Tack Coat Distributor
8-12 weeks. Contact us for current availability.
Tack coat distributor for applying asphalt emulsion before overlay and patching operations. Ensures proper bonding between pavement layers.
Even emulsion distribution
Adjustable spray width
Heated tank maintains emulsion temperature
Hand wand for spot applications
Truck or trailer-mounted options
Easy cleanup design
Road departments and paving contractors that need to apply tack coat before overlay and patching operations. Proper tack application is the difference between a patch that bonds permanently and one that peels up in the first freeze-thaw cycle.
Tack coat application before asphalt overlay operations
Pothole preparation for permanent hot-mix patches
Utility cut preparation before backfill and overlay
Spot tack application with hand wand for small repairs
Even emulsion distribution with adjustable spray width puts the right amount of tack where you need it, not too much (which creates a slip plane) and not too little (which lets the patch delaminate). Heated tank maintains emulsion temperature for consistent application, and the hand wand handles spot applications that the spray bar can't reach.
Crews currently applying tack coat with hand-held sprayers, brush application, or skipping tack entirely and wondering why patches fail prematurely.
For very small-scale patching operations where tack is only needed occasionally, a hand-held tack sprayer may be more practical than a dedicated distributor unit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the Tack Coat Distributor best suited for?
Road departments and paving contractors that need to apply tack coat before overlay and patching operations. Proper tack application is the difference between a patch that bonds permanently and one that peels up in the first freeze-thaw cycle.
What are the main applications for the Tack Coat Distributor?
The Tack Coat Distributor is ideal for: Tack coat application before asphalt overlay operations; Pothole preparation for permanent hot-mix patches; Utility cut preparation before backfill and overlay; Spot tack application with hand wand for small repairs.
What sets the Tack Coat Distributor apart from other tack distributors?
Even emulsion distribution with adjustable spray width puts the right amount of tack where you need it, not too much (which creates a slip plane) and not too little (which lets the patch delaminate). Heated tank maintains emulsion temperature for consistent application, and the hand wand handles spot applications that the spray bar can't reach.
When should I consider a different model instead of the Tack Coat Distributor?
For very small-scale patching operations where tack is only needed occasionally, a hand-held tack sprayer may be more practical than a dedicated distributor unit.
What is the typical upgrade path from the Tack Coat Distributor?
Crews currently applying tack coat with hand-held sprayers, brush application, or skipping tack entirely and wondering why patches fail prematurely.
Interested in the Tack Coat Distributor?
Our Stepp Mfg specialists can answer your questions, provide pricing, or schedule a hands-on demo.