Contractor Testimonial: Pavijet MG7 Mini Asphalt Paver
In this contractor testimonial, an experienced operator explains how the Pavijet MG7 mini asphalt paver eliminates 2–3 shovel workers on asphalt repair jobs. When it comes to asphalt repair and small paving jobs, labor can quickly become the biggest challenge. Many contractors still rely on crews of workers shoveling asphalt by hand to spread material — a slow and physically demanding process.
But according to experienced operator Ray Aldama, the Pavijet MG7 mini asphalt paver is changing the way contractors approach these jobs.
Ray has spent more than a decade working in the asphalt industry and frequently operates skid steers for multiple companies. After working with the Pavijet MG7, he quickly saw how the machine could transform job site productivity.
Eliminating Labor on Asphalt Jobs
One of the most immediate benefits Ray noticed was the reduction in manpower needed to complete a job.
Traditionally, asphalt repair crews rely on multiple shovel workers to spread and manage asphalt behind a truck. With the Pavijet MG7, much of that manual work disappears.
As Ray explains in the video:
“You eliminate two to three guys off the bat.”
By allowing trucks to dump asphalt directly into the machine’s hopper, the MG7 distributes material evenly and consistently, eliminating the need for several shovel workers.
For contractors struggling to find labor or trying to reduce job site costs, that difference can be significant.
Faster Asphalt Placement
Reducing labor is only part of the story. The MG7 also allows contractors to place asphalt faster and more efficiently.
Because the machine spreads material evenly, crews spend less time correcting uneven piles or manually moving asphalt around the job site. This results in smoother operations and faster project completion.
Contractors using the MG7 report completing thousands of feet of asphalt work per day while using smaller crews.
For companies focused on efficiency, this combination of speed and labor reduction can dramatically improve profitability.
Why Contractors Like the Pavijet MG7
The Pavijet MG7 mini asphalt paver was designed specifically for smaller paving and repair projects where large pavers simply aren’t practical.
Common applications include:
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Parking lot repairs
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Utility cuts
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Sidewalk and trail paving
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Small road repairs
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Patch work and maintenance jobs
Because the MG7 is compact and easy to maneuver, it fits into tight areas where larger paving equipment cannot operate.
At the same time, it provides a level of consistency and efficiency that manual labor simply cannot match.
A Better Way to Handle Asphalt Repair
For contractors who have spent years relying on shovel crews, the MG7 offers a modern alternative that improves both productivity and working conditions.
Machines like the Pavijet MG7 allow smaller crews to accomplish more work in less time — something that is increasingly important as labor shortages continue across the construction industry.
As more contractors discover these benefits, compact paving equipment is becoming a key tool for asphalt repair operations.
Watch the Contractor Testimonial
If you want to hear directly from an operator who uses the machine in the field, watch the video above featuring Ray Aldama discussing his experience with the Pavijet MG7.
