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With the demand for jet vac trucks growing every year, more manufacturers are mass-producing combo trucks with the mentality of “one size fits all”. Naturally, the issue with this mindset is that not all contractors and municipalities have the same needs. A nationwide shortage of CDL drivers has made it challenging to retain licensed operators, particularly in smaller communities, as the cost of employment is high and continues to rise with growing demand. Additionally, many smaller municipalities cannot afford a conventional combo truck due to budget constraints; however, they must budget for outsourcing vacuum services throughout the year.
Regarding larger municipalities, specifically in highly populated urban areas, there are emergencies where a full-size jet vac truck causes excessive noise or is too large to assist in remote locations. The need for a truck with a smaller footprint, a lower price point, and no commercial licensing required, yet providing the same great power, has been there. However, there has been no solution until the introduction of the Model 400 ECO by Sewer Equipment Company of America.
The Model 400 ECO by Sewer is substantially smaller than a conventional combo truck. The reduced height makes the Model 400 ideal for entering 8-foot clearance structures, and it is far more maneuverable in densely populated urban areas, particularly in emergencies. Mounted on a 19,500 GVWR chassis, the Model 400 does not require a commercial driver’s license. And of course, because of its significantly smaller size, a CDL is not necessary. The lack of a CDL requirement gives contractors, as well as municipalities, flexibility when needing to switch operators and lowers the overall cost associated with employing a CDL operator.
The Model 400 ECO Mini Combination Sewer Cleaner from Sewer Equipment CO. of America comes standard with all-stainless-steel construction for long-lasting durability, including its four cubic yard debris body, water capacities up to 600-gallon, stainless-steel hose reel with 500’ of ½” sewer hose, and full water system enclosure. This machine features a UDOR 18 GPM @ 4,000 PSI water pump and a Hibon positive displacement blower at 28” Hg with a 4” system. The Model 400 application combines the power of a standard combination truck with unprecedented maneuverability not currently available on the market.
For more information on the Model 400 ECO or its applications, visit the Sewer Equipment website or call 800-323-1604 to schedule a demo today. Rental equipment and financing programs are also available through Rock Rental.
