What is another word for road roller?
Pronunciation: [ɹˈə͡ʊd ɹˈə͡ʊlə] (IPA) 
Road roller is a heavy equipment used for flattening and compacting road surfaces. There are different types of road rollers available in the market, and each varies in size, design and function. Some of the synonyms for road roller include steam roller, compactor, vibrating roller, tandem roller, pneumatic tire roller, static roller and drum roller. The steam roller is an old-fashioned type whereas the compactor is used mainly for landfill sites. The vibrating roller is used for asphalt compaction, whereas the tandem roller works on compacting coarse aggregates and different types of soil. Pneumatic tire rollers are used for pavement and road maintenance, while the static roller is ideal for working on different types of surfaces. The drum roller uses individual drums for compaction process and is commonly used in large construction sites.
