Category Archives: G1
Printing Pine G1 Data from Specimen Compaction
“The DOT now requires that we print the compaction data directly from the gyro. We use a G1. Can you help me?” Yes, we can help you. We provide an explanation of related topics for a Pine G1 Superpave gyratory compactor in a 3-part blog series. The first article discusses the basics—the data collected, G1…
Read MoreSaving Pine G1 Data from Specimen Compaction
“The DOT now requires that we print the compaction data directly from the gyro. We use a G1. Can you help me?” Yes, we can help you. We provide an explanation of related topics on a Pine G1 Superpave gyratory compactor in a 3-part blog series. The first article discusses the basics—the data collected, G1…
Read MorePine G1 Data Files – Content, Capacity, Naming, Type
“The DOT now requires that we print the compaction data directly from the gyro. We use a G1. Can you help me?” Yes, we can help you. We provide an explanation of related topics for a Pine G1 Superpave gyratory compactor in a 3-part blog series. This first article discusses the basics—the data collected, G1…
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 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 MorePine Recommends Line Conditioner
Pine recommends using a line conditioner with all 120 volt variants of the AFG1 and AFG2 gyratory compactors. These include AFG1A, AFG1AS, AFG2A, and AFG2AS. What is a Line Conditioner? A line conditioner is an electrical device that automatically responds to limited over- and under-voltages that would otherwise adversely affect operation of your machine. Approximately…
Read MoreChanging the Batteries in a G1
What kind of reminder or habit do you have for remembering to change the battery in your fire alarm? Maybe you do it January 1st every year. Maybe you put a reminder on your calendar. However you do it, you realize the importance of having a good battery in place and you have developed some kind…
Read MoreG1 Floppy Drive Upgrade Kit
The 3.5” floppy drive was state-of-the-art data management technology when the G1 was developed in the mid 1990’s. The 3.5” floppy drive allows a G1 user to save test data electronically. It provides an electronic calibration data backup for cases of CPU failure or calibration blunders. It affords a user the means to retrieve diagnostic…
Read MoreThe Pine G1 Controls Upgrade Kit
Your Pine G1 Gyratory Compactor has served you well. It’s been reliable. When you needed it, it performed. It’s been durable. The oldest machines are approaching 20 years of service. Your lab technicians know the machine well. It’s feels like an old friend. But what just happened? The machine went dead. Your efforts to revive…
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