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editor’s notebook: keePing the best and brightest A combination of advancement opportunities, financial incentives and industry image building will help you hold on to star employees. - Jim Kneiszel
12 building the business: iMProve Quality First Not that you should give up your marketing budget, but improving your service is the first step to landing more customers. - Dan Coughlin 14 on the Money: the “s” has it When it’s time to incorporate, the S Corporation form offers a number of advantages – and raises a few caution flags, too. - Erik Gunn
18 ContraCtor Profile: take it to the limit Specializing in the design, installation and operation of containerized wastewater treatment systems, Canadian Shield beats harsh weather and meets tough environmental standards in the Great White North. - Peter Kenter 28 Product rounduP: dePendability on the line When it comes to moving slurry, recirculating drilling fluids or handling high heads, there’s a pump with the power and precision to get the job done. - Ed Wodalski
36 tech PersPectives: Move that Material GOM support service contractors demand more reliable and powerefficient slurry pumps to keep pace with recent advances in many areas of resource processing. - Peter Kenter
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26 Money Machines: he’s Mr. clean With his Hot and Mighty General mobile jetting system in tow, support services contractor Trenton Meyer is an oilrig-washing master. - Ken Wysocky 34 saFety First: it’s serious business In considering trench safety, it’s important to remember that in cave-ins, earth is not friendly. - Ted J. Rulseh 40 Product neWs Spotlight: Versatile Low Rider Trailer Allows for Larger Loads - Ed Wodalski 44 industry neWs
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Keeping the Best and Brightest A combination of advancement opportunities, financial incentives and industry image building will help you hold on to star employees By Jim Kneiszel, Editor
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good employees, or simply can’t keep them motivated enough to turn them into bigtime company assets. You’d like to think every one of your employees is just as motivated as you are to get up in the morning and do a good job every day. But that’s just not realistic. Nobody will work as long, as hard and carefully as the business owner. That’s just the way it is and it’s never going to change. So what can you do to light a fire under the butts of your best employees? How can you convince a young technician that the GOM sectors—and your company, in particular—offer a long-term career option worth pursuing? Here’s a recipe for success to gain a greater commitment to excellence
cal certification opportunities. Involve your workers with trade groups and hook them up with top technicians in related fields. Let them network with professionals in related industries. Take your best employees along to the Pumper & Cleaner Environmental Expo International. I’ve heard the story many times of contractors who brought a young employee to the Expo as a reward for hard work. The employee is amazed by the breadth and depth of environmental and support service opportunities, the quality of the other technicians he’s met, and blown away by the equipment and technology on display. Seeing the spectacle of the Expo can transform a guy who works in the oil fields into an environmental professional. Show them the money. If they’re truly professionals, pay them like professionals. Take a good, hard look at how you’re rewarding employees financially and compare your company to other employers you encounter in the field. Put yourself in your employee’s place; would you be excited by the wages you pay? Sweetening the money pot doesn’t have to mean strictly paying more per hour or per week. In fact, creative ways to build
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type of program for a special employee who you deem is critical to the long-term success of your company. The other way to pay great employees is through a Cadillac benefits package. In these days of soaring health insurance costs, this is easier said than done. But if you can provide health insurance, life insurance or vacation benefits that beat other companies in your area, it might convince top workers to stay put. Better pay and benefits than they can find elsewhere for similar work is often aptly referred to as “golden handcuffs.” Pile on the responsibilities. The next time you purchase a new piece of equipment, involve your top-notch operator in the process, and turn the keys over to him when the rig arrives. Show your loyalty in the form of a sweet ride (don’t skimp on the comfort features) and your driver is likely to show more loyalty to you. As an added benefit, a worker is likelier to pamper a dedicated rig, and his “ownership” of the truck will show other employees what’s possible if they dedicate themselves to the job. Maybe there’s a new service you’ve been itching to add to your offerings. Don’t take on the task of training, marketing and equipping your employees by yourself. This might be the perfect opportunity to ask your top performer to step up and help in the effort. Let the employee study the market for the new service. Give him the time to research the equipment you’ll need to do the job right. When the time comes to ramp up the new service, ask the employee to coordinate training sessions for other workers. Soon the motivated worker will be running that division of the company and thriving on management responsibilities.
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Improve QualIty FIrst Not that you should give up your marketing budget, but improving your service is the first step to landing more customers By Dan Coughlin
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he Disney Company re-releases a 50-year-old animated film, and it makes millions. Apple creates a cell phone, and the world holds its breath. Toyota makes a hybrid car when gas prices are high and the Prius becomes a legend.
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PERFORMANCE VS. MARKETING If you only have $10,000 to improve your business, should you pour it into a marketing initiative or a performance initiative? I vote for improving performance every time. The long-term payback can be extraordinary. Just like in any business, the quality you provide to customers in gas, oil and mining support services is the value they receive from your service. Quality refers to number of mistakes per million parts in a manufacturing process. It also refers to the refreshing taste of a dessert at a frozen custard stand and the speed with which a pizza is delivered and the friendliness of a hostess at a local restau-
Apple, Disney, and Starbucks first created incredible quality, and then they became known for that quality. Notice: high quality first, great brand second. The brand attracts and keeps lots and lots of great customers, but you can’t successfully advertise what doesn’t exist. The same method for enhancing quality can be used no matter what business you are in. Here are four steps to creating breakthrough quality: Define the performance business you are in. The quality of Disney/Pixar Animation Studio is wrapped up in visually appealing and emotionally appealing films. When Pixar’s standard of quality became dramatically greater than that of Disney’s animated films, Disney bought them out and put them in charge. What performance are customers looking for from you? Do your customers desire you to deliver faster (FedEx), break down less often (Toyota), or make the purchasing
Customers have an interesting way of keeping companies grounded in reality. Just in case you thought about coasting on past performances, remember that customers don’t care about past performance. Continue to talk to customers about how you can provide better service and keep their business. rant. Just as it is in these businesses, your marketing theme will soon be ridiculed if the actual performance doesn’t live up to the promises made. Here’s a phrase-association game. What do you think of when you read the following: An amazingly well-designed, user-friendly computer … Entertainment for all members of the family … A cup of coffee so delicious it feels like a reward… 12
are we doing really well, what are we average or below average at compared to the competition, and how could we perform better for you?” If you ask 15 customers, you will start to get an idea about the quality of your performance. Then check out your competition. Study the performance they are delivering. Look at it from the customer’s point of view. What is the competition doing better than you right now? Focus on only two points. As you work to enhance quality, focus on only two points: the quality of the service of the best company you know about in GOM support services, and a level of service just a bit better than what you provide. What makes the best service provider you know so good? That is the only point that matters to customers. They want to be with the best of the best. Keeping those high standards in mind, focus your efforts on getting to the point just ahead of where you are right now. Each day move forward one step in terms of providing greater quality. And keep moving until you reach the spot just ahead of the top performer in the industry. Loop back with customers. Customers have an interesting way of keeping companies grounded in reality. Just in case you thought about coasting on past performances, remember that customers don’t care about past performance. Continue to talk to customers about how you can provide better service and keep their business.
process easier (Amazon.com)? Focus on the performance you are expected to deliver for the services you offer and business growth will come your way.
BUILDING REPUTATION Every time you increase your relevant business performance to customers, it’s like putting money in the bank. Customers become more loyal, they tell other people about the quality you offer, and they keep coming back for years and years. Quality is the real secret formula for long-term success.
Identify your current standard. So how are you really performing in the areas that customers expect you to perform in? Ask your customers a simple question: “In terms of our performance for you, what
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t’s not an uncommon occurrence. A man or woman with a great idea for a GOM support services business decides to take the plunge. The business is started on a shoestring at a home office, but as time goes by, it becomes more profitable, and more time-consuming. Pretty soon, the entrepreneur realizes it’s time to get the accounting organized. And because it’s just been a one-person show, it’s very possible that the founder has never bothered to incorporate. That can be a big mistake. It might seem easy just to keep going as a sole proprietor, but for the long-term security of your business, that can be a risky strategy. “For most small businesses, especially of the type that has income, assets of any
ration can raise capital for expansion and other purposes by selling shares. (Of course, that’s a complex legal process to be undertaken only with professional consultation and following rules and regulations – but it does expand your fundraising options.) Additionally, the simple act of incorporating can make your business look more serious and improve your creditworthiness to banks you approach for traditional financing. C, S OR LLC? There are three basic types of corporations. C corporations are the ones we most commonly think of – typically major corporations like General Electric or Exxon. While there may be specific reasons to opt for that
Incorporation of any kind will cost you something – in money and in compliance with the laws of your state and the federal government as they apply to your chosen corporate structure.
