Jetting trailers are useful in the septic industry to clear stubborn blockages and restore drainage system health without the need for a commercial driver’s license. Now a trailer with dual hose reels provides incredible versatility and efficiency, letting you tackle small and large lines with different hose sizes from one machine, offering better flow/pressure combinations, handling tough clogs and even combining jetting with camera inspection, all while offering redundancy and easier setups for various job needs. The popular Vactor Ramjet Trailer features the option of a dual hose reels for increased efficiency, versatility and convenience for a variety of sewer cleaning jobs.
“The Vactor Ramjet Trailer already provides a multitude of configuration choices including water tanks up to 1,000 gallons, pullout and pivoting hydraulic reels and mounted accessories,” says David Brockman, Vactor product manager. “The addition of a dual hose reel means our customers can truly expand the Ramjet Trailer’s capacity for effective cleaning of many types of sewers, drains and culverts.”
The dual hose reel option features the main sewer hose plus one smaller hose designed for lateral pipes. This allows the operator the ability to tackle a wider variety of drains. Generally, the lateral hose has a diameter of 1/2 inch while the vertical hose is 3/4 inch or larger. The most popular model of jetting unit with dual reels, according to Brockman, is the 3,000 psi at 36-40 gpm model. With two hose reels, one hose allows the jetter to run 3,000 psi at 36-40 gpm while the second smaller reel is capable of 3,000 psi at 18 gpm. The secondary reel can also be configured to add other tools, such as a CCTV televising jet pod, which allows the operator to inspect the pipe while cleaning, enabling a more comprehensive service from one unit.
Having this versatility means the jetter can combat heavy debris and sludge in city mains and culverts while also navigating smaller lateral pipes with blockages. The Ramjet Trailer’s advanced hydraulic controls, including pay-in/out and speed control, help operators to easily maneuver the hose reels.
“The Vactor team has been driven to develop the most capable and versatile equipment for our customers,” says Brockman. “The Ramjet Trailer’s dual hose reel is another example of our team anticipating and innovating the tools our customers need.”
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