CONTINUOUS PROCESS

ACT 140 CONTIQUICK

ASPHALT MIXING PLANT
TRANSPORT OPTIMIZED
BRINGING REAL VALUE
AND OPPORTUNITY
TO SMALLER MARKETS
BUILT ON INPUT FROM CUSTOMERS LIKE YOU

Ammann set out to determine the needs of asphalt

producers in rural regions where earning a profit is ACT CONTIQUICK BENEFITS
difficult – places where tonnages can fluctuate from
• Compact continuous plant without compromises in
one day to the next, yet varied recipes are frequently
quality or optional offerings
required, too.
• Highly transportable, highly productive
• Ideal for special projects because of
The producers said they fell into a pattern of using old
relocation efficiencies
plants or purchasing new plants with little technology.
Even then they sometimes couldn’t provide what their • Minimal waste, even on smaller production runs
customers needed, particularly in terms of varied mixes and • Easy recipe changes
the use of recycled asphalt and additives. What would these • Fast setup with minimal site preperation costs
manufacturers change if they could? Their wishes became • Latest technologies to utilise recycling and
the new ACT ContiQuick Continuous Mixing Plant. produce hot, warm and cold mix
• Flexibility to produce mix with additives
“ZERO WASTE” SYSTEM • Utilises industry-leading as1 Control System,
Ammann refuses to accept that the first and last few tonnes including options such as Eco-view and LoadOut
of every shift are waste. The Ammann team of experts • Long life and durable parts and components
developed a patented solution that ensures all mix has the • Low profile height to withstand 500-year winds
proper percentage of large and fine aggregates from the • Affordably priced
very start to the very end. Now Ammann customers prevent
tonnes of mix from ending up in the scrap pile every day.

STANDING FIRM
The ACT ContiQuick features a low-profile height that
enables transport and also makes it ready to withstand
just about any weather conditions. The plant is designed
to sustain the highest levels of cyclonic winds and the
1 / 500 year wind event.

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Ideal for rural
markets and projects
requiring 25 000
tonnes to 100 000
tonnes per year.”

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TRANSPORTABLE,
SUSTAINABLE
AND FLEXIBLE
HOW CAN AMMANN HELP REDUCE YOUR COSTS AND INCREASE
YOUR PRODUCTIVITY?

Easy plant relocations are a start. The savings can be substantial during the relocation process,
including quicker setup and fewer site preparation needs. Sustainability efforts are achieved
through reduced fuel usage and less waste, which has a positive impact on your bottom line.
The flexibility factor maximises your plant investment by expanding capabilities that enable you
to take on projects that wouldn’t be possible with a lesser plant.

TRANSPORTABLE SUSTAINABLE
• “Plug-and-play” components and electronics • Minimises energy usage
• Skid mounted • Counter-flow drying drum
• Transported on standard trucks without permits or pilots • Highly efficient Ammann burner
• No need for special concrete foundations • Intelligent control technology creates
• Minimal set-up days multiple efficiencies
• Integrated “difference weighing” system of hot asphalt silos • Able to add recycled material
provides accuracy and avoidance of weigh bridges • Newest generation of the bitumen tanks
reduces heat loss, conserves energy
• Isolated, heated and frequency converter
FLEXIBLE
option for energy savings on drag slat conveyor
• Can produce hot mix, warm mix foam bitumen and cold mix
and other major drives
• Fibre and oxide additives can be utilised
• Able to add recycled asphalt (RA) and filler
• Asphalt storage with up to 3 silos available

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AMMANN
CORE ELEMENTS
EVERYTHING FROM ONE SOURCE

Ammann premium asphalt mixing plants utilise complex process engineering that requires perfect
interaction between all individual components. So essential is this integration that Ammann develops and
manufactures all core components, including drums, burners, filters, controls and mixers.
Doing so is the only way to guarantee the plants will meet the demanding requirements and standards
of the modern marketplace. Ammann is currently the only manufacturer of asphalt mixing plants to offer
this single-source approach, establishing us as a professional partner to handle every aspect of your
asphalt mixing plant. We provide answers when you need them and keep an open mind in order to fully
understand your needs.

BURNER DRYER
Ammann burners feature proven technology and are highly Ammann dryers have a very high combustion efficiency
reliable and productive. Robust, compact and energy-efficient and reduced fuel consumption thanks to optimised internal
burner designs minimise maintenance requirements and lessen architecture and outer Rockwool insulation. Four adjustable
fuel burn. The burners are electronically controlled, which drives assure a smooth rotation. The dryer technology reduces
enables self-diagnosis and, when required, triggers a default. wear and makes maintenance easy.
A wide range of options is available.

FILTER MIXER
Flow is optimised through FEM analysis. The filters perform The mixers that equip Ammann continuous plants help ensure
well from top to bottom and require little maintenance. quality. The highest homogenous quality requirements can be
Ammatex filter bags offer high temperature resistance and reached, even when using low-binder content, RAP or low-
eliminate the need for a fresh air damper. PTFE coatings and temperature asphalt. The variable mixer loads and the retaining
seams create exceptional resistance and lead to longer life. doors allow starting and stopping without waste and enable an
Improved thermal insulation adds efficiency. industry-leading wet mixing time from 24 to 48 seconds.

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AS1 CONTROL SYSTEM
POWERFUL, RELIABLE AND PROVEN WORLDWIDE

The powerful and future-oriented as1 system concept combines proven Ammann software with
specially matched industrial hardware. The as1 computing environment has been designed and tested
for use in tough environments. Its networking capability also has been optimised. Customers profit
from the flexible workstation configuration, networking and administration.

