Apron and Runway Cleaning and Maintenance

Aerosweep
Aerosweep's FOD*BOSS FOD sweeper is used for airports, airlines and military aircraft.	The FOD*BOSS can be used at both day and night, and in wet or dry conditions.	FedEx, Delta and United Airlines are amongst the carriers who use FOD*BOSS.
The FOD*BOSS ensures quick and efficient removal of FOD from aircraft movement areas.	Military and civil airports worldwide have been operating the FOD*BOSS sweeper for over a decade.

Airport Surface Friction Tester (ASFT)
ASFT CFME products are fully approved by FAA, ICAO and UK CAA CAP683 for unrestricted operation on aerodromes.	The ASFT Ford Galaxy CFME is known worldwide for being user-friendly and reliable.	The tank volume of our CFME equipment is sufficient for measuring more than 10,000m of runway with a water layer depth of 1mm (0.04in).
The T-10 for smaller airports and road authorities does not require any permanent installations, so any towing vehicle can be used within 1min's notice.	ASFT installed the successful SFT concept in a range of different host vehicles, like the Ford 500, Ford Galaxy and Volkswagen Sharan.

Blasters
Typical tractor-mounted system.	Truck-mounted system.	Tractor-mounted Liquidator on concrete.
Liquidator tractor-mounted on asphalt.	Integrated unit - one diesel engine drives the water blaster, vacuum blower and hydraulic system.

Blastex Group
Blastex Group's revolutionary shot-blasting technique allows planes to land on runways free of rubber deposits.	Blastex Group's equipment for rubber-removal from drastically reduces the risk of aquaplaning.	The Blastex 440 runway and apron rubber-removal system.
Blastex removes thermoplastic and industrial road markings, and airports' central lines.	Blastex Group's technologies can mantain surfaces made of asphalt, concrete and steel, and natural stones like marble, granite, etc.

Cardinal
Cardinal/International Grooving and Grinding is the world-recognized leader in runway grooving.	The superior drainage capability of a grooved runway is clearly demonstrated in this picture of a partially grooved runway during a rainstorm.	Cardinal groovers are designed and built in-house to our exacting specifications.
One of our largest groovers, capable of cutting a swath 9½ft wide (2.9m) in a single pass.

Cyclone Surface Cleaning / Cyclone Environmental Technologies
The Cyclone system removes petroleum-based waste and other contaminants from concrete and asphalt runways without any negative impact on the environment and no damage to the cleaned surface.	The Cyclone HP8530 is an effective tool for rubber removal, apron / gate cleaning, spill recovery and glycol recovery.	The Cyclone LP3005 operator-driven glycol recovery vehicle is compact and self-contained.
The LP3005 does not involve any scrubbing, sweeping or contaminants moving from one area to another.	Cyclone systems provide non-abrasive, high-speed surface cleaning in one compact vehicle.

EHR
EHR's CleanStar machines are designed for special runway cleaning and reconditioning jobs.	The CleanStar can be used for removal of runway rubber, coatings, marking and oil.	A unique feature of the CleanStar runway cleaning and reconditioning machine is its integrated water-treatment plant.
The CleanStar runway cleaning and reconditioning machine is available in semitrailer or truck-mount versions.

Gandy Project Management
GPM provides a comprehensive line-marking and maintenance service to airfields in Australia and overseas.	GPM provides the highest standard of line-marking and guarantees that all protocols and correct standards are maintained.	The company has a thorough understanding of relevant rules and regulations with which airports must comply.

Jetting Systems
100% rubber removal from a grooved surface without damage to the surface.	Line marking removal without damage to the underlying surface.	The OSPREY is a compact high-powered rubber removal unit using minimal components, making it self-contained and easy to manoeuvre.
OSPREY 45t runway rubber removal unit (picture courtesy of Foster Contracting).	The rubber removal assembly is mounted on the front of the vehicle and may be quickly lifted; a trailer is not required for transportation.

Mercedes-Benz
London - Gatwick. Mercedes-Benz Unimog U 400 (short wheelbase). Bucher high-performance tow-behind jet broom.	Mercedes-Benz Unimog U 500 (long wheelbase). Solo snow plough and spreader with pre-wetting system.	Mercedes-Benz Unimog U 400 (short wheelbase). Dücker GFM 600 large area mower.
Mercedes-Benz Unimog U 400 (short wheelbase). Mulag FME 500 tunnel washer and 3,000l water tank.	Mercedes-Benz Unimog U 400 (short wheelbase). Heavy-duty tower with torque converter and weight traction enhancement.

