4 Considerations Before Specializing in Hydro Excavation
With April being National Safe Digging Month, the team at TRUVAC is highlighting the many uses of hydro excavation in safe digging practices as well as key considerations before making a hydro excavator purchase.
National Safe Digging Month spreads awareness for safe digging best practices and calling 811 before any digging project. Not only does calling 811 for proper marking of utilities help prevent damage to underground gas, electric and water lines, but it also helps protect public and personal safety.
From potholing to slot-trenching, TRUVAC hydro excavators and vacuum trucks can handle a variety of applications. Hydro excavation and vacuum excavation are best practices when it comes to safe digging. They reduce the risk of striking an unknown underground utility.
For those considering hydro excavation, here are four considerations for that decision process:
- Precision: Hydro excavation leaves minimal excess soil and enables accurate digging even in small enclosures or hard-to-reach places.
- Safety: TRUVAC hydrovacs such as the APXX and TRXX utilize high-pressure water to break up soil and a vacuum to transfer the debris to a tank. This enhances safety for both the operators and those near the site. With hydro excavation, operators can excavate from a distance, while also reducing the risk of striking underground utilities.
- Multifunctional: Whether locating utilities or excavating in cold temperatures, hydro excavation works across a wide array of applications including potholing, flood water cleanup, hazardous liquid removal and more. For cold temperatures and frozen ground, TRUVAC hydrovacs use a water heater when necessary to allow for precision excavation.
- Durability: Hydro excavators like TRUVAC’s are built to handle tough jobs, and TRUVAC’s support network provides parts and service centers from coast to coast.
Hydro excavation provides a plethora of benefits, whether it be in small spaces, urban areas or hard-to-reach sites. It allows for greater precision, and its safety benefits are numerous. For more information, visit TRUVAC.com. Tags: Truvac
