03/06/2026
Thumbs up for Edge Detection from Vögele!
Schwetzingen near Heidelberg, Germany – Relaxed operators, precise paving, reduced material consumption: The laser sensor from Vögele impressed the paving crew during the recent rehabilitation of a federal highway. Using the edge follower, operators can automatically adjust the paver’s screed width along a joint.
Here’s how it works:
✅ The Edge Detection sensor attached to the side plate scans a 70° area and detects edges with a profile of at least 2 cm.
✅ When the screed operator activates the function, the respective screed extension automatically follows the edge.
Find out more in our detailed job report: https://www.wirtgen-group.com/efficient-paving-with-edge-detection-heidelberg-voegele