Vacuworx reduces workforce danger

Vacuworx has developed a range of hydraulically-powered clamp attachments designed for rehandling concrete traffic barriers. Called the HL series, there are two models – B1 and B2. While the former can lift 2.75tonnes, the latter can handle barriers up to 10.5tonnes in weight and up to 9.5m in length. Equipped with a hydraulic rotator, the HL series enables an excavator operator to work with precision and also without the need to involve additional personnel holding guide ropes. This keeps the workfo
March 13, 2017 Read time: 1 min
Vacuworx has developed a range of hydraulically-powered clamp attachments designed for rehandling concrete traffic barriers.

Called the HL series, there are two models – B1 and B2. While the former can lift 2.75tonnes, the latter can handle barriers up to 10.5tonnes in weight and up to 9.5m in length.

Equipped with a hydraulic rotator, the HL series enables an excavator operator to work with precision and also without the need to involve additional personnel holding guide ropes. This keeps the workforce away from the danger area.

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