Road maintenance includes a range of technical operations aimed at keeping the road network efficient and safe, both in urban and rural areas, whether paved or unpaved. These interventions require specialized machines, each dedicated to a specific phase of the work: from subgrade preparation to surface application, from cleaning to compaction. Below is an overview of the main categories of machines used in road maintenance.
Types of machines used
Roller compactor
Used to compact the roadbed, it increases load-bearing capacity and reduces the risk of settlement.
Milling machine
Removes damaged layers of asphalt and prepares the surface for new material.
Motor grader
Levels and shapes the road profile, especially on unpaved roads where the surface deforms more easily.
Wheel loader
Used for handling aggregates, gravel, soil or site debris.
Sweeper
Essential for removing dust, debris and residues after work or during routine cleaning.
Asphalt paver
Evenly lays a new asphalt surface, ensuring a smooth and compact finish.
Tractor with rear-mounted equipment
Versatile for working on unpaved roads; tows light graders or stabilization tools.
Water tanker with front blade
Used to moisten the surface and reduce dust during processing phases, often equipped with a front blade.
Aggregate spreader
Evenly distributes gravel or stabilizer, towed or truck-mounted.
Main operations
Grading and leveling
Performed with graders, motor graders or rear-mounted tools to restore surface evenness and drainage slope.
Compaction
Performed with rollers to consolidate the subgrade and minimize deformation risk, especially after adding new material.
Milling and removal
The milling machine removes damaged asphalt or stabilizer, preparing the surface for further treatment.
Cleaning and dust control
Sweepers remove residues from the site and roadway, while tankers manage moisture and reduce dust on unpaved roads.
Laying and distribution
The asphalt paver lays the bituminous mix; the aggregate spreader distributes stabilizer or gravel to reinforce the upper layer.
Bushings in road maintenance machines
Bushings are used at the pivot points of graders, in mechanical arms and in hydraulic cylinders, both externally (mounting pins) and internally (guides and brake bushings). Brake bushings help to dampen the piston stroke, improving movement precision and noise reduction. Their durability under dust, load and shock makes them essential in road applications.
Steel bushings catalog
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