Topcon Positioning Systems, Livermore, California, has expanded its road construction portfolio, including improvements for road surface scanning, expanded aftermarket solutions for pavers, and a new solution for soil compactors and asphalt rollers. In paving, Topcon introduced the new MC-Max Paving aftermarket solution to control screed height, width and steering for integrated pavers.
The system was previously compatible with OEM CAN-based systems and is now expanded to a brand-generic aftermarket solution to control screed height on all major asphalt paver brands. The solution is built on the MC-X machine control platform, an architecture that provides customized systems and upgradeability paths to grow with a contractor’s needs.
In compaction, Topcon has developed a new solution for soil and asphalt compaction. Topcon’s roller management system leverages real-time data and automation. It is equipped with a wireless Android display, and positioning sensors can be interchanged between GPS and robotic total station-based systems. Additional options and sensors can be added depending on the customer requirements, such as temperature sensors and accelerometers.