But the benefits far outweigh any costs in the protection it offers you. size and the need to designate a single person as president for contact with the public, a corporation is really the best,” says Richard Latta, a lawyer with the firm Michael Best & Friedrich in Madison, Wis. That’s especially true for a business that works in a field that requires a license, is governed by state or federal regulations, or will expose the owner to liability if things go wrong. Incorporating limits the owner’s legal exposure to the assets of the corporation. It also offers new sources of financing. A sole proprietor who needs to raise funds has no choice but to borrow money and pay it back with interest. But a corpo14
structure, small businesses generally don’t. Instead, they typically become either S corporations or LLCs – limited liability companies. Why? One big reason is that C corporation income is taxed twice: once at the corporate level, and again as personal income when it’s paid to the owner. Income from an S corporation or LLC is only taxed once, at the personal owner/shareholder level, Latta says. Another advantage to the S corporation or LLC is in how often you have to pay taxes. C corporations typically pay estimated federal income taxes (and state taxes, if they apply) every month. Many LLCs and S GOMC
corporations, like most unincorporated sole proprietors, pay those taxes every quarter. Deciding between an S and an LLC is a little more complicated. S corporations have been around a long time; LLCs are relatively new. For the most part, they’re pretty similar, but there are important differences. The law limits the number of S corporation shareholders to no more than 100 (with limited exceptions for families), and no foreigners, Latta notes. Also, S corporation shares cannot be held by an Individual Retirement Account, says Tom Ochsenschlager, retired vice president of taxation for the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. Violating any of those or some other rules can lead to disqualification of an S corporation. However, there may be some uncertainties about how much an LLC actually protects the liability of an individual, Latta says. While S corporations have firmly withstood attempts to “pierce the corporate veil” between the corporation and the shareholder’s personal assets, there are some states in which the strength of the LLC shield “hasn’t been thoroughly tested,” he says. For that reason, Latta believes the S corporation offers just a bit more security. But that may differ from state to state, so you should always check with knowledgeable financial and legal advisors before taking any steps to incorporate or change your existing corporate structure. A CAUTION ABOUT PAY – AND TAXES There’s another point about LLCs or S corporations that you may hear about from some advisors. But it requires great caution. Corporations pay out two kinds of income to shareholders. Shareholders who are also officers or employees may get paid in wages or salary. But shareholders also can get paid in the form of dividends. In the case of S corporations or LLCs, both kinds of income get assessed federal income taxes (and state and local taxes as well, if they apply). Wages and salary, however, are also subject to payroll taxes for Medicare and Social Security (FICA). Thus, it’s possible for some of your corporate earnings to come to you as wage or salary income, and other earnings, with a lower tax bite as a consequence, as dividends. But if you apply this strategy, you www.gomcmag.com - SEPT.11
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should do it only with the most expert professional advice. “It is a hot button with the Internal Revenue Service,” says Ochsenschlager. One key test is how much money you’ve invested up front in the business. A dividend, after all, is only to be paid as a return on investment. If your business hasn’t required much in up-front cash out of your own pocket for supplies, inventory or equipment, the taxman is likely to be very skeptical of your attempt to claim a dividend. Also sure to raise eyebrows at the IRS are artificially low salaries for shareholderemployees who could earn much more for their work out in the job market, and other income claimed as a ‘dividend.’ “If it turns out you’re working a 40hour week and only paying yourself $5,000, the IRS will come back and say that’s not right,” Ochsenschlager says. “You should be paying yourself a salary equivalent to what you’d pay someone else to do that same job.”
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THE BOTTOM LINE Incorporation of any kind will cost you something – in money and in compliance with the laws of your state and the federal government as they apply to your chosen corporate structure. But the benefits far outweigh any costs in the protection it offers you, these experts say. When you do incorporate, the S corporation is probably your best bet, at least for now. But make sure you understand all the rules that apply to that structure, and follow them strictly. Because the whole reason you’re doing this is for a smoother-running business and peace of mind. And that’s real corporate power. GOMC
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Specializing in the design, installation and operation of containerized wastewater treatment systems, Canadian Shield beats harsh weather and meets tough environmental standards in the Great White North By Peter Kenter
This system in Hamilton, Ontario, is designed to treat hydrocarbon wastes from an equipment maintenance shop.
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Located halfway between Sudbury and North Bay, in St. Charles, Ontario, Canadian Shield was founded in 1996. However, CEO Gerry Dignard’s interest in wastewater treatment stems from an earlier career as an employee of Agriculture Canada, the country’s federal agriculture ministry. “I was studying Cysticercus bovis, an infectious disease in cattle that is transmitted by human tapeworms when septic tank effluent is spread over land where cattle graze,” says Dignard. “That led me to start looking at wastewater treatment options and procedures.” The company initially began as an engineering consulting firm, helping clients to design wastewater treatment systems. Of particular concern at that time was the growth of cyanobacteria, or blue-green algae, in Ontario’s north. The primary culprit was the improper treatment of sewage from the resource sector, exploration camps and tourist enterprises. Dignard began to offer training in 1998 after a regulatory change that saw oversight of such sewage systems switched from the Ontario
Canadian Shield workers install a system to treat waste from toilets and showers at the Quadra FNX Mining site north of Sudbury, Ontario. Technicians can encounter harsh working conditions in the vast North.
“The resource sector is very specific in its needs. They want turnkey solutions that allow them to concentrate on resource extraction and refining. They don’t want to deal with environmental approvals and regulations if they’re confident someone else will take care of it.” Gerry Dignard Ministry of the Environment (MOE) to the provincial Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (MMAH) under the province’s building code. Leveraging its expertise, the company helped to certify wastewater practitioners, from engineers to installers, on the new regulations. “The interpretations of the new code became difficult for builders and installers who had never made a formal design presentation to regulators, so they gave us the task of presenting applications for approval,” says Dignard. “Once we had developed that niche, we began to design the systems themselves and finally to install, operate and monitor them.” Today, the company offers a full complement of design, manufacturing, construction and installation services to a broad range of clientele that includes the residential, commercial and tourist industry. The past five years have seen the company aggressively courting northern Ontario’s GOM sector with an emphasis on mining. Sector work has risen from about 10 percent in 2006 to more than 50 percent.
MMAH inspectors, engineers, and experts specializing in soil and crop management, erosion control, and biosolids/septage nutrient management protocols. The work requires local expertise. The Canadian Shield, which covers much of northern Canada, ranges from areas containing sparse soil to none at all. Environmental concerns vary from location to location and overlapping regulations – local, provincial and federal – determine restrictions on site design. Contracts have taken the company to the far north, west to Vancouver and east to Nova Scotia. Contracts include anything from simple sewage and graywater treatment for exploration camps in the resource-rich Ring of Fire region west of James Bay, to more complex projects treating tailings and process wastewater from mineral
OIL AND WATER With more than half its environmental work in the resource sector, Canadian Shield Consultants Agency maintains a small but steady client base in the oil and gas market, largely in environmental spill containment and soil and water remediation following accidental spills. The company is looking to expand its oil industry work by securing a maintenance contract with TransCanada Pipelines Ltd. to treat water used to test the oil pipelines before they’re commissioned. “There’s welding contamination residue on the inside of the pipes after they’ve been repaired or installed,” says Canadian Shield CEO, Gerry Dignard. “The company tests the pipeline by filling it, 12 kilometers (7.5 miles) at a time, with water. The law requires the water to be treated within 72 hours, then released to the environment.” Canadian Shield is currently designing a containerized ozone treatment system capable of handling the vast volume of pipeline test water. “With a pipeline three feet in diameter, we might need to treat up to two million gallons inside of three days,” says Dignard. “That’s a tremendous amount of water, but we’re up for it.”
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The Canadian Shield team includes (left to right) Simon Dignard, Andre Dignard, Justin Dignard, Pat Whissel, Dave Pye, Joshua Krul and Gerry Dignard. The crew works increasingly for clients in the GOM sectors, primarily for mining operations, and travels throughout Canada to design and install onsite systems.
processing plants. Clients include Xstrata, QuadraFNX Mining Ltd., North American Palladium, Gold Canyon Resources Inc., Lake Shore Gold Corp. and Rubicon Minerals Corporation. The law is strict regarding the requirement for onsite wastewater treatment. “If wastewater is moved, it can only be moved under a temporary moratorium before being treated and returned,” says Dignard. “That’s why onsite treatment is critical. As much as possible, the treated industrial process effluent is returned to the system to be reused. That’s more efficient because the standards for discharge to the environment are much higher than the standards required to reuse effluent.”
container or moved to a permanent building on the mine site. The relevant wastewater treatment regulations are outcome-based, meaning that any technology demonstrated to treat the water effectively can be submitted for MOE approval. While the detailed treatment regimens inside the units are a trade secret, the processes involved are well established. Essentially, the containers combine a number of treatment technologies working together to maximum effect. “For process wastewater, we often use ozone treatment, which causes heavy metals to precipitate so they can be filtered,” says Dignard. “We also use catalytic plates coated with platinum or palladium to neutralize some of the contaminants. The higher the level of contaminant, the higher the grade of rare metal used on the catalytic plates. To remove heavy solids, we run the process water through dewatering tubes, then treat the residual slurry. Any suspended solids remaining in the water are passed through a carbon filter and the pH of the remaining water is adjusted before it’s released to the environment.”
