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EVER-CHANGING INDUSTRY
Business slowing for many companies as the oil
and gas industry reacts to drop in crude prices
By Cory Dellenbach
I
Cory Dellenbach
ve said it before and Im saying it again.

The oil and gas industry is a roller coaster ride: One day it can be flourishing
and the next it could be forcing companies
out of business. Its amazing what this
industry can do for whole areas too.
Take for example a report released by
the Energy Information Administration in
late April listing the top U.S. oilfields. The
rankings were initially released in 2009
and the Eagle Ford Shale play, discovered

in 2008, wasnt even listed yet.
This time, however, the southern
Texas play had the top U.S. oilfield based
on proved reserves in the EIAs report. The
EIA defines proved reserves as estimated
quantities of oil and natural gas that can be
recoverable with reasonable certainty under
existing economic and operating conditions.
The Eagle Fords Eagleville field took
the top spot, while Prudhoe
Bays oilfield in northern
Alaska dropped to the third
largest. In the 2009 report,
the Prudhoe Bay field was
the largest. The No. 2 spot
on this years list was the
Spraberry Trend field in the
Permian Basin.
Colorados Wattenberg
field was fourth, while Eagle
Fords Briscoe Ranch was
fifth.
In natural gas, the top
U.S. field is the Marcellus
Shale, which includes areas
of West Virginia and Pennsylvania. Marcellus stole the
top spot from Texas Barnett
Shale area.
GROWTH OF
THE MARKET
Since the early 2000s,
the industry has grown immensely. Just look at oilfield
services company Southern
Spur Enterprises, profiled
this month. The Saskatchewan-based company started
operations in 2004 with just
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one truck and today has over 20 vehicles

in its fleet.
The company, which cleans tanks and
production facilities in the oilsands region
of Canada, operates within a 100-mile radius of Lashburn and only serves the oil
and gas industry with its fleet of vacuum
trucks and trailers.
Jim Donald, Southern Spurs field
supervisor, spent a week in February at the
Water & Wastewater Equipment, Treatment
& Transport Show in Indianapolis trying to
gather ideas for diversifying the company.
The oil and gas industry is a

roller coaster ride: One day it
can be flourishing and the
next it could be forcing
companies out of business.
BEING CAUTIOUS
While Southern Spur has grown considerably over the last 11 years, the company needs to think about diversification if it
wants to continue growing. Thats thanks
to the decline in crude oil prices, which
has affected the company.
The Bakken Shale play is one of the
areas thats been hit hardest by the price
drop. In this months Bakken Extra feature, we tell you about a company and
some workers who have been affected firsthand by the volatile crude oil prices.
For many contractors, its a time to
tighten the shoestrings a bit and find out
where they can save money.
HOW ABOUT YOU
How is your company dealing with
the crude oil price slump, and what advice
would you give to other contractors? Wed
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Cover Story
LEFT: Southern Spur Enterprises field supervisor Jim Donald grabs a stinger from a
truck to set it up for a tank-cleaning job on an oilfield site near Lashburn, Saskatchewan.
MIDDLE: Southern Spur Enterprises owners Connie and Gerald Grassl pose alongside a
2012 Kenworth W900B with a standard Acro dump trailer attached. The company, located
in Lashburn, Saskatchewan, uses only Acro trailers within its fleet of over 20 trucks.
RIGHT: Southern Spur Enterprises operator Travis Russell hooks up water pressure
hoses to a stinger as he prepares for a tank-cleaning job.
Spurring Success
IN THE OILSANDS
Saskatchewan-based Southern Spur Enterprises uses specialized

vacuum trucks to help customers out of tough situations
erald Grassl didnt want to leave Lashburn, Saskatchewan. He was familiar with it, he knew people and he
was familiar with the major industry in the northern Canadian region oil and gas exploration and production.
Grassl, who was working for another company driving vacuum trucks, wanted to set out on his own and saw
the opportunity for success as the market was taking off in 2004. He launched
his company, Southern Spur Enterprises, at that time.
He had a vision about starting his own company, and he went and talked
to a few prominent people who were in charge of some of the oil companies in
the area and pitched his idea to them, says Jim Donald, field supervisor for
Southern Spur. They told him that if he built the trucks they would give him
a chance, and thats how it all started.
The company started with one sludge hauler, but the fleet has since
expanded to over 20 trucks serving a 100-mile area around Lashburn and
Lloydminster. Basically once you get outside of this little area, there isnt a
whole lot of other industry, Donald says. Everyone that works here is oil
and gas oriented.
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| BY CORY DELLENBACH |
Photography by Nick Sperounes
GETTING TO WORK
The company, with 38 employees, has a primary focus on tank cleaning,
which accounts for up to 80 percent of the business.
Crude oil extracted from underground formations commonly contains
sediments such as sand that are extracted with the oil. The sand settles to the
bottom of the storage tanks and accumulates, eventually blocking the tanks
ports if they are not cleaned.
Crews attach a hydraulic stinger to the lower portion of the tank wall. Water pressure mixes the sand and turns it into slurry. Our vac trucks can then
suck that out of the tank, Donald says. Crews will do about 20 stings a day.
The companys sludge haulers serve oilfield production facilities. We go
in and clean the facility out and we haul the sludge from them to a nearby
disposal plant.
Southern Spur uses four disposal plants situated around the area, but
the Lloydminster and Unity disposal plants are the companys primary
disposal sites.
It saves us traveling time when were loaded by having nearby facilities,
Donald says. The whole trick to the game is to get to the tanks and then to
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In total, the company has 11 self-contained

vacuum trucks, five straight vacuum trailers and
six sludge haulers. Acro Trailer of Springfield,
Missouri, built all the trailers.
We also have a couple pressure trucks that
we run in conjunction with some of the straight
vacs, Donald says.
The self-contained vacuum trucks set the
company apart from its competitors.
That stands us alone in the field as far as
competitiveness, Donald says. Theres a lot of
competition in our area because of the amount of
work. Weve set ourselves apart by going the extra
mile and making it so you dont have to have three
trucks on the site, you can have just one. The cost
savings are huge.
SPECIALIZED CREW
Being competitive also means having a crew
that is trained properly and not afraid to work long
hours. Donald says Southern Spur has both. The
training is fairly extensive, plus crew members are
required to be at our monthly safety meeting that
Gerald runs.
When hired, crew members must undergo
certification for Workplace Hazardous Materials
Information System (WHMIS), Carriage of
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ABOVE: Southern Spur Enterprises staff in the truck yard. Back row, from left, Charlie Pambrun, field supervisor; Renae Smith,
dispatcher; Jim Donald, field supervisor; Connie Grassl, owner; Gerald Grassl, owner; Luke Grassl, mechanic; Dick Percks,
mechanic. Front row, from left, Wilson Chambers, operator; Mike Lawrence, mechanic.
BELOW: One of Southern Spur Enterprises Peterbilt 389 longnose trucks with a standard Acro dump trailer attached at its
facility in Lashburn, Saskatchewan.
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Several of Southern Spur Enterprises sludge haulers and vacuum trucks

are lined up in a field nearby its office in Lashburn, Saskatchewan. The
company, founded in 2004, has grown to over 20 trucks and serves a 100mile radius around Lashburn. (Photo courtesy Southern Spur Enterprises)
The whole trick to the game is to get to the tanks and then to the disposal site in
a timely fashion so that youre not gouging the customer too bad for travel time.
Jim Donald
IDEAS FROM
THE WWETT SHOW
Southern Spur Enterprises, based in Lashburn, Saskatchewan,
was looking for ways to grow, and field supervisor Jim Donald
thought some of its equipment manufacturers might be able to spark
some ideas.
Donald attended the Water & Wastewater Equipment, Treatment
& Transport (WWETT) Show in February for the first time to meet with
several of those manufacturers.
We wanted to touch base with our people and see what was new
on the market, Donald says. All of our products that we buy were
there. The maker of our vac trailers was there, our pump makers were
there. Everything that is on our trucks is from people we dealt with at
the show.
Southern Spur uses pumps from Hibon on its trucks, so that was
one manufacturer Donald visited; others included Acro Trailer and
Gardner Denver.
With the downturn in crude oil prices, the company was also
looking for ways to keep growing, and going to the show helped them
generate some new ideas.
We were looking at some ideas for diversification and we got
quite a few good ideas, Donald says. We were pretty impressed with
the show. I was in awe when I walked in.
Everybody also has to be oriented by every oil company that we work

for, and we probably work for 10 or 15 oil companies, Donald says.
As field supervisor, Donald is normally making sales calls and dropping
in on job sites to make sure work is going smoothly. If its a big job, I usually
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organize the job and stay on site. I work with the owner to ensure that all
health and safety regulations are met in the field on a regular basis also.
Grassl doesnt do much work in the field anymore. He can usually be
found in the office handling the day-to-day operations.
Besides the field crews and the office staff, Southern Spur also has a shop
with three full-time mechanics.
Its actually a huge savings having our own mechanics, Donald says.
We run them 10 hours a day, and they would work longer if need be. We
have them go five days a week and one guy is on call over the weekend.
TIME TO DIVERSIFY
With the current state of crude oil prices in flux, Donald doesnt see
much more the company can do in the industry and sees its growth coming
from other industries.
At this time were probably not going to be doing a lot of changing
and diversifying unless we find something to diversify into other than the
oilfields, Donald says. The downturn in the price of oil has put the crunch
on a lot of companies here.
Southern Spur hasnt had to cut
any jobs since oil prices dropped,
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Money Machines
Fox Oilfield Services in Alberta bought a
custom-designed 2015 Kenworth C500
truck that can be used as a winch truck or
a bed truck. (Contributed photos by Fox
Oilfield Services)
DOING DOUBLE DUTY

