Objective: To teach people with responsibility for the operation of contemporary soil compaction equipment to correctly and safely utilize a soil compactor to its fullest potential while achieving the highest quality work without sacrificing production or increasing costs.
Who should attend: Any individual responsible for the compaction of soil materials.
Description:
Best Practice in Soil Compaction
- What is soil compaction and why it is important
- Definition of Materials (types of soil)
- Soil compaction equipment available
- What is vibratory compaction, terms and components
• The vibratory system
- Principles of soil compactor operation
• Factors affecting compaction
• Troubleshooting compaction issues
Duration: 2 days, classroom only
Course location: Chambersburg, PA