October 2012, Vol. 67 No. 10
Equipment Spotlight
Piercing Tools: Equipment Spotlight
Piercing tools from TT Technolgies, HammerHead Trenchless Equipment,
Footage Tools, Hudco Mfg. and Allied Construction Products.
TT Technologies
The Grundomat piercing tool bores consistently on target time after time. It is constructed from durable hardened alloy steel and reliable machined components for maximum power and precision. Grundomat tools are also equipped with an advanced reversing system, as well as, an in-line lubrication system. Basic and deluxe packages are available with the Grundomat. Especially suitable for economical last mile installation, the Grundomat’s reciprocating stepped-cone chisel-head ensures high impact accuracy. The chisel-head action of the Grundomat tool is unique because it hammers away at solid obstacles. This two-stroke action means that the piston’s impact is concentrated on the reciprocating tool head for optimum boring performance. The Grundomat is available in 16 models ranging from 1 ¾-inch diameter to 7 inches in diameter, for horizontal boring distances from 50 feet to 150 feet. The Grundomat is easily configured to pull in a wide variety of new pipe materials. It is ideal for water, sewer, landscape and irrigation, gas, electrical and plumbing contractors. 800.533.2078, tttechnologies.com
HammerHead Trenchless Equipment
HammerHead Trenchless has released nine new piercing tool models. Included are two new previously unavailable tool models, the 3.5-inch Catamount Mole and 3.5-inch Replaceable Head Mole, and seven models with the new debris free tailcone designed to eliminate introduction of debris into the tool body increasing overall production and tool life available exclusively at your Ditch Witch or authorized HammerHead Trenchless Equipment dealer. These new piercing tools feature the industry leading Hammerhead two-year warranty coverage and are manufactured entirely in the U.S. 800.331.6653, hammerheadtrenchlesss.com
Footage Tools
All Footage Big Shots (pneumatic piercing tools) are CNC machined to exact dimensional tolerances from a solid billet of nickel chromoly steel and fully heat treated for superior strength and durability. The pistons are designed to withstand high impact conditions and treated with an anti-corrosive phosphate coating. Other features include an easily replaceable cartridge style shock absorber and a flexible air tube assembly to minimize internal deflection. Big Shots are available in 2”, 2.5”, 3” and 4” diameters along with a full complement of accessories. Now available with an industry leading 3 year warranty! 888.737.3668, www.footagetools.com
Hudco Mfg.
Hudco Piercing Tools travel under streets and roads while traffic flows uninterrupted. They have exceptional power to penetrate tough soils and move quickly. Contractors who install cable, pipe and wire underground use Hudco tools because of their performance, reliability and low cost. With over 30 years of experience, Hudco technology is responsible for producing the highest quality tools, parts and accessories. Hudco also has the unique capability to provide parts and repair service for many of the leading brands of piercing tools. With a large inventory of replacement parts and accessories, Hudco is known for fast, dependable service. 888.815.6559, hudcomfg.com
Allied Construction Products
Hole-Hogs open clean, compacted tunnels for pipe, cable, conduit or wiring at the lowest cost per foot, while the larger model 4000 is utilized in pushing steel casing under roads and railroads. Through continuous process of engineering refinements, Allied provides the construction industry with American-made, premium quality tools. Hole-Hogs have one moving part for easier maintenance and a one-piece body design for a stronger tool, which means you don’t have to worry about the nose coming loose. Other key features include a quarter-turn reverse, floating design striker, threaded anvil and tail design; and a quick-change whip hose. 800.321.1046, www.alliedcp.com
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