safe excavation

LEADING THE WAY IN SAFE EXCAVATION

"There are enough pipes and cables buried

under our streets to stretch to the moon

and back ten times, but we don't know where

many of them are.

Four million holes are dug each year in the

nation's roads - one every seven seconds - to

repair pipes and cables or install new ones, at

an estimated cost of £1bn per annum. With

indirect costs, such as congestion, this rises

to an estimated £5bn p.a. - over £80 for

every inhabitant of the UK"

- Vista Project

www.vac-ex.co.uk www.vac-ex.co.uk

Vac-Ex Ltd, Derbyshire Court Westmoor Park

Doncaster DN3 3FD, UK

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J O H N M E E

L I M I T E D

John Mee Construction Limited

(established in 1993) are specialists in deep drainage, and having appreciated the associated problems with excavating around services, are committed to looking for a safer and more economical alternative.

Following an award for a major city centre contract in 2005, specified hand-dig only due to being heavily congested with underground services, we decided to invest in our first vacuum excavator.

This contract which was completed successfully brought an award for innovation and safety. Since then it has proved to be a 'ground-breaking' success applied to various applications and is an intrinsically safe system for uncovering and exposing the threat from buried services.

Our vacuum excavation fleet has been adapted to a necessary standard to enter and work within petrochemical sites. All operators receive specialist vacuum excavation training.

John Mee Construction have recently formed a sister company ‘Vac-ex Ltd’ (also based in Doncaster). Vac-ex are designers and manufacturers of vacuum excavators, suppliers of parts, consumables and training. For more information on this company please visit www.vac-ex.co.uk

No two jobs have the same characteristics. Call on our experience for bespoke solutions in achieving Health & Safety, programme and budget requirements.

Operated Training

All our operators undergo 120 hours training, providing our customers with a competent and safe service - Health & Safety is of paramount importance in every aspect of vacuum excavation.

As a contractor, you will frequently find underground services on sites that require hand dig to expose and identify. A nightmare situation which you

have to cope with everyday, until now.


YOU NOW HAVE

TWO CHOICES

VACUUM EXCAVATION

Outsource hand dig to possible unskilled workers

Success needs micro-management of hand dig

Inefficient method due to delicate nature of job

Wide trenches and large diameter trial holes

Increased risk of injury and back strain

Increased chance of service strikes

Own workforce reluctant to hand dig

Health & Safety record at risk

Low worker morale

Repetitive work

Installation & hire cost of shoring solutions

AVOID DANGER

No damage to underground services

Safer & faster than hand dig

Maintain Health & Safety record

More cost effective than hand dig

Keeps programmed works on target

Reduced legal and environmental issues

Reduces injuries and claims from operatives

Reduces repairs to respective underground networks

Reduced utility strikes

Reduced size of excavations -minimised waste cost

Compacted clays can be excavated

No spoil on site - less traffic disruption

Improved access over grabs as no side capture problems

Good excavation output

HAND DIG VACUUM EXCAVATION

J O H N M E E

L I M I T E D

EXCAVATION OF COFFERDAM





many of them are.








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DINO 3 DINO 4

PERFORMANCE COMPARISON

Chassis

Container

Maximum vacuum depth

Maximum vacuum span

Air compressor

Vacuum hose Ø

Vacuum type

Emptying

Arm radius

26 t, 32t

9m³

15m

100m

7m

Twin fan

Side tipping

Maximum 4.5m³/min; 8 bar

250mm

1

1.5 10 15 18 24 36 60 180 m³

6

5

4

3

2

1

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

HO

UR

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PERFORMANCE

DINO 3 & DINO 4MANUALEXCAVATION

Manual Excavation

Employing Vacuum Excavator for removing

1.

2.

3.4.5.

6.7.8.

Manual excavation, normal soilconditions, presence of buriedcables and pipes

Heavy soil, presence of buriedcables and pipesDry and heavy soilWet and heavy soil or clayModerately heavy soil, presence ofburied cables and pipesLoose soil, gravel and crushed rockSandy soilWater

FOR INFORMATION & HIRE CALL +44 (0)1302 366900

HV CABLE EXPOSURE GAS SERVICE LOCATING

Vacuum excavation systems help create a reduced excavation size by removing soil via vacuum into a debris tank, therefore removing unsightly waste at the side of the road. The system can help reduce the amount of equipment used to undertake the activity, such as mini excavator and separate waste removal vehicle(s) (grab wagons).


OPERATOR TRAINING

EXPOSING WATER MAINS

SIDE TIPPING ACTION RAIL TRACK ENVIRONMENT


WORKING IN COFFERDAM OXFORD ST, LONDON

LONG REACH USE REMOVING MATERIALS FROM THE REAR OF THE ABUTMENT

WING WALLS

VACUUM EXCAVATIONIN OPERATION

DINO 4 KEY FEATURES

Ideal for vacuuming up wet and dry materials (e.g. water, clay, soil,

stones, dust & ballast)

Long-term filter use without the need for cleaning

Dust-free exhaust outlet

Uses air as medium to agitate ground

Noise level <82db

Uses onboard compressor

Can handle clay

32t carrying capacity

Road legal when full

Dual fuel system

Only 500mm longer than DINO 3

Above production rates can vary depending on tipping / access to water / proximity to job

DINO 3 DINO 4


Chassis

Container


Maximum vacuum span

Air compressor

Vacuum hose Ø

Vacuum type

Emptying

Arm radius

26 t, 32t

9m³

15m

100m

7m

Twin fan

Side tipping

Maximum 4.5m³/min; 8 bar

250mm

1

1.5 10 15 18 24 36 60 180 m³

6

5

4

3

2

1

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

HO

UR

S

PERFORMANCE

DINO 3 & DINO 4MANUALEXCAVATION

Manual Excavation

Employing Vacuum Excavator for removing

1.

