A single smooth drum roller is a used to compact soil, gravel, concrete, or asphalt in the construction of roads and foundations. Road rollers use the weight of the machine to compress the surface being rolled or use a vibrating motion to compact the soil or material more effectively. Initial compaction of the substrate on a road project is done using a pad drum roller, which achieves higher compaction density due to the pads having less surface area.

A single drum roller is equipped with a roller drum and rear pneumatic rubber tires. The drum and tire are connected by a rigid frame and/or articulated joint. The cab for the drive is mounted in the middle of the roller and the engine compartment is located behind the cab area. This provides the operator an excellent overview of the machine and work area. A hard scraper directly mounted on the drum prevents soil build-up on the surface of the rollers thus improving overall production. An additional weight is attached to the rear of the roller to increase the power of the compaction of the soil. Most single drum rollers are powered by diesel engines, and incorporate a vibration unit and a driver's cab with ROPS, or roll-over protection structure. While the weights of these machine’s can vary in size, the operating weight ranges between 4.5 and 18 ton with power ranging from 22 to 158 kW.

While operating this equipment, we recommend these safety guidelines: Always wear eye, ear and foot protection, safety helmet and safety gloves. Before using the equipment, inspect it properly, so that there are no cracked welds or leaky fluid lines, even if you are using it on a daily basis. This is critical to your safety and to avoid accidents. In case you find any problems with the equipment, it is always advisable to take the help of a trained professional to fix it. Never attempt to service the equipment without first contacting a Volvo Rents service technician