Who We Are

Roadmaster Patchers:
A 30-Year Labour Of Engineering Love

Liam McNamee, Founder, Roadmaster

The Roadmaster Story

In the summer of 1996, our founder Liam McNamee was intrigued to see some of the first-generation American Spray Patchers in operation while travelling. Liam was fascinated by the idea, immediately recognising the benefit it could bring to Ireland’s labour-intensive road maintenance process, and as an engineer, he was also struck by the potential to innovate and develop the machines further.

So began many years of trial, error, and progress, until the first Roadmaster machine hit the Irish roads in 1999. A sustained 25-year passion for engineering and innovation coupled with deep customer collaboration now delivers the most advanced single-operator spray patchers in the world.

The evolution of

Spray Patching Technology

1980s

First Spray Patchers

Velocity patching (also known as spray patching or jetpatching) emerges in the US as an alternative to asphalt hotbox repair with basic truck-mounted machines.

1980
1990s

Gaining popularity

As more manufacturers are now making these machines, the engineering improves. Roadmaster is founded in Ireland.

1990
2000s

A foothold in Europe

Roadmaster’s sustained innovation and advanced engineering capabilities sees its machines going into operation across Ireland and the UK.

2000
2010s

Rising popularity across Europe

As manufacturers further advance machine capability and reliability, more road authorities and councils increase their use of spray patchers.

2010
2020s

Complete transitions

By 2020 many road authorities and maintenance contractors use the spray patching process as an essential part of their road maintenance strategy.

 

2020

Excellence in Engineering

Roadmaster velocity patchers are designed with users at heart. Engineered to perform and built to last.

25
Years
Relentless innovation and development.
15
Years
Each velocity patcher has a lifespan of up to 15 years.
5
Awards
Dedicated to ensuring safe road conditions for all.
1
Leader
Most advanced velocity patcher in the world.

Roadmaster makes safe, high-quality roads accessible for all.

Through 3 decades of refinement, we developed the most advanced machines that turn the traditional road maintenance process on its head. Roadmaster makes safe, high-quality roads accessible for all, in a more labour, cost and carbon efficient way.

Donal McNamee, Managing Director, Roadmaster.

Innovation

Roadmaster is committed to continued innovation with our range of machines. Bring us a problem and we’ll build you a solution!

Progression

Our goal is to progress the road maintenance industry to ensure stronger, greener, safer roads for everyone to enjoy.

Collaboration

We work with our clients to deliver Roadmaster spray patching machines to suit their precise needs.

Commitment

We are committed to improving road conditions for all users and are long-time members of RSTA and MRF in France.

Pride

We take pride in everything we do, and we work hard to ensure the continued advancement of the road maintenance industry.

Let’s Talk

Get in touch to discuss how Roadmaster can help you turn the tide on road maintenance. Fill out the form and one of our team will be in touch to arrange an exploratory call.

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