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Slide-in asphalt patching unit
Thermo-Lay Slide-In Asphalt Patching Units
Thermo-Lay slide-in units drop into a dump truck or plow truck body, giving crews a self-contained asphalt patcher without permanently converting the truck.
Available sizes
2, 4.25, and 6.25 yd
Install style
Forklift loaded, corner latched
Power
Integral hydraulic power
Hopper capacity
7,830-24,500 lb
Where it fits
A removable Thermo-Lay patcher for existing dump or plow trucks.
The slide-in is the Thermo-Lay format for fleets that want to repurpose a dump truck or plow truck for asphalt patching.
Thermo-Lay describes the unit as self-contained with an integral hydraulic power system. Crews place it in the truck dump body with a forklift and latch the corners to secure it.
This makes the slide-in a practical seasonal tool for fleets that need patching capability but cannot dedicate a truck to patching all year.
Drops into an existing dump body
Self-contained hydraulic power system
2, 4.25, and 6.25 yd build options
Seasonal flexibility for dump and plow truck fleets
Same Thermo-Lay radiant oil heat and no-clog delivery system
Feature details
Built around the repair workflow
No-Clog Material Delivery
Thermo-Lay pairs an auger, anti-bridge bar, and 30 in swivel chute with available release-agent auto spray to keep material moving.
CAN Bus Controls
CAN bus architecture and touchscreen controls simplify wiring, troubleshooting, and operator workflow compared with old patching bodies.
Crew-First Safety
Multiple emergency stops, lockouts, strobes, arrow boards, reflectors, fire extinguishers, and first-aid kits help protect field crews.
Technical specs
Available unit sizes
2 yd, 4.25 yd, and 6.25 yd
Hopper capacities
7,830 lb, 16,000 lb, and 24,500 lb
Unit dimensions
82 x 78 x 63 in; 136 x 78 x 63 in; 190 x 78 x 63 in
Unit weights
4,500 lb; 9,000 lb; 11,250 lb
Final weight varies with selected options and chassis.
Minimum chassis
17,500 lb single axle; 33,000 lb single axle; 46,000 lb tandem axle
Hydraulic / solvent / waste tanks
25 / 5 / 5 gal or 25 / 10 / 10 gal by configuration
Heat transfer fluid
55, 110, or 165 gal
Conveyance
Auger, anti-bridge bar, and 30 in swivel chute
Heat system
Radiant oil heat with 350 kBTU propane burner
Overnight heat
9 kW heater
Auger material
AR400 steel auger with AR514 steel trough
Options
Arrow board, work lights, tack tank, water tank, hydraulic tools, compactor/roller storage
Photo gallery
Slide-Ins photos and details
Common questions
Answers buyers search for
What is the Thermo-Lay Slide-In Asphalt Patching Units best used for?
Dump truck fleets, plow truck fleets, seasonal patching programs, and agencies that need removable heated asphalt patching capability. Closner can help confirm whether the Slide-Ins fits your crew size, material workflow, route length, and fleet strategy.
Who supports the Slide-Ins in Texas?
Closner Equipment supports pothole patching and asphalt repair equipment in Texas with sales guidance, available inventory conversations, parts, and service coordination.
How does a Thermo-Lay slide-in unit install?
Thermo-Lay describes the slide-in as being placed into the dump body with a forklift and secured by latching the corners.
What trucks are slide-in patchers best for?
Slide-in patchers are a strong fit for dump trucks and plow trucks that need seasonal asphalt repair capability without a permanent body conversion.
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