Capital Equipment News January 2023

Battery-powered roller screeds provide arguably the most convenient and manoeuvrable screed option available today, with some even providing cross-platform use by utilising the same rechargeable 60-volt lithium-ion battery that is found in common handheld power tools.

use a spinning motion to move concrete, a method that reduces operator fatigue and allows for improved integration of aggregate throughout the pour compared to vibratory methods that cause the aggregate to settle. These screeds are versatile and can be used for a variety of pours, often up to 22-30 feet wide, depending on the power source. The roller screed’s detachable design also makes for a highly portable option when compared to bulkier and heavier screeds like a laser screed. Some manufacturers even offer linkable pipe sections to increase portability and versatility. General features like a 3-way adjustable and lockable handle for improved ease of operation and a kickstand to keep the drive head and handle out of the concrete allow crews to quickly adapt to various job site needs. Contractors have four different power options to choose from: battery, corded, hydraulic and gas powered. Battery powered screeds Battery-powered roller screeds are easily manoeuvrable and can handle pours that are remarkably wide. These versatile machines can be especially useful for contractors working in basements or factory settings indoors, at farms, or in

Contractors have four different power options to choose from: battery, corded, hydraulic and gas-powered screeds.

A major design shift from rollers, truss screeds level off the concrete with vibration instead of a spinning pipe.

Vibrations from a motor attached to the truss carry throughout the screed as contractors guide it along concrete forms, flattening and settling the concrete to remove trapped air, increase concrete strength and provide a smooth finish.

Due to the vibration some screeds are generally not used on a slope.

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CAPITAL EQUIPMENT NEWS JANUARY 2023