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When mines do build small, package treatment centers, Crosiers some-
times obtains contracts to haul away the sludge that remains after treatment,
clean flters, add chlorine and dechlorination products, make sure alarms work,
and check for effuent cleanliness.
To haul graywater from mining bath and shower houses, the company
relies on a 2006 International 5900, outftted with a 4,800-gallon steel tank,
built by Imperial Industries Inc., and a Masport pump; and two 2007 Sterling
9500s with 4,800-gallon steel tanks made by Imperial
with a Masport blower.
Cleaning tanks
Crosiers also cleans large, aboveground tanks at
coal preparation plants. The plants use focculants to
treat contaminated water, a byproduct of the coal-clean-
ing process.
The focculants clean coal dust from the water so
it can be re-used, Crosier notes. But focculants have
a limited life because they gel. So we periodically clean
out the focculants. Its a long, arduous process to clean
5,000 to 10,000 gallons of focculants that are solidifed
like Jell-O.
We have to set up confned-space equipment
so our guys can physically get into the tanks and squee-
gee them clean with kerosene to remove focculants, he
continues. We also must use trucks with high vacuum
power. We need to move 1,500 to 2,000 cfm to drag
this stuff through the lines, so we use powerful blowers
instead of traditional vacuum pumps.
Anything that touches it hoses, clothes,
boots gets
thrown away
at the end of
the day because its ruined, he adds. We might clean only one focculant
tank a month, but it might take several days to do it.
To clean the tanks, Crosiers crews use a 1998 Sterling 9500 with a
4,800-gallon mild steel tank, made by Imperial, and a National Vacuum Equip-
ment Inc. blower that generates 1,500 cfm.
treatment plant plans
To handle the roughly 100,000 gallons of gray and black water the compa-
ny hauls each month, Crosiers is investing more than $500,000 in an on-site,
sewage treatment plant. It will be capable of handling 30,000 gallons a day and
will produce water that nearly meets drinking-water standards, which will allow
for less expensive surface discharge, Crosier says.
Until now, the company relied mostly on public waste treatment facilities
combined with land application on rented land. But the hassles of obtaining
TRADE ASSOCIATIONS BOOST GROWTh
As the owner of Crosiers Inc., a large waste-disposal services company based in Lansing,
W.Va., Ron Crosier is a believer in professional organizations, such as the National Association of
Wastewater Technicians (NAWT) and the Portable Sanitation Association International (PSAI). The
groups are a great source of information about regulations, products and business operations
not to mention camaraderie.
Its good to spend time with people who endure what you endure in business, says Crosier,
who serves on the PSAI board of directors. It provides you with encouragement and motivation to
continue. It allows you to see that you can do this successfully and make money.
I wouldnt be in the restroom business today if I didnt attend PSAI, he adds. Ive learned so
much from other operators that I may not have discovered on my own. If youre thinking about
doing something diferent, I guarantee youll fnd someone whos already been doing it for 10 years
and can help you avoid reinventing the wheel.
As an example, Crosier cites damage waivers, in which customers pay a modest fee that absolves
them of any responsibility for restroom damage. He says the waivers can be lucrative, pointing out
that even a $5 waiver fee per month on 300 restrooms would net $18,000 a year.
Before I attended PSAI meetings, maybe 10 percent of my customers bought the waiver, he
says. Then I attended a PSAI meeting where damage waivers was a roundtable topic. I sat down and
learned the right way to sell a damage waiver and have had more than 90 percent takers ever since.
The money I make from damage waivers every year more than pays for the cost of attending
every PSAI meeting,he adds. If I never learned anything else, it was worth joining PSAI just for that.
ABOVE: Working in the Crosiers yard are (left to right) Bobby Evans, Tommy Chapman, Red Lanham, Jody
Danley and Jeremy Lilly. RIGHT: Jayson Groves (left) and Jeremy Lilly pump a septic tank at a mine in southern
West Virginia.
I attended a PSAI meeting where damage waivers was a
roundtable topic. I sat down and learned the right way to
sell a damage waiver and have had more than 90 percent
takers ever since.
Ron Crosier
approval permits and educating the public about the benefts of land applica-
tion have made on-site treatment more attractive, even though its more expen-
sive to build a treatment plant, he notes.
We will spend more than we do on land application, he says. But
theres so much tied up in the permitting process and so much time devoted to
dealing with the public that its not worthwhile, even though from an environ-
mental perspective, land application is the way to go.
Weve basically given up trying to educate people about it plus, it
seems like were always in a position where were looking for the next farm we
can use, and the next farm, and so on, Crosier says.
The company has about 600 acres per-
mitted right now for land application, and
spreads about a million gallons annually. But
Crosier says frequent complaints about truck
traffc or concerns about well water quality
explain his preference for an in-house treat-
ment plant.
pumped aBout serViCe
Its interesting to note that Crosier left a
corporate job years ago, trading in the perks
that come with being a structural engineer
for the challenges presented by portable
restrooms, grease traps, and sewage and sep-
tic waste. And in 17 years, he increased the
companys annual gross revenue to about $2
million from $225,000.
I had a nice offce with a wonderful
view and a great staff, he says of his old job.
When I told my co-workers what I intended
to do, they thought I was nuts. They couldnt
understand why someone would leave that
sort of work and a comfortable offce to do
this sort of work.
But they dont realize that when some-
one in this business needs you, they really
need you, he continues. And when you fx
their problems, theyre genuinely grateful that
youre there, doing what you
do. I didnt get that kind of
gratifcation working in an of-
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Masport, Inc.
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Tech Perspectives
From extraction through processing, equipment used
in the gas, oil and mining sector is subject to some of the grimiest dirt imagin-
able. a consistent pressure washing regimen keeps equipment clean, improves
operator safety, promotes a professional image and maintains the value of capi-
tal equipment. so says rob smith, a national sales manager with hotsy pressure
Washers, in Bentonville, ark.
the company manufactures
pressure washers and detergents to
serve a broad range of industries,
including the gas, oil and mining
sector through a nationwide dealer
network. smith has extensive expe-
rience in arkansas, texas, Louisiana,
oklahoma and missouri, where
gas and oil represent the primary
resource market. the area also in-
cludes some coal mining operations,
both above and belowground.
