ARC 1000® — Retexturing & Road-Line Removal Truck
The ARC 1000® by SMETS Technology GmbH (Germany) is a high-performance, multi-functional surface treatment vehicle designed for airports and road infrastructure. It is engineered to:
- Remove rubber and carbon black deposits on runways.
- Remove road markings (paint, thermoplastic, coatings).
- Perform retexturing/roughening to restore pavement skid resistance.
Powered by ultra-high-pressure water jets combined with an integrated suction system, the ARC 1000® delivers fast, precise, and eco-friendly cleaning results without damaging the underlying surface.
Key Technical Highlights
- Working width: Standard 1,000 mm (optional 1,500 mm).
- Ultra-high-pressure pump: Up to 2,500–3,000 bar.
- Flow capacity (Q max): ~29 l/min (depending on pump configuration).
- Operating speed: 3 – 80 m/min (0.18 – 4.8 km/h), steplessly adjustable.
- Nozzle rotation speed: 0 – 2,500 rpm, independently adjustable per cleaning head.
- Tank capacity: Standard 13 m³ (optional up to 17 m³).
- Suction capacity: ~16,800 m³/h, ensuring effective debris and water recovery.
Cleaning Performance
Rubber removal:
- Thin deposits (≤2 mm): ~2,800 m²/h
- Medium deposits (≤4 mm): ~1,200 m²/h
- Thick deposits (>5 mm): ~900 m²/h
Linear paint removal: ~2,800 – 4,400 linear m/h (for ~0.8 mm thickness).
Thermoplastic removal: ~2,400 – 4,000 linear m/h (depending on thickness and type).
Key Features & Benefits
- Specialized line removal: Ultra-high-pressure rotating heads ensure quick and clean removal of thermoplastic and paint markings, ideal before re-striping.
- Surface retexturing: Adjustable cleaning heads restore pavement skid resistance with less structural risk than shot-blasting.
- Integrated suction recovery: All wastewater and debris are vacuumed directly into stainless-steel tanks, minimizing post-cleanup work and environmental impact.
- Pavement-friendly design: Optimized nozzle configuration and wheel spacing ensure minimal stress, proven safe for joints and markings.
- Smart operation: In-cabin touchscreen with camera monitoring, stepless control of pressure, nozzle speed, suction, and vehicle speed.
- Safety features: Automatic shutdown when brake/clutch is applied, tank level sensors, and dry-run protection for pumps.
- Easy maintenance: Tiltable tank and covers allow quick access to pump, blower, cooler, and extractor.
Typical Applications
- Airports: Runway rubber removal, retexturing touchdown zones, line removal before repainting.
- Highways & roads: Removal of old paint/thermoplastic markings, localized retexturing to improve friction.
- Infrastructure contractors: Long-term maintenance contracts with airports and municipalities.
Conclusion
The ARC 1000® strikes the perfect balance between precision, productivity, and pavement protection. Its advanced cleaning technology reduces closure times, improves safety, and minimizes environmental impact compared to conventional mechanical or chemical methods.
Contact for Demo & Quotation
PAN TRADING JSC – Official Distributor of SMETS Technology in Vietnam
📍 142 B2 Street, Sala Urban Area, An Khánh Ward, HCMC
📞 (+84) 28 3840 2222 · ✉ contact@pantrading.vn
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