With its two-for-one capabilities, Texas bed truck gives Alberta oilfield
contractor a competitive edge by reducing costs for customers
By Ken Wysocky
ess is more for oilfield contractors who bring large vehicles to congested
drilling pads on a daily basis. In a nutshell, that explains why Fox
Oilfield Services in Alberta, Canada, bought a custom-designed Texas
bed truck that does double duty on drilling sites throughout western Canada
and brings substantial savings to customers in the process.
Fox Oilfield took delivery of the
extra-brawny
2015 Kenworth C500
It oftentimes eliminates
in February. Since then, the truck,
the need for a bed truck
which can work as either a winch truck
or a bed truck, has been impressing
on a drilling site.
the companys customers with its
Christopher James
versatility. Designed and outfitted by
Marcep Manufacturing Ltd., the truck
can carry up to 34,000 pounds of cargo on highways and can bed or spot
load up to 50,000 pounds on drilling sites, says Christopher James, vice
president of Fox Oilfield, based in Nisku, which is south of Edmonton in
central Alberta.
It oftentimes eliminates the need for a bed truck on a drilling site,
James says.
A key feature is the trucks 50,000-pound spot loading capacity, which
is roughly double the payload capacity of a typical Texas bed truck, which
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Fox Oilfield Services Inc., Nisku, Alberta, Canada

VEHICLE:
2015 Kenworth C500 Texas bed truck, designed/built

by Marcep Manufacturing Ltd.
FUNCTION: Hauling and spot loading large drilling rig components

FEATURES: 550 hp Cummins diesel engine, 50,000-pound spot loading
payload capacity, 34,000-pound road payload capacity,
18-speed Eaton-Fuller transmission, four-speed Spicer auxiliary
transmission, tri-axle locking differential, 50-ton Braden winch
COST:
About $352,000 (or around $450,000 Canadian dollars)
usually maxes out around 25,000 pounds. That provides our customers
with substantial cost savings, because with a single truck we can transport
materials to the site, then also use that same truck to put the cargo in place,
says Chris Cassin, president of Fox Oilfield. Out here, a lot of equipment is
out working in remote areas that might take 14 hours to reach one way. So if
they dont have to send out a (full-size) bed truck (along with a winch truck),
the cost savings is substantial.
How substantial? It can easily amount to thousands of dollars per day or
per trip. Thats very appealing for our customers, Cassin says.
The Kenworth features a 50-ton winch made by Braden (a brand owned
by Paccar) and a 550 hp, high-torque Cummins diesel engine that generates
2,050 ft-lbs of torque, which gives the truck extra power even when its
working in lousy soil conditions. Other features include an 18-speed EatonFuller manual transmission with a four-speed auxiliary transmission made
by Spicer (owned by Dana Holding); the auxiliary unit effectively gives the
truck a 72-speed transmission. Thats a big benefit for a vehicle thats often
lugging extremely heavy loads in very muddy conditions, James notes.
Without exaggeration, you might be working in 2 or 3 feet of mud,
especially during the springtime melt, he says.
Differential locking on all three rear axles, plus tire chains when needed,
provides extra traction, says Edwin Krezanoski, a bed truck operator and
dispatcher for Fox Oilfield. A driver can lock either one, two or all three
axles, depending on the conditions, he adds.
Its a hardworking beast that gives us a significant

competitive advantage.
Christopher James
generators to 400-barrel fluid tanks, dry

bulk tanks and compressors. It doesnt
completely replace a bed truck and
its capabilities, James explains. But
many times it can do what a bed truck
does and if whatever were moving
weighs less than 34,000 pounds, we
dont need to use a trailer, which is
good because theres not a lot of space
on drilling sites.
Fox Oilfield also owns a 1995
Kenworth C500 bed truck with tandem
steering and tandem-drive axles, as well as numerous Kenworth T800
winch tractor trucks and various style trailers made by Peerless, Aspen
Custom Trailers and Doepker Industries. But its the Texas bed truck thats
revolutionizing the companys business, James notes.
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When Fox Oilfield originally started talking with Marcep officials about
designing a more powerful Texas bed truck, James says the goal was 40,000
pounds of spotting capacity. To achieve and then exceed that goal required
some creative engineering that moved as much weight as possible to the
front of the truck to effectively create a counterweight that accommodates
the extra lifting capacity. Think of it as a teeter-totter, where we have to
offset on the front end what the truck is lifting at the rear, he says.
The moment of truth came when a customer asked if the truck could
lift one of its 50,000-pound pressure tanks. We gingerly attempted it and
the truck handled it like a champ, James says. Being able to lift that extra
10,000 pounds is a big deal. That means it can handle any of the drilling
packages that one of our biggest customers uses on site.
If the truck could only handle 40,000 pounds, that customer would
need an extra piece of equipment from us to get the job done, he continues.
Now they dont have to incur the extra cost of a bed truck as a support unit
on location.
That 10,000 pounds may not sound like a lot, but financially, it saves
customers big time, Krezanoski notes. This truck has by far exceeded our
expectations.
The Kenworth truck hauls and spots a variety of skid-mounted drilling
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Bakken Extra
TIMES ARE CHANGING

With low oil prices, service companies and
workers are dealing with layoffs
By Cory Dellenbach
ena Olheiser thought the man was

joking when he came up to her at
Command Center, a temporary
labor and staffing service center in
Dickinson, North Dakota, in early April.
The man said he was laid off from
an oil rig, getting good money, and was
looking for a new job. He said he would
only work for $35 an hour, a minimum
of 50 hours each week, and paid housing
with a $150 a day per diem.
She soon realized he wasnt joking and
had a simple response. Well, good luck
with that, she said.
Im surprised with how fast

companies started cutting after
the prices dropped.
Jeff Larson
Jobs like that are rare now in the

Bakken and other shale plays across the
country since crude oil prices dropped in
October 2014.
I tell them here that everyone is
expendable, everyone, says Command
Center branch manager Kristen Vesledahl.
LOSING THE JOB
Alena Praus was one of many workers
who lost their jobs when oil prices dropped.
The 63-year-old Dickinson resident worked
for three years as a clerk for Baker Hughes
when, in March, the oilfield services
company made cutbacks at its Dickinson
office and let her go.
Praus says she wasnt surprised when
the company cut her position.
I could feel it in the slowdown of
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the work, Praus says. They had to give

someplace. They had to go somewhere. I
have no ill feelings at all.
Praus has since moved to Fargo
where she and her husband are building
a retirement home closer to her two sons.
She has already been applying for jobs in
Fargo and wants to work a couple more
years before retiring.
Jeff Larson of Williston worked
for an oilfield services company doing
hydroexcavation when his company laid
off about half of its employees as a result
of industry slowdowns. He, at least, had
something to fall back on.
I was there for five years and the cuts
came up pretty quick, Larson says. Im
surprised with how fast companies started
cutting after the prices dropped. Now
Im working for my cousin in Minnesota
driving flatbeds and doing deliveries.
Its a long way from home, but at least
its something.
While Praus and Larson bounced
back from losing their oilfield jobs, others
may not be so lucky.
The guys that got laid off from out of
town, out of state, they came from states
where there were no jobs, Praus says.
They came up here to North Dakota to
get a job, left their families at home, got
an apartment and worked here. Now
theyre without a job and go back home,
and theres still no jobs there. Those are
the ones I really feel for the guys with
the families.
THE OTHER SIDE
Bobs Oil Field Service in Belfield
was one of those Bakken companies that
was forced to lay off employees. For owner
Rob Heim it went fast his business was

flourishing in December, but a few months
later he had to make the tough move.
The company was founded by his
father in 1977, and Heim says it was painful
to tell his employees that he no longer had
enough work to keep them employed.
Whats really tough for me is when
I see these guys come from Michigan and
Idaho, and they pack up to come here and
I tell them here that everyone

is expendable, everyone.
Kristen Vesledahl
kind of settle in and start going to work,

and then all of a sudden theyre sitting
across your desk and you say, I dont have
any more work for you, Heim says. A lot
of them are here temporarily. Thats not the
worst part. Its the ones who move their
families here and everything, and all of a
sudden theyve got to uproot their families
and go back home. Thats tough.
The company has multiple trucks,
backhoes, excavators and steam cleaners.
They offer roustabout services, tank battery
construction and general maintenance.
Theres less wells coming on with
less rigs and less work, Heim says. The
construction has slowed down a lot for us.
Were finding that theyre not fixing the
margin of wells at this time. If they have
troubles, theyll shut the wells in and wait
until the prices come up to fix them.
Heim says hes using the downtime
to catch up on building and equipment
maintenance.
We grew faster than we wanted to,
Heim says. This gives us time to get our
infrastructure up to speed also. Thats
important. And then, well just take it as
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Eye on the Industry
FACING RISK HEAD-ON

