Exhibit H - Specifications for Asphalt Patch Box 4 Ton~1.docx
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- 23-416CMS-BOSS4-B-33802
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- Illinois
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This document contains specifications for a trailer-mounted asphalt heating/patching unit requested by the State of Illinois Department of Central Management Services. The unit must have a minimum 4-ton material storage capacity, tandem axles, steel or aluminum wheels, LED lighting, and a diesel-powered heating system capable of maintaining safe material temperatures. The control panel includes features such as automatic temperature controls, burner on/off, digital temperature gauge, and a 7-day timer. The unit must also include a stainless steel shoveling door, toolbox, and shovel/tool holders. All exterior surfaces are to be sandblasted, sealed, and painted in a high-visibility color.
The specifications indicate this equipment is for a state and local contract opportunity in Illinois, designated by the ID 66aacd927cf5b14e190b979e, titled "JPMC Asphalt Equipment." No additional details about the procurement process, budget, or timeline are provided in the given information.
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Specifications for Trailer Mounted Asphalt Heating Unit State of Illinois Department of Central Management Services
Exhibit H Specifications for Trailer Mounted Asphalt Heating/Patching Unit This specification describes a trailer asphalt heating unit for use in ordering entity’s patching of pavement surfaces. The specifications for acceptable units by required features and accessories as outlined below.
Parts and services for the equipment should be readily available within the State of Illinois.
Unless otherwise specified, the proposed equipment shall be complete in all parts and ready for immediate use upon delivery.
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The State reserves the right to waive minor informalities, deficiencies, or technical variances which by their nature are restrictive to a given manufacturer, if in its’ judgement, it would be in the best interest of the State.
The unit shall include the following standard or optional accessories and equipment.
Material Storage Bin:
The unit shall have a minimum working capacity for four (4)-tons of material.
Triple-wall construction with a minimum of 1 ½ # density hi-temperature fiberglass insulation.
The inner hopper walls shall be a minimum 12-ga. steel.
The outer shell construction shall be a minimum 16-ga. steel.
The top loading doors shall be constructed of 16-ga. Minimum thick steel and have gas assist shocks with lockdowns.
The loading doors shall be insulated with closed cell polyurethane foam and be designed with a water lip to allow for water shedding.
Platform access to the material bin shall meet OSHA requirements for step height and handrails.
The hopper shall be equipped with twin electric/hydraulic cylinders or dual arm scissor lift with single cylinder to provide for the tilting or dumping of the hopper.
The trailer frame and hopper shall be equipped with 45º angled steel guides to keep the hopper centered during the raising and lowering operation.
Undercarriage:
Axles shall be tandem, rated for maximum GVW when fully loaded. equipped with Torsion or Spring style leaf spring suspension.
Wheels – Steel or aluminum, automotive modular disc type.
Tires – First run quality, Radial, ±16” Trailer type rated for the GVW of the unit.
Mounted spare tire: First run quality, radial, 16” trailer type rated for the GVW of the unit.
Tongue:
Towing frame/tongue shall have and adjustable pintle eye with 21” to 27" above ground level.
The hitch and tongue shall be long enough to provide swing clearance when hitched to a department dump truck with a tailgate spreader installed.
This length shall also allow for the later addition of options mounted on the tongue.
Screw post jack with a minimum 5,000 lb. or as needed capacity to support the trailer when loaded to capacity.
The handle shall be easily accessible to the operator from the outside of the trailer frame.
Safety chains – Two (2) with a minimum 3/8" Grade 70 chain
Electrical:
Electric brake package meeting GVWR of unit including safety electric breakaway system.
LED 12-volt light package and reflectors, as needed to meet DOT and Illinois Vehicle Code regulations.
Additional lighting to include:
Two (2) 4” amber LED warning lights mounted on the top portion of the machine and protected from the hot asphalt. Two (2) LED work lights mounted near shovel deck. A weatherproof on/off switch near or in the control panel shall be included.
One (1) LED traffic advisor, minimum 34”, Whelen 500 series or equal with controller.
A heavy-duty (seven) 7-prong plug wired to ATA specifications shall be used for the trailer lighting and shall be protected in a corrugated loom or steel conduit.
A trickle charger shall be provided to maintain the battery charge level after being disconnected from the truck.
Heating System:
Diesel fuel burner shall carry a minimum 105,000 BTU rating.
Capable of using multiple grades of diesel fuel without damage.
The heating system shall be constructed with an air jacket design.
The air jacket shall be designed for an even transfer of heat and prevent scorching the material even under prolonged use.
The burner system shall include a forced air burner, electronic spark ignition, and blower equipped with a flame-out automatic shutdown.
The burner shall be mounted on the front of the unit away from the operator and shall be easily accessible and removable for service or replacement.
The system shall use a heat riser method to evenly transfer the heat preventing the asphalt from bridging and staying suspended above the shoveling door.
The unit shall include a regulated 110-volt system to maintain safe material temperature overnight, or for prolonged time periods, without firing the diesel fuel burners.
Fuel tank capacity shall be approximately 16-gallon.
The tank shall be lockable, and clearly labeled “ULTRA LOW SULFUR DIESEL FUEL”.
Controls:
The unit shall include controls for heating cold patch material to a “crawling” state in a NEMA approved, sealed weather resistant enclosure.
The controls for the burner(s) operation shall be controlled at the operator’s station.
The control box for all other functions shall be located Curbside and include the following:
· Automatic temperature controls
· Burner on/off
· Digital electronic temperature gauge
· Thermostat for hot box
· A 7-day, 24-hour digital timer shall be provided to maintain material temperature and recharge the battery.
· Hour Meter(s)
· Emergency “All-Stop” Function
· Controls for additional LED lights
Discharge Door:
There shall be a single shoveling door to be constructed of stainless steel.
The door shall include a lever opening system for easy open/close and shall feature safety latch or other device to hold the doors in the open position and prevent a pinch point for operator.
The discharge opening shall be designed with sloped inner walls enabling the mix to move towards deck for easier shoveling.
Approximately 24” wide shoveling deck.
Toolbox:
Approximately (two) 2 cu.ft., weather resistant, locking and mounted to trailer frame.
Shovel / Tool cleaning compartment:
Shall allow for standard flat bottom scoop shovel or rake. Lid shall prevent sloshing and rainwater contamination.
Tool Holders:
Spring loaded or similar shovel and rake holders shall be mounted on unit to hold tools in position to prevent cleaning solvent from running down grip portion of handle while stowed. Quantity of four (4).
Paint/Finish:
All exterior surfaces normally painted shall be sandblasted or chemically etched, sealed and painted two (2) coats of urethane or powder coated manufacturer’s standard high visibility color.
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