Key benefits of COMPATROL®

Reduce compaction passes by up to 25%

Instead of running extra passes to be sure the ground's compacted enough, WeberMT's COMPATROL® Compaction System notifies you when the soil is sufficiently compacted. This cuts compaction passes by up to 25%, drastically increasing efficiency on the jobsite and cutting the time spent on each job — all without compromising on quality.

Identifies weak points in the soil

COMPATROL® keeps an eye on the whole area being compacted, not just the last pass you ran. Weak points get picked up and sorted on the spot, instead of turning up months later as a soft spot under a driveway or a dip under paving. Catching it while the machine's still there is a lot cheaper than fixing it after the job's signed off.

Unique to WeberMT Compaction Equipment

COMPATROL® isn't standard kit across the industry — it's exclusive to Weber MT machines. Founded by Günther Weber in 1952, WeberMT has spent over 70 years building compaction equipment, and COMPATROL is one of the results of that ongoing R&D, alongside other WeberMT firsts like world-leading anti-vibration technology and a fully electric compaction range. It's innovative features like these that set WeberMT apart and help deliver the best compaction results on every job.

COMPATROL®: How it works

COMPATROL® is a standout feature of WeberMT's Compaction Equipment. View this video to find out more.

COMPATROL® Explained: How WeberMT's Compaction Control System Works

Achieving uniform soil compaction is a fundamental requirement for civil engineering, roading, and landscaping projects across New Zealand. Traditional compaction often relies on operator experience and guesswork. Operators count the passes and listen to the engine to determine when the job is done. Weber MT developed the COMPATROL® system to eliminate this uncertainty. Fitted to hand-guided reversible plate compactors, COMPATROL® provides real-time, continuous compaction control.

The Risks of Guesswork

Ground conditions vary significantly across different sites. Contractors frequently encounter clay in some areas and wet ground in others. Judging compaction purely by feel can lead to under-compacted soft spots. These weak points often remain hidden until months later when they cause dips under paving or driveways, resulting in expensive repair work. COMPATROL® replaces this reliance on guesswork with objective data.

How the System Works

COMPATROL® uses a sensor integrated into the base plate of the compactor. This sensor measures the acceleration of the plate and the vibration frequency of the machine as the ground stiffens. The data is immediately transmitted to an LED display on the machine. This visual readout allows operators to monitor the compaction level as it builds. The system monitors the entire area continuously, rather than taking isolated spot checks.

Key Benefits on Site

Time and Efficiency: COMPATROL® tells you exactly when the ground is sufficiently compacted. This visual confirmation cuts compaction passes by up to 25 percent, saving time and fuel.
Early Fault Detection: Because the system monitors the entire surface continuously, it catches weak spots in the soil immediately. Contractors can resolve these issues while the machine is still on site.
Quality Assurance: The technology provides a straight readout of ground conditions. This continuous monitoring ensures the required load-bearing standards are met across the entire work area.
Consistent Results: The visual display levels the playing field for operators. New operators and experienced veterans receive the exact same data, ensuring consistent compaction quality regardless of the user.

Understanding Weber MT Technologies: COMPATROL®, MDM, and WSA

Weber MT offers several technological features on its equipment. It is important to understand the specific role of each system.

COMPATROL®: This system is strictly focused on compaction control. It measures plate acceleration and vibration frequency to show real-time compaction levels.
MDM (Motor Data Management): MDM is an engine protection system. It monitors engine health and shuts the machine down before engine damage occurs. It also walks the operator through necessary fixes, such as clearing a clogged air filter.
WSA (Weber Smart Assist): This is the newer, integrated system. WSA brings both the MDM engine protection and the COMPATROL® compaction control together onto a single dashboard display. On WSA machines, operators can view a redesigned bar graph for compaction progress alongside engine diagnostics.

The Difference Between CCD and CCD 2.0

When looking at Weber MT machine models, you will notice designations like "CCD" and "CCD 2.0".

CCD: This indicates the machine is equipped with the standard COMPATROL® compaction control system.
CCD 2.0: This designation means the compactor features the updated COMPATROL® 2.0 platform. This version adds the MDM engine protection system alongside the original compaction control.

Machines Fitted with COMPATROL®

Weber MT integrates COMPATROL® exclusively into select models of its reversible plate compactors. OMC Power Equipment supplies a range of these machines to the New Zealand market. The available COMPATROL®-equipped models include:

CR 5 CCD
CR 6 CCD 2.0
CR 7 CCD and CR 7 CCD 2.0
CR 8 CCD 2.0
CR 9 CCD 2.0

These machines cover everything from lighter driveway and landscaping tasks to heavy civil, earthmoving, and roading jobs. All models pair the COMPATROL® readout with engine management, and they come with OMC's nationwide parts and service backup.

Eliminate guessworks on your next site, call the OMC Power Equipment team at 0800 662 669 or send us an email at sales@omc.net.nz to find the right machine equipped with COMPATROL® for your fleet.