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REMOVING WHAT NEEDS TO GO
Every successful pavement marking project starts with a surface that is ready for the next application. Getting there can mean removing old markings, runway rubber, contaminants or other material that stands between the existing pavement and the desired result. Water blasting provides one way to accomplish that work while also opening the door to other surface-maintenance applications. The same technology used for pavement marking removal can be used for runway rubber removal, hydraulic spill cleanup, road retexturing and general surface cleaning. The right water blasting system depends largely on how and where the work is performed. For contractors who need a highly adaptable platform, HOG and Blasters have a variety of options available to fit any job. For large-scale jobs, the Stripe HOG SH15, Liquidator 4015, Stripe HOG SH8000 and Liquidator 4012 offer robust, high-performance solutions to tackle the heaviest jobs, while the Stripe HOG SK line of products, which are mounted to skids, trailers, or small-form
chassis, offer a wide, versatile range of solutions for both domestic and international markets.
A contractor working across major highways may value capacity and production. An airport may have different requirements for runway maintenance. A smaller operation may prioritize maneuverability and flexibility. Matching the equipment to those circumstances can make the difference between simply completing a job and completing it efficiently.
WHEN GRINDING IS A BETTER SOLUTION
Pavement can require grinding to remove markings or correct surface conditions, while other applications demand more specialized treatments such as grooving or rumble strips. These jobs introduce another set of variables, from the amount of material that needs to be removed to the size of the work area and the type of application being performed. For larger grinding jobs, HOG’ s Grinder HOG and MRL’ s GrindPro platforms create the high performance needed to tackle mile after mile of road. Both are available in four-head configurations, meaning if centerline and shoulder work
are needed, either solution can prevent you from having to travel the same road twice. For smaller jobs, HOG’ s Grinder HOG GH2 also comes in both CDL and non- CDL 2-Head configurations, while MRL’ s Mini GrinderPro comes in a rideon format, giving contractors the flexibility to match the machine to their fleet and operating requirements. Each of these approaches results in not one grinding solution, but a range of ways to address different jobs. But what about the mid-size? HOG has you covered with the Rumble HOG, a 3-in-1 Machine with a rear-mounted drum perfect for centerline or shoulder work, adding another unique option for mid-size road and highway jobs. That flexibility becomes particularly valuable for contractors whose work changes from project to project. Equipment that is ideal for a large-scale highway application may be excessive for a smaller maintenance project. Conversely, a compact machine may not provide the production needed for a major removal operation. Having options such as these allows the equipment to follow the work.
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