Programs are changing the way the oil and gas industry
looks at risk, both with equipment and people
By Paul Nicolaus
f theres an asset, theres a risk,

says Raul Vieira, VP of energy
services at Bureau Veritas North
America Inc. And if theres a risk, it needs
to be managed.
Risk management is a process that
looks to minimize the probability and
consequences of adverse conditions and
maximize the probability and consequences
of positive events, he explains.
The risk management program provides

the assurance that the asset will achieve
its goals and requirements safely and in a
timely manner through the entire life cycle.
Raul Vieira
A look at integrated asset management

requires an assessment of the perceived
risks in a variety of areas, which could
include business, safety, environment,
health, costs, performance or compliance
with regulations. Depending on the owner
of the asset and the asset itself, some of
these categories of risk may take priority
over others.
For example, if an oil platform went
up in a city and a safety issue developed,
that might be perceived as a high priority
because it could impact lives that are
operating on the unit as well as people
living within the community itself,
Vieira says.
If, on the other hand, a problem
occurs with an offshore wind turbine, it is
likely to be considered more of a financial
risk because there is nobody there whose
safety would be in jeopardy, and there is
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no risk to the environment in the long run,

he explains.
Historically, we have been working
with risk and trying to address it at
different phases of the life cycle of an asset,
Vieira says. Experience today indicates
that the sooner you start addressing the
management of risk the better, because you
become better positioned to respond.
First you try to eliminate that risk
through design, then you try to reduce that
risk through either design restrictions or
construction restrictions, and then you try to
minimize the consequences by addressing
the risk that cannot be eliminated through
various integrity management processes
such as personnel training, operational
procedures or community outreach.
MANAGING UNCERTAINTIES
Every owner, every user, has a
different idea or need in terms of risk
management, Vieira adds, and when
it comes to the oil and gas sectors, the
projects involved are often complex. As a
result, they involve uncertainties that stem
from a wide range of sources.
The risk management process has
as a target to look at these uncertainties
and manage them with an implementation
program that is both holistic and detailed to
deal with the individual risks, Vieira says.
The risk management program
provides the assurance that the asset
will achieve its goals and requirements
safely and in a timely manner through
the entire life cycle, he adds. It is not a
static exercise, it is not a snapshot, it is
not something that you do during three
years and then let go; it should be a life
cycle process.
The implementation approach is

based on a clear identification of the goals
and requirements of the asset throughout
the life cycle and then a prioritization of
the level of management and the effort to
be spent on each phase.
What we do is identify the risks,
rank the risks, look at what the intentions
of the asset are in terms of long-term goals
and long-term objectives, and then decide
which risk should be dealt with as a priority
in relation to another risk, Vieira explains.
In the past, asset management related
to equipment only. Over the years, however,
this has shifted to include the people who
operate that equipment and the processes
used by those people. More consideration
is being devoted to personnel.
Even the terminology has evolved as
a result of this. Mechanical integrity has
changed into asset integrity or integrity
management. The coverage is much
broader, Vieira says. We have to look at
the human side.
Experience today indicates

that the sooner you start
addressing the management
of risk the better, because
you become better
positioned to respond.
Raul Vieira
RISK ASSESSMENT OPTIONS

Some of the most common assessment
methods include technical safety, reliability
assurance, project risk management,
value improving processes, asset integrity
management and human factors.
The tools and techniques depend
on the type of risk that is being assessed
and can vary from a high level qualitative
method such as a what-if workshop to a
more sophisticated quantitative method
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From the very conceptual phase of a project to the operational phase

of a project, the measurements need to change and be addressed and be
managed, Vieira says. The idea is to have a big effort in the beginning and a
minimum level of effort devoted to managing the risk during the operation
of a project.
A global company founded in 1828 and initially focused on the safety
and operation of ships, Bureau Veritas has evolved over the years to become
one of the largest quality assurance, health, safety, environment and social
accountability (QHSE-SA) consultants in the world. With operations in over
850 offices in 140 countries, Vieira notes that the company is well equipped
to offer risk management services.
We feel that we are very prepared to support organizations in
the identification of their risks, in the assessment of priorities, in the
implementation of a risk management program, and finally in the verification
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Niobrara Extra
WORKING FOR
THE INDUSTRY
Petroleum Association of Wyoming helps explain
rules and regulations facing the oil and gas industry
By Greg Bates
f the members of the Petroleum

Association of Wyoming (PAW)
can bank on one thing, its that the
association is going to have their backs in
times of need.
PAW has been doing that since the
early 1900s.
PAW is the largest and oldest
petroleum industry trade association in
Wyoming. Its focus is the betterment of the
states oil and gas industry by providing a
forum for interaction among members,
the public and local, state and federal
governments.
One of the real great things Ive
noticed with this group, and Ive noticed
it for years and years, we are recognized
as the voice of the industry in this state,
Theres really a lot of different members and

companies. About every major company you
can think of, weve got Exxon, Conoco,
Encana, Chevron, you name it.
Bruce Hinchey
PAW Vice President John Robitaille says.

People in Wyoming want to hear from
people in Wyoming. They dont care what
goes on in Colorado. They want to know
what Wyoming thinks. And when they ask
those questions, they look to us to answer
them for them.
WORKING FOR THE MEMBERS
Currently, PAW comprises 196
members 89 in the exploration and
production (E&P) field, while the other
107 are consultants, lawyers and that
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type of profession. The organizations

membership figures fluctuate depending
on the industry, the price of gas and oil, and
the activities associated with companies
purchasing other companies. In the last
six years, PAW has had a high membership
enrollment of 240.
Theres really a lot of different
members and companies, PAW President
Bruce Hinchey says. About every major
company you can think of, weve got
Exxon, Conoco, Encana, Chevron, you
name it.
PAW is consistently a strong voice for
its members. Whatever they need, PAW
employees try to provide.
We work for them, says Hinchey,
who has been with PAW for 13 years.
We have different committees: We have
a public lands committee, we have a legal
committee, a tax committee, a government
relations committee. We meet and work
on issues important to the industry. We
have a chairman and they all work on
issues and tell us what direction to take,
what comments we should be working on,
whether or not to support legislations, and
stuff like that.
MAKING A DIFFERENCE
The association, which is headquartered in Casper, Wyoming, consists of a
36-member board of directors, which is
voted on by their fellow members and is
responsible for improving PAW policies and
positions on industry affairs.
Were really as strong as our
committee structures, because theyre
the ones with on-the-ground experience
and the expertise in it, and they really
educate us, Robitaille says. Then we can
go forth and present the overall industry

ideal where we get all that information and
kind of funnel it into us and we can give it
back out.
Adds Hinchey, We make comments
on various rules and regs or legislation or
EISs or regional management plans. The
EPA has some ozone standards theyre
proposing and were commenting on
those, and viewsheds, stuff like that.
Theres always an issue out there that were
working on it seems like.
We make comments on
various rules and regs or
legislation or EISs or regional
management plans ... Theres
always an issue out there that
were working on it seems like.
Bruce Hinchey
Robitaille, who has also been at PAW

for 13 years, believes the association is
making a huge difference statewide and
even nationwide in some instances.
I think if we look at various policies
throughout the state, whether it be tax
policies or environmental policies or
production or what have you, I think weve
been involved in most of those discussions,
Robitaille says. And weve presented our
side as best we can and most of the time
the outcome is maybe not exactly what we
want, but at least its a workable solution
for us.
Hinchey pinpoints a couple of
instances in the past where PAW really
pulled through and made a difference.
Nearly five years ago, former Wyoming
Gov. Dave Freudenthal was looking to
develop some regulations for fracking in the
state. PAW helped the effort and developed
the rules that work for companies as well as
for Wyoming. The state became the first to
implement fracking and disclosure rules.
A lot of states have modeled their
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proposed some that are very similar as well.

