Equipment is a key element in paving and pavement maintenance. One key piece of equipment for almost all jobs is a plate compactor. Plate compactors can be used to compact sub base and asphalt on ...

It's been almost five decades since the first Harbor Freight Tools store opened its doors in North Hollywood, California, and the business has grown considerably over that time, with more than 1500 ...

If you don’t get the underlying structure compacted properly, your patio or paved driveway can easily move or crack. While you might not initially think of buying a plate compactor, it’s the only way ...

Chicago Pneumatic has launched the MV58, a forward plate compactor that weighs less than 70kg. The US-headquartered equipment manufacturer claims that in addition to its low weight, its latest model ...

Manufacturers of plate compactors say the machine is a simple piece of equipment that experiences breakdowns in two main areas: the engine and the belts. So preventive maintenance on those key areas ...