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SPECIFICATIONS FOR TRUCK MOUNTED 330 GALLON AIR

PRESSURIZED APPLICATION STRIPING UNIT.

ACCEPTABLE BRANDS: M-B Companies, Inc.; MRL

Equipment Company; or equal.

General Provisions: It is the intent and purpose of this

specification to describe a truck-mounted self-contained 330-

gallon air pressurized application striping machine. The machine

shall apply reflectorized lines utilizing a water base (latex) or low

Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) traffic paint and glass beads.

The equipment must be capable of applying this material at an

ambient temperature of 50 degrees Fahrenheit on clean, dry

pavement. The machine shall be capable of applying two (2)

lines from the left side of the left side of the unit and two (2) lines

on the right, in either a solid or skip pattern, or combinations of

these patterns.

The machine shall operate in range of 4 to 12 MPH, as well as

being able to travel a highway speeds in various terrain. All truck

parts and materials shall conform to the truck manufactures

recommendations and the applicable Federal SAE Standards.

All equipment furnished and the parts thereof shall be of the

manufactures latest listed and published stock models, which

meet all the applicable requirements of the specification.

All equipment furnished and parts thereof shall be guaranteed

against defective materials and workmanship from one (1) year of

acceptance. The understanding is that most parts can be installed

by the user. For situations beyond the user expertise the

manufacture will provide service at the delivering location at no

expense to the user. The manufacture will provide a minimum of

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three (3) days training which will be mutually beneficial to ensure

maximum machine uptime and productivity, while minimizing

machine issues. The truck chassis will be covered by standard

warranty from the truck manufacturer.

Chassis Specifications:

Manufacture and Model: Kenworth 370; Peterbilt 220 or Equal

Cab Type: Tilt Cab

Wheelbase : 146 inches minimum, 164 inches maximum

GVWR: 33,000 lbs.

Front Axle GAWR Suspension: 12,000 lbs. Dana Spicer, Front

Springs with shock absorbers.

Rear Axle GAWR Suspension: 21,000 lbs., Single Speed, proper

travel to allow a road speed of 65 mph, air ride suspension.

Tires: BR 14-Ply 11R22.5

Wheels: 22.5 X 8.25 Steel Wheel

Engine: Paccar PX-7, Turbo Diesel, 240 HP @ 2600 RPM

Transmission: Allison 3000RDS, 6-speed Automatic

Block heater, 110 v

Brakes: Full ABS Air Brakes, Drum Type, with Air Dryer

Steering: Integral Power Steering

Electrical System: 160-amp alternator, 12 Volt batteries, 1400

Total CCA Cruise Control: Standard Highway Speeds

Fuel Tank: 45 gallons L.H.

Cab Features: Recirculating heater and defroster; air conditioning;

driver air suspension seat, high back, cloth cover; passenger

seat, high back, cloth cover; third seat, center console; 3 point

seat belts; AM/FM radio with CD; tinted glass; intermittent wipers

and washers; tilt steering; L.H. and R.H. cab entry assist handles;

dual sun visor; dome lamp; heated Westcoast mirrors left and

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right,(6.5” x 11” min.)

Instrumentation: Manufactures standard to include a fuel gauge,

speedometer, oil pressure gauge, coolant temperature gauge and

a voltmeter.

Back-Up Alarm: Factory Standard, 107 db.

Color: Factory White

When fully laden with striping material, the chassis manufactures

GVW rating shall not be exceeded or the unit may be rejected.

The unit shall meet all current OSHA standards for noise levels at

platform level and operator locations.

Auxiliary Equipment: Mud flaps, front and rear; One (1) 5lb. dry

powder mounted in chassis cab; Two (2) 10lb. dry powder fire

extinguisher mounted on equipment deck.; Piped ¼”air supply for

a hand take-off at the right-hand corner of the platform.

Digital Speed Meter System: A digital speed meter shall be

included on the striping unit that will allow the truck operator to

read his speed in three (3) digits to aid in maintaining a desired

speed. The single source shall be a logic level pulsing unit

driven by a pulse generator mounted off the drive line. Power

and protections shall be provided by the skip timer system via a

network cable.

