What are the advantages of laser leveling machine?
May 31, 2023
What are the advantages of laser leveling machine?
The laser leveling machine is developed according to the increasing demand for ground quality such as strength, flatness, levelness, etc. of modern industrial plants, large shopping malls, warehouses and other large-area cement concrete floors. Not only is it fast and compact, it saves labor input to a great extent and saves economic costs in disguise.
Advantages of laser leveling technology:
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Higher construction quality – the ground elevation and flatness of laser-level precision can be achieved. The floor elevation is automatically controlled by laser and computer, and the leveling unit is adjusted in real time through a two-way hydraulic cylinder (10 times per second), ensuring Precise leveling.
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The density of concrete is increased by more than 20%, and the strength of concrete is improved, and it is suitable for dry hard concrete, fiber concrete and large aggregate concrete.
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The laser emitter is arranged independently. The floor construction can be paved in a large area and can ensure the consistency of the ground elevation. The elevation is not controlled by the formwork, and there will be no cumulative error.
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Compared with the traditional method, the construction joints of the floor can be greatly reduced, and the construction without separate warehouse joints can be achieved. The post-maintenance cost of the ground and the use of templates are also greatly reduced. Due to maintenance and formwork support, the sub-storage joints on the large-area concrete floor will have defects such as damage along the joints. These problems can be avoided by using laser leveling and joint cutting technology.
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The integrity of the ground is better – it is very easy to achieve large-area overall paving. On the one hand, this overall paving technology can avoid problems such as easy hollowing and cracking caused by layered pouring of the floor, and on the other hand, it can reduce A large number of construction joints make the integrity of the ground better. This is not easy to do with other construction techniques.
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The vibrating system of the laser leveling machine has a vibrating frequency of 3000 times per minute, which can avoid irregular cracking and other ills caused by uneven stress caused by uneven vibrating.
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The construction speed is faster – the work efficiency is increased by 100-300% (200-400 square meters of paving work can be completed per hour, and an average of 1500-4000 square meters can be completed per day), and labor is reduced by more than 30%, especially suitable for Projects with tight construction schedule, large paving area and high quality requirements.
08 Save the cost of formwork and support formwork.
The leveled cement concrete floor paved by the laser leveling machine is much better than the ground paved by conventional methods-the ground flatness and levelness are increased by more than 3 times, and the compactness and strength are increased by more than 20%. At the same time, it can also improve work efficiency by more than 50%, and save about 35% of labor. In addition, it can easily place high-strength concrete, low-slump concrete and fiber cement. Its laser system is equipped with a variety of automatic control components to monitor the elevation of the leveling head at a frequency of 10 times per second in real time to ensure that the levelness and levelness of the ground being paved are effectively controlled. At the same time, the vibrating frequency of its powerful vibrator reaches 3000 times/min, which ensures that the concrete is vibrated and compacted, so that the entire paved concrete matrix is homogeneous and dense.
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Two methods and techniques for concrete pavement leveling, how to improve leveling efficiency and quality?
◑◐Construction method: Use a 3-4m light ruler to scrape the concrete surface, remove excess water and slurry, fill the low-lying areas with concrete, vibrate and re-trim, remove and trim the high parts, and then smooth them appropriately. The vibrator rod will also be used to "quickly insert and slowly pull out" to fully vibrate the concrete. The moving distance of each rod is generally not more than 1.5 times its effective radius (can be controlled as 30cm), and the distance from the template is less than 0.5 times the effective radius of the vibration. Vibrate until the slurry overflows on the surface of the concrete mixture, no longer sinks significantly, and no obvious bubbles overflow; then use the vibration beam to walk back and forth 2-3 times to level and raise the slurry to make the surface flat and uniform. ◑◐Applicable scenarios: Applicable to small projects, rural roads with narrow construction sites or relatively low requirements for flatness. For example, some self-built roads in rural areas, internal roads in small factory areas, etc. ◑◐Advantages: The equipment is simple and easy to obtain, the cost is low, the operation is relatively easy, and the technical requirements for operators are relatively low. ◑◐Disadvantages: The construction efficiency is low, the labor intensity of manual operation is high, the flatness control accuracy is limited, and it is difficult to meet the requirements of large-area, high-precision road projects. ◑◐Construction method: The laser emitted by the transmitter is used as the reference plane, and the leveling head is controlled in real time through the laser receiver on the laser leveling machine. Just like the laser leveling machine equipped with a HONDA GX690 engine (power 18.4kW/25HP, fuel tank capacity 19L), the steel bar is tied after the formwork of the civil engineering project. Before pouring concrete, the elevation is set on the column reinforcement and led to the laser leveling control system. When the pouring personnel scrape the elevation, the elevation is controlled to be 5-10mm higher than the design elevation, and then the machine operator uses the equipment to accurately level the concrete surface. The leveling width is 3m (9.84ft), and it adopts hydraulic screw conveying paving mode. The vibration system is hydraulic vibration, with a maximum excitation force of 2000N, which can be automatically calibrated