2.

3.4.5.

6.7.8.

Manual excavation, normal soilconditions, presence of buriedcables and pipes

Heavy soil, presence of buriedcables and pipesDry and heavy soilWet and heavy soil or clayModerately heavy soil, presence ofburied cables and pipesLoose soil, gravel and crushed rockSandy soilWater


HV CABLE EXPOSURE GAS SERVICE LOCATING

Vacuum excavation systems help create a reduced excavation size by removing soil via vacuum into a debris tank, therefore removing unsightly waste at the side of the road. The system can help reduce the amount of equipment used to undertake the activity, such as mini excavator and separate waste removal vehicle(s) (grab wagons).


OPERATOR TRAINING

EXPOSING WATER MAINS

SIDE TIPPING ACTION RAIL TRACK ENVIRONMENT


WORKING IN COFFERDAM OXFORD ST, LONDON

LONG REACH USE REMOVING MATERIALS FROM THE REAR OF THE ABUTMENT

WING WALLS

VACUUM EXCAVATIONIN OPERATION

DINO 4 KEY FEATURES

Ideal for vacuuming up wet and dry materials (e.g. water, clay, soil,

stones, dust & ballast)

Long-term filter use without the need for cleaning

Dust-free exhaust outlet

Uses air as medium to agitate ground

Noise level <82db

Uses onboard compressor

Can handle clay

32t carrying capacity

Road legal when full

Dual fuel system

Only 500mm longer than DINO 3


ELECTRIC SUB STATION

CROSS RAIL - LONDON

TRENCHING BETWEEN EXISTING SERVICES

EXHIBITION ROAD LONDON

REDUCING FOOTPATH TO FORMATION DAYLIGHTING PIPEWORK

AIRPORTS WORKING - HEATHROW

2.5m DEEP x 0.6m WIDE TRENCHING



ELECTRIC SUB STATION

CROSS RAIL - LONDON

TRENCHING BETWEEN EXISTING SERVICES

EXHIBITION ROAD LONDON

REDUCING FOOTPATH TO FORMATION DAYLIGHTING PIPEWORK

AIRPORTS WORKING - HEATHROW

2.5m DEEP x 0.6m WIDE TRENCHING




T h e M O D - E X 5 0 0 0 C v a c u u m excavation unit is designed to meet the high demands of the excavation industry, by providing a solution that is efficient, economical, reliable and easy to maintain.

The chassis mounted unit is ideally suited to any small-medium sized application for the removal of both wet and dry materials, and is particularly effective around under-ground services where there is risk of damaging buried cables.

Side tipping skip capable offilling tonne bulk bags

Suitable for built-up areas and tight working environments

Ideal for the vacuum of wet or dry materials

High pressure water system

Self cleaning filters for long term use

Remote control pneumatic arm system

Fixed hand rails for safe workingand maintenance

High output proven diesel compressor

Low fuel consumption

MOD-EX 5000C

IN OPERATION

MOD-EX 5000C RAIL TRACK ENVIRONMENT

TIPPING INTO 1M³ BULK BAG

READY FOR COLLECTION BY HI-AB

IN OPERATION OPERATING MOD-EX 5000C

MOD-EX 5000 C

LengthWidth Height Weight (empty)

7300mm2370mm2670mm7t

10m

Compressor

Arm radius

Vacuum hose Ø

Emptying

30m

1.2m³ capacity

Side tipping action(into bulk bags)

150mm

Quad fan

Compair 180cfm / 100psi8 bar working pressure


Span

Spoil tank

2.4m (in digging position)

Vacuum type


Manual Excavation

Employing MOD-EX 5000C

1.

2.3.4.5.

6.78.9.

Manual excavation

Heavy soilSand wetWet sandy claySoil mixSand dry, Type 1Gravel Water

50m³5 14 20 30 3211

6

5

4

3

2

1

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PERFORMANCE

MOD-EX 5000CMANUALEXCAVATION

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EXPOSING GAS MAINS



T h e M O D - E X 5 0 0 0 C v a c u u m excavation unit is designed to meet the high demands of the excavation industry, by providing a solution that is efficient, economical, reliable and easy to maintain.






Self cleaning filters for long term use

Remote control pneumatic arm system

Fixed hand rails for safe workingand maintenance

High output proven diesel compressor


MOD-EX 5000C

IN OPERATION

MOD-EX 5000C RAIL TRACK ENVIRONMENT

TIPPING INTO 1M³ BULK BAG

READY FOR COLLECTION BY HI-AB

IN OPERATION OPERATING MOD-EX 5000C

MOD-EX 5000 C

LengthWidth Height Weight (empty)

7300mm2370mm2670mm7t

10m

Compressor

Arm radius

Vacuum hose Ø

Emptying

30m

1.2m³ capacity

Side tipping action(into bulk bags)

150mm

Quad fan

Compair 180cfm / 100psi8 bar working pressure


Span

Spoil tank

2.4m (in digging position)

Vacuum type


Manual Excavation

Employing MOD-EX 5000C

1.

