The 31st Annual Pumper & Cleaner Environmental Expo International closed a four-year run in Louisville with 3,644 companies, cities and utilities represented and 8,286 total attendees. The Expo moves to Indianapolis for 2012, running Feb. 27 to March 1 at the Indiana Convention Center.
The 2011 Expo offered a full slate of educational seminars spread over three days and included 477 exhibits of new and familiar products and technologies. Here is a sampling of the new offerings on display for septic pumping, onsite system repair and maintenance, and portable sanitation contractors:
MOBILE DECONTAMINATION TRAILER
Typically used in asbestos or lead paint mitigation operations or other hazardous situations, mobile decontamination trailers from Ameri-Can Engineering come in a standard range of sizes from 16 to 32 feet, but have been custom-built up to 48 feet for specific applications. Workers enter the dirty room at the back of the trailer and remove dust-covered clothing and gear in the closed area, which maintains negative air pressure, changes the air seven times per hour and uses HEPA filtration. Workers then move to the central shower area, where water is collected and filtered before discharge, and dress in the heated and air-conditioned clean room at the front of the trailer that includes lockers, clothes hooks and seating. Water in the 2.5-gpm (20 psi) shower is heated with LP gas or electricity and maintains a constant 107 degrees. 574/892-5151;www.ameri-can.com.
LUXURY TRAILER
Advanced Containment Systems Inc. displayed its latest restroom trailer designed for high-end service at weddings, corporate and other special events. The 34-foot trailer has two stalls and two urinals on the men’s side, five stalls on the women’s side and a matching hydraulic-lift ADA-accessible unit with landing and ramps. The interior features hand-cut Carerra marble countertops, full-sized custom-framed vanity and wardrobe mirrors, full-height private stalls, electronic-eye flushing urinals and sinks, along with pushbutton flushing toilets. The unit also features track lighting, hand-stained six-panel doors and hand-laid tile flooring. 800/927-2271; www.restroomtechnology.com.
THREE-COMPARTMENT GREASE TRAP
Aero-Tech displayed its three-compartment grease trap. Designed for car washes, the trap has a 48-inch footprint. It features a 180-degree outlet and can handle flows of 500 to 600 gpd. 574/935-0908; www.aerotech-atu.com.
TOSS-IN PACKET WITH GRAPEBURST SCENT
Century Chemical Corp. introduced a water-soluble toss-in restroom deodorant packet featuring GrapeBurst odor-control technology. The non-formaldehyde product is safe for users and the environment and improves portion control for technicians in the field, saving time and eliminating product waste. The film dissolves in one minute, dispersing fragrance, dye and chemical to fight odors for seven days. 800/348-3505; www.centurychemical.com.
SLIDE-IN SKID FOR RESTROOM HAULER
A new slide-in skid can turn the restroom unit carrier from Explorer Trailers into a flatbed hauler of ADA restrooms, hand-wash stations or other supplies. The galvanized metal skid slides into the channels used to contain standard restrooms and can be clamped down to carry a variety of equipment to the jobsite. The lightweight skid is easy for one person to handle; two units span the width of the trailer. Skids can be painted to match trailer color. 866/457-5425; www.mckeetechnologies.com.
ENHANCED VACUUM TRUCK
The Guzzler NX vacuum truck from Guzzler Mfg. has been redesigned to enhance productivity and achieve a more attractive price. 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. Seventy-two 70-inch bags provide a low 4:1 air-to-cloth ratio, keeping the system clean and filtered for reliable performance and high productivity. 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 to move 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.
CUSTOM RESTROOM TRAILER
Art Co. showed a custom-built 20-foot restroom trailer with one stall and two urinals in the men’s side and three stalls in the women’s side. The trailer is built in 10-, 12-, 16-, 20- and 24-foot sizes, or custom lengths, and features unibody undercoated steel frame construction, aluminum sheet exterior, integral skirting, hydraulic levelers and DOT safety and LED exterior lights. The trailer has hands-free faucets, pushbutton-flush toilets, standard slide-out steps and maple cabinetry, pocket doors and crown molding, all stained in an oak color. For durability, the units feature laminate walls, solid-surface countertops with integrated sink, vinyl plank flooring with a hardwood look, trash can and integrated soap dispensers. The trailer includes heat, air conditioning and a 725-gallon waste tank with room for an optional 200-gallon freshwater tank in the utility room. 269/435-4278; www.arestroomtrailer.com.
SKID-STEER PUMP ATTACHMENT
Boerger LLC introduced the Multi-Crusher skid-steer pump attachment. The portable hydraulic-powered unit, used in place of a centrifugal pump, is made to condition or grind material used for belt press dewatering or digester cleanouts. It also can pump thick and viscous material into tankers. 877/726-3743; www.boerger-pumps.com.
