GOMACO Corporation: Commander III

When you choose the four-track GOMACO Commander III, you know you have the latest technology available today to achieve your goals in concrete paving. This technology improves paving accuracy and provides easier setup, troubleshooting and operation.

GOMACO has built its reputation on the single factor of customer satisfaction. Our products are designed for maximum versatility and quality to get you the most return on your investment.

GOMACO has a tradition of quality, innovation and service, and will continue to meet the global challenges of today and the future.

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Multi-Application Four-Track Paver

The GOMACO Commander III is recognized around the world as the elite multi-application slipform paver in the concrete construction industry. The list of applications continues to grow as contractors and GOMACO work in partnership on new innovations and attachments. The Commander III is the most job-proven slipform paver in the world with over 40 years of technology built in.

• The Commander III four-track is a revolutionary concrete paver for slipforming up to 20 ft. (6 m) wide, and the four-track framework is designed with built-in versatility.

• The four-track is chosen for its job-proven results throughout the world. Multi-application capabilities include primary and secondary roads, highways, city streets, ramps and approaches, parking lots, alleys, shoulders, golf cart paths, recreational trails, and more.

• The four-track features the exclusive G21/G22 digital operating system that is simple to operate and understand. The system features self-diagnostics for grade and steering, cross-slope, and push-button steering setup.

• Minimum-clearance paving is achieved by using the high-drive track(s) or by removing one rear track for zero-clearance projects.

• The four-track machine features a frame that hydraulically telescopes on the left side up to 6 ft. (1.83 m). All four legs pivot so they can be positioned in different locations.

• Choosing the four-track design adds versatility with job-to-job mobility. Swinging the pivoting legs to the outboard position for travel, the machine remains mobile and easy loading is achieved with a minimum transport width of only 8 ft. 3 in. (2.51 m) and length of 29 ft. 0.7 in. (8.86 m).

• The four-track Commander III has an operating speed of 37 fpm (11 mpm) and auxiliary up to 94 fpm (29 mpm).

GOMACO IDBI Attachment For The Commander III

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Introducing the GOMACO IDBI attachment... an independent unit providing dowel bar insertion behind the paver –

• Independent attachment is self-contained, self-powered, and inserts transverse joint bars in pavements up to 16 feet (4.88 m) wide.

• IDBI powered by its own engine.

• Crane with rechargeable wireless remote control has 21 feet (6.4 m) of reach and 6500 pound (2948 kg) lifting capacity.

• Outriggers on the attachment have 48 inches (1219 mm) of stroke and can be hydraulically lowered and placed on the ground to support the full weight of the IDBI as it is attached to or detached from the paver. The outriggers are also used to raise the unit so a trailer can be backed underneath for transport.

• CAN cable connects IDBI’s controls to controller on the Commander III and allows the two systems to communicate.

• Bar-loading tray accommodates dowel bars ranging in size from one to 1.5 inch (25-38 mm) in diameter and from 18 to 20 inches (457-508 mm) in length.

• Has the new adjustable-height bar extractors, and a patented bar tray for easy bar spacing and width changes.

• Hydraulically telescoping leg pivots on the rear of the paver. Telescoping pivots allow the machine to achieve sufficient length to mount the IDBI to the paver. It also allows the legs to be retracted to meet shipping requirements or to pave without the IDBI.

• New piston-style legs utilize a round inner tube and a keyway for steering control.

• Insertion forks designed to reduce amount of scarring and vibration enhances consolidation of concrete around bars.

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GOMACO’s V2 Dual Mold System Provides Quick Width Changes

The versatile GOMACO V2 is an optional dual mold system that is hydraulically adjustable for paving at different widths. The V2 makes width changes fast and simple and will even make on-the-go width changes for tapered slabs.

The configuration of the front and rear molds dictates the minimum and maximum paving widths and the amount of total width variation. It features separate mold control for the left and right side.

It is also available with a curb profile on one or both sides for municipal paving.

The V2 sectionalized mold system includes a spreader-plow with hydraulic vertical movement to control the head of concrete in front of the mold. The plow telescopes with the machine framework to accommodate the width change.

The GOMACO V2 paving mold was developed to adapt to virtually any paver operating in the field today.

A Commander With Two Molds Attached For Super Quick Changes

This contractor saves time on the project by side-mounting a 14 ft. (4.3 m) mold to their Commander III for minimum-clearance paving, while keeping their 16 ft. (4.9 m) paving mold and kit underneath the paver. When they’re ready for wider width work again, the side-mounted package is removed and the contractor slipforms in the conventional paving mode.

GOMACO’s Proprietary Digital Operating Systems

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.

G22 – The World’s First Full Color, Full Text, Dual Language Paver Control

The G22 is a digital control system and graphical display that provides easy to understand icons and dual language commands. The GOMACO G22 is a revolutionary proprietary software and operating system that combines intelligence with simplicity for GOMACO construction equipment. The information is presented in full color, commands are presented in full text and this system can contain two languages for operation.