and controlled at a certain frequency. After the water seepage of the concrete pouring surface is completed, the laser leveling instrument is used for re-measurement, the water accumulation is filled, and the 3-meter scraper is used to rotate and level it, and then the single-disc trowel is used to level the slurry. ◑◐Applicable scenarios: It is widely used in large-scale industrial plants, large shopping malls, warehouses, underground garages, airport runways, docks and other large-scale concrete floor projects with high requirements for ground flatness, horizontality and strength. For example, the workshop floor of a large automobile manufacturing plant, the floor of a large logistics storage center, etc. ◑◐Advantages: It can achieve high-precision and fast leveling of concrete, and the flatness and levelness of the ground are more than 3 times higher than conventional methods, and the density and strength are increased by more than 20%; it can improve work efficiency by more than 50% and save about 35% of labor; it can lay high-strength concrete, low-slump concrete and fiber concrete; and it can also automatically control the longitudinal and transverse slopes. The equipment has an all-aluminum body and is light in weight (net weight 835kgs / 1841lbs), which is convenient for operation under various working conditions. It is also equipped with an anti-skid system, a hydraulic brake system and a trailer system, a more precise height adjustment rod, a standard soft landing system for the working head, and switch detection and valve port calibration functions to ensure stable machine performance after long-term use. It is also equipped with two types of tires (inflated narrow tires and inflated wide tires) to adapt to different working conditions. ◑◐Disadvantages: The equipment has high purchase costs, high professional and technical requirements for operators, and requires professional training; the site requirements are relatively high, and it is inconvenient to operate in narrow and complex terrain sites. ◑◐Pre-construction preparation skills: Before construction, ensure that the roadbed is stable, the formwork is strong and installed straight and flat, and set up a support device every 1m. Accurately measure and lay out the construction site to determine the road elevation and slope. At the same time, clean the construction site to ensure that the ground is clean, dust-free, and oil-free. If there are cracks or unevenness on the ground, it needs to be repaired first. In addition, the quality control of raw materials and mechanical debugging must be done well to ensure the quality of concrete and the normal operation of equipment (such as the laser leveling machine equipped with the HONDA engine mentioned above). ◑◐Concrete spreading skills: Spread the material during pouring. When unloading with a dump truck or a mixer truck, it is strictly forbidden to concentrate the material on a few points to prevent concrete accumulation and ensure that the concrete mixture is evenly distributed. ◑◐Vibration operation skills: Use the vibrator to "insert quickly and pull out slowly" to avoid missing vibration and over-vibration. Control the moving distance of the vibrator and the distance from the formwork. For equipment using a hydraulic vibration system (such as the relevant laser leveling machine), the exciting force should be reasonably adjusted according to the characteristics of the concrete and construction requirements. ◑◐Surface treatment skills: Correct minor defects in the leveling process in time; rub the surface with a grinding disc to compact the slurry before the initial setting to eliminate water seepage channels and tiny cracks; complete the finishing and embossing processes before the final setting, and finish 3-4 times. Moisturize in time during hot and windy weather in summer to prevent the surface from evaporating too quickly and forming a hard shell. ◑◐Equipment upgrade and reasonable configuration: When conditions permit, give priority to equipment such as advanced laser leveling machines with the above parameters. Its hydraulic screw conveying paving mode and larger leveling width can improve construction efficiency. At the same time, according to the scale of the project and the conditions of the construction site, reasonably match other auxiliary equipment, such as concrete mixers, pump trucks, etc., to ensure smooth connection between concrete supply and construction. ◑◐Construction process optimization: Scientifically plan the construction sequence and operation area, adopt a segmented flow operation method, and reduce the waiting time between each process. For example, reasonably arrange the connection between concrete pouring, vibration, and leveling with a laser leveler (operated according to its performance parameters) to avoid idle work. ◑◐Personnel training and management: Strengthen the skills training of operators to enable them to master the operation of construction equipment (especially laser levelers) and construction processes, and improve their operating proficiency and accuracy. At the same time, optimize the division of labor, clarify the responsibilities of each position, and improve the efficiency of teamwork. ◑◐Strictly control the quality of raw materials: Select raw materials such as cement, aggregates, and admixtures of qualified quality, control the mix ratio, and ensure that the strength and workability of concrete meet the design requirements. For example, cement should be selected from brands with stable strength and reliable quality, and the particle size and mud content of aggregates should meet the standards. ◑◐Strengthen process quality inspection: During the construction process, use measuring instruments such as levels and theodolites to monitor road elevation, flatness, slope and other indicators in real time, and make timely adjustments when deviations are found. At the same time, do a good job in testing the slump of concrete and the compaction density. For laser leveling machine construction, it is necessary to regularly check whether the laser system and hydraulic system of the equipment (such as checking the accuracy of its height adjustment rod, the performance of the hydraulic brake system, etc.) are normal. ◑◐Protect the finished product: After the concrete pavement construction is completed, timely take maintenance measures such as covering and sprinkling water, and the maintenance time is not less than 14 days. Set up warning signs to restrict the passage of vehicles and pedestrians before the concrete strength reaches the design requirements to prevent damage to the road surface.
