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Hamm is developing new asphalt compaction technology

Hamm is developing new models that benefit from an innovative operating concept for asphalt compaction. Its new asphalt machines include the new tandem rollers of the HD+ Series, and the super-compact HD CompactLine. The tandem rollers of the DV+ Series with novel pivot steering are being introduced to the North American market at Conexpo-Con/Agg. These new rollers are said to offer precise compaction, even in confined conditions. Hamm is also unveiling a new pneumatic rubber-tyred roller, which is easy to
January 16, 2017 Read time: 1 min
228 Hamm is developing new models that benefit from an innovative operating concept for asphalt compaction. Its new asphalt machines include the new tandem rollers of the HD+ Series, and the super-compact HD CompactLine. The tandem rollers of the DV+ Series with novel pivot steering are being introduced to the North American market at Conexpo-Con/Agg. These new rollers are said to offer precise compaction, even in confined conditions. Hamm is also unveiling a new pneumatic rubber-tyred roller, which is easy to change the weight of using different ballast. The new DV+ and HD+ tandem roller series are fitted with the innovative Easy Drive operating concept with ergonomic controls that are language-neutral.

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