Where is the benefit?
Dec 03, 2023
Safeguard underground utilities & minimise risk
Hydro excavation offers a distinct advantage
over other excavation methods due to its non-mechanical nature, minimising the risk of damage to underground infrastructure such as gas and electrical lines, cabling, and communications substructures.
This method provides versatility, sidestepping issues associated with techniques like air-blasting, and additionally benefits from using water as a lubricant, enhancing the lifespan of excavation equipment by reducing wear on components like the vacuum hose.
So, where is hydro excavation most beneficial?
Construction:
Whether it's commercial and industrial facilities or residential infrastructure, proper excavation is essential for initiating construction projects. Traditional methods like backhoes can be time-consuming on large sites, making hydro excavation ideal for jobs of all sizes.
Plumbing and subterranean work:
The majority of pipelines and sewers are installed underground. Hydro excavation is crucial for effective and compliant subterranean work, where soil excavation, hauling, and restoration are necessary.
Landscaping:
Environmental enhancements, including beautification and planting large trees and flora, require minimal disruption to the surroundings. Hydro excavation is preferable for these tasks, as it allows for careful digging without damaging the area, aligning with the goal of beautifying the space efficiently.
Installations:
Road signs, traffic lights, signposts, and sprinkler systems all require ground excavation for installation. The use of high-pressure water to cut through soil ensures precise and accurate holes, resulting in time and cost-efficient installations.
Proudly Australian owned and operated, Excavac has been a standard-bearer in hydro excavation
and non-destructive digging
for over a decade.
From local governmental initiatives to large-scale road planning and infrastructure projects, our comprehensive surveying methods, coupled with non-destructive hydro excavation, leave no stone unturned—quite literally—when prioritizing safety.
Excavac
boasts an extensive professional client portfolio, encompassing numerous NSW electricity substations and projects involving underground high-voltage cables.
Serving Sydney Metro, The Blue Mountains, Southern Highlands, Illawarra, and the South Coast, Excavac has been a trusted name in the industry, government, and private enterprise since 2007..
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Due to its effectiveness, hydro excavation has become increasingly popular in construction projects. However, selecting the right vacuum truck requires consideration of a number of factors.
The advantages of hydro excavation are primarily centred on significantly reducing risks when compared to traditional methods like mechanical excavation, jackhammering, and drilling.
Excavating and managing underground assets is a specialised and crucial task that demands precision, expertise, and a deep understanding of safety protocols.
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