Vacuum Excavation Newcastle

Weight (tonnes)16
Width (m)2.3
Length (m)6.3
Height (m)3.2
Air Compressor4.5m3/min, 8 bar
Capacity (m3)2
Ideal ForSites with limited or restricted access or in built-up areas
Weight (tonnes)26
Width (m)2.5
Length (m)9.7
Height (m)3.8
Air Compressor4.5m3/min, 8 bar
Capacity (m3)8
Ideal ForFor medium to larger scale jobs where more material needs to be removed
Weight (tonnes)26
Width (m)2.5
Length (m)9.7
Height (m)3.8
Air Compressor4.5m3/min, 8 bar
Capacity (m3)8
Ideal ForFor medium to larger scale jobs where more material needs to be removed
Weight (tonnes)32
Width (m)2.5
Length (m)10.1
Height (m)4.1
Air Compressor4.5m3/min, 8 bar
Capacity (m3)12
Ideal ForLarge scale jobs.
Weight (tonnes)20
Width (m)2.55
Length (m)7.7
Height (m)3.2
Air Compressor4.5m3/min, 8 bar
Capacity (m3)4.5
Ideal ForOff-road sites where standard wheeled vehicles could not reach
CITY SUCKER

city sucker suction excavation lorry

Weight (tonnes)16
Width (m)2.3
Length (m)6.3
Height (m)3.2
Air Compressor4.5m3/min, 8 bar
Capacity (m3)2
Ideal ForSites with limited or restricted access or in built-up areas

DINO 4.5 TWIN FAN

Dino Twin Fan vacuum excavation lorry

Weight (tonnes)26
Width (m)2.5
Length (m)9.7
Height (m)3.8
Air Compressor4.5m3/min, 8 bar
Capacity (m3)8
Ideal ForFor medium to larger scale jobs where more material needs to be removed

DINO 8 TWIN FAN
Dino 8 Twin Fan Vacuum Excavation Machine
Weight (tonnes)26
Width (m)2.5
Length (m)9.7
Height (m)3.8
Air Compressor4.5m3/min, 8 bar
Capacity (m3)8
Ideal ForFor medium to larger scale jobs where more material needs to be removed
RSP ESE 6
RSP ESE 6
Weight (tonnes)32
Width (m)2.5
Length (m)10.1
Height (m)4.1
Air Compressor4.5m3/min, 8 bar
Capacity (m3)12
Ideal ForLarge scale jobs.
TRACKED VAC
Tracked Vac Ex machine
Weight (tonnes)20
Width (m)2.55
Length (m)7.7
Height (m)3.2
Air Compressor4.5m3/min, 8 bar
Capacity (m3)4.5
Ideal ForOff-road sites where standard wheeled vehicles could not reach

Vacuum excavation is the best excavation technique for all different types of projects. This excavation technique works successfully in built-up areas, remote hard-to-reach areas, and all locations in between. If you are looking for vacuum excavation in Newcastle and the surrounding areas, we cover with our professional and reliable excavation team. Whatever the size or scale of your project, our team are ready to work with you. With the extensive benefits that suction excavation brings to projects, it is easy to see why more and more people are choosing our suction excavation services for their next project. Whether you need our services in an emergency or are planning ahead, we will bring the same level of professional dedication that we are renowned for.

About Pier (UK)

From the moment that we first began to use vacuum excavators on site in 2009, we were so impressed by the capabilities and benefits that it brought with it, that we started to invest in equipment, research, and training so that we could offer more suction excavation to our clients. In 2012, 11 years after we first founded Pier (UK) as a civil engineering and drainage company, we moved to exclusively providing suction excavation services to our clients. Here at Pier, we pride ourselves on the high quality of service that we bring to every project that we undertake. We continually invest in both our resources and our team, ensuring that we are accredited by many leading industry trade bodies, such as FORS, and CPA.

Advantages of Hiring a Vac Truck

The benefits of using excavation equipment are impressive. Firstly, it uses the power of suction to remove earth or debris, which negates the need for digging. Digging can be dangerous, costly, and can be destructive. Suction excavation can gently remove earth from around tree roots, or utilities, without damaging them. Cable strikes from digging can be destructive, deadly, and expensive, and have the potential to derail a project completely. If you are working in areas where it is unclear where the utilities are, it can be extremely dangerous, and using suction excavation is infinitely safer. Suction excavation can be used to clear underground without needing to break through large sections of topsoil, which can help with the preservation of local ecosystems, and is extremely important to help protect the environment. The power of suction excavation means that excavators can clear earth quicker than a team digging. This makes suction excavation a cheaper and quicker process than traditional excavation techniques. Once you can see the multiple advantages of suction excavation, it is easy to see why more and more people choose this as the best excavation method for their projects.

How Does Vacuum Excavation Work?

