Compaction Equipment

Wed February 16, 2000

Sakai’s 4000 VPM Rollers Speed Superpave Compaction

All other things being equal in the asphalt compaction process, an increase in the ground speed of a vibratory roller can translate directly into an increase in profit or a decrease in expense. This can only be true with a corresponding increase in vibration frequency, or VPM, however. Unlike static compactors, vibratory compactors offer a combination of both static and dynamic forces to achieve the specified density in the shortest possible time frame....

Wed February 16, 2000

Bomag Takes Control With Accurate, Reliable Readings

Bomag’s BTM 05 Terrameter compaction control and documentation system measures, controls and records the compaction process and its development, leading to significantly increased compaction quality....