Prior to developing the fracking regulations, PAW was also instrumental
about a decade ago in helping area residents understand and deal with split
estate, where surface and subsurface rights for a piece of land are owned by
different parties.
In Wyoming, we have a significant amount of split estate and a lot of that
is due to two-thirds of our minerals being owned by the federal government,
Robitaille says. Folks that have lived in this country have known about it
and understand it. But we get some folks that move in that dont really know,
and so we created initially, it was called a split estate initiative, and that was a
product of our organization working with similar organizations in agriculture.
We came up with a way for landowners to understand what split estate is, and
we even worked out a mediation type of process for when there was a conflict,
should it arise. Later that turned into law, which was then added into the
Wyoming Oil and Gas Conservation Commission rules. That was really a big
thing for us, and thats worked really, really well.
One current issue that PAW is involved with is setbacks for oil and gas
wells and associated production equipment.
PAW tries to always be proactive instead of reactive when it comes to
industry issues. Hinchey believes the association is a very important asset to
Wyoming.
Its the voice of the industry, Hinchey says. We carry forward their
message and its a unified message, which makes it much stronger than one
that would be scattered with various thoughts here and there. Its a good way
for the organization to be represented and to be heard.
PAW is certainly being loud and clear with its message. GOMC
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Tech Perspective
THE RIGHT
TRACKING
CHOICE
Follow these key points to make the best decision for your
business when selecting a GPS tracking system
By Ryan Driscoll
SELECTING THE CORRECT GPS TRACKING SOLUTION FOR

your business can be a tough decision. Establishing key concepts to consider,
what criteria are most important to you and the return on investment you can
potentially achieve are all critical in making your decision on the right GPS
tracking partner.
Key concepts to consider
There are many different GPS tracking options to choose from, so it is
smart to identify the most basic components of your fleet that can be affected
and would benefit from a GPS application. It is not just important for your
business to consider what is needed right now, but also what will be needed
down the road. This will help ensure that as your needs change and grow, the
solution will be able to adapt and scale with you. It is critical to find a solution
that will provide your management team with the most accurate data, a smooth
implementation and, most important, a significant return on investment.
Every fleet has different goals and challenges that need to be accomplished,
so take the time to dive into what those are for your fleet. Commencing the GPS
tracking buying process with a general idea of what your criteria are will keep
you focused on what you really need and allow you to easily narrow down your
list of potential providers.
Desirable capabilities
Deciding what capabilities and features you need in a GPS tracking
solution is the next phase of the decision-making process. Knowing what you
would like to monitor within your fleet will lead you to assessing the right
functionality in your GPS tracking software. Many fleets, both large and small,
will benefit from customized reporting capabilities, length of historical data
retention, comprehensive alerts, and simple scheduling and dispatching as
some of the core features in their GPS tracking software. Functionality, ease of
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It should not be the initial cost of the software that you

worry about, but the opportunity cost. The advantages of
choosing a valuable GPS tracking solution greatly exceed
the cost savings from selecting a cheaper version.
use, accuracy of GPS data, quality customer service and overall customizability
are also characteristics that your GPS tracking provider should have.
Attain the greatest return on investment
If you are only looking to simply see dots on a map within GPS tracking
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By Craig Mandli
elining small pipelines can be a time- and cost-efficient solution for

the rehabilitation of piping systems. However, opening the lateral
connections on those pipelines can sometimes be difficult, especially
in hard-to-reach areas that provide limited access.
The completely robotic Trydent 80 small-pipe cutting system from
TRY TEK Machine Works solves that issue. The unit garnered plenty of
attention among representatives from several industries at the 2015 Water
& Wastewater Equipment, Treatment & Transport (WWETT) Show in
Indianapolis in February.
We believe that the small pipe and relining market is still emerging,
says Troy Miller, a senior engineer with TRY TEK and the designer of the
Trydent 80. Were convinced that this product can meet the needs of that
market.
The system was designed with versatility in mind.

Troy Miller
The unit performs reinstatement of interior or exterior relined pipes from

3 to 6 inches in diameter. Operators can access pipe systems through cleanout ports or rooftop vent pipes in buildings where tenants are present or
utility operations that cannot be disturbed. It can be used to reinstate an
entire vertical waste pipe from a single access point, as its small, powerful
cutting head can maneuver around 90- and 45-degree elbows and navigate
multiple bends and turns. Its reach extends up to 100 feet and its narrow 23inch width enables easy access through doorways, or easy transport on rough
or difficult-to-reach terrain. It can be used to reinstate lateral pipes connected
to the sewer or utility main at ground or basement level.
The system was designed with versatility in mind, says Miller. We
believe that its a fit across a lot of different markets, including several that we
really havent explored a great deal.
It has a powerful hydraulic cutting head and clamping mechanism,
dual video outputs that permit digital recording, and an onboard color
camera with self-cleaning lens connected to a weather-resistant, sunlightreadable video monitor. Water-powered hydraulics eliminate the potential for
environmental hazards. An optional tripod carries the weight of hose during
vertical reinstatement. It has simple and quick setup and operation, and
operates with either 120 or 240 volt, and 50 or 60 Hz electric service.
Half of the battle when you are reinstating small pipelines is getting
the unit into the proper position to cut, says Miller. Then you need to have
enough power to make the cut. This unit provides that.
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Troy Miller, left, a senior engineer with TRY TEK and the designer of the Trydent 80 smallpipe cutting system, explains the operation of the unit to two attendees at the 2015 Water
& Wastewater Equipment, Treatment & Transport (WWETT) Show in Indianapolis. The
portable, robotic unit performs reinstatement of interior or exterior relined pipes from 3 to
6 inches in diameter. (Photo by Craig Mandli)
While the portability and efficiency of the unit makes it a fit for all small
pipe systems, the option to reinstate lateral connections from a single access
point inside a building sets it apart, according to Miller.
The idea of relining a vertical stack in a building has actually kept
contractors from bidding on jobs because of the difficulty reinstating it after,
says Miller. Thats the type of problem this unit was made for.
TRY TEK decided to debut the Trydent 80 at the WWETT Show because
it, Miller says, gives us the most bang for our buck.
This is the show we were really aiming for rolling this out, and the
timing fell nicely into place, says Miller. Not only do we talk to a lot of
plumbers at this show, but also municipalities, general contractors and utility
service companies in the oil and mining sector. All those have a place for the
Trydent 80. No one else has what this offers in one package. 717/428-1477;
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Industry News
AMERISAFE NAMES SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT

AMERISAFE, provider of high hazard workers compensation insurance,
named David Morton senior vice president of sales and marketing. He will be
responsible for future sales and growth within the organization.
GAPVAX RENTAL NAMES

OPERATIONS MANAGER
GapVax Rental Units named Earnest Rankin
operations manager. GapVax Rental Units offers daily,
weekly or monthly vacuum truck rentals.
BENLEE OFFERS RECYCLING REPORT

LEGACY OPENS NEW CORPORATE OFFICE
Legacy Building Solutions opened a new corporate office at its
headquarters in South Haven, Minnesota. The 70- by 80-foot, two-story
structure provides 10,000 square feet of office space for the companys
engineering, sales and marketing teams. The office is attached to Legacys
existing fabric manufacturing plant.
Earnest Rankin
Benlee, manufacturer of roll-off trailers, and its sister companies,

Goldsboro and Raleigh Metal Recycling, launched the Commodities and
Metal Recycling Report. The weekly video, posted on the companies websites,
features a synopsis of the industry, as well as demand and pricing direction
for metals and other commodities.
WASTEQUIP ADDS REGIONAL SALES MANAGERS
EMCO WHEATON NAMES SUPERVISOR

OF ENGINEERING SERVICES
Wastequip named Anthony E. Parker and Ernie Castro regional sales

managers for its Technical Products Division. Parker will be responsible for
the Midwest region and Castro will be responsible for growing sales in the
Southeast, Latin America and Caribbean.
Emco Wheaton, supplier of fluid transfer systems,

named Daniel Gheorghiu supervisor of engineering
services in Canada. He will lead the engineering team
in the design and development of products and systems.
Daniel Gheorghiu
PROGRESS TANK LAUNCHES WEBSITE

Progress Tank launched a new website, www.progresstank.com. The site
features real-time online inventory of new and refurbished units, one-click
access to customer service, and detailed descriptions and images of vacuum
tank trucks.
VACUUM TRUCK RENTALS ADDS

HYDRO-KNIFE HYDROEXCAVATOR
Vacuum Truck Rentals added the Ledwell Hydro-Knife hydroexcavator
to its fleet of rental equipment. The 2,100-gallon hydroexcavator delivers up to
200 degrees of hot water at 3,000 psi. Two 125-foot hoses work independently
or in tandem to deliver 10 gpm each. The Hydro-Knife supports multiple
excavators with or without onboard water systems.
ARIES INDUSTRIES NAMED BUSINESS OF THE YEAR

Aries Industries was named a 2015 Top 10 Business of the Year by
the Waukesha County Business Alliance and BizTimes Media. The award
recognizes companies headquartered in southeastern Wisconsin that have
consistent financial growth and demonstrate good business practices through
employee relations, customer-focused commitment, community service and
business education partnerships.
TROSTEL NAMES BUSINESS

DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
Trostel, a custom rubber molding and compounding
company, named Rafael Tavarez business development
manager. He will lead the companys client service and
sales efforts targeting the oil and gas industries.
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Klein Tools received three product awards in Electrical, Construction &

Maintenance magazines Product of the Year competition. Kleins all-purpose
pliers placed first in the hand tools category, the cushion-grip impact
punchdown tool placed first in the voice-data-video tools category and the
tradesman pro lighted tool bag placed first in the bags and totes category.
DRESSER-RAND INDUCT
LUCAS, MOLL INTO
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Dresser-Rand, global supplier
of rotating equipment solutions to
the oil, gas, petrochemical, power
and process industries, inducted
George M. Lucas
Randall W. Moll
George M. Lucas and Randall W.
Moll into the Dresser-Rand Engineering Fellowship Program.
KONECRANES PERSONNEL
EARN SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS
John Philip Edwards, Konecranes safety specialist, completed
requirements for a Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP) certification
as a safety trained supervisor (STS). Robert W. Trachsler and Charles D. Royko,
health, safety and environmental managers, completed requirements for a
BCSP certification as occupational health and safety technologists (OHST).
CEMA ISSUES STANDARD FOR

RANKING CONVEYOR BELT CLEANERS
Rafael Tavarez
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KLEIN TOOLS RECEIVES NEW

PRODUCT DESIGN AWARD
The Conveyor Equipment Manufacturers Association (CEMA) issued
COLE Seeking
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2016 WWETT Show in Indianapolis, Indiana, Feb. 17-20.
Education is a huge part of the Water & Wastewater Equipment,
Treatment & Transport Show. The 2015 WWETT Show offered more than 100
educational seminars covering everything from nozzle selection to manhole rehabilitation.
Industry professionals interested in presenting in 2016 should complete
and submit a seminar proposal form no later than Aug. 1, 2015. Forms may be
completed online at wwettshow.com/cfp.
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from a neutral, non-product-specific point of view.
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Grease collection, treatment, and disposal
Municipal collection, treatment, and disposal
Onsite systems installation, components, and maintenance
Sewer & drain cleaning, inspection, repair, relining, locating,
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Dewatering, biosolids, treatment, and technology
Portable sanitation special events and restroom service
Business marketing, financials, and social media
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Technology and software
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section on belt cleaning.
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The E2x series of high-performance, non-sparking alarm horn sounders,
Xenon strobe beacons and combined devices from E2S received approval
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Building the Business
KEEPING YOUR
STAFF FOCUSED
Workplace distractions can sidetrack employees from doing
their jobs, but managers can minimize the diversions
By Marty Martin
s managers know all too well,

workday distractions are everywhere, stealing your employees
precious time and productivity. Between
new technologies that beg for peoples attention to the prevalence of shortened attention spans, everyone on your team may
be more distracted today than in the past.
Of course, being distracted at work creates
numerous problems, from missed opportunities to strained business relationships.
Therefore, you need to manage employees
effectively to minimize their distractions.
First, realize there are two categories
of distraction: internal and external. Internal distractions include any physiological,
emotional, attitudinal, biological or physical discomfort. Examples include having
an upset stomach or a headache, worrying about a personal matter, feeling overwhelmed with tasks, sitting in an uncomfortable chair, experiencing anger toward a
co-worker or grieving a loss. Any of these
situations can quickly take an employees
attention away from his or her tasks.
External distractions involve other
people and technology. Some examples
are social media and text alerts ringing on
a smartphone, email notifications popping
up on a computer screen and other employees who talk loudly in the office. These
seemingly innocuous items easily divert
peoples attention.
The real challenge is that most employees arent experiencing just one or two
of these distractions. Theyre facing work
interruptions on a daily basis.
On top of all the internal and external
distractions, organizational structures have
changed over the years, packing more
duties and responsibilities into every job
description. That means your employees
today have to spread their attention thin
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just to complete their expected workload.

With all of these factors, its no wonder so
many people feel distracted at work.
Fortunately, most distractions can be
eliminated from the workplace if you take
the time to manage them. Heres how.
Design or redesign a job from a
distractibility point of view.
Its natural for a manager to blame the
employee for becoming distracted, saying
things like Hes not a team player, Shes
not motivated or He doesnt work well
here. The manager may even reprimand
the individual for poor performance. But
Create a distraction elimination plan.

Think back to your elementary school
days. You likely had a few kids in the class
who always bothered others, threw spitballs or just stared out the window for
hours. What did the teacher do? She had
a plan. If the kids were disruptive to the
class, shed move them up front near her.
If they were window gazers, shed position
their desks so they could no longer see the
window. No matter what the disruptive behavior, she knew what to do because she
had a plan in mind for it.
Good managers do the same. They sit
down with the distracted employee and
together create a distraction elimination
plan (DEP). By working together, they may
decide on some physical changes in the office that can help, such as moving to a new
cubicle or changing the lighting, or they
may figure out strategies the employee can
use to maintain focus, such as not having
an email program always open or disabling
smartphone alerts.
The great thing about a plan is that it
provides concrete references and is used as
a benchmark to gauge progress. Additionally, all organizations have risk management
The real challenge is that most employees arent experiencing just one
or two distractions. Theyre facing work interruptions
on a daily basis.
before going that route, take a good look at
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What are the job duties, both the ones
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the ones that person just always seems to
do? Whats the working environment like?
What visual or auditory distraction triggers
are present? How is the office set up? Is
the lighting, the chair and the desk layout
conducive to good work habits? What other
factors impact the employees efficiency,
effectiveness and performance?
If the work environment and the
job are poorly designed, the talented
individuals you bring in will continue
to struggle, perhaps not because of their
habits but due to the bad design. Therefore,
before you reprimand, analyze. What you
find may surprise you.
plans, strategic plans, operational plans

and business plans, so why not also have
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Offer other resources when needed.
Sometimes, even with the managers
help and a solid DEP in place, the
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the manager has to know when to offer
additional resources. If your business has
an employee assistance program, you may
want to consider making a recommendation
to an appropriate resource or service.
If you dont have a formal program,
present the idea of additional help in a
supportive and neutral fashion. You could
even suggest it as a step in the DEP: If the
outlined steps in this plan dont resolve the
issue, then the employee will seek outside
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The transport of water and wastewater to and from job
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can be found below, along with pipeline maintenance and
water trucks.
Bulk Transport
1. Benlee Super Mini
At 25 feet 11 inches, the Super Mini roll-off
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when attached to a tractor, but has a tighter turning
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rear door, and adjustable latches and hinges. Lid
options include aluminum side-to-side rolling
lids, steel split rolling lids and side-to-side tarps.
Other options include front rollers, drains and
valves, dewatering shells, placard holders, and
push plates. Standard sizes are 20- or 25-cubicyard round-bottom or rectangular containers.
877/468-9278; www.wastequip.com.
Pipe/Pipe Tools
4. Asahi/America Poly-Flo
The
Poly-Flo
co-extruded
doublecontainment piping system from Asahi/America
is available in black PE and euro grey PP-R. It is
ideal for installations with space constraints and
systems where thermal expansion and contraction
are present. The system includes full pressure,
drainage and machined fittings. This SDR-designed
system is available in 1- by 1 1/2-, 2- by 3- and 4by 6-inch sizes, and operates up to 150 psi at 68
degrees F. Black PE is suited for outside, aboveground applications because of its UV resistance,
and it performs well in underground installations
because of its resistance to crack propagation.
Euro grey PP-R is ideal for applications running
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at higher temperatures due to its high pressure

rating. The system is available with manual and
low-point leak detection sensors. 800/343-3618;
www.asahi-america.com.
5. Graphic Products DuraLabel

