[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”It is often said by our sales team that once a contractor uses a Mikasa plate compactor, they instantly realise the difference between the Mikasa brand and the competition.
We’ve highlighted various points below which we feel gives us the competitive advantage over other plate compactors in the market.” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_single_image image=”2729″ img_size=”full”][vc_accordion active_tab=”1″][vc_accordion_tab title=”1. Baseplate Design” tab_id=”1570119653-1-57″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_custom_heading text=”1. Baseplate Design” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1570528827068{background-color: #ef3e33 !important;border-radius: 5px !important;}”][ultimate_spacer][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Competitor H” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]SEMI-OPEN:
Grab bars and elongated upper-plate clutters plate semi-open space allowing for more material build up and the amount of time required for cleanup.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Multiquip” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]OPEN:
Clear and open spacing reduces the chance of material build up and the amount of time required for cleanup.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][ultimate_fancytext strings_textspeed=”35″ strings_backspeed=”0″ typewriter_loop=”off” typewriter_cursor=”off” fancytext_strings=”ADVANTAGE MULTIQUIP” ticker_background=”#ef3e33″ fancytext_color=”#ffffff”][/vc_accordion_tab][/vc_accordion][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_accordion][vc_accordion_tab title=”2. Lifting Points” tab_id=”1570119653-1-57″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_custom_heading text=”2. Lifting Points” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1570529228316{background-color: #ef3e33 !important;border-radius: 5px !important;}”][ultimate_spacer][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Competitor H” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Bolt-on grab handle in front and back upper plate are not contoured or well positioned for easy handling.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Multiquip” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Front and back grab points are contoured and specifically positioned for easy handling.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][ultimate_fancytext strings_textspeed=”35″ strings_backspeed=”0″ typewriter_loop=”off” typewriter_cursor=”off” fancytext_strings=”ADVANTAGE MULTIQUIP” ticker_background=”#ef3e33″ fancytext_color=”#ffffff”][/vc_accordion_tab][/vc_accordion][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_accordion][vc_accordion_tab title=”3. Drive System” tab_id=”1570119653-1-57″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_custom_heading text=”3. Drive System” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1570529317057{background-color: #ef3e33 !important;border-radius: 5px !important;}”][ultimate_spacer][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Competitor H” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Centrifugal clutch with simple V-Belt drive[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Multiquip” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Centrifugal clutch with cogged belt design enhances service life and engine efficiency versus simple V-belt.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][ultimate_fancytext strings_textspeed=”35″ strings_backspeed=”0″ typewriter_loop=”off” typewriter_cursor=”off” fancytext_strings=”ADVANTAGE MULTIQUIP” ticker_background=”#ef3e33″ fancytext_color=”#ffffff”][/vc_accordion_tab][/vc_accordion][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_accordion][vc_accordion_tab title=”4. Belt Guard Protection” tab_id=”1570119653-1-57″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_custom_heading text=”4. Belt Guard Protection” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1570529456896{background-color: #ef3e33 !important;border-radius: 5px !important;}”][ultimate_spacer][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Competitor H” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Several large vents on the belt guard allow for outside debris to enter and frequent service checks for more downtime.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Multiquip” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Sealed belt guard deters outside debris entering with minimal service checks and downtime.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][ultimate_fancytext strings_textspeed=”35″ strings_backspeed=”0″ typewriter_loop=”off” typewriter_cursor=”off” fancytext_strings=”ADVANTAGE MULTIQUIP” ticker_background=”#ef3e33″ fancytext_color=”#ffffff”][/vc_accordion_tab][/vc_accordion][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_accordion][vc_accordion_tab title=”5. Low Vibration Handle” tab_id=”1570119653-1-57″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_custom_heading text=”5. Low Vibration Handle” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1570529555439{background-color: #ef3e33 !important;border-radius: 5px !important;}”][ultimate_spacer][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Competitor H” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]• Two handle vibrating systems.
• Standard handle hand/arm vibration level 6 m/s2.
