allows the operators to monitor service intervals, productivity alerts and gives a warning to the driver when these parameters require attention. CareTrack on the machine allows for remote vehicle monitoring along with geolocation of the paver at all times. The new P6870D has been supplied with a standard VB 78 screed, which offers a potential paving width of up to 9 metres. This is seen as an ideal screed unit for LCC’s requirements and is more than capably handled by the tractor’s impressive traction from its 6x6 driveline. Optional hydraulic end gates have also been specified for this machine, which is controlled from the EPM3 control panels on the screed.
With a potential capacity to lay up to 700 tonnes per hour, productivity issues are something the LCC team never have to worry about. “I’ve been operating the pavers at LCC for over ten years, and find the Volvo machines so easy to set up and operate,” comments Alan Jones, one of the regular machine drivers and foreman. “This new version is even easier. Everything is well laid out; the controls are easy to use, and the operator station is very comfortable too,” he continued. Additional working and warning lighting have been fitted to the paver, along with the optional balloon lighting system for the night time projects the teams occasionally undertake.
The machine’s first job went without a hitch, with the gangs quickly laying the 100 metres or so of the base course. The 13-tonne capacity hopper opens to a maximum width of 3.17 metres, allowing ample room for reversing trucks to tip into. The two heavy-duty conveyors are capable of feeding the two augers at up to 40 metres per minute, ensuring a regulated flow of material.
Mark Smith looks after procurement for the Council’s highways division and said; “The authority has nine years of experience operating Volvo paving machines. Renowned for their build quality and reliability, the new P6870D model launched in April 2020, is achieving improved fuel efficiencies, reducing our operational costs and our carbon footprint, all of which further enhances the machines’ appeal. The next-generation EPM system provides multiple features to assist operational and management control. The EPM3 redundancy concept is an invaluable characteristic of the machine. Procured complete with the CareTrack telematics system, an excellent service maintenance package, with an inclusive comprehensive warranty and aftersales technical support from SMT, gives both operator and management teams peace of mind.” All in all, the whole of LCC’s highways team is impressed with their latest fleet addition and are looking forward to keeping the roads of Lancashire in fine fettle with it. ■ PAUL ARGENT CONTINUED OVERLEAF
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