THE FIELD BUS SYSTEM

GUARANTEED FOR RELIABLE AS1 BENEFITS
SIGNAL TRANSFER • Comprehensive system functionality
The proven field bus system is robust and reliable under • Quick and easy to learn
tough operation. Faults can be detected efficiently • Safe to operate
and rectified by means of the diagnostic tools, even via • Proven, reliable field bus and load-sharing
remote support.
• Professional hotline and support organisations
ready for service worldwide
THE POWER CABINET’S COMPONENTS
DESIGNED FOR TOUGH,
ROUND-THE-CLOCK OPERATION
The power cabinet’s components have to withstand AS1 ADDITIONAL MODULES
extreme stress 24 hours a day, which is why Ammann only as1 RAD
uses tried-and-tested, globally available quality components Changes RA ratio during production with automatic
from renowned manufacturers. recipe adaption.
as1 EcoView
Indicates live energy consumption of the mixing plant and
HOTLINE AND SUPPORT shows trends.
PLANT AVAILABILITY ASSURED as1 Q-View
Electromechanical faults can be quickly resolved by the Helps localise defect causes and improves asphalt mix quality.
customer’s own personnel with the help of the electrical
as1 Peak Load Management
circuit diagrams and the as1 diagnostic tools.
Helps prevent short-term and expensive peak loads.
as1 Excel AddIn
Ammann’s knowledgeable customer service team staffs Indispensable for in-depth evaluations of as1 data in Excel.
the hotline, which can be called for fault diagnosis or
as1 LoadOut
maintenance at any time. Modern telecommunications
For automatic and accurate loading of trucks to target weight.
media increase the availability of the plant and reduce the
as1 IMM
need for costly on-site servicing.
Helps staff plan and track required maintenance tasks.

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AFTER SALES
COVERING ALL NEEDS
Contracted maintenance services and technician training provided by Ammann help protect your investment, while
operator training ensures your team is able to utilise all the features and benefits built into your plant. When your needs
change, Ammann offers retrofit options that can provide you with a good-as-new plant at a low cost.

PUT AMMANN VALUE AND READY WHEN

EXPERTISE TO WORK AVAILABILITY YOU ARE
Ammann offers service Ammann parts provide the Ammann experts are ready
packages that ensure all main- best value over the life of to assist you in emergency
tenance is current, making your plant. The parts are built situations 24 hours a day,
your plant efficient and also to last and have a longer life seven days a week. The help
protecting it from premature than low-cost products on line team is highly trained
wear that can result from poor the market. Ammann parts and experienced. Representa-
service practices. A variety of also are a perfect fit for your tives can talk you through
technical service packages are plant, enabling other compo- the challenges – in many
available. Or, if you prefer, an nents to run more efficiently different languages – with a
Ammann representative can and last longer. Availability is remote connection to your
visit your plant and together another key Ammann focus. system that will minimise the
you can develop a plan that The Ammann logistics team troubleshooting time.
perfectly fits your needs. recently overhauled stocking
centres and processes to en-
sure the most essential parts
are always nearby.

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TRAINING
FULLFIL YOUR PLANT’S POTENTIAL WITH TRAINING
Your plant features components engineered for productivity and technology that can deliver benefits unheard of just a
few years ago. Yet those components and that technology are only as good as the operator using them. How can you help
operators make the most of the tools at their disposal? The answer is training.

WORLDWIDE TRAINING CENTRES

Ammann has more than 10 regional training centre locations around the world.
Key teaching themes connect them all.
• A good balance. The centres combine a traditional class- • Learn from peers. Operators from other facilities attend
room setting with hands-on experience, including the the training. Participants say the conversations with
availability of plant components for maintenance lessons. their peers – and learning how they overcome challenges
• Experiment without consequences. The as1 control system – is another key benefit.
simulator provides operators with realistic scenarios with- • Learn in your language. Lessons are taught in many
out running the risk of wasting material or causing plant languages, ensuring your team understands key terms
downtime. Operators can experiment and learn from their and lessons and makes the most of your investment.
mistakes – without costly consequences to your operations.

In addition, Ammann experts can customise a curriculum for your needs and work with operators and managers at your facility.
The advantages include hands-on experience with your equipment and the ability to involve more of your staff than would
likely be sent to a regional training centre. Choose from the Ammann training modules.

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TECHNICAL
INFORMATION
PLANT TYPE 140
CONTINUAL PLANT CAPACITY AT 3 % MOISTURE * 140 t/h

CONTINUAL PLANT CAPACITY AT 5 % MOISTURE 110 t/h

NUMBER OF COLD FEEDERS 6

CONTENT COLD FEEDERS 7 m³

TYPE DRYING DRUM T 1870 (L = 7 m / D = 1,8 m)

BURNER POWER OUTPUT 9,3 MW

FUELS Diesel

FILTER CAPACITY 30 000 Nm³/h

FILTER SURFACE 330 m²

MIXER SIZE / CONTENT 1,5 t

BINDING AGENT SUPPLY 2 × E-Bit Boxer tank 51 m³

FILLER SUPPLY Reclaimed filler silo 20m³ and imported filler silo 30 m³

HOT MIX STORAGE SILO / COMPARTMENTS 24 t in 1 compartment, Options for 2 or 3 × 24 t compartments

RECYCLING ADDITION UP TO 20 % AT 3 % MOISTURE RAC directly into the mixer

* Hot mix production capacity based on following conditions: Max. 8 % bitumen and max. 10 % filler addition, input moisture of aggregates 3 %,
aggregate temperature increase 175 K and 0 / 2 fraction share max. 40 %.
“
Amazingly mobile,
easy recipe changes
and the lowest waste
imaginable – all at
an affordable price.”

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and services please visit :
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