Model: EEWA550AL
In just under two minutes, the Arago V3D aligner provides highly accurate alignment measurement, complete with visual representation identifying current and optimal settings. This represents a 70% reduction in time versus conventional alignment methods. A computerized interface features clear and simple graphics to guide the user through the required steps, both for measurement and adjustment. It’s actually so easy to perform alignments with the Arago, sometimes you forget it’s one of the most highly advanced pieces of service equipment money can buy.
- No cumbersome setup steps.
- No waiting on your system to process readings.
- No customer comebacks due to calibration issues.
But what will amaze you most is higher revenue from faster, more accurate alignment services!
→ Enhanced Productivity Software
→ Universal Wheel Clamps & Optional Clamp Accessories
→ V3D Imaging Technology
→ DigiSmartTM - A John Bean Exclusive
→ VODI: Precision Alignment Starts Here
→ Pro 32 Software: The Speed of Alignment
→ Features
→ Specifications
Enhanced Productivity Software
Advanced Suspension Analysis
John Bean’s exclusive Scrub Radius* feature measures the distance from the intersection of the SAI with the ground to the center of the tire contact point. This measurement becomes increasingly important as suspension modifications and custom tire and wheel packages grow in popularity. The system provides a simple graphic representation of the vehicle’s Caster Trail*, SAI and Included Angle measurements - all important factors in a complete suspension analysis.
Pro AckermanTM*/Steering Symmetry
This process provides graphic displays with information that can be used to uncover issues related to unequal length tie rods, an out of parallel steering rack, bent steering arms or mis-matched parts.
EZ-Toe*
This feature provides a method of quickly adjusting the front toe. It allows the front wheel to be turned to access difficult adjustment points, eliminating redundant steps in front toe adjustments.
Rolling Radius®
This tire-measuring system detects differences in size or diameter in tires. Allows accurate measurements even if the tires are not properly inflated. No need to repeat alignments because of failure to check tire pressure prior to performing alignment.
TIP (Target Imaging Pointer)*
An optional feature that offers quick and simple optical ride height measurement via a guided procedure, and can be overridden for non-optical ride height measurement through conventional means.
Wheel Dimensioning Plus*
Displays live 3D measurements of diagonal calculations to indicate possible frame or unibody damage, especially that which requires correction before alignment.
EZ-Access Software*
For vehicles on which tire size or body style makes adjustments difficult, our software allows a "wheels off" alignment. It’s perfect for quick and easy installment of aftermarket suspension kits as well as OEM adjustments.
Intuitive Measurement
Measurement of caster, toe-out on turns and maximum steering angle can be done by simply turning the steering wheel ONCE to the left and right. The system recognizes your steering input and anticipates the next measurement.
Animated Adjustment Aid
Technicians benefit from on-screen visual aids for vehicle-specific adjustments, including instructions, comments and necessary tools.
Cradle Adjust
This feature automatically guides the Technician through steps to center the sub-frame, greatly simplifying adjustments to these vehicles.
Customer Database
Search by customer name, telephone number, vehicle registration number or VIN for previous customer and vehicle information.
Diagnostic Selection Menu
With a simple keystroke, open the advanced diagnostic menu, where each procedure walks you through the diagnosis and adjustment step-by-step.
OEM Wizards
The system provides measurements, procedures and adjustments specified by OEMs worldwide, ensuring your vehicle is maintained to exact original specifications.
Ride Height Measurement
Some OEMs require ride height measurements in order to calculate proper alignment specs for that specific vehicle.
A-Arm Adjust
Achieve precise setting of difficult A-Arm adjustments, without the use of manual calculations or approximation.
Toe Curve
This feature measures changes in front toe as suspension height changes, which can effect vehicle handling.
*Patented and/or Patent Pending Features
Universal Wheel Clamps & Optional Clamp Accessories
Our Universal Wheel Clamps are made from Aluminum and allow for light weight handling, with heavy-duty chrome rods and a nickel-plated screw. In addition, we give the clamp a silver finish to provide durability and corrosion resistance.
The outer claws of the clamp provide a clamping range to fit 15" to 25" wheels. The inner claws of the clamp provide a clamping range to fit 11" to 20" wheels.
The clamps thin profile tip fits most wheel/tire combinations. The extended tip with its thin profile allows clamping over plastic wheel covers.
Optional Tire Clamp Adapter
The optional Tire Clamp Adapter (P/N: EAK0268J63A) allows accurate clamping without the risk of scratching the wheel finish. Tire clamps provide secure attachment to the wheel while plastic sleeves are placed over the standard claws to ensure proper placement and wheel protection.
