Municipal and Industrial Sewer and Pipe Maintenance

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Trailer-mounted jetters

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Trailer-mounted jetters

Max Flow trailer-mounted jetters from Amazing Machinery are available with a single jetter hose for large lines or dual jetter hose for large and small lines. The single-hose system operates with 1/2-inch hose while the dual jetter operates with 3/8- to 1/2-inch hose. All models are equipped with a rear-mounted 12V electric jetter hose reel. The jetters include curbside-mounted jetting controls, water fill tube and fender-mounted toolbox, heavy-duty trailer, compact design, and large water supply tank. 800/504-7435; www.amazingmachinery.com.

 

Diamond cutter

The Diamond Tap Cutter from Cloverleaf Tool cuts cast iron and clay pipe taps in 6-, 8-, 10-, 12-, 15- and 18-inch sewer lines. All cutters are available from stock. The 15- and 18-inch units are special order. 800/365-6583; www.cloverleaftool.com.

 

Rotating nozzle

The Rotodrill nozzle from Enz USA features a rotating front jet for improved cutting performance. The nozzle clears blocked and frozen pipes and moves heavy debris. It has high-quality propulsion and can be used in hydroexcavation by plugging the thrust jets. The nozzle is available in 1/2-, 3/4- and 1-inch systems. 877/369-8721; www.enzusainc.com.

 

Cleaning solution

The Gamajet VIII offers a fast and safe, 12-minute solution to cleaning wet wells, lift stations and manholes. Municipalities and contractors can lower the unit into any vessel for a quick and easy, hands-free cleaning. The process includes connecting the unit to a hose, connecting the hose to a hydrant, pump or jetter, lowering the unit in the vessel, and turning on the pump. The unit is dynamically balanced and will remain in the center of the vessel while blasting grease and residue from the surface, creating pumpable slurry. 610/408-9940; www.gamajet.com.

 

Combo unit

The MC Advanced Series combo unit from GapVax includes a monitoring system allowing the operator to observe and troubleshoot the entire system. The display screen (one inside cab/one outside) controls hydraulics, blower and water pump operations with a complete complement of gauges. All body functions, boom and hose reel functions, vacuum break, throttle, area and safety lighting are wirelessly controlled. The job card feature allows the user to keep track of blower and water pump hours and logs time on each job.

The unit has a 3/16-inch ASTM A572 Grade 50 Exten steel, 5- to 12-cubic-yard (stainless steel also available) debris body, and stainless steel water tank with 2,000-gallon capacity. Vacuum options range from 3,500 to 5,000 cfm with up to 27 inches Hg. The heavy-duty, double-acting single-lift cylinder provides a stable 50-degree dump angle. The boom is an 8-foot front-mounted, telescopic design with dual-lift cylinders, reaching 26 feet with a 270-degree rotation. 888/442-7829; www.gapvax.com.

 

Trailer jetter

The Typhoon trailer jet from General Pipe Cleaners is designed for blockages in big lines and long runs. The unit delivers 12 gpm at 2,500 psi to clean grease sediment and debris. A 200-gallon holding tank carries enough water to handle remote applications where access to water is limited.

Two hose reels (a jet hose reel with 400 feet of 1/2-inch capacity featuring variable-speed electric rewind, and a water supply hose reel carrying 150 feet of 3/4-inch hose) are mounted at the rear of the unit next to the pressure gauge and output valve. Engine controls, including an hour meter, are mounted within easy reach in the lockable toolbox with slide action doors just below the reels. The jetter includes electric brakes, safety strobe light, three safety cones with holder, rear fold-down stabilizer jacks, retractable hose guide arm, and antifreeze system. A 24 hp Honda engine with electric start powers the triplex pump with Vibra-pulse to help slide the nozzle around tight bends and propel the hose down long lines. 800/245-6200; www.drainbrain.com/jets.

 

Quiet vacuum truck

The Guzzler NX vacuum truck from Guzzler Mfg. is built for cleanup and recovery of a wide range of materials, including solids, dry bulk powders, liquids, slurries, and thick, heavy sludge. The cyclone and baghouses are configured together to maximize efficiency and reduce overall weight. An increased filter area and offline cleaning extend bag life while forcing carryover back to the debris tank.

