Mounted Valve Exercisers
Turning, operating or exercising valves are different ways of describing a vital task in maintaining water infrastructure. Wachs Utility Products mounted exercisers are the ideal tools for operating or exercising valves, and for hard to reach valves and fast shut downs. An organization can have hundreds or even thousands of valves that must be “exercised”, the process of running a valve through its full cycle to prevent sticking or freezing caused by factors such as tuberculation. For water organizations of all sizes Wachs Utility Products ERV-750 is the ideal valve exerciser.
The ERV-750 Extended Reach Valve Operator is the first choice of water system operators everywhere. It features hands free operation with an extendable arm that reaches out 13ft (3.96m) and provides 750 ft/lbs (1015 Nm) of torque, even when fully extended. The support system utilizes dual pivot points to reach over to any curbside valve box or hydrant, with a locking disc brake that holds the full torque of the machine while operating. The ERV-750 is offered in Low Stack models for mounting to trailers, skids, and flatbed trucks, plus a High Stack version for bumper mounting.
Wachs TM-7 safely implements AWWA valve exercising procedures on large valves, with the TM-7 fully conforming to the AWWA Valve Exercising Standard. Designed for stubborn valves, even ones you may already have scheduled for replacement, if it’s not broken the TM-7 will likely turn it. The TM-7 allows a single operator to exercise valves from 6in to 60in (DN150-1500) safely and quickly.
Available as a standalone option with truck and trailer mounting options, it’s offered in two models, the TM-7 SD Plus Standard Duty that develops up to 1500 ft/lbs (2034 Nm) of torque, and the TM-7 HD Plus Heavy Duty which develops 2500 ft/lbs (3390 Nm) of torque. TM-7 Plus models are fully compatible with VITALS Software and come standard with Bluetooth for communication with a variety of data logging programs.
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Wachs ERV-750 Extended Reach Valve exerciser is the first choice of water system operators everywhere. The ERV-750 is named for the 750 ft/ lbs (1015 Nm) of torque it delivers, torque it can deliver even when fully extended. It gives the power you expect with the reach you need, with a rotating and extendable arm that reaches out to a full 13ft (3.96m). The ERV-750 pivots to reach to curbside valve boxes or hydrants. It uses dual hydraulic locking disc brakes with push button release that’s designed to hold the full torque force of the machine while operating. Built to last, the ERV-750 arm is constructed with a strong 3in square steel box section to resist twisting forces. Available as a standalone option, it’s the ideal valve exerciser for water organizations of all sizes. The ERV-750 Low Stack model is ideal for mounting to trailers, skids, and flatbed trucks. It includes a mechanical lock to secure the exerciser during travel. The ERV-750 Low Stack is standard equipment on our Compact LX, Standard LX and Grand LX Trailers and Standard LX Skid system. -
When you need the Mack Daddy of valve exercisers, step up to Wachs TM-7 Plus. It’s designed to free and exercise the larger or older valves often found in bigger or more established cities. Difficult or impossible to operate when the need arises, simply applying brute force on these valves trying to exercise or free them up can break or damage the valve stem, leaving costly replacement as the only option. For that reason you need more than just power, you also need control and intelligence, which is exactly what the TM-7 Plus offers. Wachs TM-7 Plus automatically conforms to the AWWA Valve Exercising Standard, allowing a single operator to exercise and rehabilitate these stubborn valves, even ones you may already have scheduled for replacement. If it’s not broken the TM-7 will likely turn it without damaging it. Featuring a precision hydraulic drive system, the TM-7 Plus uses a onboard computer and advanced programming as its primary means for controlling torque and direction during operation; however as a backup, the Plus adds manual control of torque, direction of rotation and counts. Its design places the hydraulic motor and drive gear on a smooth, ball bearing equipped, lockable slide that offers compact dimensions with increased energy transfer. Available as a standalone option with truck and trailer mounting options, it’s offered in two models: 17-000-33 TM-7 SD Plus Standard Duty Plus that develops up to 1500 ft-lbs (2034 Nm) of torque* 17-000-32 TM-7 HD Plus Heavy Duty Plus which develops 2500 ft-lbs (3390 Nm) of torque* TM-7 Plus models are fully compatible with VITALS Software and come standard with Bluetooth for communication with a variety of data logging programs. *Requires VITALS Datalogger sold separately. -
Wachs ERV-750 Extended Reach Valve exerciser is named for the 750 ft/ lbs (1015 Nm) of torque it delivers, torque it can deliver even when fully extended. It gives the power you expect with the reach you need, with a rotating and extendable arm that reaches out to a full 13ft (3.96m). The ERV-750 pivots to reach to curbside valve boxes or hydrants. It uses dual hydraulic locking disc brakes with push button release that’s designed to hold the full torque force of the machine while operating. Built to last, the ERV-750 arm is constructed with a strong 3in square steel box section to resist twisting forces. Available as a standalone option, it’s the ideal valve exerciser for water organizations of all sizes. The ERV-750 High Stack version is designed for vehicle bumper mounting. It includes a mechanical lock to secure the exerciser during travel.
