"Benefits You Can Count On With A GHP-2800"

  • Superior Rideability
  • High-Production
  • Versatility
  • Job-Proven
  • Quality
  • Durability
  • Visibility
  • Serviceability
  • Mobility
  • The "GOMACO" Edge
  • Safety Design

The job-proven GHP-2800 is preferred by contractors throughout the world. All of the features on the GHP-2800 have made this slipform paver “number one” in universal paving markets. This paver features the most up-to-date technology in the world. The exclusive GOMACO designs provide easier setup, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and safety. The GOMACO GHP-2800 is chosen by its reputation for a quality end product.


• Superior Rideability Results
• Emission Controlled Tier III Caterpillar® Engine
• Optimum Engine Performance
• Revolutionary Cooling Package
• Retractable Pedestal Console
• Lower Profile Provides Enhanced Visibility
• Shroud Lifts For Easy Service Access
• T-Beam Rail For Positioning Mold
• Ease Of Transport And Job-Site Mobility
G21 Or Optional G22 Operating System
• “Smart” Cylinders For Steering On The Four-Track
• Selective Steer System On The Four-Track
Stringless Technology
• Electronic-Over-Hydraulic Circuitry
• Hydrostatic Drive System
• Modular Hardware
• Dual Telescoping Frame
• Forward Mounted Vibrator Modules Tilt In And Out
• Designed With Safety Features
Two-Track And Four-Track Options
• Easy Access 3-Position Ladder

High Production, Superior Rideability, Versatility with Multi-Application Capabilities Throughout the World

The GOMACO GHP-2800 Features a High-Performance Hydraulic System. All Control Circuitry is Electronic-Over-Hydraulic for Easy, Accurate Adjustment and an Instant, Controlled Response.

Track Circuits: Tandem Closed-Loop Hydrostatic Pump
Vibrator Circuits: Open-Loop, Load-Sensed Hydraulic Pumps
Auger Circuit: Tandem Closed-Loop Hydrostatic Pump

Lift Circuit: Main Circuit, Open-Loop, Pressure-Compensated Pump
Grout Box Auger/Tamper Circuit: Open-Loop, Load-Sensed Hydraulic Pump

Stringless Technology

The G21/G22 technology allows GOMACO’s trimmers, placer/spreaders, and slipform pavers to be controlled by automated 3-D machine-control systems, and not by stringline.

Stringless control systems can accommodate radii or superelevations automatically according to design data.

Real-time navigation systems allow the project data created in the CAD system to be directly put into the paving process.


High Production, Superior Rideability, and Versatility

• GHP-2800 multi-application capabilities include airport runways, primary and secondary roads, highways, city streets, ramps and approaches, parking lots, alleys and shoulders.

• The two-track and the four-track GHP-2800 have met the strictest specifications and provide superior rideability results on slipform paving projects throughout the world.

• Designed with multiple safety features such as emergency stops on strategic areas of the machine and a low-profile engine shroud providing excellent operator visibility.

• The GHP-2800 slipform paver features state-of-the-art, electronic-over-hydraulic circuitry, dual-telescoping framework, enhanced on-site mobility and job-to-job transportability.


The Digital Power of GOMACO’s Exclusive G21 Operating System

G21 is GOMACO’s award-winning, proprietary software and control system. GOMACO was recognized for its commitment of resources to the development of this revolutionary software and operating system that combines intelligence with simplicity for GOMACO construction equipment. It is one of the few operating systems awarded a Top 100 Award from Construction Equipment magazine and a Top Innovations Award from Equipment World magazine. The G21 operating system is exclusive to GOMACO.

Read more about the G21 digital operating system.


GOMACO’s New Optional G22 Operating System

G22 is GOMACO’s proprietary software and control system. The GOMACO G22 is a revolutionary software and operating system that combines intelligence with simplicity for GOMACO construction equipment. The new graphical display provides the operator with an easy to understand interface to the machine controls. The G22 operating system is exclusive to GOMACO products.

