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Trip Hazard Removal With SMITH

Trip hazards present a safety risk for cities, municipalities, and property managers everywhere. They are typically defined as a vertical change of at least 1/4 inch and often occur at joints and cracks in sidewalks because of many factors such as tree roots and freeze-thaw cycles in cooler climates.

SMITH's drum scarifiers paired with QuikCut™ PCD shaving drums are ideal for removing trip hazards. Unlike traditional scarifiers which pummel the surface and leave unsightly grooves, SMITH's solution uses revolutionary polycrystalline diamond technology to gently shave the surface. This enables you to remove trip hazards in minutes while leaving a professional surface finish.

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QuikCut PCD Diamond Cutters

Key Benefits

  • Speed – removes trip hazards 3X faster than traditional scarifiers
  • No Damage – shaves the surface to leave a nice profile
  • Low Vibration – reduces operator fatigue and creates a longer life span for the equipment
  • Flexibility – great for removing coatings and traffic markings
  • Longer Life – SMITH QuikCut PCD cutters last 30X longer than traditional carbide cutters
SMITH QuikCut PCD cutters are available in three different styles to create your desired profile.

QuikCut PCD - Flat

Creates a flat profile that is ideal for traffic paint and thin coatings.

QuikCut PCD - Fine

Creates light profile that provides increased adhesion for durable traffic markings and floor coatings.

QuikCut PCD - Coarse

Creates coarse profile that is ideal for thick coatings and aggressive removal.

Compatible SMITH Scarifiers

Smith FS209 Scarifier

SMITH's FS209 light-duty scarifier is great for removing trip hazards and smaller traffic markings. This highly portable system packs a ton of capability into a light, compact package that is easy to load into the back of a truck. This makes it ideal for tackling multiple smaller jobs quickly or working in urban areas with limited parking.

Product Features:
  • Cuts a path up to 8 in wide
  • Highly portable design for increased mobility
  • Reliable 9 HP Honda gasoline engine
  • Depth control lever and dial for fine-tuning your removal depth
  • Adjustable handlebars and vibration-reducing grips for operator comfort

Smith SPS10 and SPS10 DCS Scarifier

SMITH's SPS10 and SPS10 DCS high production scarifiers are ideal for removing tough pavement markings and leveling trip hazards. The SPS10 DCS builds on the proven capability of the SPS10 by adding SMITH's electronic DCS Depth Control System, which allows operators to precisely control their cut depth with the push of a button.

Product Features:
  • Removes paths up to 10 in wide
  • Heavy duty steel construction with sealed bearings for long service life
  • Reliable 13 HP Honda gasoline engine
  • Adjustable DCS Depth Control System for precise cut control (DCS model only)
  • Compatible with SR-25 Ride-On Driver for increased productivity and reduced fatigue

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