Air Excavation Equipment

RAMVAC Vacuum Excavators by Sewer Equipment Tempest

The Tempest industrial air mover from RAMVAC Vacuum Excavators by Sewer Equipment is capable of removing dry and liquid materials over a long distance and from great depths. This unit delivers maximum vacuum efficiency even in the toughest working conditions. While utilizing high suction from a 28 inches Hg 5,500 cfm positive displacement blower through an 8-inch system, this unit offers a self-discharging filter system that provides automatic interval cleaning of the filter house during vacuum operations. This system significantly reduces the downtime associated with premature cleaning of the baghouse when the debris box is not full. It allows operators to keep working while recognizing maximum debris capacity. Additionally, its hydraulically powered articulating extendable knuckleboom is exclusive in the marketplace. With 270-degree range of motion and 16 foot working length, this boom hinges back and forth, providing maximum support of the vacuum tube for increased operator ergonomics as well as cleaning efficiency. 888-477-7638; www.sewerequipment.com

Drills

Vermeer Ultra X3 Drilling System

The Vermeer Ultra X3 Drilling System for utility-sized rigs is designed with a nontorqued spline connection system, and it offers compatibility with a wide range of pilot bit and pullback configurations. The system delivers value and efficiency with its ability to swap out tooling quickly with two knock-out dowel pins, the capability of reaming directly from the transmitter housing, and the elimination of starter rods and adapters in certain applications. It is available in Ultra X3 375 for HDDs in the 40,000-pound drill range, Ultra X3 325 for HDDs in the 24,000-pound drill range and Ultra X3 275 for HDDs in the 10,000-pound drill range. 352-728-2222; www.vermeer.com

Hydroexcavation Equipment

Dynablast HV590FLS-12VRED

The HV590FLS-12VRED hydrovac water heater from Dynablast produces 590,000 Btus with an output temperature of 175 degrees F at 7 gpm. An optional electronic 12-volt thermostat can hold more precise water temperature. The unit is suitable for colder climates and improves digging in clay-filled areas. It enables fuel savings of 3/4 gph and weight reduction of 250 pounds over the current 690,000 Btu model. It comes with ETL certification for safety, which also includes certification on the coil for higher efficiency and heat transfer, stainless steel target plate for increased coil life and serviceability with momentary override control. 905-867-4642; www.dynablast.ca

Easy-Kleen Pressure Systems Wildcat Heaters

Wildcat Heaters high-pressure, oil-fired hot-water/steam heaters and hydraulic pump systems from Easy-Kleen Pressure Systems are designed for reliability and efficiency, and are installation-ready for vacuum trucks and hydroexcavators. A full range of heater options includes dry steam, redundancy packages, schedule 80 and 160 stainless steel or A53 boiler pipe, and fine-tuned temperature and flow-control systems. All coils are manufactured in-house, with CRN boiler-approved coils now available. Heaters can be designed for mounting in a cabinet or supplied as a completed cabinet unit. They are CSA and ETL approved. Hydraulic pumping systems are available. 800-315-5533; www.easykleen.com

Enz USA Hydro X

The Hydro X nozzle from Enz USA is available in 3/8-inch NPT or 1/2-inch connecting threads, and it can function at up to 5,000 psi with flow as low as 8 gpm. It combines a powerful, oscillating water jet with a high debris removal rate. A tungsten carbide front jet ensures a longer life than ceramic jets can offer. For quick and easy maintenance, a repair kit is available. Due to the nozzle’s simplicity, repairs can be made quickly and efficiently in the field with little downtime. For the operator’s safety, a plastic cover provides protection against harsh and sensitive environments. 888-369-8721; www.enz.com

GapVax VHX Series

The GapVax VHX Series hydrovac is designed to deliver optimum weight distribution, improved safety features and increased performance. The debris body is 7.5 cubic yards, offering a 15,000-pound payload. The low-profile (12 feet 2 inches) makes it suitable for all-around hydroexcavation projects. The vacuum system with single mode wet/dry filtration is quiet, reliable and simple, according to the maker. It includes a 4,000 cfm positive displacement blower, 600 hp transfer case with air-shift engagement and ultra-quiet air injection and discharge silencers. This filtration design includes a top-loading debris tank, 14-inch stainless steel float-ball shut-off, efficient centrifugal cyclone separators and long-lasting filter bags. It is equipped with a 12 gpm, 3,000 psi water system with optional 200 cfm air compressor system. A full-tilting debris body, over 45-degree dump angle and full-opening tailgate allow for fast unloading and easy cleanout. The 8-inch telescoping VHX boom offers a 22-foot reach with 15-degree downward pivot. 888-442-7829; www.gapvax.com

