“The overall build quality and low noise emissions are impressive”
“We’ve been very pleased with the performance and reliability of our two P6870C pavers, and consider the Volvo ABG machines to be high-quality products,” states Steve. “More importantly, we are extremely impressed with the consistently excellent level of support, care and attention we receive from SMT GB, which is why we have opted for the new P2870D.”
Covering projects spread throughout the length and breadth of the country, Excel Surfacing carry out a wide variety of contracts, ranging from private driveways up to large road resurfacing projects, which has earned them a strong reputation for providing a reliable and high quality service, whilst also allowing them to steadily grow a portfolio of regular clients during the company’s first ten years of operation. “We have formed quite a few strong relationships in the housing sector, especially while working for blue-chip Tier 1 contractors such as Bellway, Redrow and, in particular, Persimmon,” continues Steve. “In fact about 40% of our work is contracting to these companies for finishing work on driveways, cul-de-sacs and access roads, so having a compact paver to carry out this work is extremely important. We have been waiting quite a long time for Volvo to launch this machine; so far, we think
it has been worth waiting for. The overall build quality and low noise emissions are impressive. It also lays an exceptionally high- quality mat. The machine is also very manoeuvrable, with a base screed width of just 1.75 metres, which means we can get almost anywhere with it!” First shown last April at Bauma in Munich, this is the first P2870D to be sold in Great Britain. The P2870D has been designed for working in confined areas, with a screed width ranging from 1.75 to 4.5 metres. Thanks to the high efficiency of the machine’s Stage V engine, which has an output of 55Kw, the noise and CO2 emissions it generates are ultra-low. This makes it the ideal choice for working on inner-city projects, such as cycle tracks, car parks and pedestrian areas.
The after-treatment system consists of only a Diesel Particulate Filter, which means that there are no SCR or AdBlue requirements. Therefore, there is no need to replace diesel exhaust fluid or carry out SCR maintenance. As a result, uptime is maximised and the machine’s running costs are minimised. Volvo ABG pavers are characterised by their superior build quality and engineering excellence – with the P2870D ABG being
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