Published on January 29, 2017
Cat® Machine Drive Power is an energy-based measurement system that correlates compaction with rolling resistance to provide an indication of soil stiffness. The system is for use on all Cat compactors over 10 metric tons: smooth drum (CS) or padfoot (CP), or smooth drum models with padfoot shell kits. It is suitable for granular and cohesive soil applications and measures to the depth of an average lift of 30-60 cm (12-24 in). Measurements can be made with the vibratory system active or inactive.
