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Pine GB1 Data Files – Store, Types, Names & View
“I need to get the data off of my GB1 gyratory compactor. Can you help me?” Of course we can help you. We cover a collection of related topics on the Pine GB1 Superpave gyratory compactor in a series of blogs. This article covers the basics of Pine GB1 data files—storage, types, naming convention, and…
Read MoreSaving Pine G2 Data from Specimen Compaction
“I need the data off of my G2 gyratory compactor. Can you help me understand what data is saved and how it can be retrieved?” Of course we can help you. We provide a complete explanation on how the Pine G2 Superpave gyratory compactor handles data over a 3-part series of blog posts. The first…
Read MorePrinting Pine G2 Data from Specimen Compaction
“I need the data off of my G2 gyratory compactor. Can you help me understand what data is saved and how it can be retrieved?” Of course we can help you. We provide a complete explanation over a 3-part series of blog posts on how the Pine G2 Superpave gyratory compactor handles data. The first…
Read MorePine G2 Data Files – Storage, Naming & Formatting
“I need the data off of my G2 gyratory compactor. Can you help me understand what data is saved and how it can be retrieved?” Of course we can help you. We provide an explanation over a 3-part series of blog posts on how the Pine G2 Superpave gyratory compactor handles data. This article presents…
Read MoreMarshall Compactor Counter Replacement
“My Pine Marshall Compactor is old, real old, but it still works. Except for the counter that is. It doesn’t work right any more. Can this be fixed?” Yes, of course it can be fixed. Pine prides itself in supporting our equipment for the long haul. We sell a digital Marshall Compactor Counter Replacement for…
Read MoreLow Density of Compacted Specimens
“The density of my compacted specimens are low. What causes this problem?” A Potential Solution Check the specimen diameter setting on your machine if you are using a Pine AFGC125X, AFG1, or an AFG2. The AFGC125X can be set at 150 mm or 100 mm. The AFG1 and the AFG2 allow for 150 mm, 100…
Read MoreMy G2 is Making a Grinding Noise
“I’m hearing a grinding sound during compaction. It seems to be coming from the ram foot / base plate area. I have a Pine AFG2 gyratory compactor. Any idea what might be causing that?” A Potential Cause A grinding noise during compaction coming from the ram foot area on an AFG2 indicates improper lubrication of…
Read MoreG2 Error Code Guidance
“I was compacting a specimen with our AFG2 when the machine just stopped. Upon investigation, I discovered an error code on the display. What do I do now?” An Explanation The Pine AFG125X, AFG1, and AFG2 Gyratory Compactors all have error diagnostics programmed into the control software that help identify the root cause when a…
Read MoreQR Codes And Customer Service
Pine Test Equipment launches Quick Response (QR) Codes to enhance customer service. But first, a little history to satisfy your intellectual palate. Starting out as barcodes, quick response (QR) codes were created out of necessity…to serve growing industries like manufacturing, distribution centers, and retail to name a few. The barcode was developed in the 1950’s…
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