Glossary
Topcon Paver System Five Operator’s Manual
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N
Null
A condition which exists when components are at rest.
“Null” Screed
A screed resting flat on the mat and having no angle of attack.
O
On Grade
When a surface is at the desired elevation or slope, it is referred
to as being on grade.
Overlay
Paving over an existing mat.
P
Paddle Box
The sensing device used with automatic feed control to
measure and control the head of material.
Percent (%) Slope
The unit of measure used for cross slope.
Pull Points
See Tow Points
Push Roller
Rollers mounted at the front of the paver to control the contact
area between he paver and the asphalt truck tires.
Q
Quarter Points
Points on the screed midway between the center and the ends.