Low Speed Control: The striping machine shall be equipped

with a low speed cruise control which when activated will set the

RPM at a certain speed and will maintain a constant speed within

the normal striping range of 5-10 MPH on level ground. Speed is

not locked in and can deviate slightly on declines and inclines.

Platform: The steel platform shall not exceed 93”total width,

including all projections, including all projections, the length of the

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bed shall be at least 212” long. The platform framing shall be

constructed of 4” channel cross members and 6” structural

longitudinal members to support all required equipment mounted

on it. The spacing of the cross members shall not exceed 14”.

Perimeter tubing shall be 2” x 4”.

The platform shall be supported by a minimum of eight (8) equally

spaced opening from the top of the chassis rail to the bottom of

the platform. This opening will facilitate accessibility to material

and control plumbing in the area located between the chassis

rails.

The platform shall be welded to the bottom and fastened to the

chassis rails vertical flange by at least two (2) 5/8” diameter,

grade diameter, grade 8# bolts. In order to transfer the loading on

the rails, a soft aluminum spacing shall be placed between the

risers and the chassis rails top flange. Provisions shall be made

to permanently secure these pacers in their locations.

The platform shall have non-skid, (Non-Skid Material pm deck)

3/16 medium pattern aluminum safety red surface. Ladder with

skid resistant steps shall be furnished on both sides of the

platform.

Railing: A steel railing shall be installed around the platform

where necessary and bolted in place. Railing shall be

constructed of 1 ¼ “square tubing. The height of the railing shall

be 42”with a 21” high cross member. Corners shall be rounded

for operator safety.

Rear Bumper: extended across the rear truck platform. It shall be

at least 4”x 5.4 channel steel on both sides.

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Operator Seats: Two (2) Bostrom Talladega 915 or equal air

suspension seats shall be mounted on the vehicle platform. They

shall be fitted with foam rubber cushions and back. The covering

shall be weather resistant plastic and shall be fitted with fitted and

with foam rubber cushions and back and shall be fitted with seat

belts in accordance with SAE and Federal Standards. There

shall be weather proof coverings to protect the operator seats

when in not in use.

Operator Protective Canopy: An aluminum canopy shall be

provided to protect the operators from the weather. Shall be

constructed so the roof is sufficiently secured and supported by

tubular columns. The structure shall be constructed to withstand

normal traffic speeds. The approximate size of this canopy shall

be 96” wide and 60” deep with an inside ceiling height of 72”. For

the operator’s comfort, there shall be a padded armrest on the

railing. Two (2) dome lights shall be mounted in the canopy

ceiling from white to red for night striping.

Tool Boxes: Two (2) weatherproof tool boxes of adequate size

shall be supplied and mounted under the platform or rear bumper,

one for each side. The box shall have a full face, bottom hinged

door with a latch with integral lock. Any tools needed for

adjustments or disassembly shall be furnished in these boxes.

Paint and Glass Supply: The marking machine shall be

equipped with two (2) stainless steel ASME certified pressure

vessels for storage of paint. One (1) vessel shall have a capacity

of 165 gallons (white) and other shall have a capacity of 165

gallons (yellow) of binder material. The tank construction shall be

all stainless and have a top opening not less than 14”diameter.

The bottom of the tank shall be supported by a welded steel skirt

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to distribute the weight evenly; no point support legs will be

acceptable.

The unit shall have a paint supply designed for two-color

applications and appropriate cross-plumbing to allow single color

loading of both tanks. The material supply shall be so arranged

as to permit the simultaneous operations of three (3) spray guns

on the left carriage and one (1) spray gun on the right for berm or

edge stripping.

A stainless-steel strainer shall be inserted in each system. The

strainer shall be cylindrical in design and made from a # 16 gauge

perforated stainless steel material. The perforation shall be 1/8”in

diameter and on approximately 3/16” centers (33 holes per

square inch). No wire strainers are acceptable. The strainer shall

be ready accessible and where necessary; valving shall be

provided to isolate the strainers to isolate the strainers from feed

line for cleaning.

Paint Loading Pumps: Two (2) air operated, diaphragm-type, 2”

pumps shall be furnished to transfer paint at the rate of 15 GPM

from the storage container to the paint tanks on the striping unit.

The pumps shall be equipped with Santorini diaphragm and ball

checks. The construction shall have stainless wetted parts. One

(1) 12- foot section of 2” diameter suction hose and strainer

assembly shall be provided with quick-disconnects.

