification. When milling is done to design• Lay the finished surface with accuracy to 0.01 feet (3 millimeters)

using Trimble 3D technology, Trimble 2D paving technology caneasily handle the task of paving a fixed thickness.
The Trimble PCS400 Paving Control System can reference off a• Minimize use of expensive material... pave within a tighter tolerance
and get closer to the minimal asphalt thickness specification• Reduce labor costs by controlling the screed with one operator

surface, stringline or cross-slope. This makes the PCS400 an excellent,• Eliminate operator mistakes with the easy-to-use display interface

lower cost option for roads that have been graded or milled using• Achieve maximum smoothness and rideabiity

Trimble PCS900 Paving Control Systems.

CB440 Control Box:
The CB440 Control Box displays themeasured and target values of the crossslope and mat thickness simultaneously.

ST200 Sonic Tracer:
The PCS400 Averaging Beam uses threeevenly spaced ST200 Sonic Tracers toaverage out uneven reference surfaces.

• Finish on time

REFERENCING OFF A SURFACE
Each side of the paver is typically equipped with one sonic tracer or with three sonic tracers
mounted on an averaging beam. These sonic tracers send multiple sonic signals to reference
off the existing surface and calculate an average elevation for paving a smooth surface.

REFERENCING OFF STRINGLINEThe ST200 Sonic Tracer can be configured to use stringline as a reference line to control thepaver. In this mode the sonic tracer will measure any lateral movement of the machine relativeTrimble ResultPCS400 AVERAGING BEAM AND SONIC TRACERS

to the stringline. When the sonic tracer's center is moving away from the stringline, theThree ST200 Sonic Tracers mounted on thecontrol box warns you and provides correction guidance.

REFERENCING OFF THE SLOPE SENSOR

averaging beam ignore irregularities such as grates,and stones that could otherwise decrease accuracy.
The beam measures a full 30 feet (9.1 meters) in

The PCS400 system can also use the Trimble AS200 Angle Sensor to reference the desired

length as required by some governmental agencies

cross-slope of the road. Designed specifically for asphalt pavers, the sensor rarely needs

and swings back behind the paver to reference both

recalibration and paves cross slopes of up to 0.5% accurately and consistently.

the adjoining surface and freshly laid mat.

TRIMBLE CB440 CONTROL BOX
The PCS400 system features a large display and aneasy-to-understand layout for controlling crossslope and material thickness. The optional split
screen view on the CB440 Control Box allows you tocontrol and monitor the left and right side of thescreed with just one operator. You can even viewthe measured and target values of the cross slopeand mat thickness simultaneously.

no more stringlines

3D Paving with Trimble PCS900

AVOID THE PROBLEMS OF STRINGLINEThe Trimble PCS900 Paving Control System adds the accuracy

3D technology resolves the problems inherent to stringline because:and flexibility of 3D technology and allows you to also pave with• It eliminates time consuming and costly manual setup and possible

variable depth and slope based on the 3D design.
If you already have a Trimble PCS900 Paving Control System on yourgrading or milling machine, you can re-deploy the same display,machine target, and total station for your paver.

human errors• It eliminates the possibility that stringlines can be moved or damaged• It improves truck productivity with less travelling and maneuvering
around the stringlines

Prism:
Patented Trimble active tracking
technology guarantees total station
lock to the on-machine target andmillimeter control of the screed.

CB460 Control Box:
The CB460 3D Control Box offers a
7 inch (18 centimeter) graphicaldisplay and adjustable light settingsfor day or night paving.