The user-friendly screen and controls are simple, to allow operators to learn in a very short time. A simplified approach with screen icons reduces the operator’s learning curve to a minimum. The G22 features a 6.5 in. (165 mm) anti-glare display screen with sensor-controlled backlight levels and the new TFT flat panel technology. It provides superior visibility under all operating conditions. A dual language feature is available on the G22. It features the ability to operate in English or a second language. It also offers the choice of metric or imperial measurements.

Read more about the G22 digital operating system.


Outstanding Features Provide Today's Contractor With The Ultimate Paving Machine Of The Future!

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Designed For Easy Transport

The GHP-2800 slipform paver is designed for easy transport. The two-track paver has a minimum transport width of 12 ft. (3.66 m) and a transport length of 19 ft. 3 in. (5.9 m). The four-track has a minimum transport width of 8 ft. 2 in. (2.49 m) and a transport length of 36 ft. 6 in. (11.1 m).

The transport height for both the two-track and four-track machine with mold attached is 11 ft. 1.9 in. (3.4 m). The minimum transport height without the mold is 10 ft. 2.75 in. (3.1 m) for the two-track and 10 ft. 3 in. (3.1 m) for the four-track.


Bar Insertion Systems Designed To Fit Your Project Specifications

GOMACO offers several bar insertion systems that are designed to accommodate your project specifications. Hydraulic cylinder, air-powered and manual insertion are the three types of bar insertion. Bar inserter attachments include the frame-mounted, mold-mounted, sidemounted, and trailing form. GOMACO’s bar inserters provide easy and accurate bar placement at an exact job specification.

Female keyway with hydraulic side bar insertion and vibration to the bar - The hydraulic system includes vibration to the bar. Vibration is applied to the bar during insertion, which provides consolidation of concrete around the bars. This system requires one vibrator circuit. The minimum slab depth required is 12 in. (305 mm) and the maximum bar length is 30 in. (762 mm).

The frame-mounted bar inserter accurately places the transverse bar for the longitudinal joint. The inserters place the bars behind the vibrators. The bar spacing is determined by a timing wheel mounted to the crawler track.

The trailing form with air-powered or manual bar insertion is designed to trail the track on two-track pavers. This system will accommodate most types of bars.

Also available are the sideplate extension with air-powered L-bar insertion and GOMACO's air-powered side bar insertion for male keyway.


GOMACO’s Computerized Transition Adjuster

GOMACO offers a patented computerized transition adjuster. The optional specialized computer control allows for smooth transitions from a crown to a flat cross slope in a superelevation, or vice versa. The computer controls and synchronizes the power transition adjuster (PTA) on the paver to make the necessary adjustments as specific stations are reached in the transition.

GOMACO’s computerized transition adjuster is user-friendly and easy to understand. The PTA Status display allows the paver to monitor the transition count down, the target height of each PTA, current height of each PTA and paver travel speed per minute.

The transition count down displays the distance left in the current transition. The target height display shows the desired height of each PTA. The current height of each PTA is also shown along with a corresponding up and down arrow which is illuminated when the controller applies drive to each individual PTA.

The PTA Setup display is easy to use as you simply enter the transition distance and the crown height that is required on the project. To start a transition, place the run mode to automatic and when the rear edge of the mold is in line with the starting point of the transition, press the “Start Transition” button. The “In Transition” button will then illuminate and display to the operator that the system is now in transition.

Unparalleled Accuracy With The GOMACO Power Transition Adjuster (PTA)

GOMACO’s hydraulically powered transition adjuster (PTA) provides on-the-go transitions in the crown of the concrete slab. A switch in the operator’s console controls the PTA in a positive or negative (up or down) motion. This eliminates the crown in the paving mold/slab or brings the crown back into the mold/slab. These transitions are necessary in paving through superelevations and intersections.

This simple solution provides an easy method for an operator to perform a smooth transition where necessary and accomplish the required slab profile as specified.


