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TURN YOUR LOADER INTO A

POWERFUL
RECLAIMER/STABILIZER

OR

MILLING MACHINE

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Get In and Out Faster Than Ever
Power and Production of Much Larger,
Self-propelled Machines for a
Fraction of the Cost

“In my 25 years in construction, prior to spending
11 years as a professor, the Asphalt Zipper is the
most innovative product I’ve seen come out of the
construction industry in my time.”
Dr. Charles R. Glagola, P.E.

Professor, University of Florida
NOVA Award Juror

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“I have seen the bigger machines work and I was LL NEW DESIGN
skeptical of this smaller machine. Once you see A
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Charlie Tewalt C O M PL
Supervisor
Mt. Vernon, WA

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“The good thing about it is every
time I use it I know I am saving
money. If you’re not Zipping,
you are wasting money.”
Jerry Haynie

Road Manager
Lafayette County, MS

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All the Benefits of Reclamation/Stabilization in a Pow

How It Works Shaping

Deteriorated Full-Depth
asphalt and base Reclamation

Virgin Soil Uniform blend of
pulverized asphalt
and existing base

Asphalt Zipper® machines are ideal for Full-Depth Reclamation and Stabilization projects. Full-Depth Reclamation
is the process of pulverizing asphalt, chip seal or gravel surfaces into a material comparable to spec road base.
Stabilization is simply the process of blending reclaimed material in place with underlying materials or incorporating
additional materials or additives to produce a more stable base.

Pulverizes CRAP (Cracked, Rutted, Alligatored, Potholed asphalt or chip seal) into RAP (Recycled Asphalt Product),
producing a spec-comparable road base.
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erful, Compact, Easily Transported Machine

Compacting “For us FDR means more than
Full-Depth Reclamation, it also
means Finally Done Right.”

Fred Nardini
Commissioner
San Patricio County, TX

New asphalt
or chip seal

Compacted,
stable base

Asphalt Zipper® reclaimers/ “Compared to traditional
stabilizers are the easiest, asphalt road reconstruc-
most cost-effective way tion methods, full-depth
to do Full-Depth Reclamation reclamation has numerous
and Stabilization. engineering, economic and
environmental benefits.”
u Cost and Time Savings of up to 70% Spencer Guthrie, Ph.D.
or more
Professor of Pavement and
u Recycles existing asphalt, chip seal, Materials Engineering
etc., into reusable material Brigham Young University

u Reduces or eliminates the cost “We took the Zipped material
of new material, trucking and fuel to our lab and found it was
a spec-quality product.”
u Solves most base problems Art Reeve, P.E.
instead of just covering them up
County Engineer
u Results in longer-lasting repairs Del Norte County, CA

“A half mile that used to take
us 4 weeks digging out we
can now stabilize with our
Zipper in 2 days, which saves
us a tremendous amount of
time and money.”
Shane Ramsey

Assistant Road & Bridge Director
Pulaski County, AR

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Ultimate Versatility—Use in Asphalt, Chip Seal, etc.

FULL-WIDTH ROADS SHOULDERS

“What would have taken “It used to take 2 guys a full day
6 to 8 weeks to dig out, we did to do what we do in less than
2 hours with the Zipper.”
in 2 weeks with the Zipper.” Mike Stenhouse
Stephen Stangland
Street Superintendent
Public Works Supervisor Renton, WA
Napa County, CA
PARKING LOTS
PATCHES

“We can do more in a day with “We can easily pulverize a 10,000
the Zipper than we could do the old square foot parking lot by mid-
morning and have it graded and
way with a backhoe in a week.”
ready to pave by mid-afternoon.”
Jake Sones
Road Manager Jay Armstrong
Lamar County, MS President, Armstrong Paving

St. Mary’s, Ontario, Canada

Using Additives 1 2
Spread additional material or additive. Uniformly blend with an Asphalt Zipper.®
Mixing in additives
(crushed rock, cement,
fly ash, lime, etc.) with
the Asphalt Zipper® can
provide even greater
stability and strength.

