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Compaction

From Rollers to Rammers, Let’s Find the Right Tools for Solid Groundwork

Compaction is essential to creating a stable base on construction and landscaping jobsites. At Compact Equipment, we cover the full range of light and heavy compaction tools designed for different applications. Twin-drum vibratory rollers are a go-to choice for asphalt paving, delivering smooth, even finishes on roads, paths and parking lots. Trench rollers excel in confined spaces, tackling backfill work and pipeline installations with efficiency. For tighter spots and smaller projects, rammers provide deep impact force to compact cohesive soils, while plate compactors are ideal for granular materials like gravel and sand.

Our compaction coverage spans new product launches, technology trends, maintenance tips and buying guides, giving contractors the insights they need to choose the right tool for the job. Whether you’re paving a roadway, backfilling a trench or prepping a foundation, Compact Equipment highlights the machines that deliver efficiency, productivity and long-lasting ground stability. Some examples of compact compaction equipment include:

Dynapac Double Drum Asphalt Rollers | Bobcat Rammers | Bomag Vibratory Plates

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Bobcat Expands into the Light Compaction Equipment Industry with 9 Machines
October 17, 2022
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Doosan Portable Power to Exhibit New Light Compaction Line at World of Concrete Next Week (We’ll Be There)
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CASE Introduces SV215E and SV217E Single-Drum Vibratory Rollers
November 23, 2021
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BOMAG Americas & CMW Equipment Expand Coverage in Missouri and Southern Illinois

BOMAG Americas recently announced an expanding partnership with CMW Equipment in Missouri. “Joining with BOMAG Americas to provide the...

November 22, 2021
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Curb Roller Manufacturing Debuts Lynx Modular Roller Screed

Curb Roller Manufacturing, the world leader in shaped concrete roller screeds, introduces its first modular screed system, the patent pendin...

September 8, 2021
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BOMAG 8500 Multipurpose Compactor: ‘We Couldn’t Do Our Job Without It’

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July 8, 2021
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CASE Announces New E Series Compact Vibratory Rollers

New line of compact double drum and combination vibratory rollers offer intuitive controls and a redesigned operator interface for improved ...

March 6, 2020
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Allen Engineering Introduces the All-New HDX780 Riding Trowel

Allen Engineering, a leader in concrete finishing equipment, recently announced the debut of the all-new 2020 HDX780 Riding Trowel. The HDX7...

January 29, 2020
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In the off-highway equipment industry, most of the machine options are already pretty fantastic. Skid steers that boast insane hydraulic pow...

November 26, 2019
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Allen Engineering Introduces All-New HDX600 Hydra-Drive Riding Trowel

Allen Engineering, a leader in concrete finishing equipment, announced the debut of the 2019 HDX600 Riding Trowel. The new HDX600 is a hydra...

November 1, 2019
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