“We want to create something extremely robust that works as passively as possible. Trained personnel will always be in short supply in the north, so our ultimate goal is to build a system that works even when nobody’s there.” Gerry Dignard
Canadian Shield workers install a new septic system on a difficult island site near Thunder Bay, Ontario. J.P Dignard places a treatment unit using a Caterpillar excavator.
Toxic mine process water and tailings may contain anything from ammonia to arsenic, cyanide, hydrocarbons, heavy metals and other streams with high levels of total suspended solids. Some of the toxic materials are the byproducts of mineral refining processes, while others are found in the ore itself. IN A BOX To treat such effluent, Canadian Shield has recently begun to offer containerized treatment plants shipped in sea containers by rail car, truck, or dozer, or skidded along seasonal ice roads. The units can be operated from the shipping 22
The systems must also be fine-tuned to the mineral being extracted, the purity of the deposit, local geological conditions and the type of mineral refinement process employed. “If you’re mining copper or nickel as opposed to gold or chromium, that will make a significant difference in the type of treatment we engineer,” says Dignard. “Although we have reliable data about what we might find in a typical mine, each mine may have different characteristics. Gold deposits in northern Quebec, for example, contain more arsenic than elsewhere. Next, we need to look at the effluent stream and analyze the quality of the wastewater. Depending on the purity of the deposit, for example, more cyanide might be used to extract the gold from the deposit.” Canadian Shield builds most of the units in-house, sourcing major components from other suppliers. The company purchases Flygt pumps from ITT Water & Wastewater, or Myers pumps from the Pentair Pump Group Inc. with smaller pumps from other manufacturers occasionally purchased from supplier Wolseley Canada. Tanks are largely polyethylene—metal would corrode with exposure to some mine process chemicals. (continued) GOMC
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“The tanks need to be rugged, but who we choose to supply them is largely based on the profile we require to fit into the containers,” says Dignard. “Sometimes they need to be low profile, or fit near the top of the unit to take advantage of gravity flow.” Tanks are purchased from Infiltrator Systems Inc., Snyder Industries Inc., and partner company Premier Tech Aqua of Rivière-du-Loup, Quebec. The units are customized prior to delivery. Once hooked up to power and effluent sources, the company runs a pilot program lasting from two to four weeks during which time the treatment protocol is optimized. The treatment units include self-contained and self-regulating heating and air-conditioning systems designed to maximize wastewater treatment efficiency regardless of outside temperature. Canadian Shield is currently preparing a unit for Rubicon’s Phoenix Gold Project, located about halfway between Thunder Bay and Hudson Bay. “This one is being designed to treat a million liters (264,000 gallons) of process water per day, primarily water containing ammonia,” says Dignard. HIGH-TECH MARSH For temporary exploration or construction camps, or permanent resource sector encampments, Canadian Shield provides mobile wastewater treatment systems, dubbed the Ecoflo Biofilter, which were recently approved for five northern Ontario mining locations by the MOE. These units treat sewage and graywater. “There are probably 40 mining and exploration companies active in the Ring of Fire,” says Dignard. “For years, mining camps popped up so quickly that there was no time to measure the impact of these new activities on the environment. Our product is a response to the regulations that finally caught up with the activity.” Developed with partner Premier Tech Aqua, the containerized units employ a peat moss medium and bacterial technology, which breaks down waste into harmless components. Essentially, the system is a high-tech marsh capable of treating an average of more than 528 gallons (2,000 liters) of water per day. Specially designed for transportation to remote locations, the units can be delivered by road or helicopter. “Bacteria get cold like we do, but the peat moss generates heat which hastens the bacterial fermentation process,” says Dignard. “It’s a matter of adjusting the process to meet the requirements of the local temperature and climate conditions, so we can achieve the regulated outcome.” Once the effluent has been treated it can be disinfected and emptied in a subsurface disposal bed or surface pond. The first Ecoflo unit was installed in February at Gold Canyon Resources’ Springpole Project in the Ear Falls area near the Manitoba border. The unit was designed, manufactured and assembled at the Canadian Shield facility, then disassembled for component delivery. “We chose to install it during the coldest time of the year because the ice roads leading to the mine are only passable during the winter months,” says Dignard. “At any other time we would have needed to ship by air.” ICE ROAD DELIVERY Dignard personally assisted in the delivery, using company trucks on 100 miles of ice roads approaching camp. The company owns 10 trucks and cargo vans, mostly from the General Motors Co., with a 9000 Tandem by the Ford Motor Co. rounding out the fleet. “The weather that day was one of the nicest of the entire winter,” says Dignard, Tell us your story ... at -13 degrees F (-25 C) with Would you like to share your company’s success story sunshine and no wind. with readers of GOMC? In every issue, we feature a different contractor who serves the energy exploration Although the ground beor mineral extraction industries. Tell us about your neath the container would rebusiness or nominate another company for a profile by sending an email to
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At the Poldolsky Mine at Quadra FNX, north of Sudbury, Ontario, Canadian Shield workers place a concrete tank for a new system. The company is working on smaller systems that can be transported by plane and helicopter to remote locations.
the unit was placed on a platform that would sustain its weight when the boggy soil defrosts for a few brief summer months. “We were able to assemble the unit on the platform, connect it and commission it within about six hours,” says Dignard. “We have been sampling the system every week for the MOE, and so far it’s delivering at 100 percent.” The units must be pumped out when solids begin to accumulate. The company is currently working with Waterloo Biofilter Systems Inc. of Waterloo, Ontario on a turnkey biowaste solution involving biofilter “pucks” five feet in diameter and 18 inches thick. The pucks are made of fiberglass and contain more info foam cubes that process and filter up to D&L Concrete & Fiberglass 211 gallons (800 liters) of wastewater per Products, Ltd. day. 204/389-2651 “They’re designed to transport by www.dlproducts.ca smaller planes or helicopter,” says Dignard. Infiltrator Systems, Inc. “The design life for a puck is about 20 800/221-4436 years and up to six of them can be stacked www.infiltratorsystems.com together in parallel to treat additional volITT Water & Wastewater umes of either sewage or graywater.” 704/409-9700 www.ittwww.com The product is being manufactured under the direction of Canadian Shield Myers at D & L Concrete & Fiberglass Products 419/289-1144 www.femyers.com Ltd. of Winnipeg, Manitoba. Dignard predicts that GOM sector Premier Tech Aqua wastewater regulations will continue to 800/632-6356 www.premiertechaqua.com get tougher. In response, the company will continue to research new treatment techSnyder Industries, Inc. 402/467-5221 nologies and combine them with existing www.snydernet.com technologies in an effort to create the most effective treatment systems available. TransCanada Pipelines, Ltd. 800/661-3805 “We want to create something exwww.transcanada.com tremely robust that works as passively as possible,” says Dignard. “Trained personWaterloo Biofilter Systems, Inc. 519/856-0757 nel will always be in short supply in the www.waterloo-biofilter.com north, so our ultimate goal is to build a Wolseley Canada system that works even when nobody’s www.wolseleyinc.ca there.” GOMC GOMC
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Downtime is not an option in the gas, oil and mining sectors. Whether your next job is dewatering mines, recirculating fluids or transferring sludge and slurry, here’s an assortment of equipment designed to keep you pumping.
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The 6-inch, autoprime Primax CP150i pump set from AllightPrimax can handle up to 3-inch solids. Available in 316 stainless steel, 500 Bn high chrome steel and CD4MCu stainless steel, applications range from seawater transfer to the recirculation of fluids containing drill cuttings. The compressor priming system enables the pump to prime from a dry state with suction lifts up to 30 feet. The pump can be driven by diesel engines, hydraulic or electric motors. 703/519-4218; www.allightprimax.com.
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Hydraulic submersible pumps from BakerCorp are designed for high-suction lift applications, including dewatering mines, quarries and gravel pits. Ranging from four to eight inches and able to handle solids up to 7 inches in diameter, the pumps have an operating speed of up to 2,200 rpm and flow range up to 4,500 gpm. Features include unattended operation, rugged construction, variable speed and no electrical requirements. Biodegradable hydraulic oil minimizes environmental concerns. Safety features include high water temperature and low oil pressure shutdowns on diesel engines, as well as hydraulic system overpressure protection. 800/225-3712; www. bakercorp.com.