2.3.4.5.

6.78.9.

Manual excavation


50m³5 14 20 30 3211

6

5

4

3

2

1

HO

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PERFORMANCE

MOD-EX 5000CMANUALEXCAVATION

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EXPOSING GAS MAINS



CLEANING AROUND TRACKS AT TUNNEL

FABRICATION & ASSEMBLE TUNNEL VAC TUNNEL ENVIRONMENT

TUNNEL ENVIRONMENT

LOWERING INTO SHAFT

MOD-EX 2500

TUNNEL VAC

LengthWidth

1750mm 750mm

5m

Vacuum hose Ø

10m

125mm

Twin fan


Span

Vacuum type


Manual Excavation

Employing MOD-EX 2500

1.

2.3.4.5.

6.78.9.

Manual excavation


25m³3 8 9 12 157

6

5

4

3

2

1

HO

UR

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PERFORMANCE

MOD-EX 2500MANUALEXCAVATION

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The MOD-EX 2500 Vac Ex unit is designed to be interchangeable, and can be used in many different working environments. It is ideally suited to any small/medium sized application and the modules can be mounted to trailers, trains, bogies and vehicle chassis.



Manufactured in the UK

Compact

Interchangeable fordifferent applications





MOD-EX 2500

IN OPERATION



CLEANING AROUND TRACKS AT TUNNEL

FABRICATION & ASSEMBLE TUNNEL VAC TUNNEL ENVIRONMENT

TUNNEL ENVIRONMENT

LOWERING INTO SHAFT

MOD-EX 2500

TUNNEL VAC

LengthWidth

1750mm 750mm

5m

Vacuum hose Ø

10m

125mm

Twin fan


Span

Vacuum type


Manual Excavation

Employing MOD-EX 2500

1.

2.3.4.5.

6.78.9.

Manual excavation


25m³3 8 9 12 157

6

5

4

3

2

1

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PERFORMANCE


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The MOD-EX 2500 Vac Ex unit is designed to be interchangeable, and can be used in many different working environments. It is ideally suited to any small/medium sized application and the modules can be mounted to trailers, trains, bogies and vehicle chassis.




Compact

Interchangeable fordifferent applications





MOD-EX 2500

IN OPERATION



BIRCO & DUMPEX

BIRCO 1000

LengthWidth Height Weight

1750mm1750mm 1400mmDry 1140kgs; Wet 1390kgs

5m

Vacuum

Water pump

Twin turbine

1800psi - 3000psi250 ltr polyurethane onboard water tank


Filtration system

125mm reduced downto 100mm at open end

33 filter cartridges - 5 micron washable

Vacuum hose Ø

The soil removal process can be carried out wet or dry depending on ground type and process used to agitate ground.

• Distance materials needing to be conveyed from point of use

• Size of materials to be conveyed

• Wet or dry materials

• Material type (shot blast, gravels, dust, concrete debris)

• Job description

Manual Excavation

Employing BIRCO 1000

1.

2.

5.6.7.8.

Manual excavation

Dry clayWet clay, Soil mixSand wetType 1Gravel up to 50mmDry sand

3,4

10m³2.0 2.5 3.5 7.5

8

7

6

5

4

3

2

1

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PERFORMANCE

BIRCO 1000MANUALEXCAVATION

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250 litre tub 3t swivel Dumper

1750 litre hydraulic tipping tank

Noise level <87 db

Trailer or vehicle mounted

Wet and dry excavation

BIRCO 1000IN OPERATION

11 KV CABLE LOCATED IN 3 MIN

Stanstead airport

TRAFFIC SIGNAL DUCTSHuntingdon city centre

excavated in 5 min

LIGHTING EXCAVATION Huntingdon city centre

excavated in 3 min

AIR-EX

LEAVES ROOTS INTACT

AIR-EXBIRCO 1000

AIR-EX

HANDLE OPTIONS

AIR-EX

Length

WeightHandle & Body

dB levelClose proximity to Air Compressor

H.A.V.S.

Effective ‘cut’ using recommended tip

BS 3054:1959Fireman’s Axe

Tested to

BS EN 61235:1995Live working –insulating hollow tubes for electrical purposes

1030mm

2kg

93dB

0 (zero)

100mm

Standard

625mm

1.75kg

Short

Complies

Tested

75kV

The AIR-EX system is the safest way to remove material from unknown utilities, obstructions and tree roots being non aggressive and non invasive.

It is an inherently safe system for exposing buried utilities and tree roots providing a quick and clean method of material removal from these awkward and sensitive areas, by using a high velocity column of air to agitate and displace porous and semi porous ground conditions whilst leaving non porous objects unaffected.

The AIR-EX's innovative design allows for different length and style nozzles being easily interchanged dependent on ground conditions, application and excavation depth.

NOZZLE TIPS

We offer a range of materials for the AIR-EX tips, so that the tool can be used in different conditions.

