For decades, the only popular type of mechanical compaction was the steam roller consisting of three smooth drums. Originated by Aveling & Porter, the steam roller was developed from the company’s ...

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 ...

Before construction can begin, the ground needs to be leveled -- this machine does just that College Football Playoff picks, predictions for 2025-2026 bracket: Who will win it all?

When a project calls for compacting material in a trench, it's important to make sure you use the appropriate compactor for the conditions. "Like any compaction job, the challenge starts with matching ...

The Cat 815 soil compactor features technology upgrades to help increase productivity and efficiency, so more area is compacted in less time on large earthworks projects, the company says. New machine ...

Volvo Construction Equipment, Shippenpsburg, Pennsylvania, has unveiled the LC450H landfill compactor, the company’s first purpose-built landfill compactor for the North American market. Volvo ...