• Low vibration handle level 1.3 m/s2. This is amoving part potentially requiring frequent servicing in rental environment.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Multiquip” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]• Single handle 4 point vibration filtration system.
• Hand/arm vibration level 2.1 m/s2.
• No moving parts and less risk of servicing in rental environment.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][ultimate_fancytext strings_textspeed=”35″ strings_backspeed=”0″ typewriter_loop=”off” typewriter_cursor=”off” fancytext_strings=”EQUAL” ticker_background=”#000000″ fancytext_color=”#ffffff”][/vc_accordion_tab][/vc_accordion][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_accordion][vc_accordion_tab title=”6. Exciter” tab_id=”1570119653-1-57″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_custom_heading text=”6. Exciter” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1570529726337{background-color: #ef3e33 !important;border-radius: 5px !important;}”][ultimate_spacer][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Competitor H” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]• Front mounted exciter assembly allows for easy service access.
• Single cast baseplate & eccentric lowers center of gravity improving travel speed versus bolt-on design.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Multiquip” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]• Front mounted exciter assembly allows for easy service access.
• Single cast baseplate & eccentric lowers center of gravity improving travel speed versus bolt-on design.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][ultimate_fancytext strings_textspeed=”35″ strings_backspeed=”0″ typewriter_loop=”off” typewriter_cursor=”off” fancytext_strings=”EQUAL” ticker_background=”#000000″ fancytext_color=”#ffffff”][/vc_accordion_tab][/vc_accordion][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_accordion][vc_accordion_tab title=”7. Exciter Oil Check” tab_id=”1570119653-1-57″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_custom_heading text=”7. Exciter Oil Check” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1570529858155{background-color: #ef3e33 !important;border-radius: 5px !important;}”][ultimate_spacer][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Competitor H” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]• No exciter oil gauge to check levels.
• Must remove the three bolts and exciter cover to check, drain and replace oil.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Multiquip” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]• Integrated exciter oil gauge for easy service check.
• Can easily drain and replace oil through the oil gauge port.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][ultimate_fancytext strings_textspeed=”35″ strings_backspeed=”0″ typewriter_loop=”off” typewriter_cursor=”off” fancytext_strings=”ADVANTAGE MULTIQUIP” ticker_background=”#ef3e33″ fancytext_color=”#ffffff”][/vc_accordion_tab][/vc_accordion][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_accordion][vc_accordion_tab title=”8. Filler Hole & Cap” tab_id=”1570119653-1-57″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_custom_heading text=”8. Filler Hole & Cap” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1570529976977{background-color: #ef3e33 !important;border-radius: 5px !important;}”][ultimate_spacer][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Competitor H” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]• Oval filler hole 4.25” x 3.5” diameter is a big target and easier to fill tank.
• Tethered cap cannot be lost.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Multiquip” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]• Circular filler hole 3.5” diameter is a big target and easier to fill tank.
• Tethered cap cannot be lost.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][ultimate_fancytext strings_textspeed=”35″ strings_backspeed=”0″ typewriter_loop=”off” typewriter_cursor=”off” fancytext_strings=”EQUAL” ticker_background=”#000000″ fancytext_color=”#ffffff”][/vc_accordion_tab][/vc_accordion][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_accordion][vc_accordion_tab title=”9. Water Tank” tab_id=”1570119653-1-57″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_custom_heading text=”9. Water Tank” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1570530113823{background-color: #ef3e33 !important;border-radius: 5px !important;}”][ultimate_spacer][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Competitor H” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]• Removable water tank can be easily taken to source for refilling.
• 13.7 quart tank for long run time and less frequent refilling.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Multiquip” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]• Removable water tank can be easily taken to source for refilling.
• 13.7 quart tank for long run time and less frequent refilling.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][ultimate_fancytext strings_textspeed=”35″ strings_backspeed=”0″ typewriter_loop=”off” typewriter_cursor=”off” fancytext_strings=”EQUAL” ticker_background=”#000000″ fancytext_color=”#ffffff”][/vc_accordion_tab][/vc_accordion][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_accordion][vc_accordion_tab title=”10. Water Tank Valve” tab_id=”1570119653-1-57″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_custom_heading text=”10. Water Tank Valve” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1570530271566{background-color: #ef3e33 !important;border-radius: 5px !important;}”][ultimate_spacer][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Competitor H” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]• Over-engineered & exposed from top to bottom for poor durability.