The truck carries a Robuschi blower delivering 5,435 cfm with vacuum capability to 28 inches Hg. The blower, combined with simple air routing, makes more air available at the hose inlet and so moves more material. The large blower lets users load more material at a lower engine rpm, conserving fuel and reducing noise. The truck has a tested operating sound level of 88.9 dB per SAE J1372 test. 815/672-3171; www.guzzler.com.

 

Sewer pumps

HD-146 and HDP-196 sewer pumps from Hammelmann Corp. are suited for dirty water applications. With flow up to 160 gpm and pressures of 3,200 psi, the pumps can handle any sewer blockage problem. The compact design offers an integral reduction gear. Installation options include horizontal or vertical models, reversible pump head, central or side suction connection, discharge connections on both sides, left or right drive shaft, and the pumps operate at any angle.

The pumps are suitable for recycled water, and include high-grade solid ceramic plungers, wear-resistant valve seats, low flow velocity over suction and discharge valves, packing seal sets within rust-resistant stainless steel sleeves, slow plunger speed, standard continuous-duty industrial drive end, pressurized oil lubrication system, and clockwise or counterclockwise rotation. Reversible valve seats offer easy servicing features. Discharge valves use identical components, and maintenance is possible without removal of suction and pressure lines. All service access is from the front and above the units. Fixed valve housing is accessible via lightweight cover plates. Pumps offer quiet drive end due to twin helical gears. 800/783-4935; www.hammelmann.com.

 

Jetting units

The Aquatech F-Series combination jetting and vacuuming units from Hi-Vac Corporation are designed to provide high-quality utilization and efficiency for cleaning storm and sanitary sewers, catch basins, lift stations, wet wells and treatment plants in municipal and industrial applications. The units feature a top, front-loading cylindrical debris tank engineered for use with a positive displacement blower. This style tank provides high-quality strength, durability and longevity.

A true telescopic, top-loading, self-supporting boom with 180-degree hydraulic boom rotation and flexible joint protector prevents kinks, splits and tears. Internal air vac valve allows users to develop maximum vacuum in the debris tank and stop vacuum at boom inlet for safety. A chassis engine powers all components. 800/752-2400; www.aquatechinc.com.

 

Protective clothing

Jetstream of Houston offers a wide range of advanced protective clothing and gear for ultra high-pressure (UHP) applications from the TST Sweden product line. Products are designed for ease of use, increasing the likelihood that the operator will wear the clothing. Because the gear can be put on or removed quickly and easily, there is less downtime on the job. The protective clothing features ultra-high performance, high-molecular weight polyethylene Dyneema fiber. 800/231-8192; www.waterblast.com.

 

Spinning nozzles

Spinning nozzles from NozzTeq are available in 1/2-, 3/4-, 1- and 1 1/4-inch sizes with two kinds of sleds. The 3/4- and 1-inch are one in the same. The spinners are made of stainless steel and brass and require no oil or daily maintenance. The nozzles require no rebuild kits, only washing at the end of the day. The nozzles can clean sewer or stormwater pipes from 2 to 18 inches. Two stainless steel sleds are available for the largest spinners. 866/620-5915; www.nozzteq.com.

 

Drain restoration

Nu Drain from Nu Flow Technologies creates a protective, structural pipe inside an existing host piping system without digging or destruction. The system lines inside infrastructure and underground pipe. Nu Drain restoration uses a liner saturated with epoxy to create a barrier that can span missing sections of pipe, which commonly cause low flow and root intrusion.

The seamless, jointless system is used to rehabilitate deteriorating sanitary drain and storm sewer lines, stopping leaks while controlling and preventing root intrusion. The technology is designed for pipe 3/4 inch to 12 inches in diameter and larger custom sizes, while accommodating multiple 45- and 90-degree elbows. The Scorpion Cutter is used to clean out the pipe of existing roots and buildup. Once cleaned, the pipe is lined with the structural liner. The liner can also be used as a preventive measure. 800/834-9597; www.nuflowtech.com.

 

Grounding reels

Static discharge reels from Reelcraft are used to ground equipment operating in hazardous atmospheres. When properly clamped to ground, the reels dissipate static electrical buildup, reducing the chances of sparking and the potential for explosion. The reels are available to 3/32-inch O.D. steel aircraft cable or 1/8-inch O.D. nylon-covered cable. Reels are supplied with a 100-amp universal jaw-type grounding clamp. They are factory lubricated for life and require no additional lubrication. 800/444-3134; www.reelcraft.com.

