ROLLER COMPACTOR

A roller compactor is a heavy machine used in construction and civil engineering for compacting soil, asphalt, and other materials. The primary purpose of a roller compactor is to increase the density of materials by applying pressure through rolling or vibrating actions. It is commonly used in road construction, earthwork projects, and the laying of foundations to ensure that the ground or surface is stable, smooth, and firm.

How Roller Compactors Work:
  • Compaction Process: The machine moves forward or backward, pressing the material underneath it. As it rolls over the material, the force from the weight of the roller and, in some models, vibration, compacts the material to a desired density.
  • Vibration: In vibratory roller compactors, vibrations increase the efficiency of compaction by reducing air pockets in the soil, which allows for higher density compaction in less time.
Uses:
  • Road Construction: To compact layers of asphalt or soil to create a stable foundation for roads.
  • Soil Stabilization: In construction projects where soil needs to be compacted to ensure a strong base for buildings or pavements.
  • Landfill Compaction: To compact waste in landfill sites.
  • Foundation Work: Ensuring a solid base for structures.

Energy Type: Diesel

Capacity: 7-10 TONS

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