PRECISION PAVING WITH LESS MATERIAL

GOOD DESIGNS MAKE GOOD SURFACESThe PCS900 system regularly achieves asphalt mat accuracies of 0.01-0.02 feet

Data preparation and management for asphalt(3-6 millimeters), making it ideal for projects such as airports, large commercial surfaces

paving projects is easy with Business Center – HCE.

and highways.
Using Business Center – HCE, you can create 3D
Accurate 3D control of the screed allows you to:design models and automatically generate• Take out high and low areas early in the process with the less expensive materials

uncompacted surface designs for the Trimble• Increase road smoothness using less asphalt than with traditional paving methods• Lay complex designs such as transitions, super-elevated curves and frequently
changing cross slopes• Achieve accuracy and smoothness specifications, which can mean bonus income

PCS900 3D paving system. The uncompacted surface
designs guide the paver to automatically lay morematerial above low areas and less material in highareas, anticipating and eliminating longitudinal
waves that can occur after asphalt compaction.

CB440 Control Box:
The CB440 Control Box displays themeasured and target values of the crossslope and mat thickness simultaneously.

HOT SWAP TRANSITIONS:
Unique Trimble technology allows
the system to hot swap, or instantlytransition, to the next total station
without stopping the machine tomake adjustments.

target compaction in fewer passes

3D Compaction with Trimble CCS900

MAP IT AND GET IT RIGHTThe asphalt compactor is the last machine to pass over your

Pass count mapping in the CCS900 system allows you to monitor thepaving project, and mistakes during this phase can be very costly

number of passes over an area and adjust your effort to avoid over orto fix. You can significantly reduce the need for re-work byunder-compaction.

installing the Trimble CCS900 Compaction Control System on yourasphalt compactors.

Using the roof-mounted GNSS receiver or machine target, the system
calculates the exact position of the machine and displays a color map

The CCS900 system eliminates much of the guess work

indicating the current number of passes and where you have overlaps orfrom asphalt compaction and helps achieve more consistentgaps. When installed with two optional IS310 Infrared Sensors, CCS900

compaction to target design density. You will also be able to roll amaps the surface temperature of the mat and pinpoints exactly wheremore efficient pattern, increase productivity, and save fuel.

you need to be for ideal compaction timing.

CB460 or CB450 Control Box:
The Control Box graphically maps passcounts and surface temperature readings
with high and low temperature warnings
to indicate potential issues in real-time.

REPORTING AND DOCUMENTATION
In-field reporting and an in-cab printer allow on-site supervisors and quality managers tomonitor compaction operations and correct possible issues immediately. Compaction data logs
can be wirelessly transferred from the machine to the office for analysis using the web-based
VisionLink fleet, asset and productivity management solution from Trimble.

Monitoring Compaction in VisionLink
For longer term analysis of compaction operations
and productivity enhancements, VisionLink 3D
Project Monitoring lets you:
• Continuously monitor pass counts andcompaction meter values to improve testing
success, reduce rework and lower ongoing
maintenance costs.
• Reduce over-compaction to optimize fuel use
and machine time.

Operator view of pass count mapping

Operator view of temperature mapping• Monitor temperature maps to ensure 		compaction per the target temperature range.

MS972 GNSS Smart Antenna:
The Trimble MS972 Smart GNSS Antenna measures theposition of the compactor using a base station or satellitedelivered correction sources such as SBAS.

IS310 Infrared Temperature Sensors:
IS310 Infrared Temperature Sensors
measure surface temperature of the matin the direction of operation.

affordable. easy to use

Pass count mapping with CCSFlex

GET STARTED QUICKLYThe Trimble CCSFlex™ Compaction Control System is an easy-to-use

Straight out of the case, you can run the CCSFlex system without

and affordable compaction control system to help you increase youra GPS base station and without creating 3D designs. The highly

compaction efficiency in the most economical way.

intuitive CCSFlex software guides you to the exact number of passes
required for the job and provides instant feedback on pass count andUnlike CCS900 which requires a more permanent installation oncompaction quality. You simply can’t go wrong.

the machine, the CCSFlex system is completely portable between
compactors and requires no welding or drilling onto the machine.
Designed specifically for compactors, CCSFlex cannot be installedon other earthmoving and paving machines.

CB450 Control Box:
The in-cab control box provides visual guidance
regarding pass count and compaction by“painting” a map in real time, showing on a color
scale the number of passes over each spot.

