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
Locate and map buried utilities in a single operation with Radiodetection’s iOS-compatible RD8200SG Survey-Grade Precision Locator. Equipped with an integrated GNSS antenna, iPhone and Android users can view and build maps with survey-grade accuracy on a mobile phone while locating. The tool excels in locating buried utilities, with features such as technology that rejects strong interfering signals, Current Direction to identify targets among a number of parallel utilities, and StrikeAlert to warn of shallow cables, thereby reducing the risk of accidents or damage to buried infrastructure. An ergonomic, lightweight design ensures comfort during extended use, while automatic usage logging and swing warnings promote proper handling and enhance safety.877-247-3797; www.radiodetection.com
Schonstedt u-LOCATE Pipe & Cable Locator Range
Schonstedt’s u-LOCATE Pipe & Cable Locator Range is designed for contractors who need an easy-to-use, reliable and economical solution for locating utilities. It is an ideal tool for plumbers, electricians, landscapers, site managers and facilities maintenance techs who occasionally need to detect and trace a buried utility on a job site. With features like a high-contrast screen and shock-resistant casing, it is built to withstand challenging field conditions. Its 82 kHz active frequency, 1 W transmitter, depth estimation, left/right guidance arrows, and passive power locating capabilities make it versatile for various locating tasks. Available in two models — the u-LOCATE and the u-LOCATE+ — the latter includes dual frequencies (33 and 82 kHz) and 512 Hz sonde capability for more complex needs. Both models support additional accessories, such as signal clamps and sonde tracers, to extend the capabilities of the locator and transmitter.888-367-7014; www.schonstedt.com
Vermeer Verifier G1
The Vermeer Verifier G1 utility locator offers a straightforward solution for utility contractors, owners and municipalities seeking reliable utility location capabilities. This waterproof, compact device combines simple operation with professional-grade accuracy, delivering depth measurements precise to ±2.5% at 6.5 feet. Its waterproof coil clamp provides enhanced versatility without needing to encircle utilities. The device offers impressive battery life — up to 30 hours for the receiver and 50 hours for the transmitter in direct connection mode. Built for demanding conditions with IP54 protection, it helps prevent excavation errors while maintaining project schedules.352-728-2222; www.vermeer.com
Hydroexcavation Equipment
Air-Weigh iWeigh for Trucks
The iWeigh for Trucks on-board scale platform from Air-Weigh is flexible for fleets of any size. It allows for operational precision by knowing weights in real-time while remaining scalable with over-the-air updates and networking capabilities. Save time and fuel by skipping out-of-route miles to in-ground scales. It is available for air and mechanical suspensions, as multiple air and mechanical axle groups measured on a single scale unit. An integrated Air-Weigh App is available on most Android devices. It offers Bluetooth with a range up to 100 feet. The unit features reduced installation times with simplified connections with dual-point calibration and weights in 20 pounds or kilograms. increments. It offers 99% accuracy or more for air suspensions, and 97% accuracy or more for mechanical suspensions. It supports CANbus/SAE J1939 Communications for telematics integrations.888-459-3444; www.air-weigh.com
Brown Equipment Hydro-Spade
The mid-size, non-CDL Hydro-Spade truck from Brown Equipment is a mobile hydrovac unit designed for efficient and safe excavation. Using high-pressure water and a powerful vacuum system, it precisely uncovers underground utilities with minimal disruption to the surrounding area. Key features include a wireless-controlled boom and integrated water and vacuum systems, enabling operators to maintain a safe distance from hazardous zones. Its compact design ensures easy maneuverability in tight or urban spaces, making it highly versatile for various excavation tasks. Constructed with quality, nonproprietary parts, the truck is easy to maintain, minimizes downtime and ensures reliability on the job site. It is built to handle demanding excavation needs while prioritizing safety and efficiency.800-747-2312; www.brownequipment.net
Ditch Witch Warlock W12
The Warlock W12 from Ditch Witch is a PTO-driven vacuum excavator that offers dual 600-gallon saddle tanks and a 12-cubic-yard debris tank, bringing increased capacity and performance to the job site. Dual hose reels, as well as the ability to both hydro and air excavate with the same truck, add to its versatility. Available with a 5,000 cfm blower and 27 inches Hg of vacuum power, it helps operators take on bigger jobs and maximize job site uptime. 580-336-4402; www.ditchwitch.com
Dynablast Pratissoli KFR25
The Pratissoli KFR25 water pump, distributed by Dynablast, offers 19.4 gpm at 3,200 psi at 1,000 rpm. It is available on a coupler-driven hydrovac skid or T14 female spline shaft input and SAE C 2/4 bolt flange for direct mounting to the hydraulic motor. It has run-dry seals, Kevlar graphite rope, a 420 stainless steel manifold for protection from cavitation, stainless steel valve cages for protection from cavitation, a self-lubricating design with no weekly oil lubrication required, a symmetrical crankcase that makes it easy to reverse-shaft the pump, internal fins on its aluminum crank case to provide cooling to lower the oil temperature, a tapered roller bearing for improved lateral loading and two bore ceramic plungers that are thicker ceramic on the water end to prevent thermal shock.905-867-4642; www.dynablast.ca
Easy-Kleen Pressure SystemsWildcat Heaters
