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

Transway Systems Terra-Vex

The Terra-Vex unit from Transway Systems is built for efficiency, precision and adaptability in the field. For added flexibility, it can be equipped with an optional 185 cfm, 150 psi air compressor, giving operators the power to switch seamlessly between traditional hydro and air excavation, depending on the demands of the job. Air excavation provides a cleaner, more surgical approach to exposing buried infrastructure, making it ideal for sensitive utility locates, high-traffic job sites, or locations where minimizing mess is a priority. Unlike hydroexcavation, it doesn’t create slurry, reducing the need for cleanup and removal. When water supply is limited or access to refills is difficult, air keeps crews productive without interruption. Whether you’re operating in remote terrain or congested urban environments, having the option to excavate with air enhances versatility, boosts uptime and increases overall job site control. 800-263-4508; www.transwaysystems.com 

Drill Bits

Kondex Drill Defender

Every Drill Defender product produced by Kondex includes laser cladding, an additive manufacturing process that uses a laser to metallurgically bond tungsten carbide to a product’s base material. The tooling is designed for small- to medium-sized HDD rigs and works well in all ground conditions. The product line currently includes sonde housings (flat bit or splined connection), dirt bits, cobble bits, splined adapters, starter rods and collars. 800-447-1860; www.kondex.com 

Drilling Compound

Jet-Lube HDD KOPR

HDD KOPR from Jet-Lube is a metallic tool joint and drill collar compound that is unleaded, zinc-free and enhanced with copper flake and graphite, plus other extreme pressure and antiwear additives. It prevents excessive circumferential makeup by increasing the coefficient of friction under compressive forces. It is designed to optimize HDD operations, maximize equipment life and enhance productivity. 713-670-5700; www.jetlube.com 

Horizontal Directional Drilling

Boretec 10HD

The Boretec 10HD is a compact, high-performance pit-launched horizontal directional drill designed for dependable operation in demanding conditions. Its clean, durable frame and efficient power delivery make it a contractor-focused boring system built for productivity. It can run a 3-inch rock hammer directly off the drill circuit, giving it true all-terrain capability without extra equipment. It offers 0-175 rpm rotation, 1,500 ft-lbs spindle torque at 3,000 psi, and 12,000 pounds push/pull thrust at 3,000 psi, with a recommended hydraulic flow of 20 to 30 gpm at 2,500 to 3,000 psi. It is available in a 5- or 8-foot track, maintains a low 14-inch centerline and uses 1.5-inch OD rods with 1.66-inch joints for fast, easy handling. 864-708-1250; www.boretec.com

Ditch Witch Switch-Connect System

The Switch-Connect System from Ditch Witch allows for faster and safer tooling replacement at the borehole. The zero-rotation quick-connect system has a connection design that saves time and reduces safety risks on job sites by allowing crews to connect tooling without requiring machine torque or the use of large wrenches. A large fluid path on the provides optimal flow to minimize stress on equipment and reduce breakdowns. Its collarless design eliminates a connection point to help crews work quickly and smoothly. Additionally, by positioning cutting teeth right at the connection, the system can better chew through debris to keep jobs on schedule. 580-336-4402; www.ditchwitch.com

Vermeer D24

The Vermeer D24 horizontal directional drill is a 24,000-pound class machine engineered for urban utility installation. Powered by a 100 hp CAT 3.6L Tier 4F/Stage V engine, it delivers 24,700 pounds max peak thrust and pullback, with 3,080 ft-lbs of rotational torque. It features an automated rod exchange system that completes changeouts with a single button, enhancing efficiency and protecting components. An advanced onboard diagnostic system with touchscreen display provides real-time troubleshooting guidance. Built with premium hydraulic components, the drill operates quietly for sensitive urban environments. It accommodates 400 feet or 480 feet of 2.375-inch Firestick drill rod, with redesigned vises for improved performance. The 45 gpm mud pump and 198 rpm rotation speed enable efficient installation of fiber, power cables and water infrastructure in congested city settings. 641-628-3141; www.vermeer.com 

Hydroexcavation Equipment

Easy-Kleen Mobile Heater

Easy-Kleen’s Mobile Heater delivers portability for contractors tackling remote or confined spaces. It features a 300,000 Btu diesel-fired heat exchanger mounted on a steel frame with forklift pockets, pneumatic tires and a telescoping handle, enabling hot-water cleaning even in subzero environments. Its stainless steel coil and adjustable thermostat ensure consistent temperatures up to 200 degrees F, while integrated fuel and water tanks support eight hours of continuous operation. 800-315-5533; www.easykleen.com

GapVax VHE

The GapVax VHE hydrovac is built for strength and simplicity. The full-length 6-inch subframe reinforces the chassis frame and provides a stable dumping platform. It comes standard with a full-opening tailgate and 50-degree dump angle for fast, efficient unloading. Customizable options include water tanks from 300 to 2,000 gallons, debris bodies from 4 to 15 cubic yards and a standard 4,500 cfm, 18-inch Hg blower (a 4,000 cfm, 27-inch Hg option is available). Water systems range from 19 gpm and 2,900 psi up to 40 gpm and 5,800 psi. Its improved 8-inch telescoping boom rotates 180 degrees, uses heavy-duty dual lift cylinders for consistent positioning and dips down 8 feet lower than the previous model. The multistage filtration system features a stainless steel float ball shut-off, self-cleaning cyclone separators and an easy-clean cartridge filter. 888-442-7829; www.gapvax.com