The G22 features a 6.5 inch (165 mm) anti-glare display screen with sensor-controlled backlight levels. It provides superior visibility under all operating conditions. Its rugged, shock resistant construction protects it against dust, moisture and other outdoor elements. The high-brightness, color graphics and 14 function buttons provide the ultimate user-friendly operator experience.

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

GOMACO has a wide variety of 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 a long life. Stakes are available in various lengths, ranging from 18 in. (457 mm) to 5 ft. (1.52 m). The stringline stakes range in diameter from 0.75 in. (19 mm) to 0.875 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 0.125 in. (3 mm) diameter stringline.

GOMACO has many other sensor line accessories to choose from.

Advantages of All-Track Steering (ATS) and All-Track Positioning (ATP)

GOMACO Corporation sells more curb and gutter machines than anyone else in the world and we offer machines with all-track steer and machines with single-track steer. Your concrete paver is a machine that is making you money every minute you have concrete coming out of the mold and All-Track Steering and All-Track Positioning have definite advantages that you will want to consider in your purchasing selection process.

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Four-Track Barrier and Parapet Provide Versatility

Slipforming median barrier and bridge parapet are standard applications for the versatile GOMACO Commander III. Whether you are paving standard or variable barrier, the four-track system assures stability over grade variations. The Commander III will slipform barrier or parapet without modifications. Minimum-clearance requirements are easily achieved with the side-mounted mold. The mold can be center-mounted to allow working in a 10 ft. (3.05 m) wide area. The Commander III four-track paver in the barrier mode (transport mode) is the choice for slipforming tall wall or variable barrier.

Four-Track Barrier Package

The four-track barrier package assembly includes the fourth leg and track and a hydraulically extendible rear frame to extend the right rear leg and track.

Stringless Barrier

A total station tracks the progress of a Commander III on a barrier wall project in Belgium. The project was slipformed with the Leica 3-D stringless guidance system.

Concrete Can Be Imprinted...

A unique, four-track, under-mounted barrier package is available for most types of barrier applications. The Commander III four-track with the under-mounted barrier is imprinting a stone pattern on the extruded wall.

A roller mounted to the back of the four-track Commander III imprints a cobblestone pattern on the flat surface of the concrete on this project in Florida.

Paving Packages Add Versatility To Three-Track Commander

The Commander III, in the three-track mode, equipped with the versatile 12 ft. (3.66 m) paving package, will handle paving widths from 7 ft. to 12 ft. (2 m to 3.66 m) with minimum side clearance. The 16 ft. (5 m) paving package can accommodate widths from 7 ft. to 16 ft. (2 m to 5 m). The 16 ft. (5 m) paving assembly includes frame extensions for 12 ft. (3.66 m), 14 ft. (4.27 m) and 16 ft. (5 m) wide pours, and a left leg mount. GOMACO paving packages are an easy bolt-on attachment without major structural modifications required. The paving package kit also includes additional vibrator circuits, valves, switches and hydraulics to change from the standard machine to paving package set-up. Whether you choose the 12 ft. (3.66 m) or 16 ft. (5 m) paving package option, you can be assured it will fit all of your wider width slipform paving applications.

Three-Track Commander Transforms to a Four-Track Paver

The three-track Commander prime mover drives over the supported four-track frame. The left end car has been removed from the frame to allow the rear leg of the Commander to move through the framework.

The Commander is attached to the four-track frame. The pivoting left front mount is removed. The three-track assemblies (leg and track) are utilized for the four-track paving mode. The left front track assembly (Track #1) on the Commander is positioned as the left front on the four-track frame. The right front track assembly (Track #2) on the Commander is positioned as the right front on the four-track frame. The rear track assembly (Track #3) on the Commander is positioned as the right rear on the four-track frame. Location of the steering cylinder on each track assembly dictates its positioning in the transformation.

The end car on the four-track frame is attached, and the left front track assembly from the Commander is attached. The additional fourth track assembly is attached to the left rear of the frame. The four-track paver drives over the paving mold for quick attachment.

High-Drive Tracks For Tight-Clearance Paving

GOMACO’s optional high-drive tracks are ideal for minimum-clearance situations that sometimes exist when adding lanes to ramps and highways or replacing streets in residential areas. The 11 in. (279 mm) wide track has a clearance height of 21.85 in. (555 mm) to the bottom of the track motor. The height of the motor allows clearance on the slab side of the track.

GOMACO Auto-Float®

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

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GOMACO’S Selective Steer Controls

featuring steering choices for job-site mobility and transportability

GOMACO’s Selective Steer Controls for the four-track Commander III feature a forward/reverse steer switch and a position switch used to select the stringline steer mode or one of the other choices for manual track steering with the steering control dial.

Designed For Safety

The Commander III 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, or can be positioned at various points on the machine providing optimal use for specific applications. Other safety features include 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 Recommnds The Implementation Of All Safety Procedures.