Oily Surface Tape
DuraLabel Oily Surface Tape from Graphic
Products aggressively adheres to greasy surfaces,
allowing facilities to provide pipe markers for
safety and OSHA and ANSI compliance. The
tapes adhesive backing chemically bonds
with petroleum-based surface contaminants
to produce a strong and lasting bond in tough
conditions. It will stand up to gasoline, moisture
and salt spray to ensure pipe markings are clear
and legible. Pipe markers are protected by a
tough, polyester face-stock, making it ideal for use
in dirty work environments and on impossibleto-clean surfaces. The white tape is available in
1/2- to 9-inch widths and is compatible with
most DuraLabel printers. 888/326-9244; www.
graphicproducts.com.
6. McElroy QuickCamp
The QuickCamp shelter and pipe-handling
system from McElroy Manufacturing enables
operators to butt fuse polyethylene pipe from
8-inch IPS to 36-inch OD within a lighted,
insulated and climate-controlled enclosure. A
single operator can load and align pipe by remote
control from inside the shelter with the MegaMc
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shelter houses a hydraulically powered 1236/900
or 824/630 fusion carriage with room for an office,
break room or storage. It also includes electrical
outlets and can be set up by two people. 918/8368611; www.mcelroy.com/fusion.
7. ScreenCo Systems
Handle-Tech Hose Handles
Handle-Tech Hose Handles, distributed
by ScreenCo Systems, enable technicians to
safely clamp onto hose or pipe and easily grip,
torque and release it single-handedly through
a natural movement. Through mud, cold, rain
or sleet, the handles design allows workers to
safely and efficiently manipulate hoses and pipes
in any climate. They are ideal for drilling, mud
suction hose, tanker hose, pneumatic truck
hose, aircraft refueling hose, frac pipe, drill pipe,
welding poly pipe and other rigid pipes. Sizes
range from 1 1/2 to 6 inches, with an 8-inch
version coming soon. Handles are manufactured
with long-glass nylon that enhances the thermal
insulation properties. They are strong, nonconductive and wear-resistant in temperatures
from -40 to 150 degrees F to withstand steam
blasting with deicing equipment. 208/790-8770;
www.screencosystems.com.
Pipeline Assessment
Tools and Software
8. Marengo Fabricated
Steel Tank-Intel
Tank-Intel smart remote tank monitoring
from Marengo Fabricated Steel is a hardware/
software-based system that works on any tank.
Dual-level sensors deliver two liquid tank
levels to a smartphone, PC or tablet. Changes
in the chemical and physical properties of the
measured substance do not affect the sensor. The
customizable system can withstand temperature
extremes. 800/919-2652; www.mfsltd.com.
9. Wilson Systems IntelliTest

IntelliTest from Wilson Systems is a fully
automated hydrostatic tester to certify critical
iron parts in fracking applications. It can be used
to test check valves, plug valves and plumbing
components, as well as fracking trucks and
manifolds. Once started, the test requires no
operator intervention, allowing the operator
to be available for other tasks, increasing work
throughput. The automation ensures test integrity,
repeatability and traceability, and prevents over
pressurizing the test specimen. Scalable from 50 to
60,000 psi, each system is provided with onboard
air and fluid conditioning, and allows for pressure
ramping between tests to multiple pressure levels
without operator interaction. It can be operated
either locally or remotely via PC or mobile device
through a touch screen. It is available with or

without an integrated cabinet enclosure, making
it easily integrated into an existing test chamber.
972/931-8666; www.intellitesthst.com.
Vacuum Tank Trucks

and Trailers
10. Amthor Matador
The aluminum Matador ASME code or noncode vacuum tank from Amthor International
comes standard with a 5/16-inch-thick side
shell and floor, full head baffles and no external
rings. It is available as a dumping tank with or
without full-opening rear doors, as well as with
off-road construction options for various oilfield
and mining applications. Various pump models
are available, as are chassis and stock tanks.
800/328-6633; www.amthorinternational.com.
11. Advanced Waste

Services VacSimizer
The VacSimizer vacuum system from
Advanced Waste Services is designed for oneperson operation. Easily maneuverable in tight
areas, it delivers 2,400 cfm and legally hauls
42,000 pounds (80,000 pounds GVW). It has
the capacity of a 5,000-gallon semi-tanker and
the maneuverability of a straight vacuum truck.
Axles retract for tight locations and extend to
comply with bridge laws for driving with a full
load. Features include 25-foot hose trays and a
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door. The unit carries 200 feet of 4-inch vacuum
hose and can be loaded from either side. 800/8429792; www.advancedwasteservices.com.
12. CanAm Extreme Duty

Oilfield Combo Vacuum
The Extreme Duty Oilfield Combo Vacuum
unit from CanAm Equipment Solutions has a
3,200-gallon DOT 407 waste tank with full-open
rear door and front hoist in either aluminum,
stainless or carbon steel construction. It is
available with Robuschi, NVE or Hibon positive
displacement blowers, providing 900 to 1,600 cfm
of high vacuum for continuous-duty operation.
The fully heated, self-contained water system
includes 800 gallons of storage. A CAT pressure
pump provides water delivery up to 10 gpm and
pressures to 3,000 psi. The Hotsy boiler package
provides more than 700,000 Btu of heating power
for hot water or steam. It is available in a variety
of configurations for variable and industrial liquid
waste to heavy oilfield applications. 877/5822626; www.canamequipment.com.
13. Centerline Tank & Trailer

large-capacity vacuum trailer
Stainless steel vacuum trailers in either 180
or 200 bbl capacities from Centerline Tank &
Trailer have a significantly larger capacity than
the companys original 130 bbl model. The weight
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of the unit is less than lined carbon steel or lined

aluminum vacuum trailers. The design also moves
away from passively cooled vacuum pumps, now
employing fan- or liquid-cooled pumps. 800/7525159; www.centerlinetrailer.com.
14. Crescent Tank Flat Vacuum Tank

The Flat Vacuum Tank from Crescent Tank
Mfg. has a low-profile design with low center of
gravity, making it safe on off-road and unstable
terrain. It can be custom sized from 100 to 2,000
gallons and allows operators to carry equipment
needed for the job on the bed. Liquid is held
inside the truck bed and can be configured with
multiple compartments. The vacuum tank is
constructed from 1/4-inch mild steel. 585/6574104; www.crescenttank.com.
15. Dragon Products 137BBL LowProfile Non-Code Vacuum Tank Trailer

The 137BBL Low-Profile Non-Code Vacuum
Tank Trailer from Dragon Products has a capacity
of 5,754 gallons, with a design pressure of 15
psi internal, 22 inch/Hg external, and 45 psig
hydrostatic test. It has four manways, all domed
style with plated swing bolts and wing nuts and
one in rear head. It has a ball-type primary shutoff in the front manway, and ball-type secondary
on the drivers side front with drain. Its over-turn
protection includes three tombstones located
at front, middle and rear on top of tank. It has
a Watson Chalin Integra TI300 (lightweight

integrated) air-ride suspension, 30,000 pounds
per axle, tandem axle. The unit has steel grit blast
coating on all steel surfaces, painted metallic
silver with high-solids polyurethane. 877/2318198; www.dragonproductsltd.com.
16. Fast-Vac Shuttle

The 16-cubic-yard Shuttle roll-off/lift-off
vacuum loader from Fast-Vac has all the capacities
and functionality of a truck-mounted vacuum but
without the maintenance of a truck. They are
ideally suited to refuse applications, industrial
cleanups and spills. Multiple units may be in
field service and moved with only a single truck.
262/878-0756; www.fast-vac.com.
17. Foremost 2000

The 2000 Model vacuum truck from
Foremost is mounted on a tridem or quad
axle chassis, and comes with a 2,000-gallon
water tank, 13-yard debris body and a 70inch aluminum, heated and lit doghouse. The
insulated van body offers ample storage room,
shelving and a microwave on the drivers side. It
is available with either a standard Robuschi RBDV125 blower or optional Robuschi RB-DV145.
The water system comprises a CAT 3560 wash
pump, 740,000 Btu boiler and full winterization.
The 26-foot rear-mounted extendable boom
is controlled by a wireless Omnex controller,
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wash and vehicle rpm functions. 403/295-5800;
www.foremost.ca.
18. GapVax HV57 High-Dump

The HV57 High-Dump vacuum loader from
GapVax allows customers to stay on site longer
with the capability to off-load into a standard rolloff container. The debris body high-dump system
has a 72-inch dump height in the fully raised
position with the body down; a 61-inch dump
height in the fully raised position with the body
dumped; and 22-inch rearward travel (no need to
move the truck with the body elevated). It is a
wet/dry unit that comes standard with a 5,300
cfm, 28-inch Hg vacuum pump and filtration
system design, and 15- to 17-cubic-yard debris
body. 888/442-7829; www.gapvax.com.
19. Guzzler Classic

The Guzzler Classic industrial vacuum
loader from Guzzler Manufacturing has
enhanced operator ergonomics and improved
air routing, filtration and maintenance. A longer
body provides improved material separation. The
standard ladder, catwalk and railing provide the
operator with easy and safe access to the top of
the truck. Enlarged baghouse and cyclone cleanout access doors provide easier access. 800/6273171; www.guzzler.com.
20. Hi-Vac Aquatech B-10

The Aquatech B-10 combination jet/vac
truck from Hi-Vac Corp. has a single-engine
design for lower fuel and maintenance costs, rearmounted hose reel and 360-degree top-loading
rotating boom. The low center of gravity makes
full loads more stable, while the self-cleaning
tanks are corrosion- and abrasion-resistant. The
air/vacuum system has an operating capacity of
2,700 cfm and a 204-inch water column. Options
include extended boom, pneumatic foot control
for one-man operation and lockable vacuum
tubes. An internal boom allows for pickup of
materials above and below water. 740/374-2306;
www.hi-vac.com.
21. Imperial Industries VAC3000

