Vibratory Rollers | Large-scale asphalt/granular material projects | Single drum, 20kN exciting force (▲ 20% above industry standard 16.7kN), diesel engine (200HP) | High compaction efficiency, ideal for large areas (▲ 30% faster than static rollers) | Higher noise levels (85 dBA ▲), requires more maintenance due to vibration components |
Static Rollers | Asphalt finishing, final layer compaction | Heavy steel drum (15-ton ISO 3095 compliant), zero vibration | Minimal surface damage (▲ 0 dBA noise), ideal for sensitive surfaces | Slower compaction (▲ 50% slower than vibratory), ineffective on loose materials |
Padfoot Rollers | Cohesive soils (clay, silt) compaction | Padfoot drum (400mm width ▲ 15% wider than standard 350mm), 18-ton ASTM D698 | Excellent for clay (▲ 40% better interlocking), prevents soil displacement | Leaves surface marks, limited to specific soil types |
Tire Rollers | Soil stabilization, asphalt overlay | 12 pneumatic tires, 25-ton equivalent weight (EN 13031), adjustable pressure | Gradual compaction (▲ 25% smoother than steel drums), terrain adaptable | Lower peak pressure (▲ 30% less than vibratory), slower on loose materials |
Plate Compactors | Sidewalks, small foundations | 80mm vibrating plate (80Hz IEC 60745), 100kg weight (▲ 20% lighter than average) | Portable (one-person operation), cost-effective for small jobs | Limited capacity (▲ 80% less force than rollers), operator fatigue over time |
Trench Rollers | Narrow trenches, utility line projects | Compact 0.8m drum width, 5-ton AS 1288 compliant, 1.2m turning radius (▲ 25% tighter) | Maneuverable in tight spaces (▲ 40% smaller footprint than standard rollers) | Lower compaction force (▲ 70% less than 18-ton rollers), niche application |