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system with a 5.5-gpm, 3,000-psi water pump—more than
enough power and suction for large cleanup jobs around
directional drilling sites and municipal locations, plus soft
excavation tasks such as potholing utilities. Its autoclutching
feature disengages the water pump when water is not in use,
allowing full system power for suction.
Even with all of its power, the FXT60 is one of the quietest
truck vacs in the industry—only 82 dBA sound pressure—
thanks to a fully enclosed, insulated and lockable power
pack.
The FXT60 can be equipped with an optional hydraulic
boom that extends to 14 feet, which saves labor and time and
reduces operator fatigue. Other options include a choice of
tank configurations: a 500-gallon spoils tank with a 200-gal-
lon water tank or an 800-gallon spoils tank with two 200-gal-
lon saddle-style water tanks.
To accommodate international markets, the easily accessi-
ble, curbside controls can be configured for left- or right-hand
traffic, which enhances operator safety and convenience. The
FXT60 also has a standard hydraulic door that opens fully
horizontal to maximize the efficiency of spoils removal.
The AirStream Cable
Blowing Machine by GMP
G
eneral Machine Products Co., Inc. (GMP) recently
introduced the AirStream Cable Blowing Machine
to its line of fiber optic cable placing equipment.
Specifically designed to safely install micro fiber cable into
pre-installed 0.196- to 0.708-inch OD micro duct, the Air-
Stream will place 0.098- to 0.433-inch OD cable at speeds up
to 260 feet per minute. This, along with its low maintenance
and high reliability, make the AirStream an excellent value.
The AirStream incorporates a tabletop design with easy-
to-use ergonomic controls for one-person operation. The
unit uses a double belt drive concept, backed by the latest in
servo control technology, to provide a secure cable grip with
precise torque and speed control. The pushing force, up to 44
pounds maximum, can be adjusted to suit the cable stiffness.
The AirStream uses compressed air to install micro fiber
cable into micro duct in both indoor and outdoor environ-
ments. Its electrically operated, double belt drive can be
operated in forward and reverse to propel the cable through
the micro duct. An electronic monitoring system provides
read-outs of speed and distance and includes an emergency
stop capability.
With the purchase of any GMP fiber cable blowing ma-
chine, onsite training is provided at no additional cost. Rental
and rent-to-own programs are available.
Compressors are also available to accommodate GMP’s
complete line of fiber cable blowing machines. Note: the
AirStream requires 110/120 Volt AC service.
Condux Tesmec Names New
Technical Service Manager
Condux Tesmec announced the addition of James (Jimmy)
Curtis as its new Technical Service
Manager. Curtis will manage the
development of training materials
and deliver onsite training and
instruction to Condux Tesmec
customers throughout the United
States and Canada
“Training and customer support
are very important to Condux Tes-
mec. Having a skilled Technical
Service Manager in place will help
Condux Tesemc clients achieve
greater levels of proficiency and productivity in the field,”
said Director of Sales and Marketing Jeremy Smuder.
Curtis brings over 20 years of customer support in the
development and administration of training and instructional
materials.
Sherman + Reilly Adds
P-2000X to Revolution Series
S
herman + Reilly, a leading manufacturer of power
line stringing and installation equipment, continues
to drive innovation with an addition to its Revolution
Series, the P-2000X Single Reel Bullwheel puller.
This new transmission class puller is equipped with a
175-horsepower industrial diesel engine capable of deliver-
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