Equipment spotlight

The right tooling makes a difference on the HDD jobsite

Bring productivity and efficiency to your rock drilling jobsite by planning your bore ahead of time and having the right tooling for the job.

Daily vacuum excavator maintenance tips to help with optimizing performance

Want to get the most from your vacuum excavator every day? Then you’d better spend a few minutes with your crew discussing routine maintenance. Here are some tips to help you get started.

Texas pipeline contractor expands with horizontal directional drilling

Learn how S & J Contractors use Vermeer pipeline directional drills to expand their business to jobsites across the country.

Managing your fleet: when to add or upgrade a vacuum excavator

Understanding when it’s time to add another vacuum excavator or replace an older or underperforming unit can go a long way in helping to improve a company’s overall operations. Find out what to consider before making the change.

Safety tips for operating vacuum excavators

Follow these helpful tips to safely operate your vacuum excavator in order to avoid utility strikes and maximize productivity on your jobsite.

Vermeer Corporation announces acquisition of Vac-Tron Equipment, LLC

Vermeer Corporation announced its purchase of Vac-Tron Equipment, LLC, and its plans to bring the Florida-based company together with McLaughlin Group, Inc. which was purchased by Vermeer in 2017.

Is it the right time to add a reclaimer to your operation?

There is increased awareness and focus on managing drilling fluid weight, because it can be a major factor to cause inadvertent returns. Find out if bringing in a reclaimer for your HDD operations is the right move.

Spec’ing a vacuum excavator

Selecting the right vacuum excavator for your business With all of the different makes and models of vacuum excavators on the market today, choosing the right one isn’t necessarily an easy decision for anyone. However, answering a few easy questions can help narrow your search to select the right machine for your specific needs. To […]

Vacuum excavator usage on the rise: a better way to locate buried utilities

With congested underground easements and roadways, it is becoming increasingly important to visually identify the location of underground utilities — gas, fiber, water, telecommunications and sewer — to prevent an accidental utility strike. However, using a compact excavator or a shovel to expose the line could also damage a utility. To reduce the risk of […]

How to plan and mix your best HDD drilling fluid

Do you and your drilling crews understand the science involved with mixing drilling fluids?

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