Hi-Vac X-13 Hydro Excavator

The Hi-Vac X-13 Hydro Excavator was created to maximize productivity and return on investment and minimize downtime by eliminating high-maintenance components. A modular design provides clean and intuitive controls and simple, planned maintenance accessibility for all critical systems. It is ideal when on-site dumping is required and for off-highway applications that require the maximum legal payload. A 13-cubic yard debris tank, up to 24,500-pound payload capacity and 1,140-gallon freshwater capacity result in fewer costly job site trips. Power is provided by a 5,800 cfm 27-inch Hg high-performance blower and a run-dry water pump that delivers 20 gpm at 2,500 psi. The top-mounted, 360-degree boom ensures accessibility in all directions and a heavy-duty, hydraulic vibrator facilitates fast and efficient unloading of the debris body. A severe-duty boiler safely heats water for frozen ground applications. 800-752-2400; www.x-vac.com

HotJet USA Vac ’n Jet Series

The HotJet USA Vac ‘n Jet Series of vacuum trailer jetters are rugged and compact, engineered to haul equipment and spoils loads, can clean valve boxes and storm drains and hydroexcavate and/or clean drainlines and sewer lines. They offer hot- and/or cold-water operation with a choice of engines ranging from 13 to 66 hp and gas or diesel. They are equipped with premium triplex pumps, a 500-gallon spoils tank, 200-gallon water tank, Gardner Denver vac/blowers, 4-ton hydraulic dump and CentriClean filter system. They can also be designed to meet specifications. 800-624-8186; www.hotjetusa.com

Pressure Lift HydraBore

The HydraBore from Pressure Lift can blast down and physically remove built up tallow, soap residue and tank waste. Best used with a jetter, it will only add roughly 16 gallons of high-pressure water in a 10-minute period. Total time on a job, with a unit pumping approximately 2,000 gallons of waste, is less than 20 minutes at depths of 5 to 500 feet. It also minimizes the amount of cleanup simply because the water jets are directed towards the area to be excavated. It only requires one person to operate the boom, as the unit automatically directs the water where it’s needed for the project because it is connected to the pump boom. 866-504-6596; www.pressurelift.com

Rival Hydrovac T7 Tandem and T10

The T7 Tandem from Rival Hydrovac was designed primarily to be a unit that could be loaded with debris and drive within legislated road limits with most types of debris on board. The unit comes standard with a scale that reads real-time weights both in the cab and on the wireless remote to confirm weight prior to travel. The T10 is built with the same features and operating system, but with larger capacities and components. It is popular with clients who do both utility and industrial work. It is available in three chassis layouts to meet weight restrictions in a given area. An air compressor option allows for excavating with air when required while a truck-mounted coring system allows for removal of hard surfaces prior to nondestructive excavating. 403-550-7997; www.rivalhydrovac.com

Soil Surgeon hydroexcavating tool

The Soil Surgeon hydroexcavating tool fits any sewer combination truck equipped with a telescoping 6- or 8-inch boom. The tool has a 1-inch water connection. The operator controls water pressure and power through truck controls. It has a 6-foot Tuff-Tube with handles to guide the unit down for potholing or side to side for trenching. Six jets boring inward cut the soil while six boring outward bring the tube down. 949-363-1401; www.soilsurgeoninc.com

Super Products Mud Dog 700

Mud Dog 700 vacuum excavators from Super Products are designed for operator convenience and consistent performance to meet the challenges of compact, urban projects to large-scale excavation. Regardless of the task, the vacuum excavators offer versatility as well as safety and productivity on the job site, according to the maker. They offer a compact footprint for excavation in urban environments while maximizing payload and are designed to maintain the power and precision of larger units. The unit features a 7-yard debris body and 600-gallon water tank. This model comes standard as a dump body with an electric vibrator offering a 50-degree dump angle with the capability of dumping into a 48-inch container. It is equipped with a rear-mounted, extendable, 8-inch-diameter boom that reaches 18 feet, has 270-degree rotation and pivots 10 degrees downward to minimize job site restoration and traffic congestion near roads. 800-837-9711; www.superproducts.com

Tornado Global Hydrovacs F3 ECO-LITE

Tornado Global Hydrovacs engineered the F3 ECO-LITE to have big functionality in a mid-sized platform. It was made specifically to legally haul large payloads in urban environments with a debris capacity of 10 cubic yards and a water capacity of 1,250 gallons. A float-style indicator is positioned on the outside of the debris tank for easy monitoring of volume. It comes with a boom capable of reaching to 26 feet with 342 degrees of rotation and an 8-inch boom hose. The truck uses a 3,800 cfm Robuschi 125 blower, a Pratissoli KT28 water pump and a Dynablast 740,000 Btu burner. A hydraulic dump door measuring 48 by 52 inches is mounted on the back of the tank and sits 42 inches high for easy use over bins. 877-340-8141; www.tornadotrucks.com

