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

Utility locating, the process of clearly identifying gas lines and other buried utilities, is essential for protecting your excavation team from serious consequences. This important step should never, ever be skipped. Here’s why: Damaged Utilities Pose Serious Risks In 2015, a construction crew replacing water lines in Pennsylvania struck an electric line with their track...Read More

Have an upcoming excavation project that requires heavy duty equipment on a lighter budget? Our hydrovac truck rentals get you the equipment you need, when you need it, at a price you can afford. Whether you need a hydrovac truck for sign or pole installation, excavation projects in tight spaces, pipe rehabilitation work or a...Read More

Clear communication is necessary in any industry, but it is particularly important in public works. Clear communications are possible with Sonetics Wireless Headsets from Haaker Underground. With these headsets, your team can communicate instantly, eliminating shouting or shutting down equipment to talk with your crew. These are a great way to communicate and protect your...Read More