BACTERIA-BASED URINAL BLOCK
BioFORCE bacteria-based urinal blocks from Chempace Corp. are designed to replace chlorobenzene-based products. The blocks are sold in 50-unit pails and come in a variety of fragrances and sizes to work effectively between two and four weeks. Salt added to the blocks helps prevent freezing in restrooms in winter months. 800/423-5350; www.chempace.com.
ALUMINUM RAMP FOR ADA TRAILER
The 26-foot, 9-station ADA restroom trailer from Comforts of Home Services Inc. showed a new aluminum ramp with hydraulic assist. The 26-foot diamond-plate ramp features removable handrails and folds up and connects to the trailer with pins front, center and back. Hydraulic assist makes installing the ramp a one-person job. The trailer was shown with pewter metallic exterior, chocolate interior, four ladies’ stalls, two men’s stalls and two urinals, and an ADA family room with fold-down diaper station. 877/382-2935; www.cohsi.com.
SEPTIC VACUUM TRUCK
Heritage Truck Equipment introduced its latest steel-tank vacuum truck. Also available in aluminum or stainless steel, tank sizes range from 2,000 to 5,000 gallons. Other features include steel, aluminum or stainless steel hose trays, interior full baffles (minimum two per tank), full-length double-leg sills with 2-inch grooved rubber cushion, custom rear bumpers, custom work and strobe light packages, custom tool boxes (steel, aluminum or stainless steel), interior and exterior tank coatings, electronic load level gauges with LED display (float or sonar), split tanks with freshwater wash-down pumps, custom paint, decals and lettering. 330/699-4491; www.heritagetruck.com.
SMOOTH-SIDED RESTROOM
The Glacier portable restroom from Five Peaks Technology adds smooth single-wall construction to a standard Aspen model and a new hair-cell finish to the polyethylene formulation to promote easier cleaning and make the unit more graffiti-resistant. With heavier sheet stock, the unit gains 14 pounds to weigh 150 pounds. Like the Aspen, the unit has a coat hook, hover handle, corner shelf, gender signage, three-roll paper holder and 65-gallon tank. 866/293-1502; www.fivepeaks.net.
DEWATERING SYSTEM
Flo Trend Systems Inc. displayed its Sludge Mate container filter, used with polymer to dewater grease trap waste, septic tank waste, digested sludge and alum sludge. Polymer is mixed with the waste before processing in the dewatering trailer. Filters retain the solids and allow water to pass through and out the drainage ports. Sludge is ready for disposal after 12 to 24 hours. The trailer-mounted unit can be equipped with a tarp, roof with hatchways or an open top. All units are offered with or without the Poly-Mate Polymer Mixing and Injection System. Dewatering units range from 5 to 40 cubic yards and can process from 5,000 to 40,000 gpd. A variety of trailer sizes, hydraulics, brakes and hitch configurations are available. 800/762-9893; www.flotrend.com.
SEPTIC SYSTEM ENHANCER
Greenovative Technologies introduced its EcoHancer septic system additive and TSS total system solution FOG eliminator. EcoHancer, an organic liquid formula made from peat, accelerates both growth and microorganism activity within the septic system to reduce sludge buildup, improve settling and reduce suspended solids to maximize drainfield performance, enhance long-term efficiency and promote environmental stability. Packaged in a 16-ounce bottle, the additive is sold in a case of 12 for monthly application. Neither an enzyme nor bacteria additive, TSS eliminates the fats, oils and grease that build up in grease traps by strengthening the existing microbes within the lines leading to the grease trap and farther down stream. 856/234-4540; www.greenovativetechnologies.com.
DOT VACUUM TRUCK
Imperial Industries Inc. introduced its Department of Transportation, ASME-certified vacuum tank truck. Mounted on a 2011 Freightliner M2 106 chassis, the 3,200-gallon 407/412 DOT steel tank with 21-inch manway has a three-stage hoist with full opening rear door and heavy-duty rear bumper. Other features include rollover protection, aluminum hose trays, arrow level indicator, four-step ladder on tank and two-step slide-out ladder on the frame. The tank has a catwalk with rail, 4-inch intake and 6-inch discharge, right-angle-driven vacuum pump (Masport liquid-cooled HXL400WV) and LED light package. The chassis has an 18,000-pound front axle and 40,000-pound rear axle. The truck is powered by a Cummins ISC 8.3-liter engine mounted to a Fuller 10-speed transmission. The air-ride cab has high-back driver and passenger seats, air conditioning, cruise control, power windows and locks, tilt steering and sound system. 800/558-2945; www.imperialind.com.
