Vacuum excavation is a nondestructive way of daylighting, and a vacuum truck can be even more effective in winter than in other seasons provided users follow a few simple steps.
Winterize equipment
Whether you own an air-vac truck or a hydrovac truck, you have to prepare it for cold-temperature operation.Check your machine’s instruction manual for specific recommendations. It will probably include the following:Switch over to winter tires
Start using a heavier oil designed for colder temperatures
Change over to a hydraulic fluid that is designed for winter operation
Top off the windshield wiper fluid tank
Check the battery and clean it and related components
Check filters and