STEEL

BRASS

NYLON

Hard wearing, low spark

Medium wearing, non spark

Low wearing, non spark &

non heat generating

AIR-EX IN OPERATION



BIRCO & DUMPEX

BIRCO 1000

LengthWidth Height Weight

1750mm1750mm 1400mmDry 1140kgs; Wet 1390kgs

5m

Vacuum

Water pump

Twin turbine



Filtration system


33 filter cartridges - 5 micron washable

Vacuum hose Ø






• Job description

Manual Excavation

Employing BIRCO 1000

1.

2.

5.6.7.8.

Manual excavation


3,4

10m³2.0 2.5 3.5 7.5

8

7

6

5

4

3

2

1

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PERFORMANCE

BIRCO 1000MANUALEXCAVATION

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250 litre tub 3t swivel Dumper

1750 litre hydraulic tipping tank

Noise level <87 db

Trailer or vehicle mounted

Wet and dry excavation

BIRCO 1000IN OPERATION

11 KV CABLE LOCATED IN 3 MIN

Stanstead airport

TRAFFIC SIGNAL DUCTSHuntingdon city centre

excavated in 5 min

LIGHTING EXCAVATION Huntingdon city centre

excavated in 3 min

AIR-EX

LEAVES ROOTS INTACT

AIR-EXBIRCO 1000

AIR-EX

HANDLE OPTIONS

AIR-EX

Length

WeightHandle & Body

dB levelClose proximity to Air Compressor

H.A.V.S.

Effective ‘cut’ using recommended tip

BS 3054:1959Fireman’s Axe

Tested to

BS EN 61235:1995Live working –insulating hollow tubes for electrical purposes

1030mm

2kg

93dB

0 (zero)

100mm

Standard

625mm

1.75kg

Short

Complies

Tested

75kV

The AIR-EX system is the safest way to remove material from unknown utilities, obstructions and tree roots being non aggressive and non invasive.

It is an inherently safe system for exposing buried utilities and tree roots providing a quick and clean method of material removal from these awkward and sensitive areas, by using a high velocity column of air to agitate and displace porous and semi porous ground conditions whilst leaving non porous objects unaffected.

The AIR-EX's innovative design allows for different length and style nozzles being easily interchanged dependent on ground conditions, application and excavation depth.

NOZZLE TIPS

We offer a range of materials for the AIR-EX tips, so that the tool can be used in different conditions.

STEEL

BRASS

NYLON

Hard wearing, low spark

Medium wearing, non spark

Low wearing, non spark &

non heat generating

AIR-EX IN OPERATION



Vacuum excavation is the safe way to remove material from unknown obstructions or services.

As well as being non-destructive our process has a very unique property in that it can excavate very narrow and deep holes or trenches - 3 meters deep by 90mm wide is easily achievable. The soil removal process is very rapid and can save between 4-5 times the time taken over hand dig. Due to less soil being removed, less backfill being needed and smaller reinstatements required, the cost savings when compared to hand dig are very significant.

WATER METER CLEAN OUT EMPTYING OPERATION

Uses water as medium to agitate ground

Uses water pump on machine

Does not create dust cloud when digging

Spoil suitable for backfill when SMA added

(Please contact for further information)

Reduction in number of barriers used

Water acts as its own lubricant

Damage to area surrounding the excavation zone is minimised

Water works in almost all soil conditions

Water is far more productive, especially in tough soils

Handles clay with ease

Water controls static electricity

Water can be heated for frozen ground excavation

Water prevents the sandblasting effect of air

VACTRON PMD 300

IN OPERATION

ContainerMaximum vacuum depth

Maximum vacuum span

Water pump

Vacuum hose

Water supply

Vacuum hose

Filtration system

Emptying

Intrinsically safe

1,300 litre tank

6.5m

30m

1800 - 4000 psi

a) manualb) mechanically supported

2No. 200 litre onboard saddle tanks / 100m of hose to nearest water source

100mm reduced down to 75mm at open end

6m3 inline filtration system with 3no. washable polymer filters rated at 0.5 mic.

Hydraulically tips into skip/ bunded area/ spoil heap

Please request more details

VACTRON PMD 300


Manual Excavation

Employing VACTRON

1.

2.

5.6.7.8.

Manual excavation


3,4

CLEANING OF HOLDING

TANKS & CULVERTS

TRIAL HOLE (100mm wide x 1.5m deep) CAREFUL EXCAVATION AROUND

ROOT SYSTEM

10 m³2.0 2.5 3.5 5 6

8

7

6

5

4

3

2

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EXPOSING SERVICES



Vacuum excavation is the safe way to remove material from unknown obstructions or services.

As well as being non-destructive our process has a very unique property in that it can excavate very narrow and deep holes or trenches - 3 meters deep by 90mm wide is easily achievable. The soil removal process is very rapid and can save between 4-5 times the time taken over hand dig. Due to less soil being removed, less backfill being needed and smaller reinstatements required, the cost savings when compared to hand dig are very significant.