CAt PumPs Triethylene glycol (TEG) dehydration pumps from CAT PUMPS are designed to remove water from natural gas. Pumps can be electric/engine-driven, reducing hazardous air pollutants and lowering regulatory costs. Features include continuous-duty performance delivering 3.6 to 25 gpm at pressures from 100 to 2,500 psi and temperatures up to 240 degrees F. Options include brass or stainless steel manifold construction. 763/780-5440; www. catpumps.com. ChAndler eqUiPment
ChAndler equiPment Jurop RV Series vacuum pumps and CEI packages from Chandler Equipment are designed for industrial and energy applications. Both the RV360 and RV520 are available in multiple drive configurations, including either gearbox, hydraulic or belt drive. The pumps operate at 73 dBA and 18 inches Hg. Both pumps have a recommended input speed of 1,100 to 1,300 rpm. The RV360 has an output of 360 cfm at free air and 332 cfm at 18 inches Hg. The RV520 has an output of 520 cfm at free air and 466 cfm at 18 inches Hg. 800/342-0887; www. chandlerequipment.com.
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The PDS-100 valveless pump, available in single- and dual-head configurations, from Fluid Metering Inc. uses a single ceramic piston that eliminates the need for check valves. The unit is designed to pump acids and solvents used in the leaching process as well as sulfuric acid used for selective extraction of metal from ore and minerals. The pump’s internal components are both chemically inert and wear-resistant. Dimensionally stable ceramic components maintain drift-free accuracy of better than 1 percent. Flow rates can be varied mechanically by changing piston displacement or electronically by varying pump speed. 800/223-3388; www.fmipump.com. GOMC
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When it comes to moving slurry, recirculating drilling fluids or handling high heads, there’s a pump with the power and precision to get the job done By Ed Wodalski FrUitlAnd tool & mAnUFACtUring
FruitlAnd tool & mAnuFACturing The Model ELIM-ASM Eliminator pump package from Fruitland Tool & Manufacturing features the low-oilconsumption RCF-500LUF vacuum pump with automated oiling system, vane gauging ports, steel lines, antishock design, three primary cooling phases and integral air-intake filter for both vacuum and pressure. Other features include a heavy-duty mounting bracket, gearbox, coupler, oil-catch muffler, pressure and vacuum relief and fieldserviceable secondary shutoff. 800/663-9003; www.fruitland-mfg.com.
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giW industries The GIW high-volume froth (HVF) pump from GIW Industries is designed to work with slurry processes that use froth to help separate materials. The pump’s de-aeration system features a vented impeller and airlock venting to prevent airlock from the buildup of air bubbles at the pump entrance. Small holes in the center of the impeller allow air bubbles to pass through to a separate port. The port vents air up and out of the pump to normal atmospheric pressure. Any liquid that passes through the port is returned to the process tank. 888/832-4449; www. giwindustries.com.
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godWin PumPs The HS150HH Heidra pump from Godwin Pumps features cast chromium steel impellers for pumping slurries and sludges. The hydraulic submersible pump has dry-run capabilities and can pass solids up to 1 3/8 inches in diameter. A semi-recessed impeller for sewage and up to 5-inch solids handling is available. Other features include pump bearings independent of hydraulic motor and a double mechanical seal design. The high-head pump has a 6-inch submersible hydraulic side-discharging pump and diesel-driven power pack. The variable-speed diesel engine enables the pump to deliver up to 1,450 gpm and 280 feet of total dynamic head. 856/467-3636; www. godwinpumps.com. gormAn-rUPP PUmPS
gormAn-ruPP PumPs The Prime Aire Plus priming-assisted pump from Gorman-Rupp Pumps is configured for Tier IV engines and EISA electric motors. Available in 3-, 4-, 6- and 8-inch models, it can deliver up to 4,950 gpm, heads to 475 feet and handle up to 3-inch solids. Designed for both clear liquids and liquids containing large solids, features include externally adjustable running clearances on solids-handling models, integral seal oil chamber, ductile iron body and impeller, two lip seals and atmospheric vent for bearing protection, oil-lubricated bearings, fuel level monitoring system and the ability to fit other pumping installations. 419/755-1011; www.grpumps.com.
gPm industries inC. Verderflex hose pumps from GPM Industries Inc. are designed to handle abrasive slurries or sheer sensitive materials. Only the hose comes in contact with the pump media. With no other component subject to abrasion, there are no mechanical seals to flush, maintain or replace. The hose consists of a thick, resilient inner soft rubber core and harder outer covering with nylon-braided reinforcement that can withstand up to 230 psi. The inner core acts to cushion any abrasive solids trapped during compression and reduce wear. All pumps are self-priming and can run dry. Sizes range up to 350 gpm. 888/476-7867; www.gpmind.com.
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griFFin PumP & equiPment inC. Hydraulic submersible pumps from Griffin Pump & Equipment Inc. are available in axial flow and trashhandling models. Pumps range from four to 24 inches and can deliver up to 20,000 gpm and heads to 140 feet. The impellers handle up to 3-inch solids. Applications include open pumping, sumping, dewatering construction excavations and flood control. 866/770-8100; www.griffinpump.com. SEPT.11 - www.gomcmag.com
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The horizontal mounting HDP 250 L pump from Hammelmann Corp. is built primarily for the deep mining industry. The five-plunger pump is particularly suitable for mineshaft hydraulic support systems. Features include stainless steel pump head, cross head piston bellows seal, choice of application-specific seal assemblies, solid ceramic or tungsten carbide plungers, bronze or stainless steel suction chamber, crankshaft supported by three bearings with twin helical speed-reducing gears, and pressurized oil lubrication system with oil cooler/filter. The pump has an operating pressure range of 1,000 to 43,500 psig, flow rate from 8.5 to 200 gpm and power rating of 335 hp. 800/783-4935; www.hammelmann.com.
JWC environmentAl The Macho Monster Model 70000 two-shafted grinder from JWC Environmental features an extra-large cutting chamber for processing high-volume solids in heavy-duty industrial dry-grinding applications. The unit has two rows of 10-inch diameter, 7/8-inch thick cutters for grabbing large debris and 4-inch diameter hex shaft. The grinder produces 20,000 pounds of cutting force at peak loads. Custom-designed cutters are available. The grinder’s slow-speed, high-torque design can be configured with 25-hp to 50-hp motor mounted on corresponding 87:1 to 43:1 gear reducers. 800/331-2277; www.jwce.com. JWC enVironmentAl
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kiFCo Portable packaged pump sets from Kifco are supplied on galvanized skids for prolonged exposure to the elements. John Deere power units are available in 49 to 250 hp. Standard mount packages include the Berkeley B2.5JQBM with John Deere 4045TF285 that delivers from 150 gpm at 100 psi to 600 gpm at 120 psi and the Berkeley B4EXQBLS with John Deere 6068HF285 that delivers from 300 gpm at 100 psi to 1,200 gpm at 150 psi. Pump sets include fuel injection with governor, water and oil pump with oil cooler, 12-volt starter, alternator and instrument gauge. The trailer upgrade option includes 100-gallon fuel cell kit, single axle with implement tires, crank jack on tongue, two-pin stabilizer legs in rear and adjustable height tow hitch in pin or pintle style. The 100-gallon fuel kit also can be added to the skid-mount version. The kit includes dual 50-gallon polycarb tanks with Kelch cap. Other options include oil sight gauge and engine canopy. Custom generator sets are available. 800/452-7017; www.kifco.com.
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The LPP series of pumps from Larox Flowsys Inc. are made for heavy industrial use, including the handling of abrasive, corrosive, viscous or crystallizing materials. Only the hose comes in contact with the medium. Pumps are designed to compress the hose once per 360-degree operating cycle, eliminating 80 percent of the heat and friction and requiring less glycerin to operate. The nonfriction based, eccentric rolling design enables the pump to run at high rpms without damage to the hose or casing. Other features include no gland water or packing, full vacuum capacity, no backward flow and in-pipe connection. 410/636-2250; www.larox.us.
loBePro rotAry PumPs
loBePro rotAry PUmPS
The SM68 positive displacement rotary pump from LobePro Rotary Pumps is made for sludge, mud and slurries. Rated for up to 408 gpm, it has a working pressure of 100 psi, maximum pressure of 120 psi and maximum speed of 600 rpm. It can handle up to 1/8-inch spherical hard solids and 1 1/2-inch spherical compressible solids. Weighing 260 pounds, features include ANSI 4-inch flange connection and 1.65-inch shaft diameter. 888/997-7867; www. lobepro.com.
mAsPort inC. The 400-cfm HXL400WV liquid-cooled rotary vane pump from Masport Inc. is design for heat stability and reliability. Part of the Plug & Play System line, the pump offers 25 inches of continuous Hg. Features include laser-cut 3/8-inch base, right-angle 1:1 gearbox, SureFlex coupling, horizontal scrubber, vacuum and pressure relief, inlet filter with 50-mesh stainless element and compound vacuum/pressure gauge. 800/228-4510; www.masportpump.com. mASPort
moro inC.