NLB
With water jets, rubber build-up virtually disappears and there is no abrasive to become trapped in tines.	StarJet-Plus™ is a closed-loop water jet system with many innovative features.	Rotating UHP water jets are robotically positioned from the cab.
The operator can easily control all functions from the cab.	The compact StripeJet™ is easily maneuverable for aprons, gate areas and parking lots.

Roehsler
Runway and apron cleaning at rates of up to 1,600m²/hr.	Runway rubber deposits right next to a cleaned surface.	Paint marking removal taking place on a runway.
Rubber removal on a concrete runway.	Thermoplastic marking removal on concrete.

Scandinavian Airport and Road Systems (SARSYS)
SARSYS produces runway friction measurement equipment for airports.	The SARSYS Friction Tester (SFT) measures friction on airport runways and taxiways.	The SARSYS Trailer Friction Trailer (STFT) is a trailer with a built-in runway friction measuring system.
The large space in the rear provides easy access and a comfortable working position during service and maintenance work. The luggage compartment can still take a considerable load of equipment such as extra measuring wheels, etc.	SARSYS provides the highest degree of service and availability of spares in the market, providing the customer with a long lasting and safe operation.

SMETS-Technology
The tank and sound hood can be tilted hydraulically for maintenance purposes and for emptying the waste water tank.	The surface cleaner of the ARC 1000 in working position.	The sweeping device of the ARC 1000 consists of one cylindrical brush (under the chassis) and two conical brushes.
The rear washing device of the ARC 1000 is used to clean large areas without the application of brushes, in conjunction with a separate 80kW HP pump (190bar, 212l/min).	The COMBI 7SW combined sewer cleaning truck.

URETEK
The URETEK method of slab lifting enables the most accurate re-grade and slab alignment in the airport industry.	URETEK's patented Deep Injection Process go to the heart of the problem providing a safe solution to soil stabilisation.	Air Force One chooses URETEK for many of its critical runway repairs.
It is common for depressions to develop in hangar floors due to the static weight of aircraft; this is one of the many problems we can deal with.	URETEK's method of slab-lifting, which we utilised at Eindhoven Airport, is as non-disruptive as possible meaning you will be back in business almost immediately.

Vindotco
Vindotco has developed a natural runway cleaner that rapidly and efficiently removes the reverted rubber tyre deposits from runways and associated areas.	The build up of reverted rubber deposits can cover the major white lines of a runway in only three weeks. The natural efficacy of Rubberaser allows runway cleaning to be kept to a minimum and reduces damage to the runways.	Aircraft tyres are manufactured from natural rubber, and each time an aircraft lands it deposits reverted rubber on the runway and the white lane safety markings; Rubberaser is the environmentally safe solution for runway cleaning.
A part-cleaned runway numeral. The reverted rubber has been removed using the Rubberaser runway cleaning technique.	A runway white line treated with Rubberaser, the environmentally friendly answer to runway cleaning and reverted rubber removal.

Waterblasting Technologies
Rubber removal on grooved concrete; depending on the amount of build-up and the condition of the pavement surface, removal rates of up to 18,000ft²/hr (1672.25m²) can be achieved with the Stripe Hog.	Rubber removal on grooved asphalt. Notice the cleanliness and integrity of the grooves after removal.	Runway rubber and painted markings are easily removed with the Stripe Hog. Blasting widths can be as wide as 40in (101cm).
The tractor mounted blasting option enables you to work quickly and cleanly in tight spaces. The tractor will operate up to 400ft (121m) from the truck.	The Stripe Hog has been successfully mounted on Autocar, GMC, Isuzu, Mack, MAN, Peterbilt, Scania, Sterling and Volvo chassis'. It likely can be mounted to the chassis of your choice.

Weigel Hochdrucktechnik
TrackJet rubber removal system with carrier vehicle IVECO truck.	TrackJet rubber removal system with carrier vehicle DaimlerChrysler UNIMOG.	TrackJet rubber removal system with carrier vehicle Snow blower 'Schmidt Supra'.
TrackJet system for multiple applications. The TrackJet System has set new standards for the removal of rubber and paint markings on runways, taxiways and aprons.	TrackJet does not damage surfaces in any way and ensures high environmental care, due to its low water and fuel consumption.

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