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Soil Compacting Tools
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Loose, uncompacted or back-filled soil must be compacted to form a stable base for structures. If you build over uncompacted soil, your masonry work will likely crack and a whole structure may tilt.
These tools all use vibration and their own great weight to perform essentially the same task. The following topics will help you choose the right machine for your work.
Vibratory Rammer
Vibratory Plate Compactor
Vibratory Roller