When you come to the team at Pier for your excavation project, you can be confident that we will manage your project with the same dedication and professionalism that we are renowned for. We price each excavation project based on the exact specifications and the services that will best fulfil these requirements, and our pricing is always clear and transparent. We appreciate the complexities of managing large development projects, and will always endeavour to work with your deadlines and schedules to provide excavation services that fit in with your project.

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How Can We Help You With Your Project?

We have invested heavily in our fleet of vac trucks. Each type of excavation truck has a different capacity and is designed for different locations and terrain. City development sites are typically tight on space and can be hard to access. For projects such as these, we would recommend the City Sucker. Whilst this has the least storage capacity of all of our fleet, it is also the smallest excavation truck and is ideal where the space is restricted. For larger sites, where there is more space to manoeuvre and operate a truck, then we would recommend our larger truck, the RSP ESE 6, which has a capacity of 12m³, compared to the 2m³ offered by the City Sucker. Where the site is inaccessible by a wheeled truck, we can use our tracked trucks.

Looking For Vac-Ex in Newcastle? Contact Us 24/7 Hire Available

If you are looking for excavation services in or around Newcastle, then you have come to the right place. Whatever the size or scale of your Newcastle project, the team at PIER UK will bring the same high-quality service that they are renowned for. Our professional and reputable excavation experts work on projects from Newcastle, right across the UK. Whether you want hire-only services or complete excavation services, we are here to work with you. If you are planning ahead for future development work and want to have an initial conversation or have an emergency on your hands, we are here to help. Simply call our experienced and friendly team today on 01925 228 674

REVIEWS

We have used your company for a while now and have never had any trouble. The lads you send us are always good as gold.

The operators are always really polite and the systems spotless

We could use a more local company but choose to use you because you are reliable and provide a good service.

We are very happy with the overall service you have provided.

Vacuum Excavation FAQs

What is the daily productivity of a vacuum excavator?
This is all dependent on the ground conditions, but it is approximately 1.6m3 to 2.5m3 per hour.

 

Do you have different sized systems available?
Yes. With a hire fleet of over 50 vehicles, we have 16t, 26t and 32t wheeled systems, and a 21t tracked unit for those difficult to reach areas.
Is there an additional cost for the disposal of the excavated material?
We do not dispose the excavated material, this is stockpiled at your designated location on site. This will allow for the material to be re-used at your own discretion/costs.
Where does the unit discharge the excavated material?

A standard unit (26/32T) and our Tracked unit (21T) will tip to the side of the unit and the city sucker (16T) will tip to the rear.

How much material can a vacuum excavator hold?

Our larger vehicles have an 8m3 – 10m3 capacity, whereas the City Suckers has 2m3 capacity and our tracked vac has 4.5m3 capacity.

What areas do you cover?

We cover the whole of the UK.

What days and times are your vacuum excavators available to hire?

Our fleet of excavators in Newcastle are available for hire 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Do you only provide operated hire?

No. We also provide self-drive hire, with full training for your operatives.

Are your operatives trained and accredited?

All our operatives are CPCS trained and fully accredited.

How does the system deal with stubborn or compacted material?

All our systems are fitted with an air lance that our operators will use to displace and break-up material. The air lance is powered by the onboard compressor.

Do you supply extension pipework?

Yes, at an additional cost.

How old are your vacuum excavators?
More than 18 of our excavators are under four years old, which makes our fleet one of the most modern in Europe.
What is the total reach of the power arm?
Approximately 4.5 metres from the rear/nearside of the truck.
What is the diameter of the suction hose?
The suction hose has a 250mm (10”) diameter.
Can the diameter of the suction hose be reduced?
Yes. We can provide a suction nozzle adaptor to reduce to 150mm (6”) if required.
How much does it cost to hire a vacuum excavation truck?

We aim to keep our costs affordable and will quote each project on an independent basis, depending upon the type of excavator used and the size of the project.

Can vacuum excavation be used in both urban and rural environments?

We have excavators designed specifically for the urban environment, as well as tracked excavators that can be used in areas that are inaccessible with wheeled vehicles.

What are the limitations of vacuum excavation?

Powerful excavators can reach a depth of 60 feet, making their reach far greater than other excavation methods.

Are there any noise or vibration concerns with vacuum excavation?

Whilst vacuum excavators can be noisy, we constantly invest in our fleet to make sure we have the latest technology to reduce noise and vibrations. Our skilled operators will always work smoothly to ensure minimal disruptions.

Can vacuum excavation be used for landscaping projects?

Vacuum excavation is an ideal solution for landscaping projects, as it is an efficient and easy way to move large quantities of earth around your site.

What kind of documentation is required before and after a vacuum excavation project?

Our experienced project management team will work with you to ensure that you have all the relevant documentation for your excavation project.

Can vacuum excavation be used in areas with a high water table or wet soil conditions?

Vacuum excavation is often used in difficult conditions, such as working in high water table areas, the excavators can operate in a variety of complex ground conditions.

WE COVER THE WHOLE OF THE UK