Skidabrader Technology
Wet-weather accidents have been dramatically reduced or, in some cases, eliminated by modifying asphalt and concrete pavement surfaces with the Skidabrader™, which uses our unique high-velocity, bidirectional abrading and retexturizing technology. This system was designed to enhance safety and beautify structurally sound highways, runways, bridges, and other large, high-traffic surfaces.
Skidabrader Unique Process
Skidabrading uses a high-speed wheel to propel steel shot in a controlled pattern
toward a substrate. The steel shot’s high-speed impact abrades and removes
contaminants while etching the surface. The steel shot rebounds into an air wash
separator, where it is cleaned and returned to the blast wheel for reuse. The
contaminants are collected within a containment system for later disposal.
Skidabrader™ Wheel Design
Our Skidabrader wheel design enables infinite control and feathering of the blast
pattern. These unique controls allow adjustments to velocity and abrasive flow to
achieve variable surface outcomes.
Sensor Measured Texture Depth
Macrotexture is relatively stable and can be measured by traveling at normal speeds using laser profile meters. This is recorded as SMTD [Sensor Measured Texture Depth].
Macro And Micro Texturing
The abrasion process targets and alters the desired pavement’s macrotexture. Macrotexture is the primary pavement characteristic associated with the Microtexture. It is effectively the average depth of the gaps or voids between the coarse aggregate particles on the surface.
Skidabrader™ Technologies saves time and money by extending the life of surfaces.
We are here to answer any questions you may have about our services and how we can help make your highway, runway, or motorsport track safer.
