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The Lab ASTM Soil Multifunctional Compactor is a high-precision engineering instrument designed for critical foundation construction analysis, including water conservancy dams, highways, railways, airports, and general building infrastructure. By implementing standardized compaction methods, this system accurately determines the relationship between soil density and water ratio, allowing engineers to confirm precise dry density and optimum moisture content.
Engineered to replace laborious manual methods, this automatic mechanical compactor significantly reduces preparation time and operational costs for CBR (California Bearing Ratio) and resilience modulus tests. Featuring the advanced ECO-SMARTZ system for energy efficiency, it ensures uniform compaction through a preset blow pattern, delivering consistent and reliable geotechnical data in full compliance with international ASTM and AASHTO standards.
| Compliance Standards | ASTM D558, D698, D1557; AASHTO T99, T134, T180 | Rammer Drop Height | 300mm - 450mm (Selectable) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rammer Weight | 2.5kg or 4-5kg (Selectable) | Compaction Rate | Approx. 26 blows per minute |
| Control System | Solid state controls with Digital Counter | Mould Compatibility | BS Standard Compaction and CBR moulds |
| Operation Mode | Automatic blow pattern with rotating base | Adjustment Mechanism | Thumb wheel control for blows per layer |
| Energy System | ECO-SMARTZ Energy Saving System | Application | Proctor & CBR Soil Testing |
Strict adherence to ASTM and AASHTO standards ensures that every test result is legally and technically defensible for global engineering projects.
Eliminates tedious hand-compaction, drastically reducing the time and labor costs required for specimen preparation.
The automatic blow pattern and rotating table ensure an even distribution of force across each soil layer.
Integrated digital counters and solid-state controls provide high reliability and simplified maintenance.
A separated control box unit protects sensitive electronic components from mechanical vibration damage.
Newly upgraded energy-saving system ensures consistent operation with reduced power consumption.
Easily manage soil sample preparation and moisture content logs for every test batch.
Regularly monitor and calibrate rammer drop height and weight to maintain ASTM accuracy.
Preset blow sequences ensure a standardized process across different operators.
Leverage ECO-SMARTZ data to optimize energy usage during long-term lab operations.
Coordinate the use of BS and ASTM standard moulds for various project requirements.
Track machine hours to schedule timely maintenance of mechanical rammer components.
| Comparison Metric | Manual Compaction | Automatic Compactor |
|---|---|---|
| Labor Cost | High (Manpower intensive) | Low (Automated process) |
| Testing Speed | Slow (Manual repetition) | Fast (26 blows/min) |
| Consistency | Variable (Human error) | Perfect (Preset pattern) |
| Compliance Risk | Moderate (Inconsistent) | Very Low (Standardized) |
| ROI Period | N/A | Short-term via labor saving |
Our multifunctional compactor fully complies with ASTM D558, D698, D1557, as well as AASHTO T99, T134, and T180, making it suitable for a wide range of international soil testing requirements.
Yes, the rammer features selectable weights (2.5kg or 4-5kg) and an adjustable drop height (300-450mm) to meet various standard and modified Proctor test requirements.
The ECO-SMARTZ system is designed for energy efficiency and operational consistency, reducing the power footprint of the laboratory while ensuring identical compaction results across all samples.
The machine utilizes a programmable sequence where the rammer travels across the mould while the base rotates in equal steps, ensuring the soil is compacted uniformly throughout the entire volume.
Yes, the instrument features a separated control box unit specifically designed to isolate sensitive electronics from the vibration and shock of the compaction process.
The compactor accepts BS Standard Compaction moulds and CBR moulds, ensuring versatility for geotechnical engineering labs working with different regional standards.