Provisions shall be provided to clean each pump by recirculating

cleaner from a cleaner bucket.

Glass Supply: A pressurized tank having a capacity of 2,400 lbs.

of glass spheres is to be provided. This tank is to be provided.

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This tank is to be all steel ASME certified construction with a top

opening of not less than 14 inches in diameter. A 0-160 PSI

pressure gauge, pressure regulator, 100 PSI relief valve, and auto

evacuating moisture trap are to be included and mounted on the

tank. In addition, the tank shall meet all ASME and maximum

pressure requirements. The sight glasses shall allow the

operator to determine bead levels at ¾ full stage, ½ full stage,

and ¼ full stage.

A vacuum glass fill unit having a minimum loading capacity if 250

lbs. of glass beads per minute is to be supplied. By creating a

vacuum in the glass tank, glass is to be drawn into the tank

without contaminating the vacuum unit. The speed of the unit is

to be controlled. The unit will have a muffler to assure quite

operation.

The glass filling system on this unit shall include a 2” inner

diameter fill hose that is 12’ in length with all the necessary

fittings, including quick disconnect fittings and a new, unused 55-

gallon drum with a combination bag splitter and strainer top.

The glass spheres to be conveyed under pressure to glass

sphere dispensing guns through rubber pressure hoses. A finned

tube-type air cooler moisture separator are to be supplied to

remove moisture from air used to operate the glass system.

Cleaner System: An air-operated, gun cleaning system shall be

installed on the striping machine. It shall consist of 20-gallon

ASME certified stainless-steel pressure tank with safety valve,

piping and valves necessary to introduce cleaner into each paint

line.

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An injector shall be piped into the paint hose after the main line

valve at the at the heat exchanger. This system must be as close

as possible to the outlet of the heat exchanger to clean the paint

manifolds and hoses for overnight storage. All piping shall be

solvent resistant type. The tank construction shall be with a 4”

threaded top opening and a full steel skirt support.

Paint Application System: The unit shall have a paint supply

designed for two-color application and appropriate plumbing to

allow single color loading of both tanks. The material supply shall

be arranged as to permit the simultaneous operation of one (1)

and/or two (2) spray guns on the left carriage and one (1) spray

gun on the right carriage for berm or edge stripping. A stainless-

steel strainer shall be inserted in each system. The strainer shall

be cylindrical in design and made from a #16 gauge perforated

stainless steel material. The perforation shall be an 1/8-“

diameter and on approximately 3/16” centers. No wire strainers

are acceptable.

The strainer shall be readily accessible and where necessary.

Valving shall be removed for cleaning with a single clamp sealed

lid.

Process Paint Plumbing: Air piping, tubing or hose used on the

vehicle shall be firmly attached to the frame or bed, except where

flexible conductors are required for proper operation or services.

All plumbing shall be constructed of industrial style, stainless steel

polished, process-clamp 2” tubing, fittings, and ball valves with a

least one-bolt clamp fittings. All Elbows shall be smooth 90

degrees ling radius style. Use of pipe thread meetings shall be

minimized. All hoses, pumps, fittings and valves that are in

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contact with the traffic paints shall be impervious to any petroleum

based or water based solvent paints. Paint plumbing shall be

stainless steel tubing, pipe and fittings. All 2” valves will be ball

type, 3-piece construction with Teflon seals, all valve construction

shall be stainless steel. As much plumbing as possible needs to

be outside of frame. A zippered vinyl jacket shall protect all

airlines, paint and bead hoses to each gun carriage. The

pumps, hose fittings, valves and all components that are in

contact with the marking materials shall be stainless steel.

Paint Spray Guns: The guns shall be Kamber Model 38-NB (no

exceptions), capable pf applying a 4-6” wide line at 15 mils at 12

MPH maximum striping speed. Minimum warranty of one year.

The paint gun shall be a high quality pneumatically actuated and

internally atomizing spray gun. It must be capable of spraying all

standard cold and hot applied fast dry paint: oil base; chlorinated

rubber; water base latex paint; and premix.

The main gun body shall be machined from a solid block, not

exhibiting any seams or connections. All gun’s wetted

components must be manufactured from stainless steel.