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How to achieve a high-gloss finish on concrete surfaces using a power trowel?
To achieve a "mirror-like" or "polished" finish on concrete surfaces using a power trowel, it's essentially a process of continuously increasing physical density. This effect isn't achieved by adding chemicals, but rather by the power trowel blades applying high-intensity "compaction" and "friction" to the concrete surface at specific times. The following is an advanced procedure for achieving a high-gloss finish: Slump: The recommended slump is 120mm-160mm. Too thin a slump will result in excessive paste and a dull gloss; too dry a slump will make it difficult to achieve a glossy finish. Sand Ratio: Appropriately increasing the proportion of fine sand helps to improve the paste quality, providing sufficient "raw materials" for a high-gloss effect. When the concrete has initially set (footprint depth approximately 5mm), use a machine equipped with **float pans** for polishing. Objective: To press down the coarse aggregate, bring the fine slurry to the surface, and completely eliminate surface waviness. Technique: Maintain a low speed and work in tandem. At this stage, the goal is not gloss, but extreme smoothness. Remove the disc and replace it with finish blades. Blade Angle: Initial angle set to 5° – 10°. Operation: As the moisture on the concrete surface gradually disappears, apply a coat every 30-60 minutes. Slightly increase the blade angle for each coat. Physical Principle: At this point, the blades act like an iron, using pressure to seal the capillaries on the concrete surface. This is the most crucial step in creating the gloss, typically performed when the concrete has hardened to the point where walking on it leaves almost no trace. High Blade Angle: Adjust the blade angle to its maximum (usually 20° – 30°), maximizing the force on the rear ends of the blades. High Rotation Speed: Increase the power trowel's rotation speed. Burnishing Effect: High-speed friction generates localized heat, causing the surface cement paste to undergo intense physical densification. You will observe the surface instantly transform from matte to a dark "metallic" sheen. **"Dry but Not Wet":** The final polishing must be done when the surface is free of visible water and in a semi-dry state. If the surface is too wet, it will only create streaks; if it is too dry, it will peel. **Consistency of Overlapping Paths:** The overlap of each pass must be strictly consistent; otherwise, the gloss will appear patchy and uneven. **Blade Condition:** Only brand-new or minimally worn high-quality steel blades must be used. Damaged or deformed blades will create scratches and ruin the mirror effect. If a power trowel alone cannot achieve the desired shine, or if a long-lasting shine is desired: After power troweling (or the following day), spray a lithium-based concrete sealing and curing agent. The curing agent reacts with free calcium in the cement to form hard calcium silicate crystals. Dry polishing with a power trowel equipped with **buffing pads** or a high-speed polisher can easily achieve a mirror-like finish. Action Effects Risk Warnings Increase rotation speed Enhances brightness and density Excessive rotation speed may cause mechanical vibration and wavy patterns. Increase angle Creates a dark, mirror-like finish Premature intervention may cut into the ground, resulting in a "scraping" effect. Repeat multiple times Refines surface texture Too many passes may lead to excessive carbonization or embrittlement of the surface. High-gloss finishes can significantly reduce the slip resistance of the floor. Is your work area an indoor showroom or a warehouse corridor? If it's a damp environment or a slope, it's recommended to control the gloss level to prevent falls. Note: The parameters provided in this document are for reference only and are not mandatory. Due to differences in technical characteristics between different brands and models of laser levelers, please consult the manufacturer for a suitable solution before actual operation. This reference document assumes no responsibility for any issues arising from failure to follow the manufacturer's instructions.
