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HAMBURG (DRY & WET) WHEEL TRACKER

ROBUST, REPEATABLE, RELIABLE

The    Hamburg    (Dry    &    Wet)    Wheel    Tracker    WTIM-A    evaluates    asphalt mixtures’   resistance   to   rutting   and   moisture   damage   under   both   wet and   dry   conditions.   Fully   compliant   with   AASHTO-T324   and   EN   12697-22, it   combines   precision,   energy   efficiency,   and   versatility—ideal   for   both quality control and advanced pavement research applications. The   WTIM-A   offers   automatic   rut   depth   recording   at   230   points   for   detailed surface   analysis   and   unmatched   accuracy,   verified   by   NCHRP   research.   Its scotch   yoke   drive   ensures   smooth   motion   with   an   RMSE   of   0.039mm,   while wheel    load    and    speed    can    be    finely    adjusted.    Equipped    with    triple temperature      probes,      flexible      test      profiles,      and      automated      water management,   it   enables   precise   and   repeatable   wet   or   dry   testing   on   one   or two    specimens.    The    machine’s    universal    mould    system    accommodates multiple     sizes     without     extra     parts,     and     safety     is     enhanced     through integrated   emergency   stops.   Suitable   for   Superpave   testing,   balanced   mix design,   and   studies   on   rutting,   moisture   damage,   and   recycled   materials,   the WTIM-A is a reliable, future-ready testing solution.
Wheel travel (mm) 230mm Wheel speed (variable) (RPM) 10 to 36 RPM Wheel load (N) 700/703N Temperature range water (°C) ambient to +70°C Temperature range air (°C) ambient to +65°C Rut depth measurement (mm) LVDT 50mm range, positioned in line with the wheel to ensure accurate measurement of the rut. Max rut depth (mm) 25mm Waveform RMSE 0.039 RMSE

MAIN FEATURES

The   Hamburg   (Dry   &   Wet)   Wheel   Tracker   WTIM-A   is   a   precision   dual-arm   system   designed   to   assess   asphalt   mixtures   for   rutting resistance    and    moisture    susceptibility    under    both    wet    and    dry    conditions.    Fully    compliant    with    AASHTO-T324    and    EN    12697-22 standards, it is future-proof, energy efficient, and ideal for both quality control and advanced research applications. The   system   provides   automatic,   continuous   rut   depth   measurement   at   230   points   across   each   sample,   allowing   detailed   surface   analysis   and roughness    evaluation.    Its    advanced    scotch    yoke    mechanism    ensures    perfect    sinusoidal    wheel    motion    with    an    industry-leading    RMSE    of 0.039mm,   independently   verified   in   NCHRP   testing.   Flexible   test   profiles   allow   automatic   testing   of   one   or   two   specimens,   adapting   easily   to varied laboratory needs. Wheel   load   can   be   adjusted   from   520N   to   1600N   in   1N   increments,   with   wheel   speed   variable   from   10   to   36   cycles   per   minute.   Three temperature   probes   ensure   uniform   chamber   conditions,   maintaining   a   control   accuracy   of   +/-0.1°C.   Automated   water   filling   and   levelling systems comply with EN and AASHTO requirements, while a redesigned dry hood allows effortless switching between wet and dry tests. A   universal   mould   clamping   system   accommodates   multiple   sample   sizes—305x305mm,   260x320mm,   305x400mm   slabs,   and   cores   up   to 200mm   diameter—without   additional   parts.   Operator   comfort   and   safety   are   enhanced   through   independently   lifting   arms,   three   integrated emergency stops, and quick-release panels for easy maintenance. Combining   precision   engineering,   flexibility,   and   safety,   the   WTIM-A   delivers   unmatched   performance   for   Superpave   testing,   balanced   mix design, rutting resistance, and environmental research, setting a new standard in asphalt performance evaluation. MAIN APPLICATIONS • Superpave Testing • Balanced Mix Design • Quality Control RESEARCH APPLICATIONS • Resistance to rutting • Moisture susceptibility • Recycled material studies • Environmental studies • Resistance to abrasion • Scuffing • Pothole evaluation • Road markings evaluation SOFTWARE PACKAGE • Both preconfigured and fully flexible test profile configurations • Multiple test routines, which include AASHTO, EN, BS, AGPT, TxDOT, and CalTrans • Multi-language capability in the test software and reports. Reports can be configured to a specific language and specific test method • Automatic final rut profile screenshots at the end of the test • The reporting tool can be installed on any networked or remote PC
STANDARDS
EN 12697-22:2020 AASHTO T324:2019