VAC3000 Series trucks from Imperial
Industries are ASME-certified 407/412 steel DOT
units with capacities of 3,200 and 3,600 gallons.
Choose either a blower system (NVE 4310 or
the Hibon 820) or a vacuum system (Fruitland,
Moro or Wittig) to meet specific needs. The units
feature three rollover bars, bolt-on aluminum
hose trays, 4-inch riser intake, 6-inch discharge,
full-opening rear door, three-stage hoist assembly
and a complete hydraulically controlled system.
800/558-2945; www.imperialind.com.
22. Keith Huber Corporation Knight PD

The Knight PD air-mover from Keith Huber
Corporation uses a Robuschi RB-DV145 blower
capable of 6,176 cfm. The Huber Master Control

allows the operator to control all functions
with the push of a button from one centralized
location, including a separate baghouse and
cyclone clean-out. It has a 3,000-gallon carbon
steel tank with 5/16-inch shell, a DOT-approved
boom mount, centrifugal nine-stage cyclone,
hydraulically operated full-opening rear door with
integrated safety cylinder valve, tank-mounted
hydraulic vibrator, 53-degree dump angle, 6-inch
discharge valve (mechanical or air operated),
6-inch intake valve with internal standpipe, rear
work lights, LED running lights, a backup alarm
and grounding reel. Options include ASME/
DOT 412, pressure off-load, Huber Lock rear
door, hydraulically operated boom with 22 feet of
reach and wireless operation and a HammerHead
Armor
front
bumper.
800/334-8237;
www.keithhuber.com.
23. LMT hot-dip galvanized

vacuum tank
Hot-dip galvanized vacuum tanks from LMT
resist corrosion in harsh environments. Steel
tanks are fully submerged to provide full coverage
inside and out. Galvanizing deters against caustic
liquids and gases. Tanks are available in 300to 5,000-gallon capacities with customizable
options. They are available with single or multiple
compartments. Galvanized tanks can remain
unpainted or be painted for a more traditional
appearance. 800/545-0174; www.vaxteel.com.
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28. Super Products Arctic Supersucker
The KT Series vacuum truck from Pac-Mac,

a division of Hol-Mac Corporation, has a noncode carbon steel tank with two 4-inch rear sump
discharges (in 60, 70 and 80 bbl size options),
butterfly valve options, an OSMI or Spicer transfer
case, Gardner Denver (TEE) triplex pump, 1.75to 3-inch Colmonoy plungers, a high-pressure
cast steel fluid end for well service, mechanical
lubricator for stuffing box packing, a Fruitland
RCF500 vacuum pump, stainless steel float level
indicator in the front tank head, 2-inch high
pressure piping with a 2-inch Oteco 5,000 psi
pop-off valve, Weir SPM 2- by 1-inch plug valve for
pressure relief and 1-inch double swivel piping. It
has a self-lubricating chain guard for efficient and
smooth operation, with an exterior 4-inch fluidfilled pressure gauge visible through the headache
rack. 800/844-3019; www.e-pac-mac.com.
The Powervac Suck N Dump PD blower

wet/dry vacuum loader from Presvac operates as
an air mover for dry applications or can be used
at full vacuum and extreme recovery rates for
tough liquid, sludge and slurry jobs. The material
knockout feature in the debris tank minimizes
carryover. Heavy-duty modular filtration is
configured to blower size and application
to provide blower protection and minimal
maintenance. Blower options include Hibon,
Roots or Robuschi, with full vacuum and 3,500
to 6,600 cfm. It has modular filtration optimized
for cfm rating and application, along with 12-inch
cyclone and baghouse dump chutes. Heavy-duty
spring tensioned bolts allow for adjustment to
maintain leakproof sealing. The dump chute doors
open with the debris tank door. Options include
stainless steel dump chutes, a boom, pressure
off-load, water pump, soundproofing and heated
valves. 800/387-7763; www.presvac.com.
The Arctic Supersucker vacuum truck from

Super Products makes dependable operation
in harsh conditions easier by relying on a design
specifically for use in frigid environments. It has
an 8-inch positive displacement vacuum system,
18-cubic-yard payload capacity and body dump
unloading, and cold-weather features including a
glycol-heated collector body and tailgate, heated
and insulated heavy-duty tailgate drain valve, and
low-temperature-rated hydraulic oil and hoses. It
comes with a hydraulic boom with stainless steel
cannon with an abrasion-resistant liner, and coldweather-resistant wiring and pendant for easy,
dependable operation of the boom. Dual liquid
level indicators, LED work light package and an
extra-large 90-inch toolbox are standard. 800/8379711; www.superproductsllc.com.
25. Pik Rite 3,600-gallon vacuum unit

The 3,600-gallon steel tank vacuum unit
from Pik Rite is equipped with a 20-inch manway,
aluminum hose trays and a DOT rear bumper. It has
a 6-inch dump valve, 4-inch inlet with standpipe, a
cleanable exhaust muffler and a ladder with safety
grip tread. Working force is provided by a Masport
HXL400 liquid-cooled pump with a 10-gallon
secondary and final filter. Sight eyes, safety strobes
and an LED light package are standard. Options
include toolboxes, backup cameras and extra
lighting. 800/326-9763; www.pikrite.com.
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27. Progress Tank Carbon Steel Front

Hoist and Full-Open Rear Door
The ASME 407/412 Carbon Steel Front Hoist
and Full-Open Rear Door from Progress Tank is
built with a specialized corrugated baffle that not
only allows for superior product control during
transporting, but maximizes solids off-loading
capability. It is available in carbon steel, stainless
steel and aluminum, all in ASME, non-code, DOT
and TC. 816/714-2600; www.progresstank.com.
29. Vac-Con Industrial Vacuum Loader

The Industrial Vacuum Loader from VacCon is available with Hi-Dump and an Automatic
Material Return System. Single-mode machines
can recover wet or dry material with up to 28
inches Hg. Positive displacement blowers are
capable of pulling material as much as 700 feet. It
is available with a hydroexcavation package, which
adds a powerful, high-pressure water system that
works together with the vacuum system to excavate
around sensitive underground utilities, locate
underground systems and excavate in areas with
limited access. 888/491-5762; www.vac-con.com.
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A high-dump option for AllJetVac
combination jet/vac sewer cleaners from Vacall
Gradall Industries allows the operator to
raise the debris tank 76 inches above ground
level and shift the tank horizontally 21 inches
beyond the rear bumper. After removing debris
from clogged lines, the operator can raise, shift
and tilt the debris tank to dump material faster
and more efficiently into dewatering containers,
avoiding the need for dangerous ramps. The tank
movement and dumping is accomplished with a
wireless remote control, affording the operator a
clear view of the dumping process. The chance
of spills can be further avoided with an optional
slanting splash shield extending from the debris
tank. 800/382-8302; www.vacallindustries.com.
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32. Ledwell & Son 4,000-gallon

water tank
31. Curry Supply 4,500-gallon

off-road articulated water truck
The 4,000-gallon water tank from Ledwell

& Son is built with high-strength steel and lined
with Polibrid 705 that helps extend the tanks
duration against deterioration. It is painted to
the customers color request and delivered with
a quick turnaround. It comes with a 350 gpm
PTO-driven pump, five spray heads and an
optional 6-inch Sparger gravity dump bar. The
tank is 15 feet long, and its height is based off
of a 60-inch-diameter head. 888/533-9355;
www.ledwell.com. GOMC
Curry Supply offers a 4,500-gallon tank on

an off-road articulated 922 Hydrema chassis.
These low-profile off-highway trucks replace
standard all-wheel-drive highway trucks. The low
profile and low center of gravity of the 922 gives
it stability and safety. They are designed for use
in a variety of industry applications, including
oil and gas, underground and surface mining,
construction or anywhere that low operating
height is a concern or unstable ground conditions
are a factor. They are ideal to operate in remote
areas without access roads. Ship-out tank kits
are available for easy installation. 800/345-2829;
www.currysupply.com.
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6. McElroy QuickCamp
7. ScreenCo Systems Handle-Tech Hose Handles
Pipeline Assessment Tools and Software
8. Marengo Fabricated Steel Tank-Intel
9. Wilson Systems IntelliTest
Vacuum Tank Trucks and Trailers

10. Amthor Matador
11. Advanced Waste Services VacSimizer
12. CanAm Extreme Duty Oilfield Combo Vacuum
13. Centerline Tank & Trailer large-capacity vacuum trailer
14. Crescent Tank Flat Vacuum Tank
15. Dragon Products 137BBL Low-Profile Non-Code
Vacuum Tank Trailer
16. Fast-Vac Shuttle
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Case Studies
Liquid and Dry Bulk Transport Equipment,

