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Coxreels roller bracket assemblies
The roller bracket assemblies for the Challenger Series from Coxreels assist in guiding the hose during extension and retraction. They are only available in a four-way upper roller format due to the compact size of the Challenger platform. They are available in 8-, 12.5- and 18-inch-wide drums, depending on the size of the Challenger model. 800/269-7335; www.coxreels.com.
Valley Industries HardCore hose reels
HardCore fluid-handling hose reels from Valley Industries are made with corrosion-resistant Schedule 40 316 stainless steel. Available in manual and electric drive units, frames are made of lightweight aircraft-grade aluminum. The electric drive units use a heavy-duty gearbox system and can be disengaged for easy unspooling. 800/864-1649; www.valleyind.com.
The JT10 horizontal directional drill from Ditch Witch
The compact JT10 horizontal directional drill from Ditch Witch is powered by an air-cooled, Tier 4 66 hp Deutz diesel engine; provides 10,000 pounds of pullback force; and has a standard 16 gpm mud pump. The drill is equipped with an onboard 40-gallon fluid tank, drill-pipe capacity of 324 feet and quicker cycle times. The JT10 also features an ergonomic operator station with a traversing seat that positions the operator in the center of the pipe rack for easy-to-reach pipe handling and comfort. 800/654-6481; www.ditchwitch.com.
Vactor RamJet 850 Series truck jetter
Vactor Manufacturing has updated the RamJet 850 Series truck jetter, offering an optional aluminum rear shroud with heavy-duty, see-through Lexan windows that keep the hose and components warm while working in extremely cold conditions. It comes standard with a certified water pump flow of 0 to 80 gpm at a variable pressure up to 2,500 psi at the hose reel, and features a choice of front or rear hose reel locations. 800/627-3171; www.vactor.com.
SJE-Rhombus EZconnex System
The EZconnex Float Connection System from SJE-Rhombus installs float switches in a wet well for level control applications. It includes an electrical wiring manifold with mounting bracket and hardware. The manifold features three quick-release float switch connection ports. A single six-conductor direct burial cable has red-blue-yellow wire pairs that match the R-B-Y imprint on float housing to aid installers in field wiring. The EZconnex system is rated for short-term water submersion and is CSA certified. 888/342-5753; www.sjerhombus.com.