KEY FEATURES

TRUE SINUSOIDAL MOTION Our   Scotch   yoke   mechanism   produces   perfect   sinusoidal   motion   throughout   the   stroke   in   full   compliance   with   major   international   standards. This results in consistent, repeatable, and reproducible test results. RESEARCH GRADE Our   data   acquisition   system   precisely   records   rut   depth   in   230   points   across   the   sample.   The   load   can   be   set   from   520N   up   to   1600N   in   1N increments. Variable test parameters and flexible analysis tools are included to suit any research project and future changes in the standards. CONTRACTOR GRADE Our   machine   is   a   smart   solution   for   quality   control.   The   focus   during   design   was   to   optimise   workflow   and   testing   time.   With   our   automatic   test scheduling tool and preconfigured standard test routines, the operator will save time planning and executing tests. ENERGY EFFICIENT An eco-friendly smart heating system and highly accurate temperature control with three temperature probes help reduce power usage. USER FRIENDLY New    and    easy-to-use    guard    and    extra    emergency    stop    buttons    with    easy    access    from    any    side    protect    the    users    to    the    highest    level. Electromechanical automatic arms reduce heavy lifting demands from the operator.
AGPT-T231 TEX-242-F 2021
BS 598-110 CT 389 2020
MACHINE SPECIFICATION
Slabs (mm) (W x H) 305 x 305mm, 260 x 320mm and 305 x 400mm Cores (mm) 200mm diameter Double cores (mm) 150mm diameter Height (mm) Up to 100mm
ACCEPTED SAMPLE SIZE
Temperature control ºC Temperature probe resolution (ºC) 0.01ºC Temperature probe accuracy (ºC) ±0.2ºC Uncertainty (ºC) 0.11ºC
SENSORS
Water bath temperature control accuracy (°C) +/-0.5°C Mains water supply with isolation valve No more than 1 bar required Means to drain the water from the machine 5m hose supplied
WATER
Accuracy throughout the sample under test in air +/-1.0°C
AIR
LVDT range (mm) 50mm LVDT resolution (mm) 0.002mm LVDT accuracy (mm) ±0.15mm Max rut depth (mm) 25mm
RUT MEASUREMENT
Air heaters (Watts) 750 Watts Water heaters (Watts) 3000 Watts
HEATERS (MAXIMUM WATTS)
Safety lock Fully integrated safety circuit Emergency stop 3x High-frequency proximity sensor for speed control (mm) 4mm operating distance Folding Guard Doors Optional
SAFETY
Net Weight (Kg) 640Kg Dimensions (mm) (WxDxH) 1500 x 1400 x 1520mm
WEIGHT & DIMENSIONS
Electrical requirements 230V Single Phase, 50/60Hz 230V Three Phase, 50/60Hz 415V Three Phase, 50/60Hz
ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATION
HS Code 90311000 Shipping Dimensions (cm) (WxDxH) 170 x 160 x 163cm Shipping Weight (Kg) 950Kg
SHIPPING INFORMATION

SPECIFICATIONS

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HAMBURG (DRY & WET) WHEEL TRACKER

ROBUST, REPEATABLE, RELIABLE

The    Hamburg    (Dry    &    Wet)    Wheel    Tracker    WTIM-A    evaluates asphalt    mixtures’    resistance    to    rutting    and    moisture    damage under   both   wet   and   dry   conditions.   Fully   compliant   with   AASHTO- T324   and   EN   12697-22,   it   combines   precision,   energy   efficiency, and    versatility—ideal    for    both    quality    control    and    advanced pavement research applications. The   WTIM-A   offers   automatic   rut   depth   recording   at   230   points   for detailed   surface   analysis   and   unmatched   accuracy,   verified   by   NCHRP research.   Its   scotch   yoke   drive   ensures   smooth   motion   with   an   RMSE of    0.039mm,    while    wheel    load    and    speed    can    be    finely    adjusted. Equipped   with   triple   temperature   probes,   flexible   test   profiles,   and automated   water   management,   it   enables   precise   and   repeatable   wet or    dry    testing    on    one    or    two    specimens.    The    machine’s    universal mould   system   accommodates   multiple   sizes   without   extra   parts,   and safety   is   enhanced   through   integrated   emergency   stops.   Suitable   for Superpave    testing,    balanced    mix    design,    and    studies    on    rutting, moisture   damage,   and   recycled   materials,   the   WTIM-A   is   a   reliable, future-ready testing solution.