Wide Variety of New Stringline, Clamps, Rods and Sensor Line Accessories Available

GOMACO has a wide variety of new stringline, clamps, rods, and sensor line accessories.

GOMACO sensor line is designed specifically for electronically-controlled equipment. Sensor line and sensors provide the grade and steering information linked to the GOMACO operating system, located on the operator panel. The GOMACO electronic-over-hydraulic sensor system provides intelligent control of grade and steering for paving accuracy, and ease of operation.

Stringline stakes are made of high carbon steel, designed for long life. Stakes are available in various lengths, ranging from 18 in. (457 mm) to 60 in. (1524 mm). The stringline stakes range in diameter from .75 in. (19 mm) to .875 in. (22 mm).

One-piece and quick-set spring-action zinc plated clamps are available.

The stringline zinc-plated, slotted rods are 18 in. (457 mm) in length and will accommodate a .125 in. (3 mm) diameter stringline.

GOMACO has many other sensor line accessories to choose from.


Ultimate Paving Systems

Auger/Strike-Off Mold
Open-Front Mold
(1) The front split auger serves to spread the concrete to a predetermined width. The right-hand and left-hand drive sections are independently controlled with variable speeds.

(2) The strike-off is split for full, independent control. Both strike-off plates can be vertically controlled on the right and left sides, to meter material into the mold.

(3) The GOMACO grout box auger is for control of material through transitions or superelevations.

(4) Vibration is provided to the throat area of the mold for consolidation of concrete. The vibrators, with an automatic on/off control, activated with machine movement, are hydraulically powered with variable speeds up to 10,500 vpm. The vibrator positioning is hydraulically controlled for ease in start-up and finish.

(5) The GOMACO tamper bar system tamps down the aggregate even with the surface of the pan. The tamper bar is hydraulically powered with an automatic on/off control, activated with machine movement.

(6) The finishing pan serves to level the concrete. The 3100 series mold and stainless from front to back is 48 in. (1219 mm). The 5000 series mold and stainless is 60 in. (1524 mm) from front to back.

(7) Adjustable stainless steel is exclusive to the GOMACO system. This seals the surface and provides the troweled GOMACO finish out of the mold.


Molds Available for the GHP-2800

• 3100 series open-front mold with a 14 in. (356 mm) auger with maximum speed of 77.9 rpm @ 28 gpm (106 Lpm) flow.

• 3100 series auger/strike-off mold with a 16 in. (406 mm) front auger with maximum speed of 79.3 rpm @ 24 gpm (90.9 Lpm) flow and a 14 in. (356 mm) grout box auger with maximum speed of 13 rpm @ 4.5 gpm (17.03 Lpm) flow.

• 5000 series open-front mold with a 16 in. (406 mm) auger and maximum speed of 55.8 rpm @ 24 gpm (90.9 Lpm) flow.

• 5000 series auger/strike-off mold with a 20 in. (508 mm) front auger and maximum speed of 60.5 rpm @ 24 gpm (90.9 Lpm) flow and a 16 in. (356 mm) grout box auger with maximum speed of 6.5 rpm @ 4.5 gpm (17.03 Lpm) flow.


Detachable Auger/Strike-Off For Width Changes And Shipping

A paving mold with a detachable telescoping auger/strike-off gives contractors the benefit of a mold that can be either an open front or an auger/strike-off. The optional detachable telescoping auger/strike-off can then be broken down easily with removable and telescoping sections.

The auger/strike-off moves independently with hydraulically-adjustable mounts on the front of the mold. A self-supporting transition adjuster (TA) is standard to allow for crowning in the pavement.

Both the strike-off and auger have 6 ft. (1.83 m) of telescoping capabilities to aid in changing paving widths. When paving widths need to be changed, the contractor only has to add or remove a section of the paving mold and then telescope the auger and strike-off in or out, depending on the needed width. The telescoping auger incorporates bolt-on flighting to accommodate the changing widths.