For gas and oil, the majority of cleaning jobs we encounter involve the
drilling fuids used to lubricate the drill bits, oil-based muds and water-based
mud, which combines with equipment grease and grit, says smith. the oil-
based mud is the tougher of the two to clean off, because it gets everywhere
from the drilling platform to the equipment. it also gets splashed back and forth
on everything from forklifts to trucks and front-end loaders.
Mud, dust and fracking fluid
in shale gas, the worst cleaning jobs involve fracking fuid, which splashes
and spills on everything in the vicinity of the operation, not only as it goes into
the well, but also on backwash. that backwash fuid also combines with mud
and dust on the site. Fracking service trucks get an extra helping of grime when
they leave wet and travel on dusty roads to their next destination.
Regular pressure washing makes equipment run better, promotes
professionalism and maximizes resale value By Peter Kenter
griMe Time
The last thing you want to show the public is that your
grime-caked vehicle is dropping chunks of mud on the
highway between jobs.
Rob Smith
A power washer is stationed in a wash
bay at Franks Casing in Kilgore, Texas.
A pressure washer is used to
clean a case running tool at
Franks Casing. (Photos courtesy
of Hotsy Pressure Washers)
dust and oil can quickly build up on any resource sector equipment,
causing it to overheat and even shut down, says smith. cleaning is a neces-
sary process that needs to be applied consistently.
smith says that equipment design has evolved signifcantly to cater to the
resource sector since the company produced its frst pressure washers in the
early 1970s.
originally the pressure washing units employed a gasoline engine in the
hot water section of the machine, he says. But because those models present-
ed an open fame on the burner unit and the possibility of sparks, they needed
to be kept 200 feet or more away from the rig. You would have to extend a hose
to deliver the hot water to the business end of the cleaning job.
the company developed diesel-oil-fred pressure washers, which eliminat-
ed the spark and allowed the units to sit closer to the rig, but fnally settled on
electric units for maximum compatibility with oil feld work.
the pressure washers are now available with an electric pump for pres-
sure and electrically heated water, says smith. there are plenty of electrical
outlets and freshwater outlets located on the rigs, so it allows operators to place
the electric hot-water washers right up on the drilling platform. in many cases,
theyre mounted right to the drilling platform, so when they break down the rig
it takes away that concern of having to remove the pressure washer and possibly
losing or replacing it between setups.
Washing under pressure
pressure washing manufacturers have their own designs for the equipment
wash cycle, which consists of soap application and the follow-up rinse. to deal
effectively with oil-based drilling muds, the hotsy units apply soap at high pres-
sure and then rinse at high pressure, as well.
the rig-mounted units produce signifcant pressure, says smith. they
put out 4 gallons a minute of 200-degree water at 3,000 psi.
the rules of effective pressure washing are similar to those taught to ado-
lescents in grade school hygiene classes. in pressure washing, you always apply
the soap to any equipment from the bottom up and then rinse it from the top
down, says smith. it doesnt matter if its a drill, a section of the rig or a feld
vehicle.
on drilling rigs, cleaning is a constant operation undertaken by rig hands
and toolpushers who attack the areas of greatest buildup as they observe them.
electric power washers are ideal for these jobs because theres no startup and
shutdown procedure required. they can just pull out the washer gun and
wash any part of the rig immediately, says smith.
as rigs are torn down, theyre generally cleaned by rig washing contractors
who specialize in the heavy-duty dirt and grease that accumulates in areas that
are harder to reach during drilling operations.
these guys bring in the larger trailer-mounted units that can fre out
10 gallons of cleaning power per minute, says smith. its a complete and
thorough cleaning of every piece of the rig as its disassembled. theyll even
clean every length of drill pipe inside and out before theyll let it get back on
the highway.
Car wash operators have long claimed a clean car drives better.
In the gas, oil and mining sector, a clean vehicle is not only a signal to
clients that your company is interested in presenting a professional image,
it also adds considerably to equipment longevity and increases resale value.
The last thing you want to show the public is that your grime-caked
vehicle is dropping chunks of mud on the highway between jobs, says
Rob Smith, a national sales manager with Hotsy Pressure Washers. On
the maintenance side, you need to ask yourself whether you think that a
mechanic is more likely to want to get near a truck that has been consistently
cleaned or one thats weighed down with layers of dirt. Diagnosing a
problem can also be difcult when you cant actually see the part that needs
to be replaced or worked on.
Vehicles are most often cleaned using stationary wash bays, which are
purpose-designed from standard components to suit the application. These
components include anything from the pressure washers themselves, to
wash wands, nozzles, overhead booms, hose reels, hose trolleys, automatic
undercarriage cleaners and containment pits for wastewater. Coal mining
wash bays, whether above or belowground, will feature water heated by
electricity, while the water in other wash bays is heated with natural gas or
liquid propane.
designing a Wash bay
The advantage in designing your own wash bay is that you can decide
how many people are going to be washing a certain number of vehicles at
a time, and what makes the most economic sense for your operation, says
Smith. The idea here is to make sure that the system you design isnt more
extensive than you really need. Do you want 5 gallons a minute at 300 psi for
one worker, or 10 gallons a minute at the same pressure for two workers? Do
you need one small bay for one operator, or 10 bays in a row, so 20 workers
can wash vehicles simultaneously? We try to optimize the design size for
the client, who can always choose to add another bay later on if necessary.
Various accessories are used to clean a wide area or get into the nooks
and crannies of the vehicle. These range from spray nozzles covering a
40-degree range to pencil point nozzles that focus all their energy on tough
grime. Other nozzles spin to provide sprays that attack dirt from all sides.
On really tough jobs, for instance, a truck covered with baked-on drilling
mud, a little pretreatment with a foaming agent will help to soften dirty
deposits. Smith says the process should take no longer than fve minutes.
In smaller operations, mechanics may be assigned to clean the vehicles
themselves, prior to servicing. But in general, theyre mechanics, not wash
guys, Smith notes. The cleaner the vehicle is before it gets to them, the
better the job theyre going to deliver.
Do You NeeD aN
equiPmeNt WaSh BaY?
A worker uses a hot-water washer from Hotsy to clean a frac truck in Kilgore, Texas.
November 2012 - www.gomcmag.com GOMC 47
Tech Perspectives
From extraction through processing, equipment used
in the gas, oil and mining sector is subject to some of the grimiest dirt imagin-
able. a consistent pressure washing regimen keeps equipment clean, improves
operator safety, promotes a professional image and maintains the value of capi-
tal equipment. so says rob smith, a national sales manager with hotsy pressure
Washers, in Bentonville, ark.
the company manufactures
pressure washers and detergents to
serve a broad range of industries,
including the gas, oil and mining
sector through a nationwide dealer
network. smith has extensive expe-
rience in arkansas, texas, Louisiana,
oklahoma and missouri, where
gas and oil represent the primary
resource market. the area also in-
cludes some coal mining operations,
both above and belowground.