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August 24, 2023
How to make laser leveling machine parts last longer?
As a brand-new floor construction equipment, the laser leveling/ leveling machine has been widely concerned by the industry due to its excellent construction efficiency and construction accuracy once it has entered the market, and has been more and more used in warehouses, basements, parking lots, Large-area concrete floors such as industrial plants are under construction. Like other construction machinery, the laser leveling/ leveling machine is also a whole composed of many parts, and the construction environment is relatively complicated, so it is easier to wear than the parts of general machinery during long-term work. In order to prolong the effective life of the laser leveling/ leveling machine, the following is a brief introduction to the main components of its components and the skills of use and maintenance. —-THE CORE COMPONENTS AND FUNCTIONS OF LASER LEVELING/ leveling MACHINE— ➤Drive Train: mainly composed of transmission, universal joint, drive shaft and drive axle; ➤Driving System: composed of frame/axle/suspension/wheels, etc. The function is to support the quality of the whole vehicle and ensure the driving of the laser leveling machine; ➤Steering system: composed of steering wheel, steering gear, steering knuckle, steering knuckle arm, tie rod, straight tie rod, etc., the function is steering; ➤Hydraulic brake: The hydraulic brake device is composed of brake pedal, brake pump, wheel cylinder, drum brake and oil pipe and other parts; ➤Transmission: It is composed of transmission housing, transmission cover, first shaft, second shaft, intermediate shaft, reverse gear shaft, gears, bearings, operating mechanism and other parts, used for changing speed and output torque of laser leveling machine; ➤Leaf Spring and Shock Absorber: The role of the leaf spring is to maintain an elastic connection between the frame and body and the wheels or axles. The function of the shock absorber is to ease the vibration when the laser leveling machine is subjected to shock; ➤Starter: The function is to convert electrical energy into mechanical energy, drive the crankshaft to rotate, and start the engine. If the continuous starting time is too long, it will cause a large amount of battery discharge and the starter coil will overheat and smoke, which will easily damage the laser leveling machine parts; ➤Battery: The role of the battery is to supply electricity to the starter, and to supply power to the engine ignition system and other electrical equipment when the engine is started or running at low speed. When the engine is running at high speed, the generator generates enough electricity, and the battery can store excess electricity; ➤Motor: The motor is the power device of the laser leveling machine. Its main function is to generate driving torque as a power source for electrical appliances or various machinery. Its main function is to convert mechanical energy into electrical energy. At present, it is more commonly used to use heat energy, water energy, etc. to drive the rotor of the generator to generate electricity. —USE AND MAINTENANCE OF CORE COMPONENTS OF LASER LEVELING MACHINE— ➤Change lubricating oil regularly: Regularly replace the lubricating oil to ensure that all parts of the machine are well lubricated and reduce the wear of the parts; ➤Clean the whole machine and parts regularly: Keep regular cleaning of the whole and each part, and fasten loose parts in time to prevent parts from being worn or lost due to looseness; ➤Pay attention to the working load of each component during the running-in period: Pay attention to the workload of each component during the running-in period. Generally, the workload during the running-in period should not exceed 80% of the rated workload, and an appropriate workload should be deployed to prevent damage caused by the long-term continuous operation of the laser leveler. The occurrence of overheating; ➤Start the leveling engine every half a month: Start the leveling engine once every half a month, charge the battery, and run all hydraulic actuators at the same time, such as rotating hydraulic motors, telescopic cylinders, etc. Do not remove the battery from the machine to prevent damage to the controller caused by long-term parking of the equipment Symptoms of missing internal software programs; ➤Start the leveling regularly: Start the leveling machine regularly and turn on all hydraulic functions on the machine, so that the hydraulic drive components work regularly to prevent the related seals from being damaged due to long-term parking, and metal components such as cylinder rods from rusting and other failures. Shrink all the cylinder rods into the hydraulic cylinder chamber to better protect the surface of the cylinder rods. Reasonable use and regular maintenance of various parts are effective ways to prolong the service life of the laser leveling machine and improve the economic efficiency of the operation. It is suggested that before using the leveling machine, one should be fully familiar with the composition and function of each component of the machine, master the correct operation method, and strengthen daily maintenance and maintenance.