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In all cases, it is important to consider the safety
of the operators and that the location of any components
does not put them at risk in heavy traffic
areas. Speaking of operator safety, having proper
lighting on the equipment — such as strobe lights,
flashing arrow boards and other work lights — are
all vitally important. Certain drive systems, such as
hydrostatics and hot shift power take-offs are simpler
to operate, as they do not require engaging
transfer cases or other gear driven components and
allow the truck chassis to remain in neutral. Another
wise choice is to look at the latest technology available
to control the machine. From the simplest
hard wired remote pendants, to fully wireless controls
to sophisticated multiplex operating systems
and diagnostic packages or any combination of
these, technology can make the machine easier and
safer to operate.
Final Thought
As a final thought, it is important that you consider all of the factors for your application. If you are not familiar with this
equipment, you should look for help from a trained professional and/or industry association. It is also important that you ask
for a demonstration of the equipment to make certain that it meets your actual job requirements in the real world.
As mentioned earlier, purchasing a jet-vac machine is a big investment and making an informed choice is the best
approach.
Tom Jody is marketing manager with Vac-Con Inc., based in Jacksonville, Fla.
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