- Tamper (Tamping Rammer):
- Application: Tampers are versatile and applicable in various project sizes and conditions.
- Force Transmission: Tampers transmit compacting force through an up-and-down movement of a foot (usually made of steel).
- Ideal for: Clay soils and smaller areas.
- Advantages: Portability, ease of use, and adaptability.
Examples: Jumping jack tampers.
- Compactor:
- Application: Compactors are used to compress and reduce waste volume.
- Force Transmission: Compactors transmit force through a square or rectangular steel plate.
- Ideal for: Gravel, sand, silt, and larger areas.
- Advantages: Higher power, even compaction, and efficient waste disposal.
- Examples: Plate compactors, landfill compactors, and baler-wrapper compactors.