Whenever your city or community’s sewage system
clogs up or is starting to show signs that it’s about to, your local government
will send out vacuum trucks to take care of the problem, as they are a much
easier solution to sanitation problems than relying solely on manpower. So how
exactly do these cleaning machines work?
The
Business End
Vacuum trucks
are named after their vacuum unit, which is usually mounted on the bed of the
truck. This is powered by a pump that runs on a power take-off (PTO) system
that is in turn powered either by the car’s engine or a completely separate
motor.
Vacuum
Truck Parts
There are many types of vacuum trucks, which mostly
differ based on the function of their various parts. Some are equipped with the
common hydraulic system with a hose and nozzle kit, whereas others have additions
that are meant to improve the efficiency of the work done. Such additions
include ladders, catwalks, and railings for easy access to the pump and the tank.
Functions
While septic waste management is one of their most
common uses, vacuum trucks have other functions too, particularly when it comes
to industrial work. They can serve to remove soil and other debris from
construction projects or drill sites. Basically, as long as it’s loose enough
to be pumped out, vacuum trucks can take care of it.
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