Atlas Copco has unveiled a new line of compaction rammers featuring a slimmer design so that can be used in tight spaces, such as close to walls, posts or in narrow trenches.
The rammers — which come in 50kg and 60kg weight classes and are powered by Honda engines — also include new vibration-deadening features that help reduce stress and injuries to users, according to John Fitzpatrick, Atlas Copco’s business line manager.
“The new design and lower weight improves handling whilst keeping compaction efficiency high,” Fitzpatrick said in a company news release. “The new vibration absorbing handle keeps hand/arm vibration low.”
The newly designed rammers have a steering bow that is equipped with rollers and a single lifting point for easy and safe handling. Plus, they have an integral lock that is activated during lifting and transport to prevent unnecessary wear to the shock absorbers.
They also have a large air filter that can be changed by hand, along with an optional indicator that shows when it’s time to change the filter.
“The use of reliable four stroke engines for easy start-ups and low emissions is a given,” Fitzpatrick said. “The same goes for the throttle control with three fixed positions that prevents excessive wear to the clutch and saves fuel by eliminating the risk of leaving the throttle half open. The air breather is now an automatic function to facilitate operation.”