Wildcat Heaters from Easy-Kleen Pressure Systems deliver up to 2 MMBtu of heating power, supporting both 12-volt and 120-volt power setups, with operational pressures of up to 10,000 psi. An enclosed design option protects the system while offering easy maintenance through dual access panels. These features make them suitable for harsh environments where reliability and efficiency are critical. Vac Truck Hot Water Heaters include a pump pack capable of delivering 20 gpm at 4,000 psi, making them ideal for high-demand applications requiring rapid heating and high-pressure output. Both models are compact for easy installation and provide a comprehensive heating solution designed to seamlessly integrate with vacuum trucks and high-pressure jetting systems. They streamline operations, reduce maintenance downtime and ensure consistent performance in even the toughest conditions.800-315-5533; www.easykleen.com
Hi-Vac X-Vac X-13
The X-Vac X-13 hydroexcavator from Hi-Vac safely and efficiently trenches, potholes and daylights with a combination of power, capacity and operator protection. The top-mounted, 360-degree rotation boom and simple intuitive controls make setups quick, even in tight spaces. The high-volume hydroexcavating power of a 20 gpm at 3,000 psi pump and debris removal of a 5,775 cfm 27-inch Hg high-performance blower get jobs done. An air excavation system is also available. A 13-cubic-yard debris tank, 1,140-gallon freshwater capacity and a nearly 21,000-pound legal payload keep the unit working at the job site. It also includes important job site, transit and maintenance safety features such as integrated wired and wireless E-stops, audible-visual boom out-of-stow alarms and standard debris tank and door prop rods.800-752-2400; www.x-vac.com
GapVax VHX Series
The GapVax VHX Series hydrovac is designed for optimal weight distribution, improved safety features and improved 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 shutoff, 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 promote 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
KAISER PREMIER CV Series
The CV Series line of hydrovacs from KAISER PREMIER employ a powerful Robuschi DV145 — a 27-inch Hg, 6,250 cfm positive displacement blower. The unit comes ready to dig with its Top Gun boom that allows 342-degree rotation and a 26-foot reach or 20-foot depth without clamping on extension pipes. It carries 1,800 to 2,200 gallons of water depending on the model. Material evacuation is simple with its wide-mouth door. There is no need to raise the truck bed, as a sloped floor uses gravity, a high-flow washout system and optional dozer plate to quickly and easily offload material. All critical components are centralized and housed in a protected, insulated and heated van body.970-542-1975; www.kaiserpremier.com
Rival Hydrovac T7 Tandem and T10
The T7 Tandem from Rival Hydrovac was designed primarily to be loaded with debris and driven within legislated road limits with most types of debris on board. The unit comes standard with a scale that reads real-time weights in the cab and on the wireless remote. The T10 is built with the same features and operating system but with larger capacities and components. It is for both utility and industrial work and 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
Super Products Mud Dog 700
Mud Dog 700 vacuum excavators from Super Products are designed to meet the challenges of compact urban projects as well as large-scale excavation projects. They offer a compact footprint for excavation in urban environments while maximizing payload and maintaining the power and precision that larger units offer. 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. Additionally, 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, which minimizes job site restoration and eliminates traffic congestion near roads.800-837-9711; www.superproducts.com
TRUVAC FLXX
The TRUVAC FLXX offers a safer and more efficient way to dig while reducing the risk of damage to underground utilities. Safe digging is at the core of the TRUVAC, ensuring that excavation projects are completed without any accidents or disruptions. By utilizing the unit, contractors and utility workers can confidently tackle any digging project with peace of mind.815-672-3171; www.truvac.com
Vac-Con X-Cavator
The X-Cavator hydrovac from Vac-Con includes a cold-weather enclosure for the water systems and control panel as well as an interior area for operator seating and workspace. Unit filtration is based on the Titan combination machine with a single-cyclone design and final cartridge-style filter. The redesigned boom is lightweight and flexible, rotating 310 degrees around the unit and moving plus 45 degrees and minus 22 degrees vertically. The durable rubber hose material can withstand harsh environments, according to the maker and has a reach of 26 feet. 904-284-4200; www.vac-con.com
Mapping
Vivax-Metrotech VMMap Cloud Pro
VMMap Cloud Pro from Vivax-Metrotech is a mobile application for high-accuracy GPS data collection and real-time cloud-based data management. Available for iOS and Android, it enables field workers to efficiently collect, edit and manage location data. It integrates seamlessly with vLoc3 RTK-Pro receivers via Bluetooth, ensuring precise data capture including depth measurements, GPS coordinates and distance between points. The app offers real-time data transfer to the included cloud, allowing internal teams and external partners to view and process information instantly via the VMMap web portal. Users can easily attach JPG images and export data in formats such as .csv, .kml, .xlsx and more, making it compatible with GIS, CAD and asset management systems. With support for Google Maps, Apple Maps and third-party GPS devices, it enhances workflows, improving communication and productivity in the field.800-446-3392; www.vivax-metrotech.com
Safety/Personal Protection Equipment
CrewPlex
CrewPlex offers hands-free communication solutions that help crews stay connected, even in challenging environments where noise, distance, and task complexity can impact safety and productivity. The entire crew, including supervisors and support staff, can communicate seamlessly with a single system. Users can speak and listen in real-time without delays, voice activation or the need to push a button. High audio quality ensures clear communication in all environments, especially on sites with noise levels exceeding 100 dB. Plus, integration with two-way radio systems keeps everyone connected with supervisors, extending communication across the entire work crew.334-321-1400; www.crewplex.com