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Water-, fan- and air-cooled pumps from Moro Inc. are recommended for heavy-duty, continuous use in industrial applications. The pumps feature Kevlar vanes with visual inspection ports in the casing. They are designed to handle liquids, sewage, sludge, oil and pastes containing solids up to approximately 1 inch in diameter. Other features include high-quality Viton oil seals and low rotating speed for added life and high-quality bearings for low maintenance. Pumps have 29-psi positive pressure capacity, full liquid cooling system with forced circulation and external recirculating system. Models available according to needed air flow and tank size. 800/3836304; www.morousa.com.
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moyno inC. The 2000 HS progressive cavity pump from Moyno Inc. is made to handle viscous and abrasive slurry, slush and mud transfer in oil, gas and mining applications. Features include twin-screw feeder for 100-percent pump cavity fill rate, self-cleaning augers and wide-sweep pump inlet to reduce friction loss. 877/486-6966; www. moyno.com.
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moving WAter industries Rotoflo self-priming, valveless positive displacement pumps from Moving Water Industries are made for construction dewatering. The pumps, designed for on-site repairs with no special tools, have no air-/water-handling chamber with floats, compressors or vacuum pumps to operate or maintain. Features include bolt-together design that allows the skid to be converted into a full-DOT or off-road trailer. Accessories include swing joints, header pipe, well points and jetting equipment. 954/426-1500; www.mwipumps.com.
mth PumPs The MTH DC10, 12-volt, Leeson motor-driven, severe wash-down centrifugal pump from MTH Pumps features cast stainless steel parts and dry-run mechanical seal. It can continuously pump at a maximum pressure of 40 psi with a maximum capacity of 25 gpm. 630/552-4115; www.mthpumps.com.
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nAtionAl PumP And ComPressor ltd. The Pioneer PP108S17 10-inch by 8-inch pump from National Pump and Compressor Ltd. features the quick priming Ultraprime positive displacement vacuum system that evacuates 50 cubic feet of air per minute, while preventing material spillage from the priming process. Applications range from long distance water transfer to chemical recirculation and fire pump systems. The pump can pull suction lifts up to 28 feet at sea level and deliver 7,000 gpm at up to 76 percent efficiency. The diesel-driven trash pumps are capable of running dry indefinitely by using oil to keep the mechanical seal cool. Bearings are oil lubricated for easier service. Other features include sight glasses for oil levels in the bearing housing, vacuum pump and seal oil. 888/840-5886; www.npcrents.com.
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nAtionAl vACuum equiPment The heavy-duty 607 SV Challenger vacuum pump from National Vacuum Equipment is made for extended operation in severe conditions. Features include side-mounted, four-way valve for easy access, integrated filter to keep debris out of the pump, slotted end plates for crash protection, vane wear inspection port, diesel flush port, exhaust gas temperature gauge, four-point oiling system and remote mount oil reservoir. The pump is available in a fully assembled hydraulic drive setup ready for trailer mounting. 800/253-5500; www.natvac.com.
Penn vAlley PumP Co. inC. The Double Disc pump from Penn Valley Pump Co. Inc. is made to handle a variety of viscous and abrasive sludges and slurries on feed and transfer applications. The self-priming pump handles up to 2-inch solids and delivers flow rates up to 1,400 gpm, as well as high suction lifts. The pump’s trunnion seal design eliminates packing glands and mechanical seals for leak-free installation and sealed-for-life bearings. The pump can run dry and does not rely on close tolerances within the pumping chamber to generate flow. The repairin-place hinged housing allows servicing without disturbing the piping. Trial purchase and rebuild-exchange programs as well as portable and trailer mounts and custom configurations are available. 215/343-8750; www. pennvalleypump.com.
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Polylok inC. The 1/3-hp PL-200SP sump pump from Polylok Inc. has a 1 1/2-inch female threaded discharge, built-in check valve and detachable multistage hose adapter. The 155-volt pump has a maximum head of 27 feet and maximum flow of 42 gpm. Features include clog-proof propeller capable of passing 1/2-inch solids. The air-filled, oil-free 3,450-rpm capacitor-start motor is dynamically balanced with a stainless steel shaft and has a 5.4-amp rating. Thermal sensors in the stator turn the pump off in the event of overheating and automatically switch the pump on after it has cooled. Other features include three lip seals separated and lubricated by a grease chamber, built-in automatic level control with two-position manual/automatic switch and easily removable float cover for cleaning. The integrated switch allows for continuous operation in transportable applications. The bottom screen has bayonet-style clamping that allows for removal by hand should impeller inspection be needed. The pump is UL and CSA listed. 877/765-9565; www.polylok.com.
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rAin For rent The XH 100 4-inch pump from Rain for Rent is designed to produce extra high discharge heads for mining and dewatering projects. Made of 316 stainless steel or chromium steel, the pump can handle up to 7/8-inch solids, flows to 1,250 gpm and deliver heads up to 605 feet. The pump is mounted on galvanized skids or trailers to protect against rust and corrosion, and has a nearly maintenance-free surface. 800/742-7246; www. rainforrent.com. rAin For rent
seePex Progressive cavity pumps from seepex are designed for pumping catalyst slurries, closed drain liquids, condensate, corrosion inhibitor, crude oil, drilling mud, water and refinery wastewater. Able to handle up to 2-inch solids, features include low shear, self-priming and no gas locking, low NPSH requirements and stable flow. 937/864-7150; www.seepex.com.
smith & loveless inC. Above-grade wastewater pump stations from Smith & Loveless Inc. include vertical, non-clog pumps, controls, piping and valves installed on a steel platform. Pump sizes range from 4- to 12-inch piping, 1.5 to 300 hp and capacities up to 50,000 gpm with total dynamic head to 500 feet. Options include custom enclosures with climate-controlled work space for northern regions. Skid-mounted stations can be designed for pre-existing, customer-supplied structures. 800/898-9122; www.smithandloveless.com.
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thomPson PumP JSC Series Enviroprime solids handling pumps from Thompson Pump range in size from three to 18 inches. Featuring cast-iron construction with the ability to dry-prime and reprime automatically, the pumps are designed for flows to 11,000 gpm, heads to 660 feet and up to 255 psi. The end-suction centrifugal pumps can handle up to 4-inch solids and be coupled to U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Tier-compliant engines or electric motors. The compressor-assisted dry-priming system prevents blow-by from discharging onto the ground. Options include the Silent Knight sound attenuated canopy that enables pumps to operate at 70 dBA or lower. 800/7677310; www.thompsonpump.com.
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vertiFlo PumP ComPAny The Series 1100 industrial vertical cantilever vortex pump from Vertiflo Pump Company is made for handling water, corrosive chemicals and hazardous liquids. Applications include fines and slurry, solids pumping and sump drainage, flood control and process drainage to meet EPA and manufacturing requirements. Available in cast iron, 316 stainless steel and alloy 20 and 27 percent chrome iron, the pump delivers heads to 170 feet, operates in temperatures to 400 degrees F and pumps up to 1,600 gpm. Features include semi-open impeller with external adjustment, shafts to 5 inches in diameter and NEMA C face motor. 513/530-0888; www.vertiflopump.com.
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Safety First
It’s serIous BusIness In considering trench safety, it’s important to remember that in cave-ins, earth is not friendly By Ted J. Rulseh
r Ted J. Rulseh
emember burying a friend (or being buried) in sand while playing at the beach? Maybe that image is one reason why it’s easy to underestimate the danger of being caught in a trench collapse at work. Sure, the soil might cave in, but so what? Unless it’s a huge cave-in, you’d just dig yourself out, right? The reality is far different. In fact, it’s sobering. When it comes to trench collapses, earth is definitely not friendly. You don’t have to be in an especially deep trench to be seriously injured or killed in a cave-in. In fact, you can be seriously injured or even killed if buried in soil only to your waist. That’s because of the way caveins occur, and simply because soil is heavy.