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GRAVEL ROADS SURFACE MILLING

“We can do up to a mile and a half of “With labor, fuel, and asphalt all four
gravel roads per day with our Zipper for bridge decks came in at just under $100,000,

a lot less money, and they last longer.” saving the state $250,000.”
Edgar Laney State Department of Transportation

County Commissioner T-CUTS AND INSETTING TRENCH PLATES
Palo Pinto County, TX

SOIL STABILIZATION

“The Asphalt Zipper is very good for Asphalt Zipper® machines are also ideal for making
stabilization. It’s very efficient and T-cuts and insetting trench plates when necessary.
it’s very easy to train crews on.”
“Our Asphalt Zippers have enabled
Dr. Curtis F. Berthelot, P.Eng. us to cement-stabilize 503 miles
Associate Professor of our roads over the past 12 years,
because we can now do in a day
University of Saskatchewan what used to take 2 weeks.”
Richie Beyer, P.E.
“The incorporation of small amounts
of additives such as cement or fly ash County Engineer, Elmore County, AL
can turn even the worst roadways into Past president, National Association of
stronger, more durable and longer- County Engineers
lasting pavements.”

Greg Halsted, P.E.
Manager, Pavements and Geotechnical Markets
Portland Cement Association

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Absolute Fastest, Most Economical Way to Open Utility

Asphalt Zipper® machines simultaneously cut a straight edge and pulverize asphalt into reusable material that can
be used in the trench as bedding or fill. The “Zipped” trench can be driven over immediately.

Superior Straight Edge for u Open 300 feet of trench
Better Bonding Surface in 20 minutes

University research has proven that a scarified, u Cut a straight edge and
interlocking “Zipped” edge improves joint bond pulverize asphalt into reusable
strength 25 percent over a saw-cut edge.* material in one step

*W. Spencer Guthrie, PhD, Dennis L. Egget, PhD, Keith H. Woffinden, u Do in minutes what used to
EIT, “Effect of Scarification on Asphalt Patch Joint Strength,” take hours or days
Transportation Research Board Annual Meeting, 2005.
u Make T-Cuts for asphalt repairs
Smooth edge Interlocking or insetting trench plates
from saw edge from
Asphalt Zipper® “The Zipper makes a very clean edge,
which enables a cold lap joint with no
New asphalt Old asphalt New asphalt problem whatsoever.”
sinks under Base bonds better J. J. DeCorby

pressure. to old. Superintendent, Surerus Pipeline, Inc.
British Columbia

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Trench

Comparison—300 Foot Trench

Traditional Method vs. Method

• Saw-cutting $ ®
• Chunking
• Loading SAVINGS PAY
• Hauling FOR MACHINE
• Disposal opening as little
• Backfill as 2400 linear
feet per year
8+ hours
$ • Just Zip-it®

20 minutes

Opening a 300 foot trench that would take 8 hours or longer by saw-cutting, chunking, loading, hauling, dis-
posal and backfill, can be “Zipped” in as little as 20 minutes . . . with cost savings that are just as impressive.

7:00 7:05 7:20 “Our guys can’t even finish
their coffee before it’s time
Start Start 300 feet of to start digging.”
Zipping digging trench Zipped Danny Dambach

Vista Irrigation District
Vista, CA

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All-New

Completely re-engineered, with new fe

u NEW Integrated ZipTec™ Enhanced Pulverizing
System, now with full depth range, contained milling sleds
and an adjustable rear baffle (see page 16)

u NEW Hydraulically activated auto-adjusting clutch,
remote start and loader operator’s safety stop

u N( EiWmoVdaeslst)lyfoirmanpreoavsieedr, bucket clamping system
more secure connection to an
even wider range of loader buckets

u NEW Hardox®-reinforced steel frames with
greater internal abrasion resistance (longer life)

u NEW Hydraulic safety-chain
system ( i models and all models
with Accu-Trak™ Wheel Assist)

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u NEW Automatic hydraulic
belt tensioning that is
dynamically self-adjusting
and releases tension when
not in use, for greater
longevity

u Improved Accu-Trak™
Wheel Assist System (optional,
see page 17) for even more precise
maneuvering, now with on-the-fly,
remote-controlled, independent
wheel depth adjustment for even
greater control

