Excavation work, especially when dealing with underground utilities and services, can be fraught with risks. Accidental strikes on buried cables, pipes, or other infrastructure not only pose a threat to the workers involved but also lead to costly repairs, project delays, and potential service disruptions. This is where non-destructive digging (NDD), specifically hydro vacuum excavation, […]
Category Archives: Hydro Vacuum Excavation
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Safety First: Why Non-Destructive Digging by Reveal Underground Services is Crucial for Underground Excavation
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Debunking 5 Common Myths About Vacuum Excavation
Vacuum excavation, also known as hydro vacuum excavation or non-destructive digging, has revolutionised the way underground utilities are located and excavated. Despite its widespread use and proven effectiveness, there are still misconceptions surrounding this innovative method. In this blog post, we aim to debunk five common myths about vacuum excavation and shed light on its […]
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What is vacuum excavation?
Vacuum excavation is a non-destructive method of excavation. If you are working in the vicinity of any underground assets and are looking for the most effective excavation method, it’s worth considering vacuum excavation. The method is non-destructive and allows for efficient and quick digging. But what exactly is vacuum excavation? And when can it […]
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Benefits of Hydro Vacuum Excavation
Hydro vacuum excavation is a safe and effective method to clear away soil from your building site. This method allows you to get rid of virtually all types of soil. It is also more cost-effective and safer than traditional methods, and it can even reduce the risk of property damage. If you are planning a […]
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How to choose which vac truck to use
If you need to hire a vac truck, there are a few things to think about. When it comes to performing projects requiring excavation work and non-destructive digging, vac trucks are highly versatile and useful in safely executing them. Hydro vacuum trucks are used to break up and cut the earth. It is done using […]
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Why are non-destructive excavation techniques beneficial?
If you are looking to dig a sizable amount of earth, it is worth looking into non-destructive digging services. There are various reasons why non-destructive digging services are an effective way to identify and excavate around underground assets. Read on to discover just some of the ways that utility locators use non-destructive digging techniques to […]
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What can hydro vacuum excavation trucks be used for?
As technology has gotten more refined, hydro-vac trucks have become more and more useful for a variety of different purposes. How does vacuum excavation work? Hydro vacuum excavation is a non-destructive digging (NDD) technique that uses specially designed trucks known as vac trucks, sucker trucks or NDD trucks. When working in the vicinity of any […]
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How vac trucks can help with clearing up after a flood
Dewatering entails the removal of ground water from solid material or soil. Construction dewatering is a process which is generally used on construction sites to remove excess water, as too much water being present at a site may compromise the structure under construction. It is a procedure which can be performed with a hydro vacuum […]
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Why is hydro vacuum excavation used?
For many decades, traditional forms of excavation involving hand tools, hydraulic excavators and backhoes were used to locate assets. Unfortunately, accidents and utility damages were quite common. To prevent this, industry professionals developed vacuum excavation techniques using safer and less invasive equipment. One of the techniques developed was hydro vacuum excavation. If you’re looking for […]