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“A person buried in earth as high as his diaphragm, would not be able to dig himself out, and his chances of survival would be low. If the face is even partially covered, death is almost certain.” Trench Safety website
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“Unstable soil flows quickly like a fluid into the trench opening, exerting extremely high pressures on anything in its path. This creates a serious lifethreatening hazard for workers in the trench.” The momentum of collapsing soil could knock you over, or even break bones. Once you’re covered, pressure from the soil can hinder blood circulation to your arms and legs. Even if buried only to your knees, you would have GOMC
difficulty digging yourself out, and in the meantime circulation could be cut off. “A person submerged under only a couple of feet of soil would experience enough pressure on the chest area to prevent their lungs from expanding,” the website says. “Suffocation would take place within about three minutes. Even if the person is rescued in time, the heavy soil loads are likely to inflict serious internal injuries. “A person buried in earth as high as his diaphragm, would not be able to dig himself out, and his chances of survival would be low. If the face is even partially covered, death is almost certain.” RESCUE HAZARDS What’s more, once you’ve been caught in a cave-in, getting you out is a delicate operation that requires training and skill. Many victims of trench collapses are further injured or even killed by panicky co-workers trying to dig them out with shovels, or even heavy machinery. To make matters even worse, rescue workers entering an unshored trench face the danger of further soil collapses. That’s why, if the victim of a collapse is trapped but breathing and stable, the response team will shore the trench before finishing the rescue. Excavation cave-ins are a serious problem. The Trench Safety website says that from 1990-2000, 771 workers died in accidents involving excavations in the United States. “Moreover, for each excavation fatality, perhaps 10 times as many workers are injured, some of them with serious long-term disabilities. The real tragedy is that most if not all excavation accidents are avoidable.” The Auburn website provides an 11-lesson tutorial on all aspects of trench safety. If your employees’ work involves trenching, this website is an excellent resource for teaching about the hazards and how to avoid them. GOMC
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Tech Perspectives
Move ThaT Material
GOM support service contractors demand more reliable and power-efficient slurry pumps to keep pace with recent advances in many areas of resource processing By Peter Kenter
From oil sands to hard rock and phosphate mining and processing, slurry pumps do much of the grunt work required to move solids surrounded by fluids. today’s gom clients are increasingly asking for tougher pumps with longer service life, greener pumps that use less energy, and pumps that do a better job of handling high-volume froth, a problem that can stop operations cold. “as cool as we think slurry pumps are, they aren’t really doing any of the mining or mineral processing,” says nikki rebernak, market manager, giW industries, inc. a slurry pump manufacturer with headquarters in grovetown, ga. “think of them as a form of a transportation system that is critical for moving material from the source to and through the processing site, but not actually processing the minerals.” What actually constitutes a slurry covers a wide range of industries, since a slurry is any fluid that contains a solid. in the gom sector, that can include anything from mud to phosphates, oil sands, tailings or even large rocks surrounded by water.
BUILD IT BETTER recent developments in slurry pumps have largely been driven by improvements in other areas of resource processing. slurry pumps once operated without being the focus of the operation and maintenance activities – other equipment in the process determined the maintenance intervals. “the other equipment, particularly in hard rock mining, has gotten so much better over the years, that suddenly pumps have become the limiting factor,” says rebernak. “pumps will eventually wear out, but other things were wearing out or breaking first. now we’re seeing that call for the pumps to last lon“if you build an additional safety factor into a slurry pump it will not only cost ger, perform better and become more efficient. even more but will probably not operate the way you want it to. it may not operate before the economy hit the ropes in 2008, we saw resource customers expecting their pumps to be as at all. the resulting interruption in operations can be a catastrophe.” efficient as possible and to last as long as possible. as Nikki Rebernak the resource sector comes out of the downturn, it’s doing so with higher expectations.” the major wearing parts of a slurry pump are the front liner at the suction the market offers a number of slurry pump manufacturers producing side of the pump, at the impeller and the casing. these are the elements where lighter-duty units—designed to move silted water, process chemicals and other design improvement is helping the pumps to last longer, and to run longer light-manufacturing slurries—and heavy-duty pumps for high-wear processing before maintenance is required. applications. “For high-wear applications we build the pumps from a special formula“We pump anything up to rocks the size of a hard hat, spheres about 10 tion of white iron and look at special materials that will help the pumps to inches in diameter,” says rebernak. “But the only limitation on the material wear well under tough conditions, including exposure to highly corrosive and you can pump is the size of the pump’s impellers and the volume of the intake abrasive slurries,” says rebernak. “there are smaller parts around the packing passages. one of our pumps has a 110-inch impeller.” 36
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At left, a new GIW slurry pump awaits shipment to a customer who will use it to transport a variety of materials. At right, a slurry pump at work. GIW slurry pumps have impellers as large as 110 inches in diameter and can move rocks up to 10 inches in size. (Photos courtesy of GIW Industries Inc.)
gland—the packing around the moving parts—that will traditionally need to be replaced every few months. But these parts are the least expensive and easiest to service. We typically locate service centers closer to the hard rock or oil sands users who are more likely to require replacement parts over the life of the pump. other customers call on us only every couple of years.” the biggest change in pump operation over the past 10 years has been the addition of variable-frequency drives. “these were becoming more common in projects before 2000 because they helped to improve pump and process efficiency, while extending pump life,” says rebernak. “now variable-frequency drives are the rule and not the exception for large slurry pumps.” DESIGN FOR THE MATERIAL choosing the right pump for the right job begins with determining exactly what sort of slurry the pump is going to move. particular models target specific resource operations and are subdivided into pumps that achieve such functions as ore transport, mill discharge, cyclone feed, tailings transport and plant processes.
“We’re looking at pumps requiring much less process water and designed to pump much denser slurries, but that also means the pumps must be much more wear resistant.” Nikki Rebernak slurry pump designs vary along with the specific water-to-solid ratio, and solids size they need to handle. in many cases, these parameters are common to a specific market and the result is a market-specific pump design. common examples are designs for mill duties, hydro transport and tailings. “What you want to do is take advantage of the design to hit the pump’s ‘sweet spot,’ so it’s operating at the highest efficiency possible,” says rebernak. “But usually the slurry pump is the last thing that’s specified in a mineral processing plant. For example, the designers put in the crushers, grinding mills and separators first, then give us a drawing of that system and ask us to calculate the type of pump specifications that will give them a certain amount of flow to move the material through the system.” But rebernak says the most common error made by clients who want to spec the pumps themselves is ordering a pump with a greater capacity than what’s required for the job in order to compensate for any unforeseen design anomalies. “asking for an additional safety factor for a steel girder or concrete may make sense—it just makes the material a little more expensive,” says rebernak. “if you build an additional safety factor into a slurry pump it will not only cost more but will probably not operate the way you want it to. it may not operate at all. the resulting interruption in operations can be a catastrophe.” that’s because slurry pumps are designed to work at the previously mentioned sweet spot where two factors, the system curve (the head in the system) and the hydraulic pump curve (the relationship between flow rate and head for the actual pump) coincide. SEPT.11 - www.gomcmag.com
FLAWLESS STARTUP getting the slurry pump—and any other systems—to operate as expected—and do it the first time—has become increasingly important to the industry. “over the previous decade we’ve been seeing increasing emphasis on the ‘flawless startup,’ with no hiccups in the operation,” says rebernak. “that’s reflected in an exponential increase in engineering and project management, considerably more systems work and, on our end, a lot more work that includes such steps as preparing lists of available spare parts. the gain to the customer is on-time startup and fewer field changes. the cost to the customer is engineering time.” one of the most significant current design issues in gom slurry pumps is the way in which the pumps deal with high-volume froth (hVF)—air that enters the pumps, either because the original slurry contains bubbles caused by handling, or because air is induced into the slurry through agitation caused by processing. mineral processors, industrial mineral processors and oil sands operations all use air to process raw materials. “slurry pumps don’t handle air well,” says rebernak. “air collects at the low-pressure area inside the impeller eye and can eventually create an airlock at the eye that can prevent the pump from operating. each slurry pump manufacturer uses its own approach to get the air to move through the pump by applying physics to make it easier for the air to leave.” manufacturer solutions include making the mouth of the pump larger, changing the configuration of the impeller, altering the orientation of the pump from vertical to horizontal, changing the slurry discharge angle, and adding lines in the piping to remove air from the pumps. EFFICIENCY RULES giW’s approach involved redesigning the impeller with orifices that remove air normally trapped inside the impeller eye. a de-aeration chamber and vent remove the air from the pump unit. the newly designed slurry pump was recently employed at a phosphate mine and processing site in Finland. a plant expansion completed in 2009 was supposed to see phosphate production increase 15 percent to nearly one GOMC
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Product Spotlight Versatile Low Rider Trailer Allows for Larger Loads By Ed Wodalski
The Low Rider scissorneck trailer from Camex Equipment Sales & Rentals Inc. is made for transporting oil and gas drilling rig components and construction equipment. The trailer has a 36-inch deck height and is available in tri-axle, four-axle and five-axle configurations for 40-, 50-, 60- and 70-ton load capacities. The four- and five-axle trailers also have air-lift axles for less drag and tire wear when pulled empty or with a lighter load. “The advantage of the 36-inch deck height is its lower center of gravity, so there’s more stability,” says Wally Taschuk, director of sales and marketing for Camex. “We also have clients in the Pennsylvania and West Virginia area where there is a lot of old infrastructure – the overpasses and train trestles are built quite low and it restricts the height of the load you can haul through there. The lower deck height is advantageous in that area.” The trailer has an outside frame design with full-width, 7-inch, nonratcheting center lift roll plus two 7-inch pop-up split rolls at the rear of the main deck to assist with unloading heavy rig components. “On the frame itself we use T-1 or 100,000-psi yield steel,” Taschuk says.