LOWERING ADA TRAILER
The 2011 lowering ADA trailer from JAG Mobile Solutions Inc. features the popular Cottage interior and was presented with an 18-foot-long cabin and 22-foot total length. The entire unit lowers hydraulically and uses a drop-tank design with a 425-gallon waste tank serving the ADA unit at the rear of the trailer. The unit has a fiberglass laminated exterior, stainless steel piano door hinges and continuous axle for durability. Another innovation is gender placards allowing restrooms to be earmarked for men or women to suit the demands of specific special events. The trailer is equipped for winter use. A central storage room houses a spare tire, 200-gallon freshwater tank and has room to stow the ADA ramp. 800/815-2557; www.jagmobilesolutions.com.
LIQUID DISSOLVING DEODORANT PACKET
Water-soluble Liquid Pack non-formaldehyde packets from J & J Chemical Co. dissolve immediately and provide seven days of protection from odors in portable restroom holding tanks. The packets currently come in a mulberry fragrance, but other scents will be added. The product is sold 75 packets per bag, 300 packets per case, and is designed to improve portion control and cost effectiveness. 800/345-3303; www.jjchem.com.
STANDARD RESTROOM
The Piccadilly Poly from Piccadilly Concepts is designed to resemble an English phone booth, with windowpane graphics on the front panel and 2- by 4-foot flat areas on all sides for additional graphics or advertising, and 6- by 24-inch logo panels on each side. The restroom comes in a red exterior or custom colors on orders of 100 units. The majority of the unit is blow-molded, with a thermoformed roof and rotomolded skid. The unit has an oversized mirror, hover handle, door latch, four hinges embedded in the door jamb, corner shelf, 65-gallon holding tank and extruded corner pieces that give the interior a finished appearance. The restroom is 44 by 48 inches and weighs 195 pounds. A channel was molded into the upper panel to allow contractors to run standard rope lighting around the inside of the roof. 888/255-8883; www.piccadillyconcepts.com.
CENTRIFUGE DEWATERING SYSTEM
Fergus Power Pump Inc. showed a new centrifuge dewatering system package designed to efficiently separate solids from wastewater. Utilizing polymers, the biosolids are fed through a Pieralisi Giant 2 centrifuge with an outside bolt turning at 2,200 rpm, with the water spinning to the outside of the unit and solids conveyed through the auger at the center. The company rebuilds both centrifuge and belt press dewatering systems that process 50 to 400 gpm of sludge. The unit on display was mounted on a 53-foot semi trailer. 800/243-7584; www.ferguspowerpump.com.
PUMP PACKAGE
Duplex grinder pump packages from Liberty Pumps are available in sizes to fit applications from residential to small municipal. The factory-assembled systems are controlled by the IP-Series intelligent panel with floatless technology. The D3648-Series (shown) includes a 36- by 48-inch (depth) fiberglass basin with two 2-hp grinder pumps. 800/543-2550; www.libertypumps.com.
VERSATILE VACUUM TRUCK
The Baron industrial vacuum truck from Keith Huber combines the safety and deep vacuum power of a liquid ring pump with high airflow and quiet operation. It fills a need for highway transportation of larger payloads. The truck offers high power with innovative vacuum and filtration technology in an operator-friendly package that is conservatively priced. The liquid ring pump makes it safe to use in pumping hydrocarbons. The unit’s light weight allows for larger payloads. A standard remote control allows operation away from the control cabinet. 800/334-8237; www.keithhuber.com.
HAND-WIPE STATION
The Hand Wet-Wipe Station from PolyPortables Inc. provides dual wet-wipe rolls that are anti-bacterial and non-alcoholic for washing as well as hand sanitizing. The base of the unit houses a waste container and storage compartment for up to six rolls of hand wipes. The unit is designed for school gymnasiums, special events and emergency relief. The side panels allow for slide-in advertising cards. The unit weighs 42 pounds when filled with wipe rolls. 800/241-7951; www.polyportables.com.
MACERATING PUMP
The Vacuumarator macerating pump from Norwegian manufacturer Jets Standard AS will liquefy and convey toilet waste 10 feet up and long horizontal distances to make it suitable for use in restroom trailer construction. One pump can move waste from five toilets, using a quarter-gallon of water and 30 gallons of fresh air to move waste through the macerating knife and into a holding tank. The unit is used in many mobile bathroom applications, including ships and trailers and in other military settings in Europe and the U.S. The pump is distributed in the U.S. by Contractors Outlet Group. 800/789-1212; www.contractorsoutletgroup.com.
