Compactors

At Solo New Zealand, we offer a huge range of compactors designed to meet various project needs. Our collection includes:

Plate Compactors

Our plate compactors are perfect for compacting soil, gravel, and asphalt. They are versatile and ideal for small to medium-sized projects, such as driveways, patios, and walkways. These compactors provide even and consistent compaction, ensuring a solid and stable surface.

Rammer Compactors

Rammer compactors, or jumping jack compactors, are designed for high-impact compaction in confined areas. They are excellent for compacting cohesive soils and trenches, providing deep and effective compaction in challenging spaces.

Reversible Plate Compactors

Our reversible plate compactors offer enhanced power and efficiency for larger and more demanding projects. They can move forward and backward, allowing for greater control and maneuverability. These compactors are ideal for road construction, landscaping, and large foundation work.

Yes, our compactors at Solo New Zealand are highly suitable for commercial use. When your project involves laying down a foundation, compacting the earth and the material you plan to lay over it for the best results is crucial. Our plate compactors are designed for this purpose, making them ideal for commercial applications.

How Plate Compactors Work

Plate compactors use a large steel plate that vibrates rapidly to exert force on the ground. This vibration compacts the soil, eliminating air pockets and ensuring a stable, even surface. This process is essential for preparing the ground before laying foundations, asphalt, or other materials.

Suitable for Various Soil Types

Understanding the soil type on your job site is essential, as this affects compaction results. Our plate compactors are effective on two common types of soil:

• Granular Soil: This includes fine sand to medium gravel. It requires vibratory compaction, which our plate compactors provide efficiently. These soils cover large, flat areas, including sand, stone dust, gravel, aggregates, cobblestones, and paving blocks.
• Cohesive Soil: This includes fine-grain soil like clay or soil with a high clay content. Cohesive soils require impact force to be compacted, and while plate compactors primarily handle granular soil, they can also be used on certain cohesive soils depending on the project's requirements.

Durability and Performance

Our compactors are built with high-quality materials to withstand heavy usage in commercial projects. They deliver reliable and efficient performance, ensuring your projects meet high standards of quality and stability. Whether you're working on road construction, landscaping, or building foundations, our compactors provide the necessary power and durability.

Choosing the right compactor for your project involves considering several key factors to ensure optimal performance and efficiency.

First, assess your project needs. The scale of your project significantly influences the type of compactor you should select. For small projects, such as garden paths, small patios, or minor repairs, a compact plate compactor with a smaller plate size and lower weight will suffice. These smaller models are easier to maneuver and handle, making them ideal for tight spaces and lighter tasks. For medium-sized projects like driveways, walkways, or residential construction, opt for a medium-sized plate compactor that offers a balanced plate size and weight, providing adequate power without compromising mobility. For large commercial and industrial applications, such as road construction or large foundations, you'll need a heavy-duty plate compactor with a larger plate size and higher weight to handle the more demanding compaction requirements.

Engine power is another crucial factor. The engine power of the compactor determines its compaction capability. A low to medium-engine power compactor is sufficient for smaller and medium-sized projects to achieve the desired compaction. However, a compactor with high engine power is necessary for large projects and more challenging soils to provide more profound and practical compaction, ensuring a solid and stable foundation.

Performance features also play a significant role in selecting the right compactor. Consider the plate size and weight to ensure they are appropriate for the material and area you're compacting. A larger plate size can cover more ground quickly, while a heavier plate provides better compaction force. Higher vibration frequency can also improve compaction efficiency and depth, making the process quicker and more effective. Durability is also essential; choose a compactor built with robust construction to withstand heavy usage and harsh conditions.

Focusing on these factors—project needs, engine power, and performance features—allows you to select the perfect compactor to match your specific requirements, ensuring efficient and reliable performance. Explore our range of compactors to find the ideal solution for your compaction tasks.

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