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delta oFFers rod Base water well screeNs Rod base water well screens from Delta Screens Inc. are tested to meet or exceed ISO 17824 standard for burst and collapse and engineered to withstand the rigorous working conditions of downhole operations. Screens are available in 304 or 315 stainless steel and diameters from 1 1/4 to 20 inches. 713/856-0300; www. deltascreens.com.
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reelcraFt iNtroduces side-MouNt hose reels Series 4000, 5000 and 5005 hose reels from Reelcraft Industries Inc. feature a compact, space-saving design. The addition of a rigid side-mount allows reels to be mounted on either the right or left side. The heavy-gauge, side-mount plate has slotted mounting holes for easy installation. Right (top wind) or left (bottom wind) configurations are available. 800/444-3134; www.reelcraft.com.
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JeNNy oFFers two-stage serVice Vehicle coMPressors Two-stage service vehicle compressors from Jenny Products Inc. feature five models, powered by 5- to 18-hp Honda GX engines. Three models come with 30-gallon air tanks and two have 80-gallon tanks. They are available with recoil or electric start and are offered with three pump styles. The lowest capacity model provides 10.2 cfm at 125 psi or 9.1 cfm at 150 psi. The largest unit provides 39.5 cfm at 125 psi or 34.7 cfm at 150 psi. 814/445-3400; www.jennyproductsinc.com.
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“The advantage is you get the same strength but use less material, so it keeps the overall weight of the trailer down and allows you to carry a full payload.” The working deck is 8 1/2 feet wide, 53 feet long, features 2-inch oak construction and has a 10 3/4-inch, full-width tail roll. Covered wheel wells prevent mud from being thrown on the load and helps facilitate skidding equipment over the back tail roll. “These are load-bearing covered fenders made of 400 Brunel, which is one of the hardest metals out there,” Taschuk says. Other features include a two-position scissorneck with full-width tapered pickup throat and extended length gooseneck with two kingpin settings. “You can use this trailer as a lowboy, or if you scissor it out you can use it as a highboy to carry the long loads you might have,” Taschuk says. The scissors feature also enables the trailer to lay on the ground, allowing tracked or rubber-tired vehicles to be driven over the front. Safety features include four swing-out wide load lights, dual rear strobe lights, 14 pin pockets and 20 chain pockets. 780/955-2770; www.camex.com.
eNdress+hauser oFFers ra33 Batch coNtroller The RA33 batch controller from Endress+Hauser provides precise sensing and dispensing of liquids into a container or process vessel. It monitors flow, temperature and density. The controller can work with a single valve and pump in automatic or manual mode, or with two valves for two-stage batching. Two controllers can work together for batch mixing of two ingredients. It calculates the exact volume to be dispensed based on an analog or pulse signal from a flow sensor and built-in temperature/density compensation functions. The controller works in ambient temperatures of -4 to 140 degrees F. 317/535-1329; www.us.endress.com. GOMC
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New Pig iNtroduces uV-resistaNt sPill Kit The UV-resistant spill kit from New Pig Corp. comes in a 95-gallon container. Suitable for outdoor use and storage, the container includes enough oil absorbent mats, booms and oil absorbing pillows to absorb up to 40 gallons of oil without taking on any water. A leak-proof, twist-on lid and lift-out baskets ensure that the oil absorbents inside the container are dry, organized and easy to access in the event of a spill emergency. 800/468-4647; www.newpig.com.
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dust coNtrol techNology iNtroduces driBoss liNe The DriBoss line of wastewater evaporation equipment from Dust Control Technology includes ancillary components such as pumps, valves, controls, sensor and automation – all designed to withstand caustic and corrosive environments. The product line ranges from site analysis to remote-operated and computer-controlled systems, including weather stations and customized software. 800/707-2204; www. dustboss.com.
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Matrox graPhics iNtroduces dual-dVi FiBer oPtic exteNder The Matrox Avio Series line of fiber optic KVM extenders for graphics-intensive design and visualization applications in the oil and gas market from Matrox Graphics Inc. enables the user to secure the host computer in a climate-controlled machine room by capturing the system I/O functionality and extending it up to 1,000 meters over a single fiber optic cable. The series supports uncompressed dual single-link DVI or one dual-link DVI video at full resolution and frame rate, keyboard, mouse, stereo analog audio and multiple USB HID and USB 2.0 peripherals. 514/8226000; www.matrox.com/graphics.
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Msa oFFers oPir-5 gas detector The OPIR-5, open-path gas detector from MSA provides continuous monitoring of methane and propane gas concentrations. The system includes an IR source and receiver that monitors methane in both the 0-5,000 ppm and 0-5 LEL ranges. A 0-2,000 ppm and 0-1 LEL meter for propane is available. The factory-calibrated detector requires little maintenance, save for a periodic visual inspection, test gas film check and cleaning of the windows to assure dependable performance. 800/6722222; www.msanorthamerica.com.
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The Model SG1 portable single-gas detector from Detcon uses electrochemical sensor technology to detect and monitor any of five gases: hydrogen sulfide, carbon monoxide, hydrogen, oxygen or sulfur dioxide. The gas detector is controlled by a microprocessor that allows for automatic zero-calibration and span-calibration setup. During normal operation, the backlit LCD screen continuously displays battery life and real-time gas concentration in ppm. Weighing 4.6 ounces, the unit is housed in an ABS enclosure with rubber sleeve for shock absorption. Minimum battery run time without alarm conditions is 4,500 hours. 888/367-4286; www.detcon.com.
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suPer Products iNtroduces Mud dog 1600 hydroexcaVator The Mud Dog 1600 hydroexcavator from Super Products LLC is designed to meet the excavation challenges inherent in oil field, mining and cold-weather applications. The unit has a 16-cubic-yard debris body, 1,500-gallon water capacity and rear-mounted boom with 335-degree rotation and the ability to pivot down 25 degrees for eight feet of extra digging and access to hard-to-reach areas. The hydroexcavator delivers up to 18 gpm of water pressure at 3,000 psi in combination with an 8-inch positive displacement vacuum system that provides air flow of 5,800 cfm at 28 inches Hg. Features include single-engine design for lower fuel and maintenance costs and onboard boiler with 714,000 Btu/hour capacity. Winter recirculation, antifreeze and air-purge systems ensure performance in the harshest of climates, while the heated aluminum cabinet offers easy access and increased storage. Other features include a debris body that can tilt two feet for faster offloading and wash downs. 800/837-9711; www.superproductscorp.com.
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10. Pressure systeMs oFFers aNtiFouliNg traNsducer The KPSI Series 705 level transducer from Pressure Systems features a thicker diaphragm to further reduce material penetration. The nonfouling submersible hydrostatic level transducer is designed for highly viscous applications, including lift stations, slurry and pump control. The unit is available in custom level ranges from six feet H2O to 115 feet H2O with analog outputs of 4-20 mA or 0-5 VDC. 800/328-3665; www. pressuresystems.com.
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PE Squeeze-Off tools from Reed Manufacturing Co. compress polyethylene (PE) plastic tube/pipe to stop the flow of water or gas. Available in PES6 (3- to 6-inch diameter) and PES8 (3- to 8-inch) models, when used properly, the pipe will return to its original shape and normal flow rate. The tools reduce time spent looking for buried shutoff valves, reduce wasted water and gas and enable crews to restore service quicker. The “M” manual tools develop a clamping force for an operator physically turning a handle on a long screw. The “H” hydraulic tools use a pump and cylinder for easier clamping. 800/666-3691; www.reedmfgco.com.
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AlumiSeal brush-on methacrylate compound from IMPCO Inc. is made for sealing porosity in aluminum parts and welds that will contain liquids or gases under pressure. The sealant wicks into pores, seams and between close-fitting nonferrous metal surfaces. Once cured, excess surface material can be rinsed away with water. The sealant does not alter critical surface dimensions. The sealant comes in a 250-ml kit with a shelf life of six to 12 months. Mixing the sealant’s two compounds creates a VOC-free, low-viscosity, pale-blue liquid that can be applied by brush. Once mixed, the sealant has a pot life of one day. The cured seal can withstand continuous service temperatures of up to 356 degrees F and up to 150 psi. 800/779-2491; www.impco-inc.com. GOMC
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Industry News Ditch Witch Presents DealershiP, sales aWarDs Charles Machine Works Inc., manufacturer of Ditch Witch products, recognized its 2010 Crescent Club of top dealerships. Members include Brandt Tractor Ltd., Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada; Ditch Witch of Oklahoma, Edmond, Okla.; Ditch Witch of North Dakota, Mandan, N.D.; Witch Equipment Company Inc., Fort Worth, Texas; Ditch Witch Southwest, Lubbock, Texas; Ditch Witch of South Louisiana, Geismar, La.; Ditch Witch of Minnesota Inc., Shakopee, Minn.; Ditch Witch-Iowa, Slater, Iowa; Ditch Witch Midwest, Carol Stream, Ill.; Ditch Witch of West Texas Inc., Amarillo, Texas; and Ditch Witch Sales of Michigan, Howell, Mich. Garry Paschal of Ditch Witch Equipment Company Inc. also received the Ditch Witch Lowell Highfill Award for 2010, recognizing outstanding performance by a Ditch Witch salesperson for promoting and marketing Ditch Witch products.
control chief celebrates 40th anniversary Control Chief Corp. is celebrating its 40th anniversary. The company began as an eight-person operation in 1971. Today, the Bradford, Pa., company has 50 employees and designs wireless solutions for the municipal and mining industries.
