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cutting-edge technologies in its compaction range to material density, while the horizontal force levels the surface
ensure optimal performance and operational efficiency. Our and ensures even compaction. Using vibratory compaction,
products feature advanced hydraulics for precise control and our equipment can achieve greater compaction depths and
fuel efficiency, which contribute to lower operating costs and superior results compared to static compactors.
reduced environmental impact. Safety is paramount, with VÖGELE also offers an innovative and economical solution for
Volvo CE’s equipment incorporating robust safety features such the road construction sector with the non-contacting Road
as reinforced, industry best and extremely safe canopies and Scan temperature measurement system. The scanning and
ergonomic controls for operator comfort and protection. These documentation of the freshly paved asphalt‘s temperature is
innovations distinguish Volvo CE from competitors by offering already specified in tenders in several markets, and in others there
superior reliability, productivity, and sustainability.” are definitive plans to implement this.
Talking about the advances in the compaction equipment, Hamm Compactors are equipped with isolated operator platform
Satendra Tiwari, Executive Director – Operations, mounted on shock absorbers so that the vibrations are reduced.
Case Construction Equipment, highlights, “The compaction The operator platform is with Antiskid material to ensure operator
equipment sector is essential in shaping safety. The sliding seat console for operators and excellent
these infrastructure landscapes, leading to drum edge visibility are some striking features which make the
increased road and highway construction machines easier to operate. Hamm soil Compactors are built with
across various regions. Additionally, the patented design of three point articulation joint. This connects
National Infrastructure Pipeline (NIP) is the front and rear end of the compactor and enables excellent
set to expedite the development and directional stability and provides driver safety on difficult terrains
modernization of road and highway and also adds to drivers comfort. This also increases the operator
networks. With transportation as a critical priority, the NIP has efficiency. WIRTGEN GROUP has always served its customers
allocated a substantial $1.4 trillion for infrastructure investments with technology intensive machines including the Hamm soil
by 2025.” compactors and tandem rollers. We are already offering ICT
The CASE 952EX Soil Compactor and 1107EX PD Soil Compactor, based technologies and features in our compactors.
employs a vibratory compaction method. This technique uses Ammann incorporates intelligent machine features, telematics,
eccentric weights rotating at high speeds to create vibrations in the and IoT technology into its equipment to enhance performance,
compactor’s drum. These vibrations are transmitted to the soil or efficiency, and maintenance. What distinguishes the equipment
asphalt surface, causing effective densification and compaction. from competitors would depend on the specific features and
The vibrating drum generates both vertical and horizontal forces, innovations implemented.
working together to achieve optimal compaction. The vertical At the heart of SCHWING Stetter India’s batching plants lies their
force compresses soil particles, reducing voids and increasing advanced control systems, which set the industry standard for

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