For gas and oil, the majority of cleaning jobs we encounter involve the
drilling fuids used to lubricate the drill bits, oil-based muds and water-based
mud, which combines with equipment grease and grit, says smith. the oil-
based mud is the tougher of the two to clean off, because it gets everywhere
from the drilling platform to the equipment. it also gets splashed back and forth
on everything from forklifts to trucks and front-end loaders.
Mud, dust and fracking fluid
in shale gas, the worst cleaning jobs involve fracking fuid, which splashes
and spills on everything in the vicinity of the operation, not only as it goes into
the well, but also on backwash. that backwash fuid also combines with mud
and dust on the site. Fracking service trucks get an extra helping of grime when
they leave wet and travel on dusty roads to their next destination.
Regular pressure washing makes equipment run better, promotes
professionalism and maximizes resale value By Peter Kenter
griMe Time
The last thing you want to show the public is that your
grime-caked vehicle is dropping chunks of mud on the
highway between jobs.
Rob Smith
A power washer is stationed in a wash
bay at Franks Casing in Kilgore, Texas.
A pressure washer is used to
clean a case running tool at
Franks Casing. (Photos courtesy
of Hotsy Pressure Washers)
dust and oil can quickly build up on any resource sector equipment,
causing it to overheat and even shut down, says smith. cleaning is a neces-
sary process that needs to be applied consistently.
smith says that equipment design has evolved signifcantly to cater to the
resource sector since the company produced its frst pressure washers in the
early 1970s.
originally the pressure washing units employed a gasoline engine in the
hot water section of the machine, he says. But because those models present-
ed an open fame on the burner unit and the possibility of sparks, they needed
to be kept 200 feet or more away from the rig. You would have to extend a hose
to deliver the hot water to the business end of the cleaning job.
the company developed diesel-oil-fred pressure washers, which eliminat-
ed the spark and allowed the units to sit closer to the rig, but fnally settled on
electric units for maximum compatibility with oil feld work.
the pressure washers are now available with an electric pump for pres-
sure and electrically heated water, says smith. there are plenty of electrical
outlets and freshwater outlets located on the rigs, so it allows operators to place
the electric hot-water washers right up on the drilling platform. in many cases,
theyre mounted right to the drilling platform, so when they break down the rig
it takes away that concern of having to remove the pressure washer and possibly
losing or replacing it between setups.
Washing under pressure
pressure washing manufacturers have their own designs for the equipment
wash cycle, which consists of soap application and the follow-up rinse. to deal
effectively with oil-based drilling muds, the hotsy units apply soap at high pres-
sure and then rinse at high pressure, as well.
the rig-mounted units produce signifcant pressure, says smith. they
put out 4 gallons a minute of 200-degree water at 3,000 psi.
the rules of effective pressure washing are similar to those taught to ado-
lescents in grade school hygiene classes. in pressure washing, you always apply
the soap to any equipment from the bottom up and then rinse it from the top
down, says smith. it doesnt matter if its a drill, a section of the rig or a feld
vehicle.
on drilling rigs, cleaning is a constant operation undertaken by rig hands
and toolpushers who attack the areas of greatest buildup as they observe them.
electric power washers are ideal for these jobs because theres no startup and
shutdown procedure required. they can just pull out the washer gun and
wash any part of the rig immediately, says smith.
as rigs are torn down, theyre generally cleaned by rig washing contractors
who specialize in the heavy-duty dirt and grease that accumulates in areas that
are harder to reach during drilling operations.
these guys bring in the larger trailer-mounted units that can fre out
10 gallons of cleaning power per minute, says smith. its a complete and
thorough cleaning of every piece of the rig as its disassembled. theyll even
clean every length of drill pipe inside and out before theyll let it get back on
the highway.
Car wash operators have long claimed a clean car drives better.
In the gas, oil and mining sector, a clean vehicle is not only a signal to
clients that your company is interested in presenting a professional image,
it also adds considerably to equipment longevity and increases resale value.
The last thing you want to show the public is that your grime-caked
vehicle is dropping chunks of mud on the highway between jobs, says
Rob Smith, a national sales manager with Hotsy Pressure Washers. On
the maintenance side, you need to ask yourself whether you think that a
mechanic is more likely to want to get near a truck that has been consistently
cleaned or one thats weighed down with layers of dirt. Diagnosing a
problem can also be difcult when you cant actually see the part that needs
to be replaced or worked on.
Vehicles are most often cleaned using stationary wash bays, which are
purpose-designed from standard components to suit the application. These
components include anything from the pressure washers themselves, to
wash wands, nozzles, overhead booms, hose reels, hose trolleys, automatic
undercarriage cleaners and containment pits for wastewater. Coal mining
wash bays, whether above or belowground, will feature water heated by
electricity, while the water in other wash bays is heated with natural gas or
liquid propane.
designing a Wash bay
The advantage in designing your own wash bay is that you can decide
how many people are going to be washing a certain number of vehicles at
a time, and what makes the most economic sense for your operation, says
Smith. The idea here is to make sure that the system you design isnt more
extensive than you really need. Do you want 5 gallons a minute at 300 psi for
one worker, or 10 gallons a minute at the same pressure for two workers? Do
you need one small bay for one operator, or 10 bays in a row, so 20 workers
can wash vehicles simultaneously? We try to optimize the design size for
the client, who can always choose to add another bay later on if necessary.
Various accessories are used to clean a wide area or get into the nooks
and crannies of the vehicle. These range from spray nozzles covering a
40-degree range to pencil point nozzles that focus all their energy on tough
grime. Other nozzles spin to provide sprays that attack dirt from all sides.
On really tough jobs, for instance, a truck covered with baked-on drilling
mud, a little pretreatment with a foaming agent will help to soften dirty
deposits. Smith says the process should take no longer than fve minutes.
In smaller operations, mechanics may be assigned to clean the vehicles
themselves, prior to servicing. But in general, theyre mechanics, not wash
guys, Smith notes. The cleaner the vehicle is before it gets to them, the
better the job theyre going to deliver.