Hydra-Flex Machete

The Machete nozzle from Hydra-Flex offers precision and power for trenching, sloping and bellholing. Its 15-degree linear oscillating stream combines the force of a straight tip with the efficiency of a rotating tip, allowing for faster, deeper digging in compact, rocky soils and caliche. Its continuously moving stream makes it a safer tool to use around underground utilities and reduces the risk of soil collapsing or undermining. Its ergonomic design reduces physical strain on the operator and helps minimize long-term wear and tear on the body. Built with premium, long-lasting materials, this nozzle is designed to be field-repairable, resulting in a longer lifespan and lower operational costs. 952-808-3640; www.hydraflexinc.com

Pressure Lift HydraBore

The HydraBore equipment attachment from Pressure Lift fits on the end of any vacuum hose used for hydroexcavation. Place the stinger on the far end of the tool, then hook the HydraBore to the end of the snorkel. Connect the air supply and high-pressure water supply systems, turning the air on first, then the water supply, open the vacuum system and begin hydroexcavating. Contractors no longer need additional workers holding a lance-powered high-pressure water supply. It also removes the need to wear a rainsuit to remain clean as the user begins every job from several feet away using the lanyard or from the safety of the side of the rig at the other controls. Once hydroexcavation begins, the user can control the boom in an up-and-down motion, then when the HydraBore becomes submerged, it can excavate faster and go deeper than before, reducing wear and tear on vacuum equipment. 866-504-6596; www.pressurelift.com

Presvac Systems Hydrovac

The Presvac Systems Hydrovac is designed for versatility and cold-weather operation with optional full compliance with U.S. Department of Transportation specifications for collection or transportation of hazardous materials. The high-vacuum blower allows extraction of all types of soils, gravel, rock, clay, water and silt material, with knockout features in the debris tank to minimize carryover. Modular filtration configured to blower size provides blower protection and minimal maintenance. It comes with a heavy-duty, 8-inch boom that extends up to 25 feet with six-way hydraulic power and wireless controls for all boom functions, a soft-start water pump, vacuum breaker and truck engine speed. 800-387-7763; www.presvac.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 HXX Quint

TRUVAC’s five-axle HXX Quint is able to handle a superior payload without sacrificing performance or versatility. As a heavy-duty, full-sized hydrovac, the five-axle unit is built to deliver maximum job site productivity. That includes the ability to hold 1,200 gallons of water, with a legal payload of 25,000 pounds. The simple controls are the same as the HXX four-axle for familiarity and ease. As a vacuum excavator, it provides a safer, easy-to-use alternative for potholing, waterline repair, slot trenching, directional drilling, sign and pole installation, pipe and line repair and installation and other large-volume excavation. Its five axles increase the maximum payload capacity beyond what the TRUVAC HXX four-axle could handle. 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

X-Vac X-13 Hydro Excavator

The X-Vac X-13 Hydro Excavator 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 (with air excavation optional) of a 20 gpm and up to 4,000 psi pump and debris removal of a 5,775 cfm at 27 inches Hg high-performance blower get jobs done faster. 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 

Mud/Slurry Pump

Gorman-Rupp PA6C60-4045T FT4

Gorman-Rupp’s PA6C60-4045T FT4 priming-assisted trash pump comes equipped with a venturi compressor priming chamber and priming valve system. This system eliminates leaks associated with other vacuum-assisted pumps and reduces environmental concerns on sewage bypass operations, allowing the pump to operate under flooded conditions without leaking. This 6-by-6-inch pump model is powered by a 74 hp Tier IV John Deere diesel air-cooled engine. Constructed of ductile iron, this pump features a two-vane impeller capable of passing a 3-inch-diameter solid. This model can handle flows up to 2,100 gpm, and heads to 148 feet. It is available with an optional single-axle wheel kit or tandem-axle over-the-road trailer for increased portability. 419-755-1011; www.grpumps.com 

Pipe Bursting

PE Equipment PE-10

The PE-10 from PE Equipment brings trenchless efficiency to residential water, electrical and communications service lines. It supports both pipe bursting and rod pushing in a single unit. It is ideal for 3/4- to 3-inch service lines. With pre-mounted hydraulics and a full control module, the system delivers a robust 20,000-pound push/pull power. Switching between the pipe bursting and rod-pushing modules takes just 5 to 10 minutes, completing jobs faster, eliminating the need for multiple machines. In bursting mode, it can pull replacement pipe up to 150 feet at speeds up to 13 feet per minute, breaking out old lines while installing new ones. In rod-push mode, it installs lines through new ground or follows existing paths with interchangeable heads and optional locating equipment. 406-499-8136; www.pe-equipment.com

TT Technologies Grundoburst

Burst and replace water, sewer, gas and other pipes with the Grundoburst static pipe bursting system from TT Technologies. It can pull in a variety of replacement pipe including PVC, DIP, ABS, cast iron, fusion-welded HDPE and VCP jacking pipe. The static pipe bursting system utilizes a specially designed bladed cutter head to make bursting ductile iron and steel pipe possible. Pulled by a hydraulic bursting unit, the cutter head’s special cutting wheels split the host pipe. An attached expander spreads and displaces the split pipe into the surrounding soil while simultaneously pulling in the new pipe. QuickLock bursting rods are linked together, not threaded. This saves time, prevents twisting and extends the life of the cutter head over threaded bursting rods. Six models are available for bursting 2- through 54-inch pipes and larger. 800-533-2078; www.tttechnologies.com