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Single-Drum Rollers

From Smart Compaction to Electric Rollers, BOMAG Expands Technology Focus for CONEXPO 2026

BOMAG Americas Inc.

BOMAG will showcase advanced compaction systems, updated pavers, smart control technology and electric equipment during CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026.

February 24, 2026

Yellow BOMAG road roller compacting dirt on a curved rural road

SAKAI To Produce All Domestic Market Soil Compactors In U.S.

Sakai America, Inc.

The decision to shift production of SAKAI's SV204 soil compactor from Japan to Georgia is a big deal.

April 27, 2025

Yellow Sakai industrial road roller in manufacturing facility with overhead crane

Belts, Hoses & Fittings

Regal Rexnord to Showcase Asphalt and Aggregate Solutions at World of Asphalt 2025

Regal Rexnord Corporation

Regal Rexnord will feature various solutions for the asphalt and aggregates industry at World of Asphalt 2025.

March 26, 2025

Regal Rexnord’s Powertrain Solutions team will highlight how customers can design an end-to-end system composed of multiple products selected to meet their exact power transmission needs.

Equipment Today Releases 2025 Annual Equipment Showcase

Designed to highlight hundreds of next level solutions for challenge construction jobsites, this year's showcase delivers the top equipment solutions in eight main categories, all aimed at improving your business and its jobsite operations.

March 24, 2025

Equipment Today's Annual Equipment Showcase highlights hundreds of today's latest product releases in earthmoving, attachments, lift equipment, worksite equipment, fleet maintenance, trucks and transportation, roadbuilding, and technology.

Concrete Equipment & Products

25 Products to Prime Your Plans for Roadbuilding

Equipment Today's roadbuilding roundup brings together some of construction's recent releases designed to drive productivity on your next project, including compactors, concrete equipment and accessories, pavers, rollers and more.

March 24, 2025

Wirtgen's SP 33 concrete pavers enable the paving of monolithic concrete profiles such as curbs and berms, rectangular profiles, and concrete safety barriers.

LeeBoy Relaunches Compaction Line With 3 New Rollers

Senior product manager, Chris Broome, discusses the surprise move from the company, why they felt this was the right moment, and which LeeBoy pavers pair best with their new rollers.

September 27, 2024

Guide to Compaction Equipment: Types & Recommendations

Smooth drum soil compactors, padfoot soil compactors, tandem rollers and combination rollers each serve specific purposes and soil types.

August 20, 2024

CASE single drum roller.

Construction Technology

The Spectacle of Caterpillar Construction Technology Days

Caterpillar - Cat

From the labor shortage to productivity to remote operation and reduced emissions, technology leads the way in solving challenges on jobsites.

July 12, 2024

The triumphant drivers and tech team after the spectacular demo.

Construction Technology

Alternative Power, AI & Remote Control in Roadbuilding

The demand for quicker delivery and increased sustainability on projects has placed a heightened focus on the need for large-scale digital transformation in roadbuilding operations.

January 22, 2024

Road Widener offers the Offset Vibratory Roller, designed for easy operation without the need for extensive training.

Single-Drum Rollers

Updates From the Fall Event Season

The Equipment Today team enjoyed attending several trade shows and media events this fall.

December 13, 2023

Editor-in-Chief Lori Ditoro with Caterpillar's Johanna Kelly

Compactors and Rollers for All Seasons

Manufacturers have recently released a variety of compactors and rollers, which can be used year-round, if necessary.

June 8, 2023

BOMAG Americas, Inc.'s BPR45/45 provides operators an 8.4 hp Honda GX270 engine and 10,116 pounds of centrifugal force.

"Building Better Roads" the Focus of BOMAG CONEXPO Showcase

BOMAG Americas Inc.

Through a combination of new sustainable machines, smart equipment, and other advanced technologies BOMAG's focus at the big show is all about road building. Their booth will feature more than 40 machines.

February 27, 2023

BOMAG 2200-65 Cold Planer

3 Tips to Maintain Vibratory Rollers and Keep Them on the Asphalt Mat

Don't let your asphalt rollers take a pounding. These quick tips can help keep them on the move and on the mat.

May 10, 2021

The water system is an essential component of asphalt rollers. Regularly inspect filters and check to make sure water is getting where it’s needed.

Vibratory Roller Maintenance Has a Lasting Impact on Performance

Maintain vibratory asphalt rollers to ensure peak performance and optimal mat quality on your paving projects.

January 7, 2019

Scraper bars hold the water in between the scraper and drum to keep the drum lubricated. Check them regularly for proper adjustment and any excess wear, and replace them as needed.

Selecting Compaction Equipment that Won’t Crush your Profits

Concrete contractors put a ton of faith into their equipment and tools. To avoid downtime and maximize ROI, look for equipment that brings success, from site preparation to the finished work.

August 16, 2016

Light compaction equipment, including plate compactors and rammers, are good additions to an equipment fleet because of the high ROI potential.

Intelligent Compaction Can Improve Your Bottom Line

The latest IC technology can help contractors save time, reduce fuel consumption, improve job quality and increase their ROI.

June 11, 2015

IC works by outfitting vibratory rollers with instrumentation that’s fed to a documentation and feedback control system that processes compaction data in real time for the roller operator.

Today's Vibratory Rollers Are Designed for Smarter Service

October 14, 2014

The new LCD screen on Case DV209C and DV210C asphalt compactors displays machine settings such as how much water is in the water tank, fuel levels and fault codes.

Don’t Let Your Rollers Take a Pounding

Maintain vibratory rollers to keep them up and running when you need them most.

October 14, 2014

To keep vibratory rollers in peak operating condition, it’s important to perform daily service checks and to follow manufacturer-recommended service intervals.