In order to adapt the gun to water base paint applications it shall

be easily adaptable from a bleeder to a non-bleeder configuration

and reverse the process by either removing or replacing a ball

check in the atomizing gun port. The guns shall be in the non-

bleeder mode with the ability to flush gun tips even in the non-

bleeder mode (“flush on the fly”). The gun needle packing nut

must be adjustable, thus enabling the operation to compress the

packings to ensure continuous sealing of the needle through the

wear period. The lower gun assembly shall contain a spring-

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loaded Teflon packing and be of the double-barrel design

comprising of a separate fluid nozzle, air nozzle, and exterior

nozzle to produce a well-defined 4” to 9” wide painted line with an

even paint distribution.

Each spray gun shall have as an integral part, a gun shroud which

shall produce a sharp line definition. The shroud shall consist of a

round collar that will fit on the gun’s air nozzle retainer ring and be

open channel type shroud to facilitate cleaning without removal.

For better durability and life, the following components; exterior

nozzle and fluid nozzle shall have a minimum surface hardness of

50 as measured on Rockwell “B” scale. The needle shall be

constructed entirely of stainless steel to prevent rusting. Gun

material inlet shall be constructed at a 25-degree angle to allow

maximum material flow.

Bead Guns: There shall be installed pneumatically actuated

glass sphere guns, high capacity (35 lbs. per minute 40-60 PSI

tank pressure), air atomized glass guns, Kamber Model 90HO

designed to remove bead pulsation by fluidizing bead flow out of

the gun nozzle. Gun outlet shall be fitted with a closed spooned

glass deflector with adjustable side curtains to insure precise

adjustment of beads on the paint line. The closed spoon glass

deflector must also be equipped with a hardened steel

replaceable insert (either circular or rectangular shaped) to

prevent wear of the deflector at the material outlet.

The glass guns atomizing air bypass (coupling tube assembly)

must be constructed of brass (plastic will not be acceptable). This

assembly must also house a filter screen to prevent glass beads

from being trapped in the atomizing process.

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In order to prevent glass from migrating into the air operation

chamber, the gun shall employ a dual sealing system; this shall

consist of a wiper seal, backed by a needle “O” ring. The gun

must also be equipped with internal stainless-steel rings to

prevent rusting due to condensation within the gun.

All gun inlets must be threaded (not soldered) to allow

replacement of such parts due to wear or other damage.

Spray Gun Carriage Assembly: Two (2) gun carriage

assemblies shall be supplied, mounted behind the vehicle’s rear

wheels, to support and align the spray guns.

The main carriage, mounted on the left side of the vehicle, shall

have provisions for attaching three (3) paint spray guns (two (2)

yellow and dual color (1) yellow/white) white gun on inside and

two (2) glass sphere guns. (dual color gun to have white valve

switch for easy change over from one color to the other.)

One (1) wheel mounted on a caster axle, and mounted on the

front of each carriage, and maintain in a fixed height from road

surface. A parallel system shall always connect the carriage a

cross slide and maintain the spray guns normal to the road

surface.

A pneumatic lift cylinder controlled from the operator’s position,

shall be used to raise the carriage and a safety chain shall be

provided to support it during transporting.

The cross slide supporting the carriages shall allow the carriages

to be positioned for transport within the vehicle’s platform and

permit its use anywhere from the location outward for 4 feet. The

slide mechanism

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shall consist of a rectangular tube telescoping design with

UHMW, self-lubricating material bearing areas. Spray gun

carriage shall be provided and mounted along the right side of the

striping unit to align and support (2) paint spray gun (white)and

one (1) glass sphere gun. The design of this carriage shall be

identical to the main carriage, and it shall also extend 4 feet. The

slide mechanism shall be consisting of a rectangular tube within a

rectangular tube within a rectangular tube telescoping design with

UHMH, self-lubricating material bearing areas.

The second spray gun shall be provided and be provided and

mounted along the right side of the striping unit to align and

support two (2) paint spray gun (white) paint spray gun (white)

and one (1) glass sphere gun. The design of this carriage shall be

identical to the main carriage, and it shall also extend 4 feet from

the edge of the platform.

The carriage shall include an electric actuator feature for rumble

strip avoidance while striping, allowing the wheels to clear the

paint lines.

