OVERVIEW

SSI’s Walking Profiler, model CS8800, is a true walking speed surface profiling instrument capable of generating numerous ride quality statistics and precise depictions of localized roughness. Distilled from SSI’s profilograph and inertial profiling system technology, the CS8800 records the surface profile by measuring precise movements of distance and elevation changes that are processed with SSI’s proprietary data collection electronics and advanced digital filtering methods. The system generates commonly used ride indices such as IRI, simulated PRI, Floor Flatness, and other commonly used expressions of surface quality. Localized roughness is also precisely captured both in its longitudinal location and height dimensions. Powered by a Windows XP computer with a wireless interface, the CS8800 pairs cutting edge electronic technology with SSI’s feature rich profiling application software. Raw data exports to commonly used formats, including ERD, PRO, ASCII and Excel. The CS8800 collapses into a portable container that can be easily transported or shipped.

 

 

 

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 HARDWARE FEATURES
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Sampling Interval and Data outputs equivalent to Class I profiling devices.

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Multiple sensor inputs (Encoder/Inclinometer) processed with SSI patented data collection electronics and digital data filtering technology.

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Self-balancing frame precision-machined frame professionally engineered by James Cox.

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Collect profile data in any direction of profiler movement.

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MS-Windows computer allows quick operator training and field readiness.

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Hardware collapses into portable shipping container. 

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Wireless display communicates with internal data collection computer; Optional Panasonic Toughbook outdoor use lap-top computer for use in field or office.

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View and print profile data on office computers or in field with optional onboard printer. 

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High capacity battery power supply. 

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Collapsible frame requires no assembly.

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Easy, computer instructed calibration, data collection, and analysis routines.

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On-site calibration and factory certified operator training available.

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Full service customer support (on-site, telephone, e-mail).

 
SOFTWARE FEATURES
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Reports IRI, PRI, RN, Floor Flatness indices, and exact dimensions of Localized Roughness

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Outputs longitudinal profile, elevation data, and simulated transverse profile in multiple raw data formats.

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Multiple profile trace reporting allows cross-surface analysis of parallel profile traces (patented by SSI).

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Instantaneous test results and on-screen viewing of profile traces and reports.

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“Append-to-Data” capability can attach new data to existing data file; allows comparison of original surface condition with corrected surface.

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True walking speed data collection.

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Profile data can be viewed on-screen in field or office, printed to any Windows printer, and downloaded and sent as e-mail attachments.

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User-selectable data acquisition parameters (English or Metric, direction of stationing, profile indices, and data filtering settings).

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Industry leading  Windows data collection and analysis software.

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Encrypted profile data can be analyzed repeatedly under different data parameters.

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Meets or exceeds agency specifications and test methods.

 
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS*

Device Rating

World Bank and ASTME950 Standards - Class 1 Profiling Device.

Test Results

As selected among available profile indices, including IRI, PI (index and localized roughness values), RN, floor flatness.  Results generated instantaneously.

Outputs

True profile; height and slope versus distance. 

Measurement Units

English/Metric (variable, re-writeable).

Operating Speed

1.0– 4.0 mph (1.6-6.4 km/hr).

Sensors

Optical encoder(s), precision inclinometer(s).

Data Sampling

Variable, default = 6 in (150mm).

Sampling Interval

0.5 in (12mm).

Angular/Height Resolution

+/- 15º (range); min. +/- 0.2% (level); 0.0002 in (0.005mm).

Longitudinal (Distance) Resolution

+/- .025%.

Power Supply

Weatherproof, rechargeable, NiMH,12V batteries; Notebook PC powered by internal batteries [second battery (media pocket) available].  System Battery Life: 4-8 hours. 

Weight

50lb/22.7kg (approximate), without Toughbook computer, battery or carrying case.

Dimensions

34.5” (L) x 18.0” (W) x 12.125” (H)[collapsed, 36.5” with handle extended).

Environmental

Operating Temperature:  32-140ºF (0 to 60C).

Data Collection Electronics

SSI proprietary collection system electronics and software, patent pending.

Operator Computer

Wireless (802.11) Panasonic Toughbook rugged notebook PC with touchscreen controls.

On-Board Printer

Optional.

Data Storage

Min. 5GB; Max 60GB (depending on notebook hard drive capacity); data transferable through flash memory storage media or optional wireless LAN.

Data Format

SSI re-writeable formats (ptd/thd).  Export routines (supplied) for ERD, PRO, ASCII.

* Specifications based on prototype development objectives and are subject to change without notice.

 

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