WATER METER CLEAN OUT EMPTYING OPERATION

Uses water as medium to agitate ground

Uses water pump on machine

Does not create dust cloud when digging

Spoil suitable for backfill when SMA added

(Please contact for further information)

Reduction in number of barriers used

Water acts as its own lubricant

Damage to area surrounding the excavation zone is minimised

Water works in almost all soil conditions

Water is far more productive, especially in tough soils

Handles clay with ease

Water controls static electricity

Water can be heated for frozen ground excavation

Water prevents the sandblasting effect of air

VACTRON PMD 300

IN OPERATION

ContainerMaximum vacuum depth

Maximum vacuum span

Water pump

Vacuum hose

Water supply

Vacuum hose

Filtration system

Emptying

Intrinsically safe

1,300 litre tank

6.5m

30m

1800 - 4000 psi

a) manualb) mechanically supported

2No. 200 litre onboard saddle tanks / 100m of hose to nearest water source


6m3 inline filtration system with 3no. washable polymer filters rated at 0.5 mic.

Hydraulically tips into skip/ bunded area/ spoil heap

Please request more details

VACTRON PMD 300


Manual Excavation

Employing VACTRON

1.

2.

5.6.7.8.

Manual excavation


3,4

CLEANING OF HOLDING

TANKS & CULVERTS

TRIAL HOLE (100mm wide x 1.5m deep) CAREFUL EXCAVATION AROUND

ROOT SYSTEM

10 m³2.0 2.5 3.5 5 6

8

7

6

5

4

3

2

1

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PERFORMANCE

VACTRONMANUALEXCAVATION

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EXPOSING SERVICES



The AIR-VAC vacuum excavator is a self-p r o p e l l e d m a c h i n e u s e d f o r safe, non-aggressive and non-invasive e x c a v a t i o n a r o u n d b u r i e d u t i l i t i e s a n d n o n - r e m o v a b l e obstructions.

Mounted on a motorised 4-wheel drive chassis for easy manoeuvring, the AIR-VAC is powered by a standard 2-tool compressor.

The AIR-VAC not only creates a powerful vacuum to remove material but it also supplies the AIR-EX with a feed to agitate more stubborn ground (compressor not supplied).

Excavated material is drawn into the debris pod on the unit, while the air stream is cleaned and exhausted, via silencers, back into the atmosphere.

Petrol & Electric Powered Chassis

Length

Width (c/w stabilising wheels)

Height (at min operating position)

Height (at max tipping position)

Motorised Chassis Weight

Air-Vac Pod Weight

Kerb Overall Weight

Maximum Debris Load

When travelling: Maximum incline in any direction

When tipping: Maximum incline in any direction

1900mm 1900mm

970mm 960mm

1750mm 1780mm

2250mm 2280mm

140kg 180kg

250kg 250kg

390kg 430kg

220kg 220kg

25 degrees 25 degrees


PETROL ELECTRIC

AIR-VAC

EXAMPLE AREAS OF USE

EXAMPLE MATERIALS

• Lamp post holes

• Slit trenching

• Trial holes

• Petrol forecourts

• Fencing holes

• Safe excavation around tree roots

•

• Soil

• Gravels

• Slurry

• Sand/Dust

• Water

Clay •management

• No damage to services

• Minimal maintenance

• 0.1m³ capacity for recycling ofexcavated material

• Quiet at 66 Db

Reduction in traffic

BENEFITS

The AIR-VAC sits on linear rollers that enable the unit to move from its normal operating position to a raised tipping position. This allows for the excavated material to be released into various collection facilities, such as a wheelbarrow, waste bag, skip, dumper or direct reinstatement.

By utilising the small debris pod, the operator is able to be more selective of the materials being excavated this prevents, cross contamination enabling the materials to be firstly dropped next to the excavation and then re-cycled back into the excavation.

To empty the AIR-VAC, there is a trap door in the base of the debris pod. The release handle is located on the front of the unit for easy access.

Once emptied, the unit is closed by either lowering the pod (self-close mechanism), or while raised, simply making use of the slam-bolt mechanism.

The front floating axle provides the additional support required to counteract the change in the centre of gravity while tipping.

The AIR-VAC features vacuum pumps, powered by compressed air and generates 700 m3/hr of airflow and up to 22in Hg of vacuum.

Having agitated the ground using the AIR-EX lance, the AIR-VAC system draws the excavated material via the vacuum digging pipe into a debris pod where it is separated from the air stream through a 5 stage process. Whilst the material is being collected in the debris pod, the air stream (by then carrying only minor particles) is moved through both a 5 micron filter and vacuum pumps before being exhausted via silencers back into the atmosphere.

The filtration on the AIR-VAC is designed to allow any loose material that has entered the system to fall into the debris pod automatically. This prevents any build up, ensuring the unit remains efficient, whilst also removing the need for repetitive cleaning and servicing.

Depending on the size of the host chassis, the AIR-VAC can be utilised with various sizes of debris pod, dependent on the job description and site requirements. Please contact VAC-EX Ltd for information.

EXTRACTING MATERIAL

DISCHARGING MATERIAL

EMPTYING OPERATION IN OPERATION IN OPERATION

EXPOSING SERVICES EXPOSING SERVICES



The AIR-VAC vacuum excavator is a self-p r o p e l l e d m a c h i n e u s e d f o r safe, non-aggressive and non-invasive e x c a v a t i o n a r o u n d b u r i e d u t i l i t i e s a n d n o n - r e m o v a b l e obstructions.

Mounted on a motorised 4-wheel drive chassis for easy manoeuvring, the AIR-VAC is powered by a standard 2-tool compressor.

The AIR-VAC not only creates a powerful vacuum to remove material but it also supplies the AIR-EX with a feed to agitate more stubborn ground (compressor not supplied).