Pipeline Installation, Maintenance and Inspection
By Craig Mandli
BAG STOP HANDLES HIGH PRESSURES AT LARGE OIL REFINERY
Problem
TEAM Industrial Services was called in to take a look at a corroded, leaking water, caustic and
catalyst line in a refinery in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This was a 1.5-inch line coming off a 16inch header. TEAM was able to enclose and seal the leak, but after a time, corrosion down the
line from the enclosure caused complete joint failure. Since it was a 150 psi line, a bag stop that
could handle 300 psi inflation pressures would be needed to inhibit flow to complete repairs.
Solution
TEAM needed a bag that would seal off a 16-inch line while withstanding caustic conditions
and very high pressures. They purchased two custom-designed bags (one for backup) from
Petersen Products designed using ballistic nylon made impermeable and corrosion-resistant
with EPDM. TEAM then built a test vessel that modeled the 16-inch header on their premises
and used pumps to raise internal pressures to 150 psi. In addition to bag integrity, they also
wanted to measure and analyze forces on the bags launch tube. The launch tube is what we
bolt onto the bag for actual insertion and inflation, says Scott Lominac, a TEAM hot tapping services coordinator. It pushes the bag in a measured distance,
we inflate with liquid and/or gas and it stays in place for the entire repair. And then its used to withdraw the bag. During testing, the bags and launch tube
held up well.
Result
The bag reached design pressures and achieved a 100 percent seal that held during repair work. Line repairs were completed without substantially affecting
refinery operations. Well certainly work at 150 psi again, says Lominac. And well be establishing new ranges we expect to use inflatable plugs at even higher
pressures. 800/926-1926; www.pipeplug.com. GOMC
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Product News
Product Spotlight
Constant-tension winches with
adjustable boom add flexibility
to pipe bursting process
By Ed Wodalski
Grundowinch hydrostatic constant-tension
winches, available in 5-, 10- and 20-ton models from
TT Technologies, are designed for variable conditions
in below-grade work, such as pipe bursting, cable
pulling, sliplining, pipe pulling and swagelining.
Also available is the variable speed 3-ton model for
pipe splitting.
Its another tool for upsizing lines or collapsed
lines that need to be repaired, says Kevin Nagle,
national accounts manager, TT Technologies. It gives
the contractor the option of coming in with a new pipe
and not just putting a patch on a problem. You can get
another 100 years of life out of a new pipe.
All winch models feature protective cable storage
and a two-cylinder, 35 hp diesel engine, as well as
hydraulic and adjustable booms designed for pulling
liners and pipe-splitting equipment.
A remote control lowers the boom into the
manhole, Nagle says. Its for ease of use and
contractors who deal in high production. The
nice thing about using the boom system is theres
no exposed cable. If theres a break in the line or
something should happen during the bursting
process, the cable is protected from coming out and
injuring someone.
The constant-tension design senses and

automatically eliminates cable slack. Operational
features include single-lever tension control (no gears
to engage), power-assisted winch line feed and winch
controls at the rear of the unit for a safe view of the job
while the winch is in operation.
Constant tension is needed for the pipe bursting
application, Nagle says. You usually use the winch
with a pneumatic hammer, which is doing the work.
The winch is just there to keep tension on the front
of the tool while its advancing through the pipe. You
dont ever want to have any slack in the winch line.
If you get slack in the bursting process utilizing
a winch thats not constant tension, the tool could
run over the winch line and separate from the line,
he says. Youd lose the connection between the
pneumatic hammer and your winch. The bursting
process would end at that point and youd have to dig
up your tool.
The winch, with 2,000 feet of cable line, is
mounted on a heavy-duty tandem-axle trailer with
hydraulic surge brakes for safe towing. Undercarriage
options include single- and double-axle models,
as well as all-terrain tracks. 800/533-2078;
www.tttechnologies.com.
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FLOWROX PULSATION DAMPENER

The Expulse pulsation dampener from Flowrox quiets noisy process pipes
while settling pressure peaks and uneven flow. The flexible, self-cleaning dampener
resists wear, corrosion and most chemicals. Providing a flexible pump connection,
the dampener reduces pipeline and pump hammering for increased gearbox and
bearing life. 410/636-2250; www.flowrox.us.
2. KOMATSU HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR

The PC390LC-11 hydraulic excavator from Komatsu America Corp. is
powered by a Komatsu SAA6D114E-6 Tier 4 Final engine that delivers 257
net hp. The excavator has an operating weight of between 87,388 and 89,248
pounds. Komtrax technology relays fuel levels, diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) levels,
operating hours, location, cautions and maintenance alerts. 847/437-5800;
www.komatsuamerica.com.
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3. BJM PUMPS HIGH-CAPACITY SLURRY PUMPS

KZE Series high-capacity pumps from BJM Pumps are designed for abrasive
and slurry applications in mining, mineral processing, sand and gravel, lime slurry,
fly ash, hydraulic fracking, slurry transport and drilling operations. Pump features
include oil-cooled and lubricated double mechanical design, permanently lubricated
upper and lower bearings, semi-open hard-metal slurry-type impeller capable of
passing 1-inch solids, chrome iron agitator, cast iron motor housing, and stainless
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The TruFrac composite frac plug from Weatherford International is rated for use
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turned on, the drain cleaner cable corkscrews itself into the line while the operator
safely stands behind the machine. The drain cleaner has a 3/4 hp motor that drives
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tail pulley. The cradles have wing supports that adjust to match CEMA standard
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The Model 3550 high-pressure plunger pump from Cat Pumps is rated to 10
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applications in remote or mobile applications such as hydroexcavating, jetting,
blasting and hydrostatic testing. It can be direct-driven hydraulically or pulley
driven from a motor or engine. Features include completely lubricated and cooled
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Roll-off trailer manufacturer tries to thwart safety violations
By Doug Day
reg Brown doesnt like hearing

about accidents involving rolloff trucks and trailers. As the
owner of Benlee, a manufacturer of roll-off
equipment, he knows the mistakes people
make are preventable.
Its done to save time and it can end up
in death. The question is what equipment
designers can do to outthink the person
who is trying to sidestep the system, says
Brown. In the 10 years he has owned the
company near Detroit, Benlee has made
ABOVE: A warning sign pointing

upward reminds roll-off truck drivers
to look up for power lines before
operating the equipment.
RIGHT: Wheel-checks are a simple
way for drivers to check for loose lug
nuts. The highly visible arrows are
installed in a pattern on each wheel.
The arrow on a loose nut will be out
of position so drivers can do a quick
visual check before hitting the road.
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many of which were aimed at improving the
safety of its roll-off trailers.
The company is now offering new
safety devices at their cost to help prevent
two common types of incidents. In a sixweek span in the fall of 2014, Brown says
he heard of two cases involving power lines
and two load-height accidents, resulting in
two deaths. Its sad, because people know
better. In the electrocution, the person just
wasnt careful, he wasnt watching what he
was doing. A driver killed
when his load hit an overpass
may have survived if he had
been wearing his seatbelt.
Roll-offs have large
warning stickers about power
lines. Benlee is now offering
a new 12-inch-square Look
Up sign with a bracket that
mounts directly behind the
controls. Its right in the
operators face, says Brown.
It is available at Benlees
cost of $25. Also available
at cost ($95) is a set of lights
that point upward to help
operators see power lines in
the dark.
Our equipment carries
heavy loads, says Brown,
so we are very focused on
safety. Benlee has served the
scrap industry for decades
and now provides fleets of
roll-off equipment for the
tar sand industry, such as in
Pennsylvania and Canada.
Besides
owning
Benlee, Brown has scrap
metal recycling companies in Raleigh and

Goldsboro, North Carolina, so he uses the
products he manufactures. In fact, one of
his own drivers escaped injury when he hit
an overpass on a customers property, but it
cost the company plenty. I just got the bill
for an enormous amount of money.
He says audible hoist alarms are often
disabled by drivers or not connected on
trailer units, because the noise is annoying.
Benlee now offers an amber blinking alarm
light and hoist up switch ($80) that is
mounted on the drivers side of the trailer
and visible only in the rearview mirror. It
isnt a bother and clearly reminds the driver
that the hoist is raised.
The question is what equipment

designers can do to outthink
the person who is trying to
sidestep the system.
Greg Brown
Brown says Benlee is always seeking

safety improvement ideas from customers
and has reduced risk in other ways,
including remote operation of controls to
prevent injury in case of equipment or hose
failure. The company also added a dead
man button to make it easier to operate
truck and trailer brakes. To make proper
settings, a driver usually has to get out of
the cab, climb back in and then get out
again, which increases the chance of injury.
With the dead man button, the trailer brake
is set in the cab and the operator only has to
exit once. When you hold the button in, it
disengages the trailer brake. Let go and the
brake is engaged, explains Brown.
Benlee also offers a simple product
called a wheel-check. The brightly colored
arrows are installed on wheel nuts after they
are torqued. If the nut comes loose, the
wheel-check will be out of align and easily
seen during a walk-around inspection.
Benlees new safety offerings are
available from its online store at Benlee.com
or by phone at 734/722-8100. GOMC
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