Since 1914, Elgin sweepers have been making roadways safer and more attractive all over the country. Over a century later, Elgin is still the top manufacturer of the toughest, most rugged street sweepers on the market. That legacy continues with the RegenX regenerative air street sweeper. This unit was designed with input from operators, public...Read More

That’s right — class is back in session!! Registration for Haaker Open House 2023 is now open. Click here to register today and claim your spot! This year’s Open House will be held on March 22, 2023 at Haaker Las Vegas, located at 4645 Copper Sage St., Las Vegas, NV 89115. Free CEU Classes Registration...Read More

No matter your industry, Haaker Underground has the right hydrovac excavation trucks to get the job done faster and safer. Our equipment from TRUVAC, Ring-O-Matic and Pacific Tek delivers prevision, service and dependability you can count on. Take a look at some of the industries we serve below, and contact us today to schedule your...Read More

We all know that even with the best training and most stringent guidelines, accidents still occur when working with hydrovac trucks. Even the most experienced operators can use a refresher from time to time. Here are some of the most common mistakes people make when using hydrovac trucks and tips to avoid them to keep...Read More

Need to dig narrow trenches to install cables, signs, pipes, posts or other underground utilities? Hydroexcavation is the best technique for accurate, precise slot trenching. Risks of Conventional Methods Traditional slot trenching methods were time-consuming and dangerous. Doing the work manually is extremely hard and poses serious safety risks. Conventional methods also failed at digging...Read More

No matter where you live in the United States, odds are that there’s an underground utility line positioned nearby. They are under the ground that you live, work, drive and play on. There are two key strategies for safely working around these underground utilities: calling 811 before you dig and using vacuum excavation trucks. When...Read More

You can make your next excavation project faster and safer with hydro excavation. When using a hydro vacuum, operators remove or move soil using pressurized water. Next, they might use a truck vacuum to transfer soil and debris to a holding tank. This method is accurate and non-destructive. It’s also a good technique to pinpoint...Read More

More than 10% of Americans have trouble hearing, but many people don’t notice it right away because the symptoms of diminished hearing often happen gradually. Understanding the early symptoms and signs can help you protect your auditory health and prevent future damages. Subtle Indicators of Hearing Loss The symptoms of hearing loss often begin gradually,...Read More

Ring-O-Matic machines are widely used by contractors for general construction site cleanup and for potholing (hydro excavation digging) to locate underground utilities. Precision utility location is an important part of the horizontal directional drilling process. Ring-O-Matic offers a wide variety of vacuum excavation equipment with collection tank sizes from 150 to 3000 gallons with CAT...Read More

Hydro excavation is the safest, most efficient way to reach underground utilities. Our hydrovac trucks let your crews complete their work without disturbing nearby surfaces, keeping your community and worksite safer. Here are five ways you can create a safer hydro excavation experience: Call Before You Dig Always call 811, the National Call Before You...Read More