Do You NeeD aN
equiPmeNt WaSh BaY?
A worker uses a hot-water washer from Hotsy to clean a frac truck in Kilgore, Texas.
48 GOMC www.gomcmag.com - November 2012
the right soap
different detergent formulations target different types of dirt such as oil-
based drilling mud, caked-on grease and grime, or carbon-based deposits such
as road flm and exhaust stains. these formulations are generally safe on all sur-
faces, but some higher-strength detergent combinations are not recommended
for use on fne fnishes, fne-painted surfaces, aluminum, galvanized metal or
magnesium. some formulations are also more suited to outdoor cleaning, while
others are better suited to indoor work.
We developed a couple of products specifcally to meet the requirements
of the oil and gas industry, such as a detergent thats biodegradable and has a
lower ph, below 10.5, so that the detergent is not caustic if it comes in contact
with the skin, says smith.
the companys pressure washing equipment is designed for operator safe-
ty. equipment design is approved by the electronics & telematics Laboratory
to underwriters Laboratory standards. producing hot water at extremely high
pressures, a power washer can potentially both cut and burn an operator.
We already assume that the operator is wearing steel-toed boots, gloves
and safety glasses, says smith. caustic detergents will require the use of a
respirator and apron, but detergents with low ph dont require any special
breathing protection. some of our safety design features include a dead mans
trigger on the wash gun that turns off automatically if the hand releases the
mechanism. the wands themselves are 36 inches longlonger than the hu-
man armso that it becomes diffcult to turn the jet toward yourself.
planning an effective pressure washing maintenance schedule requires op-
erators only to acknowledge the type of simple advice a father might offer about
taking care of a home workshop. if dirt is accumulating on equipment, youre
not cleaning fast enough.
cleaning more often is better, says smith. pressure washing is all about
not letting the dirt
get ahead of you.
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different detergent formulations target different types of dirt such as oil-
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We developed a couple of products specifcally to meet the requirements
of the oil and gas industry, such as a detergent thats biodegradable and has a
lower ph, below 10.5, so that the detergent is not caustic if it comes in contact
with the skin, says smith.
the companys pressure washing equipment is designed for operator safe-
ty. equipment design is approved by the electronics & telematics Laboratory
to underwriters Laboratory standards. producing hot water at extremely high
pressures, a power washer can potentially both cut and burn an operator.
We already assume that the operator is wearing steel-toed boots, gloves
and safety glasses, says smith. caustic detergents will require the use of a
respirator and apron, but detergents with low ph dont require any special
breathing protection. some of our safety design features include a dead mans
trigger on the wash gun that turns off automatically if the hand releases the
mechanism. the wands themselves are 36 inches longlonger than the hu-
man armso that it becomes diffcult to turn the jet toward yourself.
planning an effective pressure washing maintenance schedule requires op-
erators only to acknowledge the type of simple advice a father might offer about
taking care of a home workshop. if dirt is accumulating on equipment, youre
not cleaning fast enough.
cleaning more often is better, says smith. pressure washing is all about
not letting the dirt
get ahead of you.
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The oil-based mud is the tougher of the two to clean of,
because it gets everywhere from the drilling platform to
the equipment. It also gets splashed back and forth on
everything from forklifts to trucks and front-end loaders.
Rob Smith
50 GOMC www.gomcmag.com - November 2012
rop into any hardware store or
home improvement center and
youre likely to fnd aisles full
of tools labeled ergonomic. But what
exactly does that mean for contractor users?
Simply put, ergonomics is the science of de-
signing and producing tools, furniture and
other work-related implements to improve a
workers effciency while reducing discom-
fort, fatigue and risk of injury.
Ergonomically enhanced tools can in-
clude helpful features like angled handles,
padded handgrips and non-slip coatings.
However, no matter how impressive a tools
design is, its almost impossible for it to be
universally ergonomic since human phy-
siques and project applications vary greatly
from one to the next.
Whether youre shopping for ergonom-
ic tools or just trying to select the right one
for the job from an existing collection, the
key things to consider are whether or not
the tool fts your hand, how well it suits the
job being done, and if it prevents you from
straining in ways that could lead to injury.
Regardless of how user-friendly a tool is pur-
ported to be, the most important deciding
factor in what makes a tool ergonomic is,
ultimately, you.
To make the decision process a little
easier, here are some guidelines for choosing
the right ergonomic hand tool for your body
type and the job at hand:
Because fnger size and placement differs
for every user, avoid using tools whose
handles have built-in fnger grooves. When
fngers dont naturally align with grooves,
excessive pressure from the raised groove
edges can cause discomfort and injury.
Choose tools with handles that are cov-
ered in a soft material, like foam or fexible
plastic. Cushioned handles are not only
comfortable for long hours of use, but
they provide a much frmer grip and cut
down on slippage. Hard-handled tools can
be quickly and inexpensively converted by
adding a soft sleeve.
Ensure tool handles are free from sharp
edges and seams that might irritate or cut
the hands.
When selecting double-handle gripping
and cutting tools, opt for ones with spring-
loaded handles that will automatically
return to the open position.
If you need to forcefully pinch or grip an
object for an extended time, prevent mus-
cle strain by switching from standard pli-
ers to a clamp or grip.
Only use tools that allow you to work with
your wrist in a straight position.
For tasks that require force, such as torqu-
ing screws and nuts, hammering and
heavy chiseling, choose single-handle
tools with handle diameters from 1 1/4
to 2 inches. Larger handles allow fngers
to wrap comfortably around the tool in a
power grip, which prevents slippage and
reduces stress and impact on hands, fn-
gers and wrists.
For tasks that call for more precision and
delicacy (like fne chiseling and driving
miniature screws), opt for single-handle
tools whose grips fall within the 1/4- to
1/2-inch range. The smaller diameter
handles make it easy to comfortably grip
tools between the fngertips without over-
exerting fngers, knuckle joints or hand
muscles.
Just as grip diameter affects work with
single-handle tools, the grip span of pli-
ers, snips, cable cutters and other double-
handle tools can either make your job
easier or cause hand fatigue. For maxi-
mum comfort and effciency for tasks
requiring more force (like gripping with
large pliers, cutting wires, or snipping
through sheet metal), choose tools with
a maximum open grip span of 3 1/2
inches, and a closed grip span no less
than 2 inches across.
Detailed jobs involving grasping small
parts and components with pincers, twee-
zers or tongs are best done with double-
handle tools whose grip spans range from
no less than 1 inch (closed) to no more
than 3 inches (open).