HYDROSTATIC DRIVE
The PFT-PCH/3000 transmission from OMSI Transmissions Inc. is designed for trucks weighing 26 to 42 tons and offers torque-mechanical drive of 30,000 Nm, torque-hydrostatic dive of 9,200 Nm, and power-pump output of 380 kW. The transmission has multiple outputs available, including a creep drive for high-rail vehicle applications. The reduction box has a mounting flange for a hydraulic motor that connects to a pump operated by the diesel engine or from the transmission permitting the conversion, in a working load at low speed, of the vehicle’s traction from mechanical to hydrostatic. A wide range of ratios up to 14.6 allows very low speed and the opportunity to use a small-displacement hydro motor or electric motor, keeping a high-output torque during hydrostatic drive. 330/405-7530; www.omsitransmissions.com.
DEWATERING TROUGH AND DOOR
Ravens Sales & Service, a division of Kruz Inc., displayed its dewatering trough and door for on-site dewatering. Adaptable to existing equipment, a kit or custom installation is available. The system features three 4-inch discharge fittings, replaceable filter media in stainless steel assembly and sliding stainless metering door. 574/772-6673; www.kruzinc.com.
WELL AND SEPTIC COVERINGS
Topscape introduced its raised flower garden well and septic landscape covering. Made of weather-resistant natural cedar, the basket-shaped cover, supported by a metal ring on the inside, holds four drop-in plastic pots, providing a decorative way to camouflage septic tank risers up to 32 inches in diameter. The planter also can serve as a stand-alone raised garden. 608/333-3610; www.discovertopscape.com.
CONTAINMENT TRAY
To adapt to new laws controlling wastewater runoff from portable restrooms, T.S.F. Company Inc. introduces a restroom containment tray. The tray is constructed of 3/16-inch thick rotomolded polyethylene for durability and is designed for a universal fit with all standard restrooms. The tray comes in black or safety orange colors. 800/843-9286; www.tuff-jon.com.
OIL-INJECTION PUMPS
Nuhn Industries Ltd. introduced its Magnum 400 and Magnum 600 oil-injection, rotary vane vacuum pumps. The 400-cfm pump has a maximum vacuum of 28 inches Hg, 3-inch outlet, automatic oil injection pump and operating speed of 750 to 1,150 rpm. The pump has five carbon fiber vanes, measures 23 inches tall, 29.5 inches long and 17 inches wide. The 600-cfm pump has a 4-inch outlet and an operating speed of 850 to 1,150 rpm. The pump measures 27.5 inches tall, 34.375 inches long and 29.75 inches wide. 877/837-7323; www.nuhn.ca.
LARGER SINK BASIN
The HandStand hand-wash station from PolyJohn Enterprises Corp. comes with a larger sink basin and a higher sink tap for specific special event applications such as near food-vending operations where utensils are washed. The HandStand model retains its 17-gallon freshwater, 20-gallon greywater capacities, foot pump, soap and towel dispensers, and integrated wheels and handle for easier transport. It also features an integrated drain hose to release greywater into floor drains. 800/292-1305; www.polyjohn.com.
DRAINFIELD RESTORATIVE
Septic Drainer displayed its drainfield soil restorative, designed to improve the perkability of soil for better drainage and prevent drainfield replacement. It is formulated to work on all types of septic systems including conventional systems consisting of a septic tank, distribution box and leach field, dry well systems and cesspool systems. 518/812-0000; www.septicdrainer.com.
RUGGED DUTY RESTROOM TRAILER
The 512 model restroom trailer from Rich Restrooms is designed for heavy-duty use at construction and industrial sites. The 12-foot trailer has a rugged fiberglass exterior and full winter package. The interior of the men’s and women’s rooms — each with one stool (and a waterless urinal on the men’s side) — features diamond-plate wainscoting, stainless steel sinks, wall heaters, insulated waste tank, full thermal wrap around the exterior and roof, interior access to the mechanical room and onboard freshwater tank. The trailer features a new hitch that swings up and secures to the front of the trailer to lower freight costs, provides easier access to the 3-inch dump valve and eliminates a tripping hazard. 260/593-2279; www.richrestrooms.com.
RESTROOM DEODORANT
Service Sales Co. introduced its Fireball line of restroom deodorants and Spray Nitro cleaners. The Fireball deodorant syrup is available in several fragrances of formaldehyde and non-formaldehyde concentrate. A 7-gallon drum of concentrate makes 55 gallons of standard deodorizer. Super Fireball concentrate, available in formaldehyde and non-formaldehyde, is packaged in a 55-gallon drum for 4,500 services. Also displayed was Spray Nitro fragrance solvent base spray, Spray Nitro with graffiti repellent, Sweet Oil pump exhaust deodorizer and Bathroom Buddy acid urine and stain remover. 800/940-1046.
