Product News: Dec. 19, 2016

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Product News: Dec. 19, 2016
The X-8 hydroexcavator from Hi-Vac Corporation has been redesigned for increased power and capacity.

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Hi-Vac hydroexcavator
The X-8 hydroexcavator from Hi-Vac Corporation has been redesigned for increased power and capacity. A new debris tank with a dished front head allows operators to legally load up to 8 cubic yards, helping avoid overweight tickets. The total payload capacity is 24,000 pounds and there is an onboard scale located at the operator station. The unit also features a 4,000 cfm, 27-inch Hg blower and a cyclone separator capable of 10-micron filtration. 800/752-2400; www.x-vac.com.

Ring-O-Matic offers Hurco valve exercisers
Spin Doctor valve exercising models from Hurco can be mounted to any Ring-O-Matic vacuum excavator, allowing operators to clean debris from and then exercise the valve. Exercisers have 13 feet of reach and 270 degrees of swing. The Hurco SD-400 provides 400 ft-lbs of torque, sufficient for municipal valve exercising programs. The SD-800 exerciser offers 800 ft-lbs of torque, allowing it to open large and gear-operated valves. The ERB-800 is similar to the SD-800, but on a horizontal axis. It also features a pivoting head, simplifying connection to the valve wrench. 800/544-2518; www.ring-o-matic.com.

Water Cannon undercarriage cleaner
Steel Eagle undercarriage cleaners from Water Cannon are designed to simplify pressure washing vehicle undersides. A 13-inch wheel assembly has two 0-degree nozzles and two 15-degree nozzles, providing 24 inches of cleaning area. The unit handles pressures up to 4,300 psi and temperatures up to 250 degrees. The handle adjusts from 33.5 to 60 inches of reach and the unit can be used for vehicles with 14.5 inches of ground clearance. 800/333-9274; www.watercannon.com.

General Pipe Cleaners drain snake Quick Fix
Quick Fix from General Pipe Cleaners is designed to repair broken drain cleaning snakes in the field. A spring with pre-welded female connector is threaded over the broken snake after the damaged end is cut off, allowing a broken snake to be fixed with vice grips or pliers. They are available in 1/2-, 9/16-, 5/8- and 3/4-inch sizes with female or male connectors for General Flexicore cables. 800/245-6200; www.drainbrain.com.

Isuzu Class 6 medium-duty truck
The 2018 Isuzu FTR is designed for high efficiency in the medium-duty truck market. The Class 6 truck has a 25,950-pound GVWR and Dana axles with capacities of 12,000 pounds in front and 19,000 pounds in the rear. The FTR will have wheelbase lengths from 152 to 248 inches, accommodating bodies from 14 to 30 feet long. The turbocharged Isuzu 5.2L engine provides 215 hp and 520 ft-lbs torque and the Allison six-speed automatic transmission features power take-off capability. 877/478-9828; www.isuzucv.com.

Geophysical Survey Systems UtilityScan Pro
The UtilityScan Pro ground-penetrating radar from Geophysical Survey Systems is designed for identifying and marking the depth of subsurface utilities. The unit detects metallic and nonmetallic targets including storage tanks and PVC pipes. Features include real-time data collection, multiple depth calculation methods, GPS integration and non-destructive testing configurations. It is available in several cart and antenna configurations. 800/524-3011; www.geophysical.com.

PipeHunter Red Dawg nozzle
The Red Dawg Low-Pro pipe cleaning nozzle from PipeHunter is available in 1/2- and 3/4-inch sizes. The unit features three forward-facing jets and six rear-facing jets, which are all replaceable. The simple design of the nozzle helps prevent hang-ups and allows it to enter lateral clean-outs with ease. 800/373-1318; www.pipehunter.com.

StoneAge Wireless Tracked Striker
The Wireless Tracked Striker from StoneAge is an automated shotgunning system for hands-free surface preparation. The system enables safe, precise shotgun cleaning on blast pads, walkways and platforms, as well as inside vessels, boilers and other difficult-to-access locations. The modular design adapts to a wide range of applications with plug-and-play accessories. The remotely steerable tracked base allows for continuous cleaning without needing to reposition. 866/795-1586; www.stoneagetools.com.



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