When a work space is tight but the task
at hand requires a good deal of force, opt
for power grip tools (with handle diam-
eters from 1 1/4 to 2 inches), which are
grasped with the entire hand instead of
just pinched between the fngertips. This
type of grip lets you fnish the job in far
less time, with far less physical stress.
Tool length should also be matched to
space constraints. Excessively long tools
can force you to assume awkward work
postures and wrist positions when youre
trying to reach components in cramped
areas. Instead, choose short-handled tools
that give you the freedom to meet the tar-
get work area directly, while keeping your
wrist straight.
The palms of your hands are full of pres-
sure-sensitive nerves and blood vessels,
and in order to avoid damaging these
during high-force tasks, its important to
make sure that the handles of your tools
are long enough that their ends wont
press into your palms. To measure, hold
your hand palm-up, with fngers together
and thumb against the side of your hand.
As long as the tools handle is longer
than the widest part of your hand (the
span from the outer edge of your pinkie
to the outer edge of your thumb), its safe
to use. GOMC
Safety First
Tool Rules
Ergonomics should play a role in choosing the
right hand tool for the work youll perform with it
By Paul Holstein
D
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Paul Holstein is the co-founder and COO of
CableOrganizer.com. He may be reached through the
companys website located at www.CableOrganizer.com.
Ergonomics is the science of designing and
producing tools, furniture and other work-related
implements to improve a workers efciency while
reducing discomfort, fatigue and risk of injury.
Paul Holstein
November 2012 - www.gomcmag.com GOMC 51
rop into any hardware store or
home improvement center and
youre likely to fnd aisles full
of tools labeled ergonomic. But what
exactly does that mean for contractor users?
Simply put, ergonomics is the science of de-
signing and producing tools, furniture and
other work-related implements to improve a
workers effciency while reducing discom-
fort, fatigue and risk of injury.
Ergonomically enhanced tools can in-
clude helpful features like angled handles,
padded handgrips and non-slip coatings.
However, no matter how impressive a tools
design is, its almost impossible for it to be
universally ergonomic since human phy-
siques and project applications vary greatly
from one to the next.
Whether youre shopping for ergonom-
ic tools or just trying to select the right one
for the job from an existing collection, the
key things to consider are whether or not
the tool fts your hand, how well it suits the
job being done, and if it prevents you from
straining in ways that could lead to injury.
Regardless of how user-friendly a tool is pur-
ported to be, the most important deciding
factor in what makes a tool ergonomic is,
ultimately, you.
To make the decision process a little
easier, here are some guidelines for choosing
the right ergonomic hand tool for your body
type and the job at hand:
Because fnger size and placement differs
for every user, avoid using tools whose
handles have built-in fnger grooves. When
fngers dont naturally align with grooves,
excessive pressure from the raised groove
edges can cause discomfort and injury.
Choose tools with handles that are cov-
ered in a soft material, like foam or fexible
plastic. Cushioned handles are not only
comfortable for long hours of use, but
they provide a much frmer grip and cut
down on slippage. Hard-handled tools can
be quickly and inexpensively converted by
adding a soft sleeve.
Ensure tool handles are free from sharp
edges and seams that might irritate or cut
the hands.
When selecting double-handle gripping
and cutting tools, opt for ones with spring-
loaded handles that will automatically
return to the open position.
If you need to forcefully pinch or grip an
object for an extended time, prevent mus-
cle strain by switching from standard pli-
ers to a clamp or grip.
Only use tools that allow you to work with
your wrist in a straight position.
For tasks that require force, such as torqu-
ing screws and nuts, hammering and
heavy chiseling, choose single-handle
tools with handle diameters from 1 1/4
to 2 inches. Larger handles allow fngers
to wrap comfortably around the tool in a
power grip, which prevents slippage and
reduces stress and impact on hands, fn-
gers and wrists.
For tasks that call for more precision and
delicacy (like fne chiseling and driving
miniature screws), opt for single-handle
tools whose grips fall within the 1/4- to
1/2-inch range. The smaller diameter
handles make it easy to comfortably grip
tools between the fngertips without over-
exerting fngers, knuckle joints or hand
muscles.
Just as grip diameter affects work with
single-handle tools, the grip span of pli-
ers, snips, cable cutters and other double-
handle tools can either make your job
easier or cause hand fatigue. For maxi-
mum comfort and effciency for tasks
requiring more force (like gripping with
large pliers, cutting wires, or snipping
through sheet metal), choose tools with
a maximum open grip span of 3 1/2
inches, and a closed grip span no less
than 2 inches across.
Detailed jobs involving grasping small
parts and components with pincers, twee-
zers or tongs are best done with double-
handle tools whose grip spans range from
no less than 1 inch (closed) to no more
than 3 inches (open).
When a work space is tight but the task
at hand requires a good deal of force, opt
for power grip tools (with handle diam-
eters from 1 1/4 to 2 inches), which are
grasped with the entire hand instead of
just pinched between the fngertips. This
type of grip lets you fnish the job in far
less time, with far less physical stress.
Tool length should also be matched to
space constraints. Excessively long tools
can force you to assume awkward work
postures and wrist positions when youre
trying to reach components in cramped
areas. Instead, choose short-handled tools
that give you the freedom to meet the tar-
get work area directly, while keeping your
wrist straight.
The palms of your hands are full of pres-
sure-sensitive nerves and blood vessels,
and in order to avoid damaging these
during high-force tasks, its important to
make sure that the handles of your tools
are long enough that their ends wont
press into your palms. To measure, hold
your hand palm-up, with fngers together
and thumb against the side of your hand.
As long as the tools handle is longer
than the widest part of your hand (the
span from the outer edge of your pinkie
to the outer edge of your thumb), its safe
to use. GOMC
Safety First
Tool Rules
Ergonomics should play a role in choosing the
right hand tool for the work youll perform with it
By Paul Holstein
D
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Paul Holstein is the co-founder and COO of
CableOrganizer.com. He may be reached through the
companys website located at www.CableOrganizer.com.
Ergonomics is the science of designing and
producing tools, furniture and other work-related
implements to improve a workers efciency while
reducing discomfort, fatigue and risk of injury.
Paul Holstein
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PumP SolutionS GrouP
launcheS webSiteS
Pump Solutions Group launched
its new website, www.psgdover.com.