Optional Clamp Extensions
The optional Clamp Extensions (P/N: EAK0268J62A) increase the maximum clamping diameter of the wheel clamp to 30".
The Arago uses live, computerized 3D modeling and high-resolution cameras, rather than electronic gravity sensors or heads used by conventional systems (which have to be leveled each time). Because it performs a 3D axis of rotation calculation, the Arago’s imaging systems output true 3D measurements. This imaging results in true unmatched 3D measurements of scrub radius, caster trail, rolling radius and accurate rolling run-out.
The Arago’s movable camera booms allow the equipment to accomodate a large range of vehicles and a wide range of rack heights, unlike most aligners in the industry. Not only is this a major enhancer of productivity, but also ergonomics (a combination not possible with fixed boom systems). Repeated manual calibrations and other adjustments related to lift height and plane are eliminated.
Our proprietary system models the spindle axis of the vehicle’s wheels, as well as the plane of the vehicle itself. The geometric relationships of the individual wheel planes to the other wheels and to the common vehicle plane are measured. This forms the basis for the vehicle’s wheel alignment in three dimensional space. No need for leveling the rack, unlike other systems in the industry. The computer compares the results to the stored manufacturer’s specifications and precisely directs you through the adjustment.
DigismartTM - A John Bean Exclusive
AragoTM utilizes three synchronized DigiSmartTM cameras. Two remain aimed and focused on the targets attached to each wheel on the vehicle, while the third, located in the left camera pod, is aimed and focused on the right camera pod. The cameras track all four vehicle targets automatically and at any height. The system continually and automatically calibrates, eliminating a need for manual calibration required by other systems.
Arago’s DigiSmartTM camera system allows you to perform vehicle measurements and adjustments at the safest and most convenient height - from the floor to maximum height. With the Arago system, every vehicle which enters a shop can easily have the wheel alignment checked in a matter of minutes without ever lifting the vehicle. If adjustments are needed, the vehicle can be lifted to a comfortable height for adjustment and the camera system will automatically track the vehicle movement with no operator interaction, a true timesaver. This is not possible with any other camera system. This safety and comfort factor has the added benefit of creating favorable working conditions to attract and keep experienced & qualified technicians.
Vodi: Precision Alignment Starts Here
The Arago system’s multi-processor cameras with Vehicle Orientation Directional Indicators (VODI) help you make precise alignments. A graphic overlay around each camera provides convenient visual directional assistance to you during the alignment measurements (Click picture to enlarge). This eliminates having to leave your work position or reposition the main monitor/cabinet assembly in order to receive system cues. The VODI display on each camera depicts the vehicle layout. The unique horizontal camera adjustment provides a full range of vehicle coverage within the smallest shop space of any camera-based wheel aligner in the industry. The infra-red camera system "invisibly" illuminates wheel targets, which eliminates the flashing red lights used by other systems.
Pro 32 Software: The Speed of Alignment
To ensure your ability to align any car that enters your shop, John Bean releases revised specification updates for new vehicles 3 times per year. No other company keeps you more current than John Bean. These updates add to a complete historical automobile database that goes back 30 years.
You can print an easy-to-understand full color report of an automobile’s alignment readings both before and after service, enhancing customer confidence and loyalty.
Training is built into Pro 32 software in the form of an easy-to-follow help system. The system provides color-illustrated step-by-step instructions which allow new users to learn the system at their own pace. This self-guided process frees time for more experienced technicians who would under other circumstances be required to train new employees.
Pro 32 features system networking capability, allowing you to enhance shop management with the help of i-SHOPTM and Shop KeyTM in North America, and ASANetTM in Europe. You can maintain consistent access to all current automotive specifications and resource libraries provided by these sources. As well, you can access and update customer records for the life of an automobile allowing review of its ride quality statistics upon each service visit.
Windows-based Pro 32 software was designed with the user in mind. This versatile & user-friendly application, enhanced by a graphics-driven interface, offers many unique advanced features that help to make this system the right choice for your shop.
The most apparent of these features is speed. This can easily be seen in the Arago’s instant processing of information. The Arago also directs you through the most efficient series of steps for any alignment procedure, further enhancing system speed. Clear and simple icons guide you quickly to the desired program step, for both measurement and adjustment as illustrated by the main menu.
Pro 32 software gives the Arago unmatched speed, accuracy & resource capability, resulting in the most complete alignment system on the market.
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