PORTABLE SYSTEM IN A CASE
The CCSFlex “in a case” system is easy to install by the contractor in a coupleof hours. This easy portability makes the system an ideal solution if you
employ rented compactors or you want to move the system between
compactors in your fleet. It can be installed on any asphalt compactor
with open or enclosed cab.
MS972 GNSS Smart Antenna:The MS972 provides sub meter accurate
positioning of the compactor. Position information
is used to display a pass count coverage map in realtime on the in-cab control box.

The Trimble CCSFlex system comes standard
as a pass count system with an MS972 GNSS
Smart Antenna, CB450 Control Box, moveable
mounting brackets, and system cables.

VisionLink
VisionLink 3D Project
Monitoring allows you tomonitor pass counts andimprove your compaction
operations from thehead office.

TRIMBLE CB450 CONTROL BOX
The CCSFlex uses the Trimble CB450 Control Box toguide the operator to the target number of passes
at the optimal temperature.

dependability when you need it

DEPENDABLE TECHNOLOGY. DEPENDABLE SUPPORT.
Reliability is especially important in paving systems, because you lose money any time the process stops. Trimble
components are built to withstand the heat, steam, tamping and vibration that are the norm on milling machines,pavers, and compactors. And while system durability prevents downtime, Trimble’s extensive SITECH® dealer network
ensures that training and support are always close at hand.
SITECH is the leading distribution network for the most reliable, rugged and complete portfolio of construction
technology systems available to the heavy and highway contractor. The experienced construction professionals at
your SITECH dealership will advise you on the right technology for your job and provide you with local customer
service, personalized training and technical support.
With the addition of Trimble site-wide solutions to your heavy and highway projects, you’re in a stronger, morecompetitive position. You’ll experience new levels of productivity that will help you win the bid and be profitable,
project after project.

Recommended Technology for Your Application
Milling
3D

Application Description

Road jobs with an accurate
reference surface or curb

Asphalt Paving
Grade& Slope

Grade& Slope
PCS400 withaveraging
beamExamples

PCS900PCS400Roads, parking lots

Optional

Recommended

Highways, airports

Optional

Asphalt Compaction
3D

Passcount /Temperature
Mapping

As-Built Cut-Fill
Mapping

PCS900

CCSFlex /CCS900with GNSS

CCS900with
Universal
Total Station

Recommended

Road jobs with an accurate
reference surface or curb and a

Recommended

Recommended

stringent smoothness spec
Asphalt paving without stringlines

Airports, roller compactedor accurate reference surface butconcrete paving, base material

with stringent elevation, cross slope

paving, asphaltic base for

and/or smoothness specs

concrete roads

Asphalt paving with frequent cross

Highway exits and curves,

slope changes

parking lots, sports surfaces

Recommended

Recommended

Recommended

Recommended

Recommended

Recommended

Optional

Vertical Accuracy

Horizontal Accuracy

System Accuracies for each technology employed

Trimble Total Station
Accuracy at 100 m is
3mm (0.01 ft) Horizontal
and 1mm (0.003 ft) Vertical

Trimble Precision
GNSS Accuracy is
8mm (0.03 ft) Horizontal
and 15 mm (0.05 ft) Vertical

Trimble Location RTK
Accuracy is 8 mm (0.03 ft)
Horizontal and 100mm(0.33 ft) Vertical

Satellite Based Augmentation
System (SBAS) Accuracy isapproximately 0.5m (1.7 ft) inboth the Vertical and Horizontal

Trimble: The Construction Technology Standard
Trimble provides the tools and support to let you integrate planning, design, site positioning, machine control and asset
management information throughout the construction life cycle for more efficient operations and higher profits. Visit
your SITECH® technology dealer today to learn how easy it is to utilize technology that makes significant improvements inproject workflow, dramatically increases your production, improves your accuracy and lowers your operating costs.

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