Excavated material is drawn into the debris pod on the unit, while the air stream is cleaned and exhausted, via silencers, back into the atmosphere.

Petrol & Electric Powered Chassis

Length

Width (c/w stabilising wheels)

Height (at min operating position)

Height (at max tipping position)

Motorised Chassis Weight

Air-Vac Pod Weight

Kerb Overall Weight

Maximum Debris Load

When travelling: Maximum incline in any direction

When tipping: Maximum incline in any direction

1900mm 1900mm

970mm 960mm

1750mm 1780mm

2250mm 2280mm

140kg 180kg

250kg 250kg

390kg 430kg

220kg 220kg



PETROL ELECTRIC

AIR-VAC

EXAMPLE AREAS OF USE

EXAMPLE MATERIALS

• Lamp post holes

• Slit trenching

• Trial holes

• Petrol forecourts

• Fencing holes

• Safe excavation around tree roots

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• Soil

• Gravels

• Slurry

• Sand/Dust

• Water

Clay •management

• No damage to services

• Minimal maintenance

• 0.1m³ capacity for recycling ofexcavated material

• Quiet at 66 Db

Reduction in traffic

BENEFITS

The AIR-VAC sits on linear rollers that enable the unit to move from its normal operating position to a raised tipping position. This allows for the excavated material to be released into various collection facilities, such as a wheelbarrow, waste bag, skip, dumper or direct reinstatement.

By utilising the small debris pod, the operator is able to be more selective of the materials being excavated this prevents, cross contamination enabling the materials to be firstly dropped next to the excavation and then re-cycled back into the excavation.

To empty the AIR-VAC, there is a trap door in the base of the debris pod. The release handle is located on the front of the unit for easy access.

Once emptied, the unit is closed by either lowering the pod (self-close mechanism), or while raised, simply making use of the slam-bolt mechanism.

The front floating axle provides the additional support required to counteract the change in the centre of gravity while tipping.

The AIR-VAC features vacuum pumps, powered by compressed air and generates 700 m3/hr of airflow and up to 22in Hg of vacuum.

Having agitated the ground using the AIR-EX lance, the AIR-VAC system draws the excavated material via the vacuum digging pipe into a debris pod where it is separated from the air stream through a 5 stage process. Whilst the material is being collected in the debris pod, the air stream (by then carrying only minor particles) is moved through both a 5 micron filter and vacuum pumps before being exhausted via silencers back into the atmosphere.

The filtration on the AIR-VAC is designed to allow any loose material that has entered the system to fall into the debris pod automatically. This prevents any build up, ensuring the unit remains efficient, whilst also removing the need for repetitive cleaning and servicing.

Depending on the size of the host chassis, the AIR-VAC can be utilised with various sizes of debris pod, dependent on the job description and site requirements. Please contact VAC-EX Ltd for information.

EXTRACTING MATERIAL

DISCHARGING MATERIAL

EMPTYING OPERATION IN OPERATION IN OPERATION

EXPOSING SERVICES EXPOSING SERVICES



KEYHOLE TOOLING IN USE TRADITIONAL TRIAL HOLE EXCAVATION

Keyhole repair is a technique that can quickly and cost-effectively core an 18” diameter hole through asphalt, asphalt-concrete and reinforced concrete road systems and pavements.

The technique enables contractors to vacuum excavate, view subsurface conditions or repair underground plant from the road surface using long-handled tools, backfill the excavation and replace the core (cookie) to create a permanent reinstatement, all with minimum disruption.

Smaller openings required resulting in less disruption and cost

Safe exposure of servicesthrough vacuum excavation

Reduction in underground service damage and disruption

KEYHOLE TECHNOLOGY

Physically less demanding

Reduction in potential for workspace injury

Faster, less intrusive process

Need for re-instatement gang eliminated

Quicker reinstatement

ADVANTAGES

50% reduction in excavation and pavement restoration costs

MOD-EX 5000C IN OPERATION

2m turning radius

Ideal for tight working areas (Footpaths, car spaces)

Long working life withfewer moving parts

‘Plug and Play’ options for faster coring

No reversing of trailers

Cheaper alternative to static mounted units

Good mobility and precision

No need for extensive training

Large no. of additional tooling available – mixer, breaker and sweeper

Length

Weight

1.950m long including core attachment

1.050kg including core mast

COR-EX

The VAC-EX Skid steer COR-EX unit is the ideal solution for keyhole technology repair. The need for extra manually operated equipment such as Jack Hammers or excavators to remove the tarmac/concrete/stone surface is eliminated, making it both a safer and cheaper option. The VAC-EX Skid steer Core offers a whole array of applications including:

SACRIFICIAL ANODE INSTALLATION

TEST HOLES (POT-HOLING)

SOIL SAMPLING (ENVIRONMENTAL)

LOW PRESSURE SERVICE CUT OFFS

COR-EX

IN OPERATION

Remote control option available

Pilot-less core

APPROVED GROUT POURED INTO HOLE CORE REPLACED BACK INTO THE HOLE OVERLAPPING-CORES



KEYHOLE TOOLING IN USE TRADITIONAL TRIAL HOLE EXCAVATION

Keyhole repair is a technique that can quickly and cost-effectively core an 18” diameter hole through asphalt, asphalt-concrete and reinforced concrete road systems and pavements.

