FP5 Pothole Patcher



Patch holes the right way with
theFlameless FP5 Pothole Patcher

Put an end to potholes quickly, efficiently, and permanently with the FP5 Pothole Patcher. This advanced, self-contained unit gives your agency the most effective way to respond to pothole problems and end public complaints.

Pothole repairs made with hot mix that is not maintained at proper temperature produces repairs that are short-lived and often require repeated applications. "Throw and go: mixes are expensive and environmentally unfriendly. But the FP5 combines all the tools for doing the job properly in one total package with results that last for years.

The FP5 Out performs the competition

Only the FP5 has a unique, self-cleaning, air-assisted tack coat system that uses the same wand to blow out the pothole with compressed air and apply the tack coat. Because the system is powered by air, not a troublesome pump, the spray nozzle stays unclogged. Unlike competitors' models, there's no problem-plaqued, pump-driven tack coat system, and the emulsion is evenly sprayed into the pothole.

The FP5's air-driven system can return the tack coat material from the supply line to the storage tank, a process that also simultaneously cleans the wand, the line, and agitates the emulsion in the tank.

During the work day, hot mix is uniformly warmed and / or held to constant temperature by an electrical heat system that is thermostatically controlled and supplied by an on board AC generator. THere is no propane or heating oil used in the hopper heating system of this unit thus eliminating the need for maintaining a hot oil system and frequent refills of propane.

Leftover hot mix is never wasted in the FP5. Constant mix temperature can be maintained overnight or over the weekend with the same hopper electrical heat system supplied by an external power source through a furnished power cord. A crew can load hot mix late in the day (when lines at the plant are short) and be ready for quick starts the next morning - or when emergency repairs are needed. Unlike some competitors' models, the FP5's electric heating system has a ground-fault interrupter system for personnel safety.

  • The FP5's insulated tack-coat storage tank is heated with its own thermostatically controlled heating system.

  • The FP5 has insulated, hydraulically powered steel doors that save time during loading and reduced crew member's contact with the mix.

  • The cleaning-fluid system, including storage tank, pump, spray wand, and hose, is used to clean the mix hopper walls and handtools.

  • A propane hand torch is provided to dry out wet potholes and warm the pothole edges (and can also be used to clean hand tools).

  • Operator controls are located at the rear curb-side for easy access and safety.

  • The FP5's built-in deck provides safe and easy access to the hopper and convenient filling of the deck-mounted storage tanks.

  • The FP5 is powered by the truck engine via a PTO and a variable volumn load sense hydraulic pump. This provides correct hydraulic flow at all times.

  • Every machine comes with a complete, self-teaching manual that contains clear, easy-to-understand instructions for mounting, operating, and maintaining the FP5. Most users learn to operate the FP5 proficiently with only a few hours training.

  • The entire FP 5 system, including tanks and spoils bin, is one complete unit. It can be easily mounted at the factory or at your shop on any suitable new or used truck. Units fit standard freight containers for easy and economical overseas shipment.


Advanced features and options for enhanced FP5 capabilities

  • The FP5's optional pavement breaker and mix compactor can be mounted on a hydraulically operated platform for safer and easier handling, thus reducing the risk of back injuries.
  • Pavement breaker hammers come in various sizes, and hammer attachments are also available.
  • A spring loaded reel provides quick, organized storage for a breaker hammer and hoses.
  • An optional, rear mounted gravity dump spoils bin makes it easy to load pothole waste directly, without wasted time and extra steps.
  • A second, side mounted gravity dump spoils bin can also be used for additional storage of waste or for traffic cones, etc.
  • An optional sand spreader attachment with cab controls increases the FP5's versatality by allowing its use for ice control.
  • Safety systems such as a strobe light, arrow board, and back up alarm are offered.

 

SYSTEM FP5 Competition
AIR TACK COAT WAND    
  • Can blow out holes.
  • Automatically keeps tip clean.
  • Provides reliable, uniform spray
  • Eliminates pump and therefore pump problems, especially in cold weather.
 Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes		 No
No
No
No
HOPPER AND WORKING DECK    
  • Hopper size 5.1 yd3 (3.9 m3)
  • Typical load size 4.5 yd3 (3.4 m3)
  • Has Deck for safe access to hopper and easy filling of deck mounted storage tanks.
Yes
Yes
Yes		 No
No
No
HOPPER HEATING SYSTEMS    
  • Electrical heating system.
  • Ground fault interrupt as a safeguard against electrical shock.
Yes
Yes
No
No
SPOILS BIN
    
  • Front
  • Side - (Curb side) safer, eliminates any need for workers to be on traffic side of truck.
  • Rear - increases productivity by reducing distance between spoils bin and pothole.
 No

Yes

Yes		 Yes

No

No
TRUCK    
  • Shortest wheelbase for better maneuverability and safety.
 Yes No

Experienced, Professional Support Continues after the Sale

To keep your FP5 operating at peak productivity, experienced staff provides expert troubleshooting help via telephone or fax. Rapid response, onsite field service is also available. A complete replacements parts list is included in the FP5 users manual, and maintains an extensive, computer controlled parts inventory. A toll free number makes ordering easy, and next day delivery of most replacement parts is available within the United States.
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