Along with giving the contractor some extra versatility on their pavers, the detachable telescoping auger/strike-off provides ease in transportation. The auger/strike-off can be detached from the front of the mold and the wings on the sideplates can be folded in to allow the paver, with the mold still mounted underneath it, to be transported under 12 ft. (3.66 m) wide on one truck. This design is based on a 5000 series open-front mold, allowing such molds to be retrofitted in the field.


Edge Slump Control From GOMACO

GOMACO offers edge slump control to accommodate slump and mix design. Edge slump control is available in hydraulic or manual adjustments in the mold.

Vertical Hinged Sideplates

GOMACO’s Vertical Hinged Sideplates have hydraulic control for ease in start-up from an existing slab. The 4 in. (102 mm) cylinder stroke allows the split sideplates to open and close. This provides less labor and a smoother transition to the new slab. The Vertical Hinged Sideplates can be raised or lowered up to 19 in. (483 mm) to negotiate headers and other obstacles. The Vertical Hinged Sideplates are for four-track pavers only.

Integral Curb

A high-production feature on GOMACO slipform pavers is one-pass slipforming with integral curb on one or both sides of the slab.

GOMACO Auto-Float®

The GOMACO Auto-Float is available as an attachment for the GHP-2800 and all GOMACO slipform pavers. It is designed to automatically seal the concrete surface during the paving operation.

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Safety Features With The GHP-2800

The two-track and four-track GOMACO GHP-2800 slipform paver is carefully designed to give years of dependable and safe service. Emergency stop buttons are located on strategic areas of the machine. The E-Stops are on the operator’s console and on corners of the machine. Another safety feature includes a backup alarm, which is designed to alert personnel around the machine when the tracks are set to operate in reverse. Other safety features include quiet operation, track guards, warning decals, an operator’s manual, and a safety manual. GOMACO machines are also designed to provide the operator maximum visibility over the entire paving operation. GOMACO Corporation recommends the implementation of all safety procedures.

Only GOMACO Offers The Exclusive "Smart" Cylinders Featuring Push-Button Steering Control Setup On The Four-Track GHP-2800

Only GOMACO offers “smart” cylinders to aid in the setup and operation of the four-track paver, especially in minimum-clearance projects.

Steering control has been simplified with the exclusive “smart” cylinders, used for dependable steering control feedback, eliminating the sprocket, chain, and potentiometer at the top of each leg.

The “smart” cylinder reduces moving parts and eliminates the physical adjustments to the steering system.

GOMACO’s exclusive G21 digital controller makes it possible to have push-button steering setup. The “smart” cylinders can be taught the desired degree of leg rotation, so that the tracks do not strike any object in minimum-clearance requirements. The operator has the option of overriding this setting.


High Production And Serviceability Are Key Factors On The GHP-2800

High production and serviceability are key factors of the GHP-2800. 125 gal. (473.2 L) fuel capacity combined with Tier III fuel efficiency provide an extended day of paving, resulting in higher production.

The segmented fiberglass shroud provides ease in serviceability. One section lifts up to allow access to the engine and service points. The battery box is located outside of the engine compartment for easier accessibility.

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"The Quietest Paver In The World" Provides Optimum Performance

GOMACO’s GHP-2800 was built around the increased horsepower of the electronic Tier III Caterpillar® C9, 8.8 Liter diesel engine with 325 hp (242.5 kW).

The electronic Tier III compliant engine reduces emissions and meets the required industry emission control standards being mandated for off-road diesel equipment throughout the world.

The engine provides cleaner combustion and is tuned to achieve optimum performance.

The GHP-2800 features a revolutionary cooling package module incorporating a centrifugal fan for noise reduction and added cooling capacity.

GOMACO’s GHP-2800 features a sound insulation package, and combined with the cooling system, makes it the quietest paver in the world. The GHP-2800 will meet or beat all international noise standards.

The cooling system incorporates the charge-air cooler, the oil cooler, and the engine radiator in one cooling package. A centrifugal fan, one of the first in the industry used on mobile equipment, has specially built blades with an air-foil shape to maximize air movement with the least amount of noise. It is remotely driven by hydraulics and is no longer attached to the engine. The muffler and air cleaner are internal to the fiberglass shroud to reduce noise and increase operator visibility.

