Walk-Behind Compaction

It’s time to transform compaction from an art to a science. Find out how intelligent compaction technology helps you achieve compaction specs in fewer passes — and how that translates into money saved.
Intelligent Compaction 101: How It Works and How You Benefit
It’s time to transform compaction from an art to a science. Find out how intelligent compaction technology helps you achieve compaction specs in fewer passes — and how that translates into money saved.
December 4, 2023
Seismic technology automatically determines the optimal frequency of the material being compacted, resulting in fewer passes.
Compaction Equipment Trends for Rental Houses
November 7, 2023
Powered by the Honda eGX battery platform, the LFe 60 LAT compactor is equipped with a push-start button, transport wheels, low-vibrations and a handle that folds for compact transport.
Husqvarna Unveils LFe 60 LAT Battery-Powered Compactor
August 10, 2023
BOMAG Americas, Inc.'s BPR45/45 provides operators an 8.4 hp Honda GX270 engine and 10,116 pounds of centrifugal force.
Compactors and Rollers for All Seasons
June 8, 2023
This latest expansion of product offerings is designed for construction, roadwork and landscaping.
Bobcat Rolls Out Light Compaction Machines
October 27, 2022
Ap18 Updates To Gp12 Vibrator Plates Resized
Updates to Single Direction GP12, GP15 and GP18 Vibratory Plates
March 30, 2021
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Nominations Now Open for the Equipment Today Contractors’ Top 50 New Products
The 2024 award will highlight the best new product introductions and enhancements in the construction industry. Submissions close May 24.
March 4, 2024
Jobs that can rack up 10,000 hours on a diesel machine might add 6,000 hours or 7,000 hours to a comparable electric machine.
Challenges & Benefits of Moving to Electric Equipment
As emission regulations tighten, construction equipment power sources will evolve, but adoption will be gradual.
February 28, 2024
Tips to Protect Your Portable Compressor Year Round
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March 1, 2024
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The MQ Mikasa MVH508GH Reversible Plate Compactor
The MQ Mikasa MVH508GH Reversible Plate Compactor
February 10, 2021
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Weber MT SRV 300 Rammer
Weber MT introduces its lightweight SRV 300 vibrating rammer specifically designed for compacting around conduits or pipe supports with one-centimeter accuracy.
April 6, 2018
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Doosan Light Compaction Products
Product line includes the RX264H upright rammer, BXR-300H reversible vibratory plate compactor and the SX-170H walk-behind vibratory roller
November 1, 2016
Light compaction equipment, including plate compactors and rammers, are good additions to an equipment fleet because of the high ROI potential.
Selecting Compaction Equipment that Won’t Crush your Profits
Concrete contractors put a ton of faith into their equipment and tools. To avoid downtime and maximize ROI, look for equipment that brings success, from site preparation to the finished work.
August 16, 2016
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Mikasa MRH800GS Walk-behind Compactor
August 4, 2016
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NPE Adds Another Hotel for 2017 in Nashville
Contractors looking to get a jump on hotel registration for National Pavement Expo, Feb. 1-4 2017 in Nashville, TN, can reserve hotel rooms now through the Hotel/Travel link at www.nationalpavementexpo.com. Don't delay, rooms are filling fast!
June 14, 2016
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Weber VPR 700 Paver Roller
It's increasingly popular to use large-size slabs for hardscape projects, so Weber MT has introduced the VPR 700 paver roller for compacting these materials in a gentle and efficient manner.
January 12, 2016
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Wacker Neuson RD7 Double-drum Walk-behind Rollers
Designed for a wide range of soil and asphalt compaction applications and available with a choice of diesel or gasoline engines
January 7, 2016
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Know Your Compaction Facts
A solid understanding of soil types, as well as a firm grasp of the different types of machines and the applications they're designed for, can help ensure successful soil compaction during construction.
May 28, 2015
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Mikasa MRH601DS Walk-behind Roller
January 15, 2014
DX-700E Walk-behind Compactor
October 30, 2012
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Light Compaction Equipment
October 30, 2012
Atlas Copco's LP series vibratory trench roller (LP8504 shown) is available in a Bluetooth-based remote control.
Atlas Copco Light Compaction Equipment
Range includes tampers, forward plates, forward and reversible plates, duplex rollers and trench compactors
April 6, 2012
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How Innovations in Compaction Lead to an Easier, Higher-quality Job
Metering devices, ergonomic improvements and more durable components improve compaction effort
March 29, 2012
Foreclosure Shuts Stone Construction Equipment
Lender is seeking buyers who will restart the recovering light-equipment-maker's up-state New York operations
March 9, 2012
Atlas Copco LP8504 vibratory trench roller
LP8504 Vibratory Trench Roller
Bluetooth radio control pairs one transmitter with one receiver, reducing risk of cross-control on sites with multiple compactors
February 24, 2012
Sakai will Hightlight Light Compactors at CONEXPO
Line includes rammers, plate compactors, walk-behind rollers, and single-drum and double-drum vibratory rollers
February 3, 2011
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Light Compaction Equipment
January 26, 2011
Tips to Protect Your Portable Compressor Year Round
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Now is a great time to evaluate your compressor’s maintenance routine. Learn how service needs may be affected by changes in seasonal climate.
March 1, 2024
The move from static to vibratory rollers, like many of the innovations contractors see in commercial rollers, began in the larger highway models and 'trickled down' to the smaller rollers.
Innovation in Compaction
Developments in hydraulics and electronics have made it possible for manufacturers to improve the compactive effort and effectiveness of rollers and plate compactors.
August 17, 2010
Manufacturers say all innovations, from hydraulics and electronics to ergonomics and safety, is applied and tested on highway rollers but eventually finds its way to commercial and residential compaction equipment.
Roller Safety, Comfort Improve Productivity - and Manufacturers Respond
The last 25 years have brought many innovations to the compaction industry including advancements in ergonomics and safety.
August 17, 2010
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Light Compaction Equipment
January 5, 2010
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DX-Series Walk-behind Compactors
September 30, 2008
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Rammax Viper Trench Roller
March 19, 2008
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Sakai HS66ST
September 6, 2007
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Plate and roller compactors
September 6, 2007
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GR-3200 Vibratory Compactor Roller
September 6, 2007
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V304 Roller
June 19, 2007
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The Science of Soil Compaction
Understanding the whys and hows of soil compaction can help you make efficient equipment choices.
August 14, 2006