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Models

atures and improvements throughout

u NEW Quick-Load™ guiding system
on all custom trailers

u Up to 5× improved planetary cooling,

with innovative liquid cooling jacket
u Improved Z-Pro™ cutter heads now standard

for 360 , 480 , 480 i, 720 i and 960 i models
u Industry-leading visibility for

host vehicle operator
u tNoEpWhaHtycdhr(auilmicoadlleylss)ewciuthrebduilt-in
shock absorption
u NEW Push cooling
for lower under-hood
temperatures
u NEW Upgraded
control panel
(on machine), with
locking cover
u NEW Milling sled
for easier leveling,
with contained
grinding chamber
(see page 16)
u Upgraded control box
for cabin of host vehicle,
with improved display
u NEW Upgraded remote control
with expanded functionality

u NEW Heavier-duty planetary / gear box
(420 and 300 )

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Reclaimers/Stabilizers/Milling Machines

Power, Production and LL NEW DESIGN
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720 Shown with optional
Accu-Trak™ Wheel Assist System
6 foot / 1.8 meter
Six Sigma Certified
Fits mid to large loaders. Precision Engineering

Engine Type Cummins Tier 4 Final Asphalt Zipper’s Six Sigma Black Belt
Certified engineers employ state-of-the-
Engine Sizes 200 hp • 260 hp art methodologies in every aspect of the
design and manufacturing process. Asphalt
Weight 12,800 lb 5806 kg Zipper® engineers have set new benchmarks
Cutting Width 12,875 lb 5840 kg in safety, quality, power, performance and
unsurpassed reliability.
72" 1829 mm

Maximum Depth 12" 305 mm

Features Dual-Frame ZipTec™ Enhanced
Pulverizing System (see page 16).

Other cutting widths available.

960 i 96" cutting width model also available.

Accu-Trak™ Wheel Assist compatible (see page 17).

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480

4 foot / 1.2 meter

Fits mid to large loaders.

Engine Type Cummins Tier 4 Final

Engine Sizes 200 hp • 260 hp

Weight 11,500 lb 5216 kg
11,550 lb 5239 kg

Cutting Width 48" 1219 mm

Maximum Depth 12" 305 mm
Other cutting widths available.

Features Dual-Frame ZipTec™ Enhanced
Pulverizing System (see page 16).

Accu-Trak™ Wheel Assist compatible
(see page 17).

420 Backhoe-Mount

3½ foot / 1.1 meter 420X-110B (Tier 3) model shown

Fits most backhoes. are the most powerful for each model. Specs shown in RED.
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Engine Type Cummins Tier 4 Final

Engine Size 120 hp

Weight 5800 lb 2631 kg

Cutting Width 42" 1067 mm

Maximum Depth 10" 254 mm

Other cutting widths available.

Features ZipTec™ Enhanced Pulverizing
System (see page 16).

Accu-Trak™ Wheel Assist compatible
(see page 17).

Standard warranty for all machines

Utility Trenchers

360 model shown

3 foot / 0.9 meter

Fits small to midsize loaders.

Engine Type Cummins Tier 4 Final

Engine Size 173 hp

Weight 7400 lb 3357 kg

Cutting Width 36" 914 mm

Maximum Depth 12" 305 mm
Other cutting widths available.

480 48" cutting width model also available.

Features ZipTec™ Enhanced Pulverizing System
(see page 16).

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Fits most backhoes.

Engine Type Cummins Tier 4 Final

Engine Size 120 hp

Weight 5500 lb 2495 kg

Cutting Width 30" 762 mm

Maximum Depth 10" 254 mm
Other cutting widths available.

Features ZipTec™ Enhanced Pulverizing System
(see page 16).

300X-110B (Tier 3) model shown

are the most powerful for each model. Specs shown in RED. Standard warranty for all machines
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Cutter Heads

Cutter Head Options

™ 420 /300

Outstanding all-around reclamation/stabilization head Excellent for a wide variety of reclamation/
with increased production and durability, particularly in stabilization projects. Specifically engineered
thicker pavements. for the 420 and 300 models.

Available 18" 24" 30" 36" 42" 48" 72" 96"
Widths 457 mm 609 mm 762 mm 914 mm 1067 mm 1219 mm 1829 mm 2438 mm

Custom sizes also available. Not all cutter head models and widths available for all machines.

All cutter heads are computer designed and field proven for uniform pulverization and blending.

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ZipTec™ Enhanced Pulverizing Systems

Asphalt Zipper’s patented ZipTec™ Enhanced Pulverizing Systems improve the already unmatched pulver­
izing capability of Asphalt Zipper® machines, especially in thin, cracked or alligatored asphalt and chip seal.