Each carriage slide shall be equipped with a hydraulic cylinder for

moving the carriage to any point within its operating range. The

cylinder shall be double-action, controlled by a power steering

control, and the steering wheel shall be conveniently located for

the operator.

A tilting and telescopic steering column shall be conveniently

located for each operator.

Each column shall include a steering wheel with knob. The power

steering control unit and hydraulic hoses shall be located under

the equipment platform, out of the way of the operators.

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Stacked body, quick acting solenoid valves with a manual

override feature shall be mounted on each carriage. Valves shall

be equipped with balanced spool designed to minimize back

pressure or restriction in exhaust. The valves shall be of a one-

piece aluminum design body.

3 guns left carriage

LEFT

CARRIAGE

A A A

BERM CARRIAGE

A A

Y Y W/Y W W PAINT

GUNS

G G G G GLASS

GUNS

**White gun inside **

A – Air Blaster

Y – Yellow

W – White

G - Glass

AIR NOZZLES: Each carriage shall also have a multi-channel flat

jet nozzle, mounted directly in front of each spray gun row, to

remove dirt and debris from the road surface prior to the

application of paint and glass beads. The "on/off" air supply to

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these nozzles shall be controlled by means of a lighted rocker

switch, green (on) amber (off) located on the operator control

center. Each air nozzle shall have a manual adjustment air flow

control.

AIR COMPRESSOR: The air compressor shall be a Boss DUS at

250 of free air per minute at 100 PSI. The air system shall be

designed to meet and sustain this specification under all normal

conditions.

All containers shall be ASME approved for 110 PSI working

pressure. All necessary safety valves, piping and fittings shall be

included.

The compressor engine shall be diesel powered, liquid-cooled,

four-cycle, four-cylinder, overhead valve construction, heavy duty

industrial type. It shall include as standard equipment: a fin-tube

type radiator, lubricating oil filter, 12-volt electrical system,

pushbutton starting, and a recommended air filter to be shared

with the compressor air intake. The air compressor engine and

chassis engine shall have a common fuel tank.

A heavy duty, high capacity filter/dryer Schmidt air dryer, capable

of passing all air from the compressor, shall be installed in the air

line.

An electric cooling fan shall be installed into the main airline to

remove heat from the compressed air.

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A common skid base shall be provided under the engine and

compressor so they may be handled and mounted as a package

unit. The compressor shall be mounted to the platform

longitudinal members. A complete cover with hinged or sliding

access panels shall be supplied for weather protection.

The operating control panel shall be located at the end of the

compressor unit and unit mounted so that it is at the curbside of

the vehicle and include, in addition to operating controls, gauges

showing oil and air pressures, water temperature, voltmeter and

an electric hour meter.

The unit shall be furnished with the following accessory items as a

standard part of the package: hour meter, oil level gauge,

automatic moisture trap for controls, automatic blowdown valve,

minimum pressure valve and a hydraulic pump.

HYDRAULIC SUPPLY: Hydraulic power for the controlling the

outrigger, pointer and paint agitators, shall be from a gear type

hydraulic pump, direct driven by the air compressor engine (no

belts allowed).

Hydraulic tank shall have a long, vertical sight glass tank level

installed to prevent over-filling of hydraulic fluid.

LASER GUIDANCE SYSTEM:

There shall be supplied a GL-3000-P Laser System using an

ultrahigh visibility green laser to establish visual line control for the

paint striping machine. The operator adjusts the laser spot to the

desired reference point on the road via a remote-control panel

located in the cab of the truck.

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The control shall have a three-function switch for:

1. Laser on Steady mode. 2. Laser on Blinking mode. 3. Laser Off.

There shall be a corresponding green light located on the laser

status panel indicating the laser status:

4. Light on Steady mode. 5. Light Blinking mode. 6. No Light (Off).

To position the laser spot to the desired location; i.e., center line,

road edge, bike lane, etc., the operator shall push the proper

buttons for the direction that he/she wants the laser spot to move

in; left, right, forward, back, and the laser tracks simultaneously.

The system shall have an automatic shutdown feature designed

to minimize power consumption. All functions shall shut off after

the laser function mode has been in the OFF position for two

hours.

