Want to compact your soil? Check out our mechanical soil compactors and soil density compaction molds for various soil moisture-density tests.
We have both automatic and manual soil compactors to fit the scale of testing for your project. Our automatic mechanical compactor is designed to compact soil samples efficiently and precisely, replacing manual methods and saving time and money. Besides the automatic mechanical compactor, our soil testing equipment includes different compaction mold sets, parts and hammers to measure moisture. We also have a round hammer to get uniform results according to standard testing methods. Plus our gear allows you to adjust hammer weights for modified soil compaction tests, it’s versatile. A specific hammer surcharge weight is available to convert hammers to a 10 lb. (4.5kg) configuration, it’s flexible. A hammer surcharge weight is available to convert hammers to a heavier 10 lb. (4.5kg) configuration.
Here’s our soil compactor and molds:
Our Automatic Mechanical Soil Compactor (or Automatic Mechanical Compactor) has accuracy, user friendly, reliable and safe for your lab. Hammer weight is at the foot so it’s free fall during compaction, efficient. Automatic settings tracks hammer blows and you can set the number of hammer blows per soil layer for uniform results. Number of hammer blows per layer can be preset for uniform compaction. Hammer lift compensates for soil thickness, accuracy and effectiveness.
In the lab you can also use Manual Standard and Manual Modified Soil Compaction Hammers for modified soil compaction tests to compact soil into cold-rolled steel tubing molds at different moisture levels. These molds are rust resistant for durability.
Certified MTP only offers high quality products that increase soil density and load bearing capacity without damaging the soil. Our compactor and mold will help you build a solid foundation.
Soil compaction is important in construction to create structurally sound and solid foundations. Our molds meet AASHTO T specs for accurate testing so you can build solid foundations and meet stability requirements. The base plate is key in keeping the mold secure during soil preparation.
Read more about soil compaction before you decide.
Compacted soil is a stable foundation. Increased soil density means roads, buildings and infrastructure won’t deform or fail. Use our standard compaction mold with 1/30 cu. ft. volume to meet density and strength requirements. Denser soil can bear more weight!
Don’t neglect soil compaction and you’ll get air voids and particle shifts that causes settlement—a downward movement of the ground due to surface stress. An adjustable collar allows for mold size changes, it’s versatile. Our products, compactors and molds push loose soils together for a stable foundation.
Compaction is important for geotechnical structures like dams, retaining walls and highways. Our detachable extension collar secures the mold during compaction, minimizes water infiltration and soil movement and reduces erosion and landslide risk. Enhanced structural integrity will help you meet project requirements and follow building codes.
Better drainage and moisture management will keep water levels in check, no swelling and erosion. Compact your soil with our products for a controlled subgrade that will extend your project’s lifespan.
Soil compactors are used in construction and engineering to compact soil and materials for desired density and stability. Here are the types:
Mechanical Soil Compactors: Uses mechanical system, often with hammer or rammer for precise soil density control.
Automatic Soil Compactors: Uses automation for fast and accurate compaction, for large projects and lab use.
Hand Compactors: Manual tools for small jobs or tight spaces, cost effective and easy to use.
Pneumatic Compactors: Uses compressed air, for large projects with limited access, power and efficiency.
Knowing the types of compactors will help you choose the right one for your project, for optimal soil density and stability.
Automatic Soil Compactor
Our automatic soil compactor is designed for fast and accurate compaction with adjustable drop height and preset number of hammer blows. For labs and testing facilities, it’s a must have for projects that requires high accuracy and reliability.
Typically has a frame, hammer or rammer and control system, the hammer applies pressure to the soil in a compaction mold. Users can set hammer blows and drop height for consistent results, automatic compactors is a must have where precision matters.
Choosing the right compactor is crucial for the results. We have several types, each for specific use.
Mechanical soil compactors are efficient and accurate for large projects. Handheld compactors for small projects, increased density with cost effectiveness.
Vibratory plate compactors for granular soils like sand or gravel, smooth drum rollers for cohesive soils for smooth surface.
Automatic soil compactors for big projects that needs consistency and efficiency. Manual compactors like Manual Standard and Modified Soil Compaction Hammers for modified compaction tests are for lab use at varying moisture levels.
Compactors have different operating principles: static, dynamic and vibratory. Static uses weight, dynamic uses impact force and vibratory uses vibration. Each has its own advantages for different soils.
Proctor molds are cylindrical containers for soil sample testing, meets ASTM and AASHTO standards. It allows controlled environment to measure weight, dimension and density, important for construction and geotechnical engineering.
Why use compaction molds:
Standardize the process to ensure samples meet project requirements in a controlled condition.
To achieve required density and strength to prevent structural failure.
To easily check soil density for safety and defect prevention.
For data to make better decision in construction.
When choosing a compactor and mold, consider the testing scale and soil condition. High quality machines and models that fit your project and testing standards is a must.
Soil type and weight is important. Vibratory plate compactors for granular soils, smooth drum rollers for cohesive soils. Big projects need big machines, small projects handheld compactors for compacting soil in populated areas.
Plate compactors for shallow depth, vibratory machines for deeper compaction. Choose molds that can access moisture below the surface as needed.
Our molds have wing nuts to secure to base plates. We have compactors, molds, rollers and machines for your construction project.
Calibration and testing is important for accurate soil compaction test. The calibration kit for the soil compaction test ensures automatic compactors produce the same result as manual one, includes lead cylinder and accessories.
Calibration involves preparing the mold and soil, setting compactor blows and drop height, placing the lead cylinder, running the compactor, measuring deformation and adjust as needed.
Calibration is important to ensure reliable test results, to avoid errors and inconsistencies.
Safety first when using automatic soil compactors! Remember:
Wear protective gear, safety glasses and gloves.
Calibrate and maintain before use.
Follow the manufacturer’s instruction.
Keep the compactor away from children and unauthorized users.
Operate in well ventilated area away from flammable materials.
Don’t overload.
These precautions will ensure safe and successful soil compaction experience, for both users and equipment.
Soil compactors is an essential tool in construction and civil engineering industry, used to compact soil samples to determine its density and strength. Automatic soil compactors has made the process faster and more accurate. In this article we will discuss the features and benefits of automatic soil compactors, types of soil compactors, calibration and maintenance, safety considerations and conclude with the importance of using these machines in soil compaction tests.
There are several types of soil compactors, mechanical soil compactors, automatic soil compactors and manual soil compactors. Mechanical soil compactors use mechanical system to compact the soil, automatic soil compactors use combination of mechanical and electrical system to compact the soil. Manual soil compactors rely on human effort to compact the soil. Automatic soil compactors is the most used type as it provides faster and more accurate compaction of soil samples.
Calibration and maintenance is important to ensure the accuracy and reliability of automatic soil compactors. Calibration kit is available to check and adjust the mechanical soil compactor to produce the same result as manual compactor. The calibration process involves checking the deformation of a standard lead cylinder. Regular maintenance is also needed to ensure the machine is working properly. This includes checking the hammer lift compensates weight and drop height to ensure it is within the specified limit.
Safety is a must when using automatic soil compactors. The machine should be operated in well ventilated area and the operator should wear protective gear, gloves and safety glasses. The machine should also be inspected regularly to ensure it is in good condition. The operator should also be trained on how to use and maintain the machine to avoid accident.
Automatic soil compactors is an essential tool in construction and civil engineering industry, provides faster and more accurate compaction of soil samples. By knowing the features and benefits of these machines, calibration and maintenance and safety considerations, users can use these machines effectively and safely. Whether you are a construction engineer, civil engineer or laboratory technician, automatic soil compactor is a must have tool for any soil compaction test.
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