Asphalt optimizer eases pothole patching

Pothole patching has been improved with the heated Asphalt Optimizer from Cimline Pavement Maintenance Group available in four ton capacity. A diesel fired, self-priming 105,000 btu burner with electronic ignition heats the hopper chamber without applying direct flame to eliminate hot spots. A 26-gallon fuel tank provides for up to 72 hours of heating. Insulation surrounds the hopper and doors to maintain temperature for long lasting heat retention. A digital controller with temperature readout monitors the temperature in one degree increments. In the event of a burner malfunction the controller can shut down the heating process and flash an error code to notify operating personnel. Electronics are powered from the tow vehicle’s 12-volt system or the unit can be plugged into 120 volts at night to operate the burner through an optional integrated power converter.