The site is part of PSGs One Compa-
ny-One Customer brand image. The
initiative demonstrates PSGs commit-
ment to one common voice and image
for all of its pump brands. The company also launched new sites for Blackmer
(www.blackmer.com), Neptune (www.neptune1.com), Wilden (www.wilden-
pump.com), EnviroGear (www.envirogearpump.com), Griswold Pump Co.
(www.griswoldpump.com) and Mouvex (www.mouvex.com) as well as a new
corporate brochure.
Sor achieveS iP68 ratinG,
nameS rePreSentativeS
SOR Inc. achieved IP68 rating in up to 100 feet of continuous submersion
for its 805PT electronic pressure transmitter. The rating ensures protection
against dust and moisture. SOR also named two representatives to serve the
Midwest. Duncan Co. will cover Minnesota and North and South Dakota.
Miller Mechanical Specialties will be the Nebraska representative for SORs
level, pressure, temperature, fow measurement and control devices.
rohr acquireS iDreco aSSetS
Rohr International Dredge Holdings Inc., subsidiary of Ellicott Dredge
Enterprises, acquired the principal business assets of IDRECO GmbH, in-
cluding its current backlog, inventory and all associated intellectual property.
IDRECO will remain based in Heerenberg, The Netherlands, and operate as
a newly formed subsidiary of Rohr International Dredge Holdings, named
IDRECO B.V.
Gennx360 caPital PartnerS acquireS Schramm
GenNx360 Capital Partners partnered with company management to
acquire Schramm Inc., a West Chester, Pa.-based manufacturer of mobile,
land-based drilling rigs. Capital Partners is a private equity frm that focuses
on opportunities in the oil and gas services sector and is headquartered in
New York with offces in Seattle and Boston.
oriGinoil extractS alGae
from ProDuceD water
OriginOil has successfully tested its Single Step Extraction process to
remove solids, soluble organics and emulsifed liquids from water in a single,
chemical-free, low-energy step. Currently used in the algae sector, oil and gas
companies, by applying the same principle, may be able to extract harmful
chemicals and petrochemicals from produced water.
leonarD Green acquireS tank holDinG corP.
Leonard Green & Partners acquired Tank Holding Corp., including
polyethylene tank manufacturers Snyder Industries and Norwesco. THCs
executive management team, co-CEOs Tom Smith and Tom OConnell, are
investors in the transaction and will continue to lead the company.
GribbinS winS toyota Safety awarD
Gribbins Insulation, Evansville, Ind., received the Supplier Safety Award
from Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing North America. Gribbins
was selected based on its ability to meet and exceed Toyota safety expecta-
tions in 2011.
D&w DieSel acquireS
fleetSource
D&W Diesel purchased the
assets of the Fleetsource Co. in
Clifford, N.J. This is the third Fleet-
source location acquired by the re-
manufacturer of diesel engine com-
ponents and tank truck equipment.
reD valve offerS
ProDuct cataloG
Red Valves 28-page condensed catalog includes
the latest information on its quality pinch valves, Tide-
fex check valves, non-clogging air diffusers, Redfex
expansion joints and other fow control products. The
catalog includes product dimensions and applications.
ParcelPoint SPatial Data
exPanDS GeoGraPhic coveraGe
ParcelPoint spatial data expanded its geographic coverage to 131 million
unique parcels. Boundaries and points are used to identify the exact geographic
locations of individual properties for routing, mapping and assessing feld assets
by the oil and gas industry and pipeline companies. The database covers 2,296
counties in the United States, representing 93.6 percent of the U.S. population,
and is updated quarterly.
ruGby launcheS
interactive webSite
Rugby Mfg. launched an interac-
tive website, www.rugbymfg.com, fea-
turing its complete line of Class 3-7
dump truck bodies, landscape bod-
ies, platform bodies, truck and trailer
hoists, related truck equipment and
accessories.
Greater yielD nameS roSenblum
to heaD enerGy Sector
Greater Yield, a Dallas-based provider of transformation solutions, added a
specialty practice to service the energy industry under Paul Rosenblum, senior
knowledge leader. The companys energy practice will serve the petroleum and
renewable energy sectors, including equipment, materials and service compa-
nies in its supply chain.
coxreelS moveS to new
manufacturinG facility
Coxreels moved to a new manufacturing facility in Tempe, Ariz. The
location provides about 50 percent more production space for its fabrication,
machine and welding departments.
Duoline offerS
lininG SyStemS viDeo
Duoline Technologies, provider of fberglass internal lining systems,
offers a video that demonstrates how the life of oilfeld tubulars can be
extended in corrosive environments (www.duoline.com/ContentGather.
cfm?navid=23&sublinkid=86). The video also includes information on the
proper installation of the liner.
Industry News
vac-con launcheS municiPal,
contractor webSite
Vac-Con launched a new website (www.
vac-con.com) for the municipal and contractor
markets. The site includes product demonstra-
tions, equipment photos and product informa-
tion as well as dealer information pages.
hanSon PreSSure PiPe
exPanDS manufacturinG facilitieS
Hanson Pressure Pipe expanded the manufacturing facilities at its Palat-
ka, Fla., plant. The expansion enables the facility to produce larger-diameter,
longer-laying lengths of B-303 bar-wrapped concrete cylinder pipe.
GSe environmental
featureD on worlDS GreateSt!...
GSE Environmental, manufacturer and provider of geosynthetic lining
products and services, was featured on the Worlds Greatest!... television show
on the ION Television Network. The show focuses on how the company pro-
vides environmental solutions to its customers. The episode aired in June and
can be viewed at www.gseworld.com.
ervin equiPment exPanDS ServiceS
Ervin Equipment, supplier of new and pre-owned transportation equip-
ment, expanded its services and expertise to better serve the oil and gas
industry across the United States, including the Bakken region, Utica Shale,
Eagle Ford Shale and Marcellus Shale. Ervins equipment feet includes vac-
uum trailers, pneumatic trailers, belly dumps, tanks, fatbeds and removable
gooseneck trailers.
imPerial inDuStrieS hoStS
wlwca traininG SeSSionS
Imperial Industries held training sessions for the Summer Conference
of the Wisconsin Liquid Waste Carriers Association (WLWCA). Groups of
12-15 guests rotated among six training sites throughout the day. The event
was sponsored by Imperial Industries, V & H Inc., Mid-State Truck, V & H
Automotive and National Vacuum Equipment.
arieS nameS SoutheaStern
equiPment ohio DiStributor
Aries Industries named Southeastern Equipment Co. a distributor for its
pipeline inspection and rehabilitation equipment in Ohio. The line includes
pipeline and sewer cameras, deep well and bore hole cameras, lateral rein-
statement cutters and sealing/grout systems, as well as surveying equipment.
orenco launcheS multilinGual web Portal
Orenco Systems added a multilingual Web portal, translated into Portu-
guese and Spanish and soon to include French, to its website, www.orenco.
com. The Web portal includes links to translations of key product brochures.
alfa laval acquireS Gamajet
Alfa Laval acquired Gamajet Cleaning Systems, forming a new company,
Alfa Laval Tank Equipment Inc. It will operate as Gamajet Cleaning Systems
and remain in Exton, Pa. Robert Delaney, president of Gamajet, was named
president of the new company. Alfa Lavals existing line of tank cleaning
equipment, Toftejorg, was absorbed by the new company for North America.
