“Weight restrictions are being enforced like never before. “Maximizing productivity while adhering to strict weight regulations is a constant challenge for hydrovac contractors,” Schmitt said. Schmitt added that the Wolf design is unlike other hydroexcavators that feature uni-body designs with sloped floors where weight shifts as water is used and debris is loaded, which often results in lost payload capacity.The Westech Wolf maximizes legal payload for customers and improves operational efficiency.
“As water is reduced and debris is loaded, the weight increases on the individual axles equally.”With the Wolf hydrovac, the debris body is positioned on the optimal spot of the chassis to ensure the payload is proportionately distributed across all axles simultaneously. “The Westech Wolf was designed to constantly maintain the centerline for the water tank and debris body,” said Ben Schmitt, product manager at Westech. Our customers value simplicity and the ability to identify and perform maintenance while operating in remote locations.”The result of extensive testing and product input from a large network of engineering and design resources, including customer feedback, the rugged, heavy-duty Wolf hydroexcavator was purpose-built for customers who need a durable truck that can tackle applications in extreme cold and harsh terrain conditions. We received great feedback on payload capacity and debris offloading. “During the planning phase for the Wolf hydrovac, we worked closely with our customers to understand their needs, applications and struggles with current vacuum excavation equipment. Developed in collaboration with Federal Signal’s Environmental Solutions Group, the Wolf hydroexcavation truck is the first new product launched by Westech since the company’s acquisition by Federal Signal Corporation in 2016.“The Westech Wolf hydrovac represents the inaugural customer- and application-focused products developed in collaboration with Federal Signal’s Environmental Solutions Group,” said Brett Hart, general manager at Westech. Westech Vac Systems introduces the Westech Wolf non-code certified hydrovac truck for oil and gas customers working in extreme conditions.