MAIN FEATURES

The   Hamburg   (Dry   &   Wet)   Wheel   Tracker   WTIM-A   is   a   precision dual-arm   system   designed   to   assess   asphalt   mixtures   for   rutting resistance   and   moisture   susceptibility   under   both   wet   and   dry conditions.   Fully   compliant   with   AASHTO-T324   and   EN   12697-22 standards,   it   is   future-proof,   energy   efficient,   and   ideal   for   both quality control and advanced research applications. The   system   provides   automatic,   continuous   rut   depth   measurement at   230   points   across   each   sample,   allowing   detailed   surface   analysis and    roughness    evaluation.    Its    advanced    scotch    yoke    mechanism ensures    perfect    sinusoidal    wheel    motion    with    an    industry-leading RMSE   of   0.039mm,   independently   verified   in   NCHRP   testing.   Flexible test    profiles    allow    automatic    testing    of    one    or    two    specimens, adapting easily to varied laboratory needs. Wheel   load   can   be   adjusted   from   520N   to   1600N   in   1N   increments, with   wheel   speed   variable   from   10   to   36   cycles   per   minute.   Three temperature   probes   ensure   uniform   chamber   conditions,   maintaining a   control   accuracy   of   +/-0.1°C.   Automated   water   filling   and   levelling systems     comply     with     EN     and     AASHTO     requirements,     while     a redesigned   dry   hood   allows   effortless   switching   between   wet   and   dry tests. A   universal   mould   clamping   system   accommodates   multiple   sample sizes—305x305mm,   260x320mm,   305x400mm   slabs,   and   cores   up   to 200mm    diameter—without    additional    parts.    Operator    comfort    and safety     are     enhanced     through     independently     lifting     arms,     three integrated     emergency     stops,     and     quick-release     panels     for     easy maintenance. Combining   precision   engineering,   flexibility,   and   safety,   the   WTIM-A delivers   unmatched   performance   for   Superpave   testing,   balanced   mix design,   rutting   resistance,   and   environmental   research,   setting   a   new standard in asphalt performance evaluation. MAIN APPLICATIONS • Superpave Testing • Balanced Mix Design • Quality Control RESEARCH APPLICATIONS • Resistance to rutting • Moisture susceptibility • Recycled material studies • Environmental studies • Resistance to abrasion • Scuffing • Pothole evaluation • Road markings evaluation SOFTWARE PACKAGE • Both preconfigured and fully flexible test profile configurations • Multiple    test    routines,    which    include    AASHTO,    EN,    BS,    AGPT, TxDOT, and CalTrans • Multi-language    capability    in    the    test    software    and    reports. Reports   can   be   configured   to   a   specific   language   and   specific test method • Automatic final rut profile screenshots at the end of the test • The   reporting   tool   can   be   installed   on   any   networked   or   remote PC

KEY FEATURES

TRUE SINUSOIDAL MOTION Our    Scotch    yoke    mechanism    produces    perfect    sinusoidal    motion throughout    the    stroke    in    full    compliance    with    major    international standards.   This   results   in   consistent,   repeatable,   and   reproducible   test results. RESEARCH GRADE Our   data   acquisition   system   precisely   records   rut   depth   in   230   points across   the   sample.   The   load   can   be   set   from   520N   up   to   1600N   in   1N increments.   Variable   test   parameters   and   flexible   analysis   tools   are included    to    suit    any    research    project    and    future    changes    in    the standards. CONTRACTOR GRADE Our   machine   is   a   smart   solution   for   quality   control.   The   focus   during design   was   to   optimise   workflow   and   testing   time.   With   our   automatic test    scheduling    tool    and    preconfigured    standard    test    routines,    the operator will save time planning and executing tests. ENERGY EFFICIENT An   eco-friendly   smart   heating   system   and   highly   accurate   temperature control with three temperature probes help reduce power usage. USER FRIENDLY New   and   easy-to-use   guard   and   extra   emergency   stop   buttons   with easy    access    from    any    side    protect    the    users    to    the    highest    level. Electromechanical   automatic   arms   reduce   heavy   lifting   demands   from the operator.
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