ARC 3200®
Our Most Popular Solution for Critical Surface Care
We proudly present the SMETS ARC 3200 – building on the success of our ARC 3000 series.
This cutting-edge system is the ultimate solution for runway rubber removal, road demarking, highway cleaning, and surface retexturing. Already earning immense praise from our global client base, including airports operators, highways maintenance, and municipal operators.
ARC 3200® – Ultimate Runway and Road Surface Cleaning Machine
The ARC 3200® is the ultimate high-capacity hydroblasting system for airport runway maintenance, road marking removal and pavement retexturing. Designed for maximum productivity, the ARC 3200® combines an ultra-wide 3,200 mm working width with advanced ultra-high-pressure waterblasting technology for large-scale infrastructure maintenance operations worldwide.
Engineered for international airports, highway authorities and specialized contractors, the ARC 3200® delivers exceptional performance for:
- Runway rubber removal
- Road and highway marking removal
- Pavement retexturing
- Surface roughening
- Airport pavement maintenance
- Industrial surface preparation
The system removes rubber deposits, thermoplastic markings and surface contamination efficiently while minimizing damage to the pavement structure. Compared to grinding or abrasive methods, hydroblasting technology provides a more environmentally friendly and pavement-preserving solution.
Maximum Productivity for Large Infrastructure Projects
With its massive 3,200 mm cleaning width, the ARC 3200® is specifically developed for high-output runway and roadway maintenance operations where minimizing closure times is critical.
The system is ideal for:
- International airport runways
- Highway rehabilitation projects
- Large-scale road marking removal
- Motorway maintenance
- Military airbases
- High-capacity pavement cleaning operations
The wide cleaning head significantly reduces the number of passes required, improving operational efficiency and lowering maintenance costs.
Sustainable Surface Maintenance Solution
SMETS Technology hydroblasting systems are designed for environmentally responsible infrastructure maintenance. The ARC 3200® performs cleaning and surface preparation without chemicals or abrasive blasting media, reducing waste generation and environmental impact.
Combined with optional water recycling systems, the ARC 3200® helps operators reduce:
- Freshwater consumption
- Wastewater disposal
- Dust generation
- Pavement damage
- Long-term maintenance costs
The ARC 3200® represents the next generation of sustainable runway and roadway maintenance technology for airports, highways and industrial infrastructure worldwide.
Design and Performances ARC 3200®
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Max. Working Width
Rubber Removal / Retexturing / Surface Cleaning:
3.200 mm
Demarking:
360mm – 700mm
02
Max. High Pressure Performance
2.500 / 3.000 bar
03
TANK VOLUME
25 m³
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Max. Pump Performance
83 l / min
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Speed during operation
3 – 80 m/min (0.18 – 4.80 km/h)
steplessly adjustable
06
Rotation of nozzles
0 – 2.500 rpm
steplessly adjustable
07
Rubber Removal Performance
Low layer removal (up to 2 mm): up to 6,000 m²/h
Middle layer removal (up to 4 mm): up to 3,600 m²/h
High layer removal (over 5 mm): up to 2,500 m²/h
08
Linear Paint Removal Performance
2,800 – 4,400* linear m/h
* Applicable for 1 layer of paint (standard thickness of 0.8 mm).
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Thermoplastic Removal Performance
2,400 – 4,000 linear m/h
Thermoplastic spray removal (up to 0.8 mm)
Thermoplastic flat line removal (up to 5 mm)
Thermoplastic dot line removal (up to 5 mm)
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Possible Cleaning Options
Grinding device & Front-arm
