1.6. Hand Operated Vibrating Plate & Rammer Compactors

Try these first

1. 1.

   What soil type is best compacted using a rammer compactor?

   Hint

   Think of a soil that holds together well.

2. 2.

   Which compactor is suitable for asphalt?

   Hint

   Recall the surfaces that are smooth.

3. 3.

   Which compactor is suitable for granular soils?

   • Rammer
   • Vibrating Plate
   • Neither

   Hint

   Think about the soil types we discussed.

4. 4.

   True or False: Rammer compactors are ideal for cohesive soils.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the action they perform.

5. 5.

   Design a plan for a construction site that requires both vibrating plate and rammer compactors. Explain the rationale for using each.

   Hint

   Think about soil type and compaction needs.

6. 6.

   Discuss the environmental impacts of improper compaction and the importance of proper machinery selection.

   Hint

   Link environmental effects to compaction failure.