HAMMERHEAD MOLE TOOLS

HammerHead PortaBurst ® PB30
Lateral System—Trenchless
Replacement of 4" (10 cm) to
6" (15 cm) Sewer Laterals
The rising tide of lateral replacements driven by the EPA is focused
on eliminating pollution caused by leaking laterals. There is a
staggering amount of work to be done; work that can be done
efficiently, environmentally friendly, and profitably. With a PortaBurst
PB30 lateral replacement system, you can spare your customer the
unpleasant side effects of open cut lateral replacement, and at the
same time, grow your business. The PB30 lateral replacement
system is your portable, cost effective, and efficient method of
replacing 4" (10 cm) and 6" (15 cm) sewer laterals in a minimal
amount of time.
Compact Modular Design
• The PortaBurst PB30 sets up
simply downhole
• Three pieces to construct
• No components more than 75 lb (34 kg)
• Small pits, dimensions 24" (61 cm) x
30" (76 cm), reduce excavation
• Self-storage on optional wheeled
control station
Positive Cable Grip System
• Actuating cylinder initiates positive
cable grip
• Sequence valve automatically
activates lift cylinder
• Active link system increases cable and
clamp load proportionately
• Secondary cable grip holds cable in
place during recycling
• Smooth lift cam helps reduce cable wear
High Production Unit
• 12" (30 cm) cylinder increases cycle length
• Production rates up to 12 fpm (3.6 m/min)
(1 fpm [0.3 m/min]: 2 fpm [0.6 m/min])
• Low pressure, 3,000 psi (207 bar), system
runs off dedicated power pack or backhoe
Quick Grip Burst Heads
• Unique, time-saving, patent-pending design
• Quick connection to HDPE pipe without hand tools
• 4" (10 cm) and 6" (15 cm) burst heads
negotiate 45° bends
The illustration depicts a typical jobsite with the PortaBurst PB30 set
up at the house. Alternatively, the PortaBurst PB30 can be set up in
the basement or at the cleanout. The PortaBurst PB30 pulls the burst
head through the lateral, bursting the existing service, while
simultaneously pulling in the new HDPE pipe.
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