(The Safe and Efficient Operation of Asphalt Plants) The continued high performance of asphalt surfaces requires consistent quality asphalt mixes to be produced for sustained periods. Losses accruing from stoppages or the removing and relaying of ineffective asphalt materials can be considerable. Thorough product and plant knowledge, coupled with skilled maintenance and operational procedures, is needed for the economical production of asphalt mixes from both fixed and mobile plants.
Topics include:
- Asphalt products
- Asphalt production plants
- Raw materials
- Operation and maintenance of asphalt plants
- Plant types
- Pre-start checks/start up
- Binder heating and blending
- Aggregate storage
- Cold feed
- Drum mixing
- Batch mixing
- Production monitoring
- Emission control
- Load out
- Emergency first aid.
On completion of this course participants will have the knowledge to:
- Understand the components of an asphalt production plant
- Have an overview of basic mix design and of different plants and their operation
- Be aware of the physical properties of materials used in the manufacturing of asphalt
- Identify basic operating procedures and safety precautions
- Gain knowledge and competency to operate and maintain plants to produce quality asphalt mixes
- Monitor plant operation and product to industry specifications.
National Qualification information:
This course will address theoretical and knowledge requirements related to the below unit standards. It will not cover assessment and practical requirements unless specifically stated under course costs. 1500 - (expiring) Operate Asphalt Production Plant
1501 - (expiring) Operate bitumen supply and support facilities and equipment
1509 - Demonstrate knowledge of materials used in asphalt production and construction
13512 -(expiring) Demonstrate knowledge of operating processes of asphalt production plants
20443 - Operate bitumen storage and heating equipment at an asphalt plant
20444 - Operate an asphalt production plant
20445 - Demonstrate knowledge of asphalt production plants
Who Should Attend:
Plant operators and personnel involved in the manufacture of asphaltic concrete production. It is recommended that attendees should also attend the NZIHT Bitumen Safety course.
Cost:
$620.00 per person + GST (Minimum numbers apply before a course is confirmed)
Further Information
For further information please contact Jan Kivell | 
