The Wirtgen SP 84i is a new model for inset concrete paving on four steerable, swivelling crawler tracks. In the inset application, the slipform paver slipforms the concrete pavement with the mold integrated between the crawler tracks. With an engine output of 241 hp (180 kW), the SP 84i can use both electric and hydraulic vibration to pave roadways and surfaces from 6 to 26 ft. (1.8 to 7.9 m) wide as standard with a paving thickness of up to a maximum of 18 in. (46 cm), or thicker, should the customer so desire. The concrete can be selectively distributed via the spreading plough or spreading auger. Wirtgen slipform pavers have no problem creating concrete pavements with a double cross fall of up to 3 percent, according to the manufacturer.

Customer Benefits From the Intelligent Features

"Customer benefit was a prime concern in the development of our new slipform paver," said Ralf Schug of Wirtgen’s development and engineering department. "The new features, which we use as modular systems in all the machines, permit a maximum range of applications and high-precision paving results. Meanwhile, the handling is intuitive and very convenient."

Life Cycle Design

The fully modular machine construction means that contractors are sure to find the right solution for all applications. Simple conversions or easy extensions of additional machine components can provide a solution for complex, customer-specific applications. This maximizes flexibility and makes for a wide range of possible uses.

WI-Control

Like the compact Wirtgen Slipform Pavers SP 15i and SP 25i, the SP 84i also is equipped with WI-Control. The new machine control system can, for instance, automatically recognize the machine configuration and set the optimum machine parameters accordingly. It also allows the machine to be connected with the customer’s own fleet management system via a standard interface.

Eco-Mode

The engine management system "Eco-Mode" reduces fuel consumption and noise emissions by adapting the output to the requirements of the job in hand.

Smooth Slope

"Smooth Slope," an electronic tilt control system, ensures top-quality, high-precision concrete paving through short machine response times.

Easy Connect

Being reliably compatible with 3D control systems from all leading suppliers, the new and certified Easy Connect 3D interface is a future-proof system.

For more information, visit www.wirtgen.com.

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