• Vulnerable to brakeage with water delivery glued to bottom of tank.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Multiquip” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]• Simple design protected from side of plate for superior durability. Well protected from job-site abuse with water
delivery system bolted on to tank.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][ultimate_fancytext strings_textspeed=”35″ strings_backspeed=”0″ typewriter_loop=”off” typewriter_cursor=”off” fancytext_strings=”ADVANTAGE MULTIQUIP” ticker_background=”#ef3e33″ fancytext_color=”#ffffff”][/vc_accordion_tab][/vc_accordion][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_accordion][vc_accordion_tab title=”11. Digital Display” tab_id=”1570119653-1-57″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_custom_heading text=”11. Digital Display” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1570530441910{background-color: #ef3e33 !important;border-radius: 5px !important;}”][ultimate_spacer][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Competitor H” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Competitor H has no digital display.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Multiquip” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Standard feature includes:
1. Hourmeter- measures rammer usage for gauging service intervals.
2. Tachometer- engine RPM’s displayed for optimum performance and easy troubleshooting.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][ultimate_fancytext strings_textspeed=”35″ strings_backspeed=”0″ typewriter_loop=”off” typewriter_cursor=”off” fancytext_strings=”ADVANTAGE MULTIQUIP” ticker_background=”#ef3e33″ fancytext_color=”#ffffff”][/vc_accordion_tab][/vc_accordion][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_accordion][vc_accordion_tab title=”12. Engine Cyclone” tab_id=”1570119653-1-57″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_custom_heading text=”12. Engine Cyclone” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1570530526501{background-color: #ef3e33 !important;border-radius: 5px !important;}”][ultimate_spacer][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Competitor H” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]HONDA ENGINE SPEC:
Competitor H specs in Honda GX160 WITHOUT cyclonic air cleaner.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Multiquip” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]HONDA ENGINE SPEC:
MQ Mikasa specs in the Honda GX160 WITH cyclonic air cleaner to maximize engine life in dirt and asphalt applications.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][ultimate_fancytext strings_textspeed=”35″ strings_backspeed=”0″ typewriter_loop=”off” typewriter_cursor=”off” fancytext_strings=”ADVANTAGE MULTIQUIP” ticker_background=”#ef3e33″ fancytext_color=”#ffffff”][/vc_accordion_tab][/vc_accordion][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1559311745867{padding-right: 10px !important;padding-left: 10px !important;}”][vc_column css=”.vc_custom_1545278541742{padding-right: 30px !important;padding-left: 30px !important;background-color: #ef3e33 !important;}”][vc_custom_heading text=”PLATE COMPACTOR PRODUCTS” font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_separator color=”white” css=”.vc_custom_1545275835108{padding-right: 25px !important;padding-left: 25px !important;}”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_custom_heading text=”Multiquip compactors are recognised throughout the industry for their quality and reliability. Our industry-standard Mikasa plate compactors deliver unparalleled results for compacting soils or asphalt. Our best-selling plate compactor, the MVC88, now features an advanced anti-vibration handle design that reduces vibration to the operator by up to 50% compared to other plate compactors.” font_container=”tag:p|text_align:left|color:%23ffffff” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][ult_buttons btn_title=”FIND PLATE COMPACTORS” btn_link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fmultiquip.co.uk%2Fproduct-category%2Fcategories-by-application%2Fcompaction%2Fmikasa-compaction-plate%2F|||” btn_align=”ubtn-center” btn_title_color=”#ffffff” btn_bg_color=”rgba(255,255,255,0.01)” icon_size=”32″ btn_icon_pos=”ubtn-sep-icon-at-left” btn_border_style=”solid” btn_color_border=”#ffffff” btn_border_size=”1″ btn_radius=”0″ btn_font_size=”desktop:18px;”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]