NiSource’s Chuck Shafer receives Inaugural Pipeline Leadership Award

Vac-Tron would like to congratulate Chuck Shafer for winning the Inaugural Pipeline Leadership Award.  Chuck Shafer is the Vice President of engineering, projects and construction for NiSource.

Chuck has grown in his roles over 26 years and has great pride in overseeing the improvement and modernization of a natural gas system that serves approximately 30.5 million customers across seven states.

Chuck Shafer (center) receives the Pipeline Leadership Award from Mark Bridgers (right) and Bernie Krzys at the Pipeline Leadership Conference in Denver.
Chuck Shafer (center) receives the Pipeline Leadership Award from Mark Bridgers (right) and Bernie Krzys at the Pipeline Leadership Conference in Denver. (photo source: napipelines.com)

“We’re proud to present the inaugural Pipeline Leadership Award to Chuck Shafer who has led NiSource’s impressive accomplishments in the oil and gas pipeline industry,” says Bernie Krzys, publisher and CEO of North American Oil & Gas Pipelines.  Read More at NApipelines.com

Underground Construction Technology Atlanta, GA Feb 3-4, 2016

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Vac-Tron Equipment will be showcasing the NEW HTV 573 PTO at the UCT Conference in Atlanta, GA on Feb 3-4, 2016.  The HTV 573 PTO is a new series of PTO truck driven systems available on Ford or Freightliner chassis.

The full line of the HTV (Hydro Truck Vac) series is available with 300-gallon to 1,500 –gallon size debris tanks. The PTO (power take off) of the truck drives Positive displacement vacuum blowers that produce 1,000 to 2,600 CFM. These units are standard with a high pressure water system, full hydraulic rear doors, reverse pressure, and the patented “Big Red” filter housing that cleans the dirty air down to 00.5 microns (best in the industry) before it passes back through the vacuum pump.

There is no other truck like it in the vacuum excavation industry.  We’ll be showcasing this PTO truck at BOOTH 123

For a free pass into the exhibit, please email [email protected]

Power Take Off Vacuum Excavation

This week Vac-Tron is also at the World of Concrete Convention in Las Vegas from Feb 1-5, 2016.  For more information, please go here.

Released: PTO (Power Take Off) Driven Hydro Truck Vacs (w/ Video)


Vac-Tron HTV 573 PTO Truck:  A NEW series of PTO truck driven systems available on Ford or Freightliner chassis. The full line of the HTV (Hydro Truck Vac) series has debris tanks ranging from 300 gallon to 1500 gallon in size. The Power Take Off of the truck drives positive displacement vacuum blowers that produce 1,000 to 2,600 CFM. These units are standard with a high pressure water system, full hydraulic rear door, reverse pressure, and the patented “Big Red” filter housing that cleans the air down to 00.5 microns (best in the industry) before it passes back through the vacuum pump.  Air compressors and Hydraulic booms are also available on most of the HTV series units.  Patent Pending.

For more information about safer digging with vacuum excavation, contact Vac-Tron Equipment at 888-822-8766 or fill out a demo request form.

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Claw Door over center locking mechanism

Check out Vac-Tron’s NEW Claw Door with over center locking mechanism for a simple no fuss positive lock and unlock. Contact us for more information.

There is no hydraulic pressure needed to remain locked.


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APWA Conference 08/30-09/02

Join nearly 6,000 public works professionals in Phoenix as the newest equipment and breakthrough technologies are unveiled and there will be an unparalleled education track covering the entire gamut of publIc works. Don’t miss the chance to connect with public works professionals from all over the country in America’s sixth-largest city, Phoenix, AZ.

The Vac-Tron Mini-Combo Series includes some of the most versatile sewer jetter machines on the market today. Combining High CFM vacuum and jetter capabilities at a low cost put the Vac-Tron Mini-Combo in a class of its own. Come see it at the Conference.
The Vac-Tron Mini-Combo Series includes some of the most versatile sewer jetter machines on the market today. Combining High CFM vacuum and jetter capabilities at a low cost put the Vac-Tron Mini-Combo in a class of its own. Come see it at the Conference.

This is going to be a great event! Vac-Tron will be at Booth 1441

400+ exhibits with innovative technologies that can make your job easier
125+ brand new education sessions covering the latest best practices and successful case studies

August 30th - Sept 2nd
August 30th – Sept 2nd

Welcome Dick Thompson

Vac-Tron Equipment would like to welcome Dick Thompson to our work family.

Dick is our new Northeastern Territory Manager. Dick brings a strong commitment of customer service and loyalty to our team and we are fortunate to have him. Dick has completed his formal training and will begin working in his territory today. Thank you!

Dick Thompson
Dick Thompson – Northeastern Territory Manager

A Redesigned Strong Arm (w/ video)

A redesigned strong arm on the LP Series was introduced at the ICUEE show a few months ago. The rotating head with hose roller makes handling much easier with smooth, fluid movement.

REQUEST A DEMO of this new vacuum excavation unit below or click here.


The strong arm helps to support the weight of the vacuum excavation hose hose to reduce work fatigue on the job site.