 

Turbojet nozzle

The RR3000 Root Ranger nozzle from RIDGID offers a single rear-facing turbojet. It blasts a concentrated stream of water that shears root obstructions from the drain wall. The nozzle can clean lines up to 8 inches. 800/769-7743; www.ridgid.com.

 

Hybrid jetter

The Model 740 Hydro-Jetter from Spartan features 4,000 psi of jetting power at 12 gpm flow on a wide track chassis towable by any vehicle. The unit is available in a gas-powered configuration or in a hybrid version that runs on liquid propane (LP) fuel. The jetter comes with 350 feet of hose and a 40 hp electric-start engine. 800/435-3866; www.spartantool.com.

 

Vacuum truck

The Durasucker vacuum truck from Super Products is DOT 412-approved for hauling hazardous waste on highways. The truck features a full-opening rear hatch, and a hydraulic hoist tilts the tank up to 50 degrees for easy and fast unloading. It can produce vacuum and pressure discharge. For pressure discharge, contractors use a 6-inch-diameter, air-operated, self-closing discharge valve. Vacuum is achieved through a 4-inch port. Both use conventional couplings.

The unit features a 3,200-gallon, carbon-steel tank with an outside diameter of 72 inches; an external rotary float gauge with a 9-inch stainless steel float ball; an air-engaged, heavy-duty PTO pump drive with a hydraulic pump; primary and secondary shutoff valves; hose hooks, trays and fenders; LED DOT lighting; one rear-mounted LED floodlight; and a bumper with heavy-duty under-ride protection and a split for hose pass-through. A Fruitland RCF500 rotary vane pump generates maximum vacuum power of 27 inches Hg, pressure of 35 psi and 350 cfm. It also offers automatic lubrication; a four-way valve for vacuum and pressure; and an oil-catch muffler with drain valve. 800/837-9711; www.superproductscorp.com.

 

High-performance cutters

Turbo chain cutters from USB – Sewer Equipment Corporation are made of tempered stainless steel and offer continuously adjustable guide skids. The chain retainer is driven by a high-performance turbine to remove roots, grease and mineral deposits from 4- to 48-inch sewer lines. With an optimized 3D hydromechanics design in conjunction with ceramic nozzle inserts, the cutters use recycled or clean water. They can also be used as barrel cutters with diamond bits for smooth removal of protruding laterals. Heavy mineral deposits can also be removed with carbide bits attached to the specialized chain. 866/408-2814; www.usbsec.com.

 

Combo sewer cleaner

The Vacall AJV P series combination sewer cleaner from Gradall Industries Inc. provides high-quality jetting action and vacuum power to open clogged sewer lines and perform needed maintenance. All models use positive displacement blower systems and feature a hose reel in the front with an optional axial pivot. The vacuum and jetting systems are powered by the chassis engine, rather than a second engine.

An AllSmartFlow CAN bus control system with programmable LCD display monitors water flow, engine performance and vacuum functions. A fully proportional pendant allows operators to control boom and reel movements away from the chassis, using wired or wireless capabilities. Options include decant valves, cold-water circulation system, backup hose reel hydraulics, and blowers and water pumps, including an 85 gpm/2,000 psi water pump with 30-minute run-dry guarantee. Debris tanks with choice of 6-, 8-, 10- and 12-yard capacities and water tanks with choice of 1,000-, 1,200- and 1,500-gallon capacities. 800/382-8302; www.vacallindustries.com.

 

Long operation

The HXX Hydroexcavator from Vactor Manufacturing offers a safe, easy-to-use alternative for uncovering buried utilities, precision and slot trenching, potholing, water valve box repair and locating existing fiber optic lines, cables and other utilities. It also handles waterline repair, directional drilling, sign and pole installation, and other large-volume excavation.

The unit provides up to seven hours of continuous operation with onboard water. Lower water flow results in less operator fatigue and a clean, precise digging process. Other features include a 12-cubic-yard debris tank, 1,200-gallon superlinear XL polyethylene insulated water tank, and 320-degree rotating boom. Heated pump and cabinets and built-in boiler enable the unit to work on frozen ground in subzero temperatures. 800/672-3171; www.vactor.com.



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