Resources

Tracked Vac Ex: The Safer, Smarter Way to Excavate on Modern Sites

Tracked Vac Ex: The Safer, Smarter Way to Excavate on Modern Sites Excavation remains one of the highest-risk activities on […]

Vacuum Excavation in Scotland

We operate with skilled vacuum excavation teams positioned across the UK, including Scotland and Northern Ireland, allowing us to deliver fast, reliable, and truly local support without the drawbacks of long-distance mobilisation.

Hydro Vac vs Vac Ex: Safer Excavation Explained

Groundworks mistakes are expensive. One wrong move can lead to utility strikes, project delays, safety incidents, and serious financial consequences. […]

Compact Power, Maximum Precision: The Mini Vac Ex Explained

Our Mini Vac Ex solution, the VC70, is a compact yet highly efficient vacuum excavation unit designed for precision digging in sensitive environments.

Why Vacuum Excavation Safety Is So Important

At Pier (UK) Ltd, safety isn’t just a priority – it’s a core value embedded in every aspect of our […]

Reusing and Disposing of Spoil: What Happens After Suction?

At Pier (UK) Ltd, we specialise exclusively in vacuum excavation, offering a non-invasive, safe, and highly efficient alternative to traditional […]

What’s Inside a Vacuum Excavation Truck? A Breakdown of the Key Components.

At Pier (UK) Ltd, we operate one of the largest and most advanced fleets of vacuum excavation trucks in the […]

Safe Digging and Excavation Practices

Promoting safe underground digging practices will help to keep your construction workforce protected and your project on track. Cable strikes […]

Benefits of Using Vacuum Excavation Contractors

Using vacuum excavation contractors to clear or move materials brings many benefits. Here at PIER, we offer both a self-drive […]

What is Suction Excavation?

Excavation removes earth or other debris. Suction excavation, also known as vacuum excavation, uses suction power to extract earth or […]

Our 100th Truck

15 Years of Growth in Vacuum Excavation Today marks a very special day at Pier UK, as it’s 15 years […]

How Does Vacuum Excavation Work? Process Explained.

Have you ever wondered how Vacuum Excavation works? Why continue with the stressful exercise of instructing your operatives to excavate […]