Hydroexcavation units in the septic services industry are designed to provide precise, non-destructive excavation solutions using high-pressure water and vacuum systems. These units offer a combination of powerful debris removal capabilities, advanced filtration systems and efficient control features for optimal performance in various excavation projects. With a focus on safety, ease of operation and minimal site disruption, these units are adaptable to different work environments, including compact urban areas and large-scale industrial projects, ensuring effective excavation while protecting underground utilities and infrastructure. Check out some product options below.
Ditch Witch Warlock W12
The Warlock W12 from Ditch Witch is a PTO-driven vacuum excavator with dual 600-gallon saddle tanks and a 12-cubic-yard debris tank. It is available with a 5,000 cfm blower and 27 inches Hg of vacuum power. 580-336-4402; www.ditchwitch.com
GapVax VHX Series
The GapVax VHX Series hydrovac is designed for optimal weight distribution, improved safety features and improved performance. The debris body is 7.5 cubic yards, offering a 15,000-pound payload. It has a profile of 12 feet, 2 inches) for all-around hydroexcavation projects. The vacuum system with single mode wet/dry filtration is quiet, reliable and simple, according to the maker. It includes a 4,000-cfm positive displacement blower, 600-hp transfer case with air-shift engagement and ultra-quiet air injection, and discharge silencers. This filtration design includes a top-loading debris tank, 14-inch stainless steel float-ball shut-off, efficient centrifugal cyclone separators and long-lasting filter bags. It is equipped with a 12-gpm, 3,000-psi water system with optional 200-cfm air compressor system. A full-tilting debris body, more than 45-degree dump angle and full-opening tailgate promote fast unloading and easy cleanout. The 8-inch telescoping VHX boom offers a 22-foot reach with 15-degree downward pivot. 888-442-7829; www.gapvax.com
Guzzler Guzzcavator
The Guzzler Guzzcavator combines the capabilities of an industrial vacuum loader and a hydroexcavator. The multi-purpose machine boasts powerful hydroexcavation with extended operation time, a multi-flow water system for precise control, and a telescoping boom for greater reach. It’s easy to operate and maintain, according to the maker. 815-672-3171; www.guzzler.com
HotJet USA Vac’n Jet Series
The HotJet USA Vac’n Jet Series of vacuum trailer jetters are compact and engineered to haul equipment and the spoils load, perform hydroexcavation, and clean valve boxes, storm drains and drain/sewer lines. They feature hot and/or cold water operation with a choice of engines ranging from 23 to 70 hp and gas or diesel. They are equipped with premium triplex pumps, a 500-gallon spoils tank, up to 440-gallon water tanks, Gardner/Denver vac/blowers, a 4-ton hydraulic dump and a dual filter centri-clean filter system. They can also be custom engineered to meet specifications. 800-624-8186; www.hotjetusa.com
Rival Hydrovac T7 Tandem and T10
The T7 Tandem from Rival Hydrovac was designed primarily to be loaded with debris and drive within legislated road limits carrying most types of debris. The unit comes standard with a scale that reads real-time weights in the cab and on the wireless remote. The T10 is built with the same features and operating system, but with larger capacities and components. It is for both utility and industrial work and is available in three chassis layouts to meet weight restrictions in a given area. An air compressor option allows for excavating with air when required, while a truck-mounted coring system allows for removal of hard surfaces prior to nondestructive excavating. 403-550-7997; www.rivalhydrovac.com
Super Products Mud Dog 700
Mud Dog 700 vacuum excavators from Super Products are designed to meet the challenges of compact, urban projects as well as large-scale excavation projects. They offer a compact footprint while maximizing payload and maintaining the power and precision that larger units offer. The unit features a 7-yard debris body and 600-gallon water tank. It comes standard as a dump body with an electric vibrator offering a 50-degree dump angle with the capability of dumping into a 48-inch container. Additionally, it is equipped with a rear-mounted, extendable, 8-inch-diameter boom that reaches 18 feet, has 270-degree rotation and pivots 10 degrees downward, which minimizes job site restoration and eliminates traffic congestion near roads. 800-837-9711; www.superproducts.com
Transway Systems Hydrovac
Transway Systems builds customized Hydrovac units to meet specific requirements. Integrating a high-volume water pump and a flushing system into the unit enables it to excavate and dig as well as flush and clean affected sewer pipes. It produces 80 gpm of flow and 2,500 psi of pressure flowing through a 1-inch thermoplastic hose equipped with a specialty flushing nozzle to flush away compacted sediment and debris, leaving clean pipes with no blockages or buildups. 800-263-4508; www.transwaysystems.com
Vac-Con X-Cavator
The X-Cavator hydrovac from Vac-Con includes a cold-weather enclosure for the water systems and control panel as well as an interior area for operator seating and workspace. Unit filtration is based on the Titan combination machine, with a single-cyclone design and final cartridge-style filter. The redesigned boom is lightweight and flexible, rotating 310 degrees around the unit and moving plus 45 degrees and minus 22 degrees vertically. The durable rubber hose material can withstand harsh environments, according to the maker, and has a reach of 26 feet. 904-284-4200; www.vac-con.com
