There are many wear items on a paver. For that reason, Reposa says the ability to easily change worn out components like screed plates is crucial for long machine life. “General ease of maintenance and access for maintenance will help make operation more efficient and reduce down time as well,” he notes. “Putting 600 hours on a machine would be a solid, profitable year for a gravity-fed, tilt-hopper paver. And with proper maintenance, 600 hours is an attainable goal.”