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For wastewater applications , VPC prefers floor cleaner and spinning style nozzles . As the name suggests , these nozzles travel along the floor of large diameter pipe – instead of just the center – and focus high-pressure water from hoses through an assortment of jets . The directed , high-pressure water is ideal for removing sludge , mud , compacted materials , and heavy debris from industrial pipes , storm lines , and sanitary lines .
KEG ’ s Torpedo Nozzle utilizes two different water jet angles to ensure superior sand , mud , and debris transport from the pipe floor in diameters from 6-16 ”. The company also offers a variety of floor cleaner sizes designed for pipe diameters from 4-72 ”. One unique floor
cleaner model , called the Twins , utilizes two floor cleaners with high-performance fluid mechanics that work in tandem with a Y-connector , for pipes up to 84 ” in diameter .
According to Benner , VPC also uses a unique rotating nozzle to remove stubborn debris from pipes . The Duce Nozzle utilizes water driven rotation and vibration to create a unique “ jackhammer ” action to remove grout and mortar residue , scaling , tuberculation , or other deposits that have hardened to the pipe floor or wall . This approach is more efficient than cutting and milling out the material but is not recommended for clay pipes .
When a severe blockage is identified , chain cutter nozzles are designed to cut through difficult obstructions and thick root masses .
Although the high-performance Tier 3 nozzles cost more than lower performing alternatives , Benner has found this
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Del Williams is a technical writer based in Torrance , California .
acceptable because his work crew completes jobs much faster using them .
“ We will not use inferior nozzles because they just don ’ t work when industrial pipes and lines must be efficiently cleaned and cleared of any debris . This has earned us repeat business and helped to keep plants running without incident or downtime ,” says Benner .
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