Specifications include, but are not limited to: The bidder shall use a computer controlled asphalt distributor, described in the following specifications: The asphalt distributor shall contain suitable mechanical circulating and heating mechanisms to provide a uniform approved temperature of the entire mass of material. The distributor shall be equipped with a radar type sensor used to measure ground speed, and feed a Digital Volumetric Accumulator capable of measuring liters applied and distance traveled. It shall be capable of applying asphalt material in accurately measured quantities at any rate between 0.5 to 9.1 liters per square meter, (0.1 to 2.0 gallons per square yard), of roadway surface, at any length of spray bar up to 4.9 meters, (16 feet). The distributor shall be capable of maintaining a uniform rate of distribution of asphalt pump discharge rate and on/off switching of spray for nozzles in 0.3 meter, (one foot), increments which shall be located in the truck cab. The spray nozzles and pressure system shall provide a sufficient and uniform fan-shaped spray of asphalt material throughout the entire length of the spray bar at all times while operating. The spray shall completely cover the roadway surface receiving the treatment.