The technique enables contractors to vacuum excavate, view subsurface conditions or repair underground plant from the road surface using long-handled tools, backfill the excavation and replace the core (cookie) to create a permanent reinstatement, all with minimum disruption.

Smaller openings required resulting in less disruption and cost

Safe exposure of servicesthrough vacuum excavation

Reduction in underground service damage and disruption

KEYHOLE TECHNOLOGY

Physically less demanding

Reduction in potential for workspace injury

Faster, less intrusive process

Need for re-instatement gang eliminated

Quicker reinstatement

ADVANTAGES

50% reduction in excavation and pavement restoration costs

MOD-EX 5000C IN OPERATION

2m turning radius

Ideal for tight working areas (Footpaths, car spaces)

Long working life withfewer moving parts

‘Plug and Play’ options for faster coring

No reversing of trailers

Cheaper alternative to static mounted units

Good mobility and precision

No need for extensive training

Large no. of additional tooling available – mixer, breaker and sweeper

Length

Weight

1.950m long including core attachment

1.050kg including core mast

COR-EX

The VAC-EX Skid steer COR-EX unit is the ideal solution for keyhole technology repair. The need for extra manually operated equipment such as Jack Hammers or excavators to remove the tarmac/concrete/stone surface is eliminated, making it both a safer and cheaper option. The VAC-EX Skid steer Core offers a whole array of applications including:

SACRIFICIAL ANODE INSTALLATION

TEST HOLES (POT-HOLING)

SOIL SAMPLING (ENVIRONMENTAL)

LOW PRESSURE SERVICE CUT OFFS

COR-EX

IN OPERATION

Remote control option available

Pilot-less core

APPROVED GROUT POURED INTO HOLE CORE REPLACED BACK INTO THE HOLE OVERLAPPING-CORES



3t

Vacuum hose connections

Emptying

1.5m³

180 degree high tipping action Self opening skip door

2 no. 125mm dia. on either side of tank

Weight

Container

DUMPEX

Unit is based on a 3t swivel tip dumper. The DUMPEX 3000 unit is ideally aimed at site use where ground conditions are unsuitable for road vehicles. DUMPEX 3000 can be used up to 30m from host unit allowing improved access into tight areas.

The performance is dependent on the host vacuum utilised (MOD-EX, BIRCO or VACTRON).

Can be used up to 30m from host vacuum

Good off road capabilities

Road taxed and insured

Road legal lighting

Off road capabilities

Fully registered for road use

Self opening disposal hatch

Improves access to hard reach areas

To work in conjunction with a vacuum system

2.5t payload

DUMPEX DUMPEX

DUMPEX

SILO unit is ideally used for the static collection of debris from machinery, building renovations, shot blasting, etc for depositing directly into bulk bags.

Positive and negative displacement vacuum systems can be used depending on:





• Job description

Separate filtration unit can be added between SILO and vacuum to maximise air flow / vacuum.

All fines from filter unit can be emptied into a sealed bulk bag ensuring a dust free environment.

SILO can be used up to 100m away from host vacuum unit.

Fully demountable and forklift assembly.

SILO SILO

SILO

SILO

DUMPEX

500kgs

Capacity

Inlet and outlet size

Empting mechanism

Vacuum hose

3.2m including bagging stand

75mm – 125mm

Pulley with self closing sprung door


1000 l

Emptyweight

Height

SILODUMPEX

IN OPERATION



3t

Vacuum hose connections

Emptying

1.5m³

180 degree high tipping action Self opening skip door

2 no. 125mm dia. on either side of tank

Weight

Container

DUMPEX

Unit is based on a 3t swivel tip dumper. The DUMPEX 3000 unit is ideally aimed at site use where ground conditions are unsuitable for road vehicles. DUMPEX 3000 can be used up to 30m from host unit allowing improved access into tight areas.

The performance is dependent on the host vacuum utilised (MOD-EX, BIRCO or VACTRON).

Can be used up to 30m from host vacuum

Good off road capabilities

Road taxed and insured

Road legal lighting

Off road capabilities

Fully registered for road use

Self opening disposal hatch

Improves access to hard reach areas

To work in conjunction with a vacuum system

2.5t payload

DUMPEX DUMPEX

DUMPEX

SILO unit is ideally used for the static collection of debris from machinery, building renovations, shot blasting, etc for depositing directly into bulk bags.






• Job description

Separate filtration unit can be added between SILO and vacuum to maximise air flow / vacuum.

All fines from filter unit can be emptied into a sealed bulk bag ensuring a dust free environment.

SILO can be used up to 100m away from host vacuum unit.

Fully demountable and forklift assembly.

SILO SILO

SILO

SILO

DUMPEX

500kgs

Capacity

Inlet and outlet size

Empting mechanism

Vacuum hose

3.2m including bagging stand

75mm – 125mm

Pulley with self closing sprung door


1000 l

Emptyweight

Height

SILODUMPEX

IN OPERATION



MOD-EX 25 MOD-EX 25 DUMPEX & MOD-EX

MOD-EX 25

MOD-EX 50

MOD-EX 25 & 50 can be used train, trailer or chassis mounted with greater flexibility than the BIRCO 1000. Excavating very narrow and deep holes or trenches – 3 meters deep x 110mm wide is easily achievable.