TRUVAC TRXX

The TRUVAC TRXX vacuum excavation trailer is easy to learn, operate and maintain. It delivers the power and features required to perform a wide range of swafe digging applications including underground utility locating, keyholing for HDD installations, slot trenching, and removal of non-hazardous liquids including flood water, drilling spoils, and catch basins. It brings safe digging to a new range of applications to benefit municipalities and landscaping and plumbing contractors, when job locations are tight on space, or less than what would require a full-size truck. Available in 500 and 800 gallons, both offer optional cyclone filtration. A standard wireless multi-function remote control activates all dig, vacuum, and dump functions, including the “Dig and Unclog” feature to streamline the operator’s workflow. An optional strong arm or hydraulic boom extends the reach even further. 800-627-3171; www.truvac.com

Vac-Con Mudslinger MS800

The Mudslinger MS800 trailer-mounted hydrovac from Vac-Con is designed to provide the same power, suction and capacity of a truck hydroexcavator on a portable, pull-behind trailer. It includes the choice of Tier 4 diesel or gas engine options providing up to 1,190 cfm and 16 inches Hg with a PD blower and 325 gallons of water. It has an 845-gallon debris tank and a 9-foot boom with 24 inches of hydraulic extension provides a full range of motion. It is designed to be a standalone unit, but can also provide support to construction, HDD and public utility fleets. A variety of applications includes daylighting, potholing, culvert and manhole cleaning and utility locating. 904-284-4200; www.vac-con.com

Vacall AllExcavate and AllExcavate2

Standard intelligent controls, easy startup and operation set Vacall AllExcavate and AllExcavate2 machines apart. Both models efficiently remove dirt around utility lines and foundations. Water pumps generate 24.5 to 120 gpm and pressures to 3,000 psi. The AE2 model adds air excavation at 185 cfm and dual psi of 110 and 150. Water system, wand, control panel, tools and worker apparel are protected in a heated compartment. An AllSmartFlow CAN bus intelligent control system features a programmable LCD display that monitors engine, water-flow, air pressure, and vacuum performance for precise boom and reel adjustments. Aluminum water tanks with lifetime warranty carry 1,000 to 1,300 gallons.  Galvanized debris tanks have a supreme finish, and are available with 8-, 10- and 13-cubic-yard capacities. They use one engine to power the chassis and excavation functions, reducing service and operation costs. 800-382-8302; www.vacall.com

Pipe

AGRU America PE Pipes and Fittings 

AGRU America offers pipes and fittings made from polyethylene 100/4710 for durability and corrosion/abrasion resistance, used in many municipal and industrial applications. Products include large-diameter pipe, HDPE pipe fittings, Mine-Line pipes, electrofusion fittings and equipment, ball valves, metric solutions, and semi-finished products. Product benefits include long-term service life and reduced operational costs, superior flow and weight characteristics, manufacturing in both butt fusion and electrofusion fittings, and proven performance in gas, water, industrial and municipal applications. 800-373-2478, www.agruamerica.com

Pipe Bursting

HammerHead Trenchless HydraSlitter

HammerHead Trenchless HydraSlitter kits are designed to help industry professionals meet the 10-year U.S. goal of replacing all lead pipe service laterals. The system provides a minimally invasive, low-cost, effective alternative to opencut replacement of lead potable water pipe 1/2 to 1 inch in diameter. Select from two full-system kits now available online. Kits once ordered arrive within a few days containing all tooling and accessories the contractor needs for that specific job. Contents include the appropriate slitter, blades, expanders, cable, duct-rodder and cable grip for the excavator, as well as a tooling assembly selection chart and instructions. 800-331-6653; www.hammerheadtrenchless.com

Pow-R Mole Trenchless Solutions PD-33M

The PD-33M pipe bursting machine from Pow-R Mole Trenchless Solutions is designed to replace existing underground pipes 2 to 6 inches in diameter. Its nonslip, cylinder-activated jaws prevent cable damage while providing 60,000 pounds of pulling force. It offers a cost-effective alternative to opencut excavation, reducing customer disruption and increasing company profits. The process replaces the existing pipe with a fused HDPE pipe, which eliminates all joints and allows the operator to pull through bends such as 45-degree fittings. This system is modular and can be easily disassembled and reassembled for manhole and basement applications. With a compact design and very small footprint of only 20 by 20 inches, this unit can be used in tight locations. 800-344-6653; www.powrmole.com

Rock Drills/Saws

Infinity Tool Rock Boss Extreme

The Rock Boss Extreme from Infinity Tool is designed specifically for HDD rock drilling and is one of the most steerable PDC rock bits on the market. This design is also manufactured with back-out cutters throughout its entire range. It is available in 5-, 5 1/2-, 6 1/4-, 6 1/2-, and 6 3/4-inch diameter five-blade models, and a 5 1/2-inch diameter, six bladed model. All bits are manufactured to international quality standards. 888-838-6657; www.infinitytoolmfg.com