Sales, support and service of Toftejorg equipment will be handled at Gamajets
Exton offce. GOMC
Send in your industry news
Send your companys latest business news to editor@gomcmag.com.
Newsworthy items may include business expansion, honors and awards, new
contract announcements, employee promotions and executive hires, and new
services. You may send high-resolution digital photos with the news releases.
tell uS
what iS new!
November 2012 - www.gomcmag.com GOMC 53
PumP SolutionS GrouP
launcheS webSiteS
Pump Solutions Group launched
its new website, www.psgdover.com.
The site is part of PSGs One Compa-
ny-One Customer brand image. The
initiative demonstrates PSGs commit-
ment to one common voice and image
for all of its pump brands. The company also launched new sites for Blackmer
(www.blackmer.com), Neptune (www.neptune1.com), Wilden (www.wilden-
pump.com), EnviroGear (www.envirogearpump.com), Griswold Pump Co.
(www.griswoldpump.com) and Mouvex (www.mouvex.com) as well as a new
corporate brochure.
Sor achieveS iP68 ratinG,
nameS rePreSentativeS
SOR Inc. achieved IP68 rating in up to 100 feet of continuous submersion
for its 805PT electronic pressure transmitter. The rating ensures protection
against dust and moisture. SOR also named two representatives to serve the
Midwest. Duncan Co. will cover Minnesota and North and South Dakota.
Miller Mechanical Specialties will be the Nebraska representative for SORs
level, pressure, temperature, fow measurement and control devices.
rohr acquireS iDreco aSSetS
Rohr International Dredge Holdings Inc., subsidiary of Ellicott Dredge
Enterprises, acquired the principal business assets of IDRECO GmbH, in-
cluding its current backlog, inventory and all associated intellectual property.
IDRECO will remain based in Heerenberg, The Netherlands, and operate as
a newly formed subsidiary of Rohr International Dredge Holdings, named
IDRECO B.V.
Gennx360 caPital PartnerS acquireS Schramm
GenNx360 Capital Partners partnered with company management to
acquire Schramm Inc., a West Chester, Pa.-based manufacturer of mobile,
land-based drilling rigs. Capital Partners is a private equity frm that focuses
on opportunities in the oil and gas services sector and is headquartered in
New York with offces in Seattle and Boston.
oriGinoil extractS alGae
from ProDuceD water
OriginOil has successfully tested its Single Step Extraction process to
remove solids, soluble organics and emulsifed liquids from water in a single,
chemical-free, low-energy step. Currently used in the algae sector, oil and gas
companies, by applying the same principle, may be able to extract harmful
chemicals and petrochemicals from produced water.
leonarD Green acquireS tank holDinG corP.
Leonard Green & Partners acquired Tank Holding Corp., including
polyethylene tank manufacturers Snyder Industries and Norwesco. THCs
executive management team, co-CEOs Tom Smith and Tom OConnell, are
investors in the transaction and will continue to lead the company.
GribbinS winS toyota Safety awarD
Gribbins Insulation, Evansville, Ind., received the Supplier Safety Award
from Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing North America. Gribbins
was selected based on its ability to meet and exceed Toyota safety expecta-
tions in 2011.
D&w DieSel acquireS
fleetSource
D&W Diesel purchased the
assets of the Fleetsource Co. in
Clifford, N.J. This is the third Fleet-
source location acquired by the re-
manufacturer of diesel engine com-
ponents and tank truck equipment.
reD valve offerS
ProDuct cataloG
Red Valves 28-page condensed catalog includes
the latest information on its quality pinch valves, Tide-
fex check valves, non-clogging air diffusers, Redfex
expansion joints and other fow control products. The
catalog includes product dimensions and applications.
ParcelPoint SPatial Data
exPanDS GeoGraPhic coveraGe
ParcelPoint spatial data expanded its geographic coverage to 131 million
unique parcels. Boundaries and points are used to identify the exact geographic
locations of individual properties for routing, mapping and assessing feld assets
by the oil and gas industry and pipeline companies. The database covers 2,296
counties in the United States, representing 93.6 percent of the U.S. population,
and is updated quarterly.
ruGby launcheS
interactive webSite
Rugby Mfg. launched an interac-
tive website, www.rugbymfg.com, fea-
turing its complete line of Class 3-7
dump truck bodies, landscape bod-
ies, platform bodies, truck and trailer
hoists, related truck equipment and
accessories.
Greater yielD nameS roSenblum
to heaD enerGy Sector
Greater Yield, a Dallas-based provider of transformation solutions, added a
specialty practice to service the energy industry under Paul Rosenblum, senior
knowledge leader. The companys energy practice will serve the petroleum and
renewable energy sectors, including equipment, materials and service compa-
nies in its supply chain.
coxreelS moveS to new
manufacturinG facility
Coxreels moved to a new manufacturing facility in Tempe, Ariz. The
location provides about 50 percent more production space for its fabrication,
machine and welding departments.
Duoline offerS
lininG SyStemS viDeo
Duoline Technologies, provider of fberglass internal lining systems,
offers a video that demonstrates how the life of oilfeld tubulars can be
extended in corrosive environments (www.duoline.com/ContentGather.
cfm?navid=23&sublinkid=86). The video also includes information on the
proper installation of the liner.