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ZipTec™ (300 , 360 , 420 , 480 ) Dual-Frame ZipTec™ (480 i, 720 i, 960 i)
▶ Adjustable baffle for controlling material size
▶ Milling sled with contained grinding chamber for ▶ Integrated internal and external frame assembly
▶ Hydraulically controlled telescoping baffle for
uniform pulverization and blending
maximum control of material size
▶ Front guard plate for significant reduction of
▶ Extended milling sled with fully contained
pavement lift-up
grinding chamber for best achievable
“The material coming out of pulverization and blending
our Asphalt Zipper is second to
none. We also love being able ▶ Front guard plate for significant reduction
to easily control material size
with the adjustable baffle.” of pavement lift-up

Patrick Zellner ▶ Pivoting front gate that allows surface additives
Street Maintenance Manager, Renton, WA
through while maintaining maximum material
containment

▶ External frame that provides independent depth

control for greater accuracy in milling applications

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Accu-Trak™ Wheel Assist System

Patented Wheel Assist
for Greater Precision and Smaller Host Vehicles

(Optional)

Asphalt Zipper’s optional Accu-Trak™ Wheel Assist enables larger, more powerful Asphalt Zipper® machines to be
operated on smaller host vehicles by offsetting a portion of the machine’s weight to a front wheel system, much like
a wheelbarrow. Most models include remote-controlled power steering. (Requires upgraded trailer.)

▶ Precise, remote-controlled power steering
▶ Independent depth adjustment

for even greater ease and control

▶ Active hydraulic safety-chain system

for a secure connection

▶ Enables operation on smaller

host vehicles

720Xi-260E shown
with optional Wheel Assist Mount

300 gallon water supply tank

“We love our wheel assist. It’s easier and more efficient
in every way, especially with our small loader. With the
remote-controlled power steering, we’re able to
do jobs with almost surgical precision.”

John “JD” Donnelly
Public Works Director, Seguin, TX

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Widest Range of Mounting Options

Quick Coupler

Mounts Asphalt Zipper® to your
loader’s Quick Coupler system.
(Requires upgraded trailer.)

Hydraulic clamp Versa-Mount™
secures Asphalt Zipper® Universal Coupler
to bucket.
Quick Coupler is Mounts Asphalt Zipper® to
easily removed from the widest range of loaders
Versa-Mount.™ and backhoes, with patented
Versa-Mount™ universal
18 bucket mounting system.

Versa-Mount™ Quick Coupler

Mounts Asphalt Zipper® to either the Quick Coupler or,
when removed, to the Versa-Mount™ system, providing
the flexibility of using either mounting system.
(Requires upgraded trailer.)

Side Shift and Tilt (Optional)

Up to 36" side shift Up to 9° tilt Up to 9° tilt

Helpful for working close to curbs and along shoulders, the Side Shift and Tilt attachment can be easily added to
either Quick Coupler option. Provides up to 36" of side shift and up to 9° of tilt. Includes Quick Coupler hooks (not
shown). (Requires upgraded trailer.)

“The Versa-Mount makes it Hydraulic top clamp inside
easy to share among all four bucket secures Asphalt Zipper.®
of our precincts, each of which has
a different model of loader.” New hydraulic top-clamping Versa-Mount™
system (on i models)
Bill Davis
Road Foreman, Wichita County, TX

“We can use it on any loader we have
in any section. We have six sections
in the county and one Asphalt Zipper.
It’s a do-all piece of equipment.”

Paul Wynek
Supervisor of County Roads, Burlington County, NJ

Superior Visibility

The low-profile design of
Asphalt Zipper™ machines
provides superior visibility
with all mounting options.

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Controls & Monitoring Easy to Operate and Main

Proven controls and monitoring systems are Easy to Load/Unload
strategically located throughout to provide
unsurpassed safety, ease and convenience.
Machine Control Panel

Allows safe and easy control of all machine The Asphalt Zipper® is easy to load and unload from its
functions and emergency stop (E-Stop). custom trailer. Mounts securely to the widest variety of
Wireless Remote Control loaders or backhoes in just minutes.