PUMP EXHAUST DEODORIZING SYSTEM
To freshen the environment around waste vacuum trucks, Walex Products Co. introduces the Vacu-Fresh pump exhaust deodorizer system. An aluminum box is threaded onto the vacuum tank pump system and charged with a gallon of Vacu-Fresh deodorizer through the top-side fill port. The chamber contains bioballs that aid in the exhaust filtration before the exhaust is emitted. A charge fights malodor for up to a month, at which point the deodorizer is drained and replaced. 800/338-3155; www.walex.com.
DEWATERING TRAILER
Sludge-Net Dewatering Systems Inc. displayed its 40-foot, aluminum tandem dewatering trailer, capable of processing up to 60,000 gallons of sludge, depending on percentage of solids. One trailer typically can process between 35,000 and 40,000 gallons of sludge, or the equivalent of five to six liquid tankers. The unit features a flow meter and custom-designed sludge pump and polymer system that can fill a trailer at the rate of 100 to 400 gpm. Hoses hook directly to the digester and pump sludge through the meter into the top of the trailer. Water drains out the trailer through hoses and into the lift station. Sludge can be hauled directly to the landfill. Multiple trailers can be connected to dewater larger plants. 281/426-5494; www.sludgenet.com.
FAN-COOLED VACUUM PUMP
Masport unveiled the VK650 fan-cooled vacuum pressure pump. The unit features automatic oiling at all working levels and end-thrust protection to prevent rotor-to-endcover contact. The integrated oil tank holds up to one gallon of oil. Other features include an integral valve that allows the pump to operate in vacuum and pressure mode, posi-lock handle for secure positioning, integrated inlet filter and steel filter for longer life. The pump delivers up to 23 inches continuous vacuum or 27 inches of intermittent vacuum. It has heavy-duty bearings, flushing port and a vane inspection port. 800/228-4510; www.masportpump.com.
VERSATILE VACUUM PUMP
The model 1604LNi high airflow rotary vane Wallenstein pump from Elmira Machine Industries Inc. provides heavy-duty capability in a septic service truck application. The pump runs at 1,000 rpm and pulls 28 inches, 800 cfm at 15 inches Hg. The pump runs quietly and stays cool with a dual cooling feature incorporating a coolant-circulating system that draws heat away from the pump and an air injection feature that sends a blast of cold air inside the pump housing. In winter, the chiller can be routed to the heater core in the cab to prevent cold starting. The pump was displayed on a Vacutrux Envirotrux with a 4,300-gallon tank, full-open rear door and boom system. 800/801-6663; www.wallensteinpumps.com.
NEW DEODORANT FORMULATION
Satellite Industries Inc. has rebranded its Safe T Fresh line of odor control products and introduced three formulations of Quick Tabs restroom tank deodorizers. The new product uses triple molecular technology, including a perfume technology, a multi-biocides system and an odor-neutralizing complex for optimal control. The tabs come in three formulas — regular, event and extreme — so customers can choose the strength they need. The tabs are designed to provide good effervescence, dissolve rapidly in water or brine, give an instant blast of fresh floral fragrance, and last for a typical seven-day service cycle. The product comes in 48 tabs per bag, 240 tabs per case. 877/764-7297; www.satelliteindustries.com.
THREE-STAGE FAN SYSTEM
The AllJetVac combination sewer cleaner from Vacall uses a three-stage fan system for high vacuum performance and reliability at reduced cost. The vacuum and jetting system lets users cost-effectively open clogged sewer lines and remove debris. The AllSmartFlow CAN bus control system lets operators make precise adjustments in boom movement. Units are available with 6- to 12-cubic-yard debris tanks and 1,000- to 1,500-gallon water tanks. The 8-foot, 6-inch extending boom has 320-degree rotation. Blower and water pump choices include an 85-gpm/2,000-psi water pump with 30-minute run-dry guarantee. 800/382-8302; www.vacallindustries.com.
SLIDE-IN SAFETY LOCK
Westmoor Ltd. introduced the Conde Pro-Chock locking system. Made to transport the Conde Pro-Vac pump-out unit from job to job, the system safely secures the vacuum unit on a trailer or pickup bed in about 10 seconds. Featuring a tubular steel frame mounted on a galvanized steel plate, the transport system securely locks the tank into place by engaging four spring pins and tightening two hold-down knobs, eliminating the need for tie-downs. 800/367-0972; www.westmoorltd.com.