Industry News
vac-con launcheS municiPal,
contractor webSite
Vac-Con launched a new website (www.
vac-con.com) for the municipal and contractor
markets. The site includes product demonstra-
tions, equipment photos and product informa-
tion as well as dealer information pages.
hanSon PreSSure PiPe
exPanDS manufacturinG facilitieS
Hanson Pressure Pipe expanded the manufacturing facilities at its Palat-
ka, Fla., plant. The expansion enables the facility to produce larger-diameter,
longer-laying lengths of B-303 bar-wrapped concrete cylinder pipe.
GSe environmental
featureD on worlDS GreateSt!...
GSE Environmental, manufacturer and provider of geosynthetic lining
products and services, was featured on the Worlds Greatest!... television show
on the ION Television Network. The show focuses on how the company pro-
vides environmental solutions to its customers. The episode aired in June and
can be viewed at www.gseworld.com.
ervin equiPment exPanDS ServiceS
Ervin Equipment, supplier of new and pre-owned transportation equip-
ment, expanded its services and expertise to better serve the oil and gas
industry across the United States, including the Bakken region, Utica Shale,
Eagle Ford Shale and Marcellus Shale. Ervins equipment feet includes vac-
uum trailers, pneumatic trailers, belly dumps, tanks, fatbeds and removable
gooseneck trailers.
imPerial inDuStrieS hoStS
wlwca traininG SeSSionS
Imperial Industries held training sessions for the Summer Conference
of the Wisconsin Liquid Waste Carriers Association (WLWCA). Groups of
12-15 guests rotated among six training sites throughout the day. The event
was sponsored by Imperial Industries, V & H Inc., Mid-State Truck, V & H
Automotive and National Vacuum Equipment.
arieS nameS SoutheaStern
equiPment ohio DiStributor
Aries Industries named Southeastern Equipment Co. a distributor for its
pipeline inspection and rehabilitation equipment in Ohio. The line includes
pipeline and sewer cameras, deep well and bore hole cameras, lateral rein-
statement cutters and sealing/grout systems, as well as surveying equipment.
orenco launcheS multilinGual web Portal
Orenco Systems added a multilingual Web portal, translated into Portu-
guese and Spanish and soon to include French, to its website, www.orenco.
com. The Web portal includes links to translations of key product brochures.
alfa laval acquireS Gamajet
Alfa Laval acquired Gamajet Cleaning Systems, forming a new company,
Alfa Laval Tank Equipment Inc. It will operate as Gamajet Cleaning Systems
and remain in Exton, Pa. Robert Delaney, president of Gamajet, was named
president of the new company. Alfa Lavals existing line of tank cleaning
equipment, Toftejorg, was absorbed by the new company for North America.
Sales, support and service of Toftejorg equipment will be handled at Gamajets
Exton offce. GOMC
Send in your industry news
Send your companys latest business news to editor@gomcmag.com.
Newsworthy items may include business expansion, honors and awards, new
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538 CFM Built-in oil reservoir
Automatic Lubrication
Continuous duty pumping @ 21"
Ballast port cooling
Heat resistant Kevlar vanes
LC-300 300 CFM
LC-420 425 CFM
27" Continous Duty
29 PSI
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Built-in Final Filter
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JUROP R260
VACUUM PUMP
Automatic lubrication
364 CFM Built-in oil reservoir
Ballast port cooling - Brings fresh
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92% vacuum efcient
RV360 360 CFM - 3"
RV520 520 CFM - 4"
24" Continuous duty
Hi -efciency dual
fan air cooled
Automatic lubrication
Independent side mounted oil tank
Integrated 4-way valve manifold
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Dewatering
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2001 Green Mountain, 30-yd. dewatering box;
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2000 International 2554, DT530, E Allison,
3000 Vac-Con V350SH with Cummins die-
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debris tank, 800 gallon, perfect condition, de-
livery available. $42,500. 979-525-3164, TX.
(PBM)
Jack Doheny Supplies Inc. offers a full range
of late model combo units and DOT industrial
vacuum loaders. Call us @1-800-3DOHENY.
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north Star Commercial Credit: Commer-
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Call for an inventory sheet and save. www.
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rentaL eqUiPMent
Trailer mounted wet/dry vacuum loaders
available to rent or purchase at a fraction of
the cost of a vacuum truck. Weekly/monthly
rentals available. Industrial Vacuum Equip-
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toll free 800-331-4832, WI. (G02)
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2012 Peterbilt 388 cab and chassis with a
new 4,600 US gallon, carbon steel vacuum
tank and a RCF 500 vacuum pressure pump.
(Stock #4600) www.VacuumSalesinc.
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Pre-owned Presvac: 5,000 U.S. gallons, car-
bon steel, vacuum-pressure tank, mounted
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(Stock #3363V) www.VacuumSalesinc.
com (888) VaC-Unit (822-8648). (GBM)
New 4,600 U.S. gallon, carbon steel vacu-
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(PGBM)
New custom vacuum truck bodies built to your
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or shipped directly to you. New and used
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traiLerS-VaCUUM/tanker
Retiring: 2001, 3,600 gallon, 3-axle, vacuum
truck, 255k actual miles, one owner, CAT P.S.,
A/C, 18,000 lbs. front axle, good condition,
Transway quality. $41,500. Buddy @ 951-227-
5623, truck can work immediately. (P01)
2000 Shop built 800x375: 800 gallon vac tank
with power washer, heat, 375 gallon fresh
water, goose neck, 5 hours, Ford gas power,
pictures. $12,500. 970-250-4023, CO. (P11)
1992 Petroleum steel tank trailer (tag-a-long):
Same DOT code, 20 inch manway, 20 inch
quick opening clean-out, Masport H5, air-cooled
vacuum pump, Honda 11 hp engine, electric
start. $8,700. 516-250-9162, NY. (P12)
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2008 Sterling with a Guzzler wet/dry in-
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POWER VAC 5300: 3,250 U.S. gallon, car-
bon steel, DOT 407/412 regulations, vacuum
tanker with a Hibon PD blower, 5300 SCFM
with vacuum to 28" mercury, dump type
with full open rear door and a Presvac PVB
750 vacuum-pressure pump, mounted on a
2012 Western Star cab and chassis. (Stock
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1997 Mack RD688S, ReMack 350 (2004
New), Presvac Powervac, 3,500 gallon (2
comp.) 2,500 waste/ 1,000 water high-dump.
(Stock #3131V) www.VacuumSalesinc.
com, (888) VaC-Unit (822-8648). (GBM)
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only 64,000 miles with under 700 hours
on a Hibon 27" blower. ...........$155,000
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