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COVER STORY
SPOTLIGHT

Tried-And-Tested Soil Compactor

Heavy-Duty Hydrostatic Soil compactors are used to rearrange particles, • Outstanding productivity, in part because
Drive Powers Ammann reduce the void ratio, and increase density. Soil the heavy-duty hydrostatic drive of the
ARS 121 compaction improves the shear strength and differential axle ensures great traction
load-bearing capacity of the soil. Improper • It is designed with a low center of gravity for
soil compaction results in structural distress stability and manoeuvrability
from excessive settlement – both total and • The machine features high ground
differential. It is therefore important to select the clearance and gradeability
right soil compactor with efficient technology • The clear dashboard layout comes with
and durability. a fully isolated operator platform and
One such machine is the Ammann ARS 121 adjustable seat
Soil Compactor. It combines tried-and-tested • A two-stage vibratory system maximises
features with intelligent compaction technology. transfer of compaction force to the
It has great compaction output while offering material
improved efficiencies and cost savings as well. • High productivity – fewer passes are
The Ammann ARS 121 is suitable for compaction required
of a wide range of soils, from silt to crushed • Service and maintenance points that are
stones. The machine is equipped with an easily accessible
efficient turbocharged, water-cooled engine • Superior fuel efficiency
ensuring non-stop performance with maximum
reliability and lower operating costs. Applications
The ARS machine features a newly designed • Medium and large jobsites
operator console that sets new standards in • Transport construction (motorways, railways,
operator comfort and visibility. The single-drum airfields)
rollers also are designed for fast and easy • Construction (industrial zones, harbors)
daily maintenance and long life. The powerful • Compaction of all kinds of soils and wet
and robust 4-cylinder engine and heavy-duty mixes
hydrostatic drive of the differential axle ensure
great traction and travel performance, even About: AMMANN
under extreme circumstances. The roller Ammann is a sixth generation, family-owned
provides the necessary flat base, which enables business that produces asphalt and concrete
the crucial support for construction foundations, mixing plants, compactors and asphalt pavers
pavements, roads and various other structures. at nine production sites in Europe, China, India
and Brazil. Its core expertise is road building
The Advantages and transportation infrastructure. In 2019, the
The ARS 121 utilises intelligent systems that help company marked its 150th anniversary.
it achieve requisite density for soil. It has several
added advantages: For more details visit: www.ammann.com

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