Features on the electronic Tier III Caterpillar® C9, 8.8 Liter diesel engine:

Electronic fuel injection
- Increased horsepower with electronic fuel injection
- Maximized fuel efficiency
- Reduced emissions
- Quieter and more reliable, fewer moving parts, requires no adjustments
- Tuned to achieve optimum performance, electronically-controlled injector
- More efficient, cleaner combustion, ability to control injection pressure independent of engine speed

Electronic control modules
- ISO J1939 CAN protocol
- Engine monitoring
- Capability of growing with available technology, datalinks/memory/computing power/inputs/outputs

Electronic engine product support
- Electronic service tools are available to the technician for service of the engine control system


Two-Track GHP-2800 Illustrations

Two-Track Illustrations shown with 24 ft. (7.3 m) wide 5000 Series Open-Front Mold with a 10 in. (254 mm) Slab.

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Four-Track GHP-2800 Illustrations

Four-Track Illustrations shown with 24 ft. (7.3 m) wide 5000 Series Open-Front Mold with a 10 in. (254 mm) Slab

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GHP-2800 Slipform Paver Specifications

The First End-Around Is A Success All The Way Around - Archer Western Contractors

Around The World 36.1 - K-Con Company, Kajima Road Company Ltd., & Miller Paving Ltd.

34 Paving Passes For A GHP-2800 At The Charles de Gaulle International Airport - Betonac nv

Around The World 35.2 - CDS & Mukand, & Centrodorstroy

Paving The Dan Ran Expressway - Walsh Construction Company

GHP-2800 Two-Track Paver Exceeds State Expectations - APAC-Tennessee Inc.

A Project Report From The Pulkovo Airport In St. Petersburg, Russia - Centrodorstroy JSCo.

A Paver As Efficient As The Company That Owns It - Gill Civil Engineering

If You Don't Change With The Times, You're Left Behind - Berns Construction

Around The World 34.1 - Jiangcheng Highway and Bridge Company

Two Project Managers... Two GOMACO Paving Trains... Only One Concrete Paving Award - E&B Paving, Inc.

Paving Ontario's Busiest Highway - Coco Paving

Quality & Innovation At The Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport - Head Inc.

Slipforming A Fast Track At Martinsville Speedway - Ballenger Paving Division & APAC

Around The World 32.2 - Guangzhou, China

One Of The First Concrete Projects In Baja Paves With A First Of Its Kind Paver - Alta Ingenieria 2000

GHP-2800 Passes The Test For Japanese Airport - Toa Doro Kogyo Company, Ltd., and Taisei Rotec Corporation

The World's Quietest Paver Slipforms A New Quiet Roadway - Betonac nv

Slipforming London Heathrow's T5 Project In England - AMEC

Operation Enduring Freedom - RED HORSE Squadron, United States Air Force

Earning Bonus With An IDBI On Highway 81 - Werner Construction Company

GHP-2800 Chosen For Japanese Airport - Three Consortums Of Japanese Contractors, Including Taisei-Rotec

The Sky's The Limit - Kosmos Scientific & Production Company

GHP-2800 With IDBI: Paving Over A Mile A Day In Argentina - Alquimac S.R.L., Green S.A. and Rovella Carranza S.A. (UTE)

Around The World 30.3 - Kajima

Massive Road And Airport Projects Push New And Old Technology To The Limit - Ajax Paving Industries

Around The World 30.2 - Rovella-Carranza S.A., Green S.A. & Alquimaq S.R.L.

Finally Slipforming - Maktas A.S. & Yenigun Construction Company

33 Days - APAC-Georgia, Ballenger Paving & Southern Roadbuilders Concrete Paving

Radii, An Airport And The GHP-2800 - Salinas Construction, Inc.

AMEC & BAA - The Pavement Team - AMEC


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