The laser, all optics, mechanical mechanisms, and electronics

shall be in a rugged, weatherproof housing that is typically

mounted to the roof of the truck. This permanent installation shall

eliminate the need to remove the laser at the end of the day. Two

cables shall run from the laser housing, one for 12V DC power,

the other for system control in the cab.

Specifications -

Laser - 532mm Class IIIA

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Power - 12V DC 4.0 amps/hour (Max Operating)

Power/Control Cable Length - Approximately 20 Feet (from laser

box) to DB15 Connector for Operating Temperature - +36° -

+120° F.

Control Box

Laser Box – Approximately, 6-1/8 H x 6-1/2 W x 12 L Inches.

Shipping Weight - 25 Lbs. - Approximate

Secondary: HYDRAULIC POINTER SYSTEM

A front mount adjustable pointer guide shall be provided. The

guide shall be constructed using a trailer ball and coupling type

system.

The pointer shall have a "main" pivot point located near the center

of the bumper. To this pivot shall be fixed the "main guide arm".

The "main guide arm" will be able to swing out for either edge line

or centerline control. A second pivot point will be located at both

outer bumper point locations. This pivot point will offer support for

the "bracing arm". The "bracing arm" shall swing out and support

the "main guide arm" at approximately its mid-point.

The signboard shall have a minimum of 25 hooded, sealed beam

amber LED lamps, with a dimension of approximately 48” by 96”.

It shall be 12-volt with solid state circuitry and a minimum flash

rate of 30 FPM.

The structural frame shall be at least 3” by 2”by 11-gauge

rectangular tubing. The board shall be mounted so when in the

raised position, the highest point is under 12 feet from the ground.

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For support, four mounting points shall be supplied, two to the

rear of the platform and two on top of the bumper.

NIGHT LIGHTING SYSTEM:

Eight (8) LED floodlights shall be provided on the unit for night

time striping operations. Two (2) lights shall be mounted on the

rear deck area and two (2) lights shall be mounted behind the

carriages, illuminating the guns. The other four (4) lights shall be

mounted around the unit. This system shall include all necessary

wiring and switches.

CONTROL CENTER:

An all-aluminum control center shall be provided. This shall

consist of an integral sheet metal covered framework providing

space for electrical controls, spray equipment connections, heater

thermostat control, and any other auxiliary parts required by the

spray equipment.

The control center shall be mounted in an inclined position so that

it can be observed from either operator's position. This control

center shall have mounted on it, all the necessary regulators,

gauges, valves, switches, and indicators required for operation of

the striping equipment. All parts shall be of the panel type and

located behind the panel if possible. An easily removable back

plate with four (4) recessed latches shall allow access to the

interior for service. Both a 125 PSI safety valve and a

condensate drain shall be located on the panel air manifold. All

the gauges shall be of the liquid-filled type. All control center

switches shall be lighted rocker or push-button type.

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The spray equipment shall be electrically controlled by means of

toggle switches and solenoid valves. The switches shall be in two

(2) separate control panels within easy reach of the rear

equipment operators. The switch sections shall also house

additional switches and indicator lights for the skipline mechanism

control.

Each control panel shall be located within a non-metallic

enclosure with a clear hinged and latched cover. Each enclosure

shall be mounted to the canopy railing and friction hinged to “flip”

out of the way when necessary.

All line pattern combinations, skipline mechanism actuation, and

skipline mechanism reset shall be controlled by toggle switches.

Pre-selected combinations shall be obtained by activating only on

switch that also simultaneously actuates or resets the skipline

mechanism. One (1) toggle switch shall be an "OFF" switch

connected in such a way that when activated, it will turn off and

cancel any of the above selected patterns, as well as

automatically reset the skipline mechanism to a ready position.

Provision shall be made so that any glass sphere guns may be

controlled from the same system for simultaneous spray gun and

glass gun operation.

The entire switch assembly shall be removable for servicing and

attached by a pin connector.

All electrical wiring shall be enclosed in conduit type protective

case. Any wires passing through the deck shall have grommets

around them.

All electrical controls shall be 12-volt power only.

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All electrical wiring shall terminate in the operator control center.

A master relay switch independent of the truck ignition switch

shall be installed in a convenient location in the truck cab console

box. All electrical power operation of the painting equipment shall

be wired through this relay, before the circuit breakers, in such a

manner that when the master relay switch is off, all electrical

power from the truck to accessory equipment is off.