• Job description

Length

Width

Weight (empty)

1750mm

750mm

700kg

1750mm

1750mm

1400kg

5m 10m

10m 20m


Span

Vacuum hose Ø

Emptying Auxtank


Quad turbine

150mm

Twinturbine

Vacuum type

Manual Excavation

Employing MOD-EX 25

1.

2.

5.6.7.8.

Manual excavation


3,4

10m³2.0 2.5 3.5 7.5

8

7

6

5

4

3

2

1

HO

UR

S

PERFORMANCE


8

1.5

5 6 73,421




Manual Excavation

Employing MOD-EX 50

1.

2.3.4.5.

6.78.9.

Manual excavation


50m³5 14 20 30 3211

6

5

4

3

2

1

HO

UR

S

PERFORMANCE


95 6,73 421 8

1


MOD-EX 50 has

double engine unit =

double air flow or

increased negative pressure

MOD-EX 25 MOD-EX 50

Water pump


Filtration system

6x1m cartridges - 5 micron washable


EXPOSING SERVICES EXCAVATED TO EXPOSE CABLE FAULT EXPOSING SERVICES



MOD-EX 25 MOD-EX 25 DUMPEX & MOD-EX

MOD-EX 25

MOD-EX 50

MOD-EX 25 & 50 can be used train, trailer or chassis mounted with greater flexibility than the BIRCO 1000. Excavating very narrow and deep holes or trenches – 3 meters deep x 110mm wide is easily achievable.







• Job description

Length

Width

Weight (empty)

1750mm

750mm

700kg

1750mm

1750mm

1400kg

5m 10m

10m 20m


Span

Vacuum hose Ø

Emptying Auxtank


Quad turbine

150mm

Twinturbine

Vacuum type

Manual Excavation

Employing MOD-EX 25

1.

2.

5.6.7.8.

Manual excavation


3,4

10m³2.0 2.5 3.5 7.5

8

7

6

5

4

3

2

1

HO

UR

S

PERFORMANCE


8

1.5

5 6 73,421




Manual Excavation

Employing MOD-EX 50

1.

2.3.4.5.

6.78.9.

Manual excavation


50m³5 14 20 30 3211

6

5

4

3

2

1

HO

UR

S

PERFORMANCE


95 6,73 421 8

1


MOD-EX 50 has

double engine unit =

double air flow or

increased negative pressure

MOD-EX 25 MOD-EX 50

Water pump


Filtration system



EXPOSING SERVICES EXCAVATED TO EXPOSE CABLE FAULT EXPOSING SERVICES


DESIGN, MANUFACTURE & SALES

Vac-Ex is a dynamic designer and manufacturer of vacuum excavation systems and associated products

Our ethos is to develop innovative excavation equipment tailor made to your company’s needs

OUR KEY SYSTEMS

KEY BENEFITS

AIR-EXMOD-EX 25SILODUMP-EX

AIR-VACCORE-EX MINI-VAC PARTS & CONSUMABLES


Efficient

Safe & Effective

Economical

Reliable

Easy to maintain

Easily fitted to a range of support applications

Many parts & consumables readily available

Health & safety benefits to the VAC-EX industry

Health & safety presentations can be arranged

Bespoke tooling

In-house engineering facilities

Training & certifications provided

www.vac-ex.co.uk

PLEASE CONTACT US FOR MORE INFORMATION: +44 (0)7912 513843

DESIGN, MANUFACTURE & SALES

Vac-Ex is a dynamic designer and manufacturer of vacuum excavation systems and associated products

Our ethos is to develop innovative excavation equipment tailor made to your company’s needs

OUR KEY SYSTEMS

KEY BENEFITS

AIR-EXMOD-EX 25SILODUMP-EX

AIR-VACCORE-EX MINI-VAC PARTS & CONSUMABLES


Efficient

Safe & Effective

Economical

Reliable

Easy to maintain

Easily fitted to a range of support applications

Many parts & consumables readily available

Health & safety benefits to the VAC-EX industry

Health & safety presentations can be arranged

Bespoke tooling

In-house engineering facilities

Training & certifications provided

www.vac-ex.co.uk

PLEASE CONTACT US FOR MORE INFORMATION: +44 (0)7912 513843

OPERATED HIRE v

SELF OPERATED HIRE

All operators are experienced and trained in vacuum excavation to a minimum 4 week detailed training scheme.

• Each Vacuum Excavator undergoes a 150 point monthly mechanical audit/ service inspection.

• Each operator and unit undergoes a minimum of 1 safety audit each month in line with OSHAS 18001 standards. A copy of which is made available to the client immediately.

• As an experienced vacuum excavation contractor we have a skilled team of site engineers who will assist in planning and preparation of the works to achieve best outputs.

• All vehicles are maintained to the highest standard and new units are added to the fleet on an annual basis.

• To date we have carried out over 153,000 hrs of vacuum excavation with zero damage to any services.

• All operatives are highly trained and fully compliant PPE is provided with each vehicle.

• Daily Record sheets are filled out each day and a copy given to the client, details included on the record sheet are as fo l lows; da i ly sa fe ty and environmental risk assessments, outputs, plant inspections, fuel consumption, hours worked and issues faced.

• All vehicles are tracked.

• The company operates under a full waste carrier's license.

Other Bespoke Services we offer

PLEASE CONTACT US FOR MORE INFORMATION

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