GoDWin PumPs oPens california branch Godwin Pumps opened a branch in Poway, Calif., to serve the San Diego area. The 5,000-square-foot facility, managed by Nate Warren, has two 10-ton overhead cranes, six truck docks and four work stations.
bloWertech nameD north american Distributor Blowertech Ltd. was named exclusive North American distributor and dealer of Kay International, Fedrigo Systems and BORA blowers and vacuum pumps. Kay blowers are a bolt-in replacement for VTB and SIAV Hibon models. Blowertech continues to service all makes and models of blowers and pumps, as well as providing production machining, millwright and fabrication services.
stellar finalizes acquisition of Kiefer built assets Stellar Industries Inc., Garner, Iowa, finalized the purchase of assets of trailer manufacturer Kiefer Built LLC, headquartered in Kanawha, Iowa. The new company will be operated as Kiefer Manufacturing Inc. and will remain a wholly owned subsidiary of Stellar Industries Inc.
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Aquatech de Las Americas, subsidiary of Hi-Vac Corp., launched its new website, www.aquatechdelasamericas.com. Headquartered in Bogota, Columbia, Aquatech de Las Americas is a sales, service and training company specializing in sewer cleaning equipment.
Woma sells controllinG interest to Karcher Karcher GmbH & Co. KG acquired controlling interest in high-pressure cleaning company WOMA GmbH of Duisburg, Germany.
vermeer forms alliance With Pioneer one Vermeer Corp. signed an alliance agreement with Pioneer One Inc., manufacturer of horizontal directional drilling air hammers. The agreement enables contractors to access Pioneer One’s line of rock tooling equipment through Vermeer dealers.
ohio PositioneD to serve natural Gas inDustry Ohio’s proximity to the Marcellus and Utica Shale natural gas reserves, central location, logistic infrastructure, skilled workforce and favorable tax structure make it an ideal location to serve the natural gas industry, according to the Ohio Business Development Coalition, the nonprofit organization that markets the state for capital investment. In addition to a comprehensive supply chain, the state also offers a work-life balance with low-cost, low-stress communities and short commutes to work, the coalition says.
elastec/american marine accePteD into oil cleanuP challenGe Elastec/American Marine has been accepted into the 2011 Wendy Schmidt Oil Cleanup X Challenge. Internationally, 10 teams were selected after presenting ideas for a device that can pick up 2,500 gallons of oil per minute from the surface of water. The $1.4 million competition is designed to inspire innovative solutions that will speed the pace of cleaning up seawater surface oil resulting from spillage from ocean platforms, tankers and other sources. The top 10 teams advance to the head-to-head field-testing competition phase. The winning team receives $1 million, second place receives $300,000 and third place receives $100,000. Competition ends this fall.
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Hydro-Thermal Corp., manufacturer of direct-steam injection heaters, received the Governor’s Export Achievement Award at the 47th Annual Wisconsin International Trade Conference. The award is based on degree of export-related growth, innovative techniques and approaches that resulted in the company’s success and demonstration of extra effort in capturing worldwide markets. The Waukesha, Wis.-based company also was recognized as one of the top Wisconsin manufacturers by Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce and named a Manufacturer of the Year Grand Award winner in the small business category.
Scott Boak joined PureLine Treatment Systems as procurement manager at its headquarters in Palantine, Ill. Boak will work across all departments to integrate inventory standards and streamline ordering. He has 20 years of equipment and manufacturing experience.
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McElroy has added OPD Solutions of Norway and Gulf Services and Industrial Supplies Co. LLC of Oman to its network of international distributors. OPD is a distributor of polyethylene pipe in Norway, Sweden, Finland and Denmark. Gulf Services, a division of Arabia Holding Group KSC, is a supplier of industrial equipment for the wastewater, gas and oil industries.
stW resources acquires Jnc enerGy systems STW Resources Holding Corp. acquired JNC Energy Systems LLC and its two affiliates, Green Line Power LLC and TexRep7 LLC. JNC generates electricity from castinghead and/or stranded natural gas, providing power for oil and gas producers to use on site or sell to retail and commercial customers. Purchase price includes STW Resources stock and cash for the assets of JNC and all membership interests of GLP and REP.
coxreels exPanDs manufacturinG caPabilities Coxreels is expanding its manufacturing facility. The added space will enable the company to double capacity levels by the end of 2011. Scott Boak
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PUMPS - VACUUM Distributor/Dealer offering Direct Bolt-In Replacements for Hibon VTB and SIAV series blowers and vacuum pumps. Blowertech Ltd., 780-466-4716; toll free 1-866-4664716; www.blowertech.ca. (PG09) Buy & Sell all makes and models, new & used vacuum pumps & high pressure water pumps, and good used replacement parts. Call for an inventory sheet and save. www. VacuumSalesInc.com, (888) VAC-UNIT (822-8648). (GBM)
1995 International Paystar 5000 Vac Truck: Cummins M11, Fuller 8-spd., lockers, 340" WB, PTO, disc wheels, 22.5 tires, spring susp., 1995 Pesvac 3200 gal. tank, 32,000# max load, s/n: PVSDH-3200-0595 ................... $89,500 GBM 715-546-2680 WI
2004 Sterling Vac Truck: Cat C-7 engine, 300 hp, Fuller 8LL, lockers, 222" WB, PTO, double frame, spring susp., 18/46 axles, cruise, 109K miles $99,500 GBM 715-546-2680 WI
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1988 Ford L8000 Vac: Ford @ 210 hp, A/T, 81K miles, 6K hours, spring susp., spoke wheels, Vac-Con body, Cummins showing 1,292 hrs., s/n: V290T-0488186. ....................................................$22,500 GBM 715-546-2680 WI
Liquid vacs, wet/dry industrial vacs, combination jetter/vacs, vacuum street sweeper & catch basin cleaner, truck & trailer mounted jetters. All available for daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly rentals. VSI Rentals, LLC, (888) VAC-UNIT (822-8648) www.vsirentals llc.com. (GBM)
1978 Mack Vac Truck: Mack diesel, M/T, 10,500/19,040 axles, camelback susp., spoke wheels, 22.5 tires. .$24,500 GBM 715-546-2680 WI
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Mini Jet “N” Vac/Hydro Excavators. Perfect for: Vertical Hole Drilling/Pot Holing/Vacuuming. For details call 1-800-213-3272; www. hotjetusa.com. (GBM)
2011 Freightliner M2 112 cab and chassis with new 4600 US gallon carbon steel vacuum tank and Masport HXL400WV vacuum pressure pump. (Stock #13464) www.Vacu umSalesInc.com, (888) VAC-UNIT (8228648). (GBM) 2007 keith Huber king Vac: ..$18,500 GBM 715-546-2680 WI
2003 Sterling L7500 Vac Truck: Cat 3125 @ 315 HP, A/T, 55K miles, spring susp., 2003 Vac-Con V390LHAD, 3 compressor fans, 10’ telescopic boom, HS drive, articulating hose reel, hi-dump debris tank.................. $99,500 GBM 715-546-2680 WI 46
2006 Sterling LT9500 Vac Truck: Acert C-13, Fuller 8LL, lockers, 18/40 axles, 4x6 drive, air ride, 24K miles, 208" WB, 227" frame behind cab, 22.5 tires, engine brake, disc wheels, 2006 Presvac tank, s/n: APV-4000-0705-7052, 4,000 gal. tank, Masport pump .................. $89,500 GBM 715-546-2680 WI
Vacuum Tanks - New: Sizes from 1,9004,000 gallons. Great deals! Check us out: 3,600 gal. for $13,000 and 4,000 gal. for $14,000. All complete! Will make you a great deal! Delivery available. www.JEagle Tanks.com or Jerry at 800-721-2774. (GBM)
2004 Vermeer E550 Vac Trailer: 500 gallon evacuator, 725 hours, Duetz 4 cyl, 220 gal. water tank, mounted on 13' trailer. ........................................ $24,500 GBM 715-546-2680 WI
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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. com, (888) VAC-UNIT (822-8648). (GBM)
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