All electrical controls shall be 12-volt DC with circuits protected by

manual reset circuit breakers mounted in the console or other

readily accessible area. All electrical wiring shall be enclosed in a

conduit type protective case (or equal) and protected by

grommets through the deck, frame members or similar structures.

All wiring shall be color coded and numbered.

Paint spray gun indicator lights shall be provided on the chassis

cab dash.

INTERCOM SYSTEM (WIRELESS):

A David Clark Model 9900 wireless intercommunication system

shall be furnished to provide a means of vocal communication

between the driver of the vehicle and the operators of the striping

equipment. This system shall provide open communications for all

operator stations.

Two (2) under helmet headsets for the rear operators and three

(3) single ear headset for the front cab operator, and other follow

truck personnel shall be provided. The headsets shall be

equipped with noise cancelling microphone and

on/off/microphone controls for hands free communication

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SKIPTIMER SYSTEM

It is the stated intent of this specification to describe a highly

reliable, easy to use, simple to install, compact skip-setting

mechanism that requires little or no maintenance and no clutches,

cams, gears, bearings or devices that must be adjusted while at

rest.

The skip timer control boxes shall use mid-sized IP67 rated toggle

switches and shall use sealed push-buttons for menu navigation.

The skip timer control box shall have a full color, 4.3” screen. The color menu system shall provide an animated preview of skip timer patterns, reflecting current settings and switch positions and shall provide guided calibration processes for distance and pump calibrations. The color menu system shall have a descriptive information system to provide the operator with information about errors, warnings, and skip timer operation. There shall be a switch test menu, for in­field diagnosis of switch failure, incorporated into the color menu system.

The skip timer system shall communicate using CAN bus serial

communications protocol. It shall have an operating temperature

range from 33°F to 140°F and a storage temperature range of

10°F to 160°F.

The skip timer output boxes shall directly drive all loads (air

dusters, material guns, bead guns, double­drop bead guns, etc.),

and shall have drive current ratings of five (5) amps per channel.

All outputs shall be solid state. To simplify diagnostics, the skip

timer output boxes shall have driver indicator LEDs for all driver

outputs.

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The skip timer shall accept motion signals from a magnet wrapped driveline collar. All motion signal sources will maintain a 0.1’ resolution during normal road marking operations. The skip timer system software shall be field upgradeable via USB drive. The skip timer system hardware shall be field upgradeable using hub expansions ports for adding more driver output boxes, sensor input boxes, or data logging equipment.

The skip timer shall separately track skip and solid distance

painted per gun, into internal, non­volatile counters.

Remote -Control hand- held option on SC-12 skip timer system to

be include.

TECHNICAL INFORMATION:

For the purpose of standardization of the unit, the availability of

replacement parts, and whether components meet the

specifications, the bidder will provide literature or system

diagrams and details on the following component

A. Chassis H. Paint Guns

B. Paint Handling

Equipment

I. Glass Guns

C. Glass System J. Gun Carriage

System

D. Cleaner System K. Compressor

Package

E. Paint Fill Pumps L. Guidance

System (s)

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F. Paint Heating

System/Exchangers

M. Intercom

System

G. Skipline System

A computer-generated engineer's detailed layout and a weight

distribution chart shall be provided with the bid submittal. The

drawing shall show the location of paint equipment, air and glass

supply equipment, and other equipment necessary for the

successful construction of the traffic paint striping machine.

Failure to supply information as requested will delay the

evaluation of the bid and could be grounds to disqualify the bid.

TECHNICAL MANUALS:

The successful bidder shall supply two (2) sets of CD version of

operator's manuals, service manuals, parts books, wiring

diagrams and applicable technical information for each machine

purchased.

TECHNICAL SERVICES:

The services of at least one (1) competent technician, trained in

the use and operation of the striping machine, shall be furnished

for a period of three (3) consecutive days to be scheduled at the

discretion of the Department of Transportation for each machine

purchased. This service shall be provided to instruct the TDOT

personnel in the use, operation and maintenance of the machine

on acceptance permit remote vertical adjustment for each

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individual gun to change line width anywhere from 4“ to 8”. The

controls shall be mounted at the operator’s stations.