Easy to Transport (on optional custom trailer)

Enables convenient control of engine speed,
depth adjustment and machine stop, plus
other features, depending on options.
Host Vehicle Control Box

Provides loader operator with a comprehen- Asphalt Zipper®custom trailers are the easiest way to transport
sive engine monitoring computer, tachometer from site to site behind most work trucks. Plus, with an on-
and hard-wired emergency stop (E-Stop). board custom tool box you’ll always have everything you need
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▶ Custom inset for a lower center of gravity
▶ Convenient working deck for routine maintenance
▶ Transport behind most work trucks

tain Water Systems

Easy to Maintain Spray System

AZ-500B

Top-opening hatch simplifies bit inspection and The Asphalt Zipper® Spray System distributes
replacement. water evenly throughout the cutting chamber,
reducing dust, extending bit life and improving
“It’s great. The guys love it. compaction.
It’s real simple, easy to transport
and easy to use.” Water Supply Systems (Optional)
Marty DiAlexander
Hitch Mount Boom Mount
Street Supervisor 150 or 300 Gallon 150 Gallon
Ft. Lauderdale, FL (backhoes)
(loaders)
“The benefits of being AZ
able to pull behind a AZ B203
truck are tremendous.” B203
Jim Ramming 500
500
Owner, Ramming Paving
Austin, TX Swivel Mount 150 Gallon
(not available for all models)

Wheel Assist Mount 150 or 300 Gallon
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Unsurpassed Service and Support

“We’ve been really impressed with the service and personal help. John Leigh
I’d like to thank Asphalt Zipper for what I believe is a disappearing Chief Mechanic, Kleenco
Chattanooga, TN
business tradition of keeping customers feeling like family.”

Asphalt Zipper’s network of highly skilled field representatives have been with the company for an average of 16+
years, with unparalleled experience in every aspect of asphalt grinding, Full-Depth Reclamation and Stabilization.
They know the equipment and the processes inside and out and have already helped thousands just like you.
Asphalt Zipper® service is also unique in that you have direct and immediate access to factory technical experts
and engineers backed with a nationwide network of service partners.

Service Partner Locations

“It’s a great
company. It’s a
great machine.
These are the guys
to work with.”
Tad Blanton

City of Medford, OR

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Top 10 Reasons Contractors Love Asphalt Zipper®

 Safety
Proven operation protocols, intuitive controls and monitoring systems
throughout provide unsurpassed safety, ease and convenience for both the
host vehicle operator and ground workers.

 Process Expertise and Training
You receive training from, and have ongoing access to, highly skilled
field representatives with unparalleled experience in all aspects of
portable reclamation.

 Durability
Precision-engineered, Six Sigma Black Belt Certified machines
ensure unsurpassed reliability.

 Quality of Material Produced
Produces the finest, most uniform material achievable.

 Mounting Versatility
Connects to the widest range of loaders and backhoes with the
widest range of mounting options.

 Ease of Transport
Easy to pull behind most work trucks. No low boy or flatbed required.

 Up Time
Direct and immediate access to factory technical experts and engineers
gets the quickest answers to keep you up and running.

 Visibility
Low-profile designs provide superior visibility with all mounting options.

 Local Service Options
Service partner locations nationwide provide more options for getting
your machine serviced wherever your projects take you.

 Thousands of Happy Customers
All of the above factors combined make Asphalt Zipper®machines
the best value in portable reclamation.

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What Others Are Saying about Asphalt Zipper®

Asphalt Zipper® Wins Prestigious
International Construction Award

“The NOVA Award is the pinnacle.
It’s recognized as the top award
in construction worldwide.”

Dr. Robert I. Carr, P.E.
Professor of Engineering
University of Michigan

“The Zipper has probably made “The Asphalt Zipper is the greatest thing
more money for the cost than any we’ve ever come up with. It’s faster,
other purchase in the almost 20 cleaner and environmentally friendly.”
years I’ve been in this business.” Chris Drodge

Tim Smith Arizona Pipeline
Dallas 1 Construction Corona, CA
Temple Terrace, FL
“Until you see one at work, you won’t
“It’s something I’m glad believe what this machine will do. It will
most of my competitors grind a road as good as any big machine
don’t have.” I have seen, and cost-wise you can’t
beat it. This is one of the best pieces
Don Chapin of equipment we have bought.”
Don Chapin Co. Rodney Colvin
Salinas, CA
Road Foreman
Lincoln Parish, LA

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