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# Vac-Ex

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## News

- [Blog](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/all-blogs/) - Explore the latest Vac-Ex blogs for insights on vacuum excavation, suction excavators, safety standards, and operated hire projects across the UK
- [Vacuum Excavator Hire in the UK – A Complete Guide for Contractors](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/blog/vacuum-excavator-hire-in-the-uk-a-complete-guide-for-contractors/) - Complete guide to vacuum excavator hire in the UK. Learn when to use it, how to hire quickly, and how it compares to traditional excavation.
- [What Happens on Site During a Vacuum Excavation Job?](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/blog/what-happens-on-site-during-a-vacuum-excavation-job/) - Understand what happens during a vacuum excavation job on site. From setup to service exposure, see how the process works in practice.
- [How Vacuum Excavation Supports PAS 128 and HSG47 Compliance](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/blog/how-vacuum-excavation-supports-pas-128-and-hsg47-compliance/) - Learn how vacuum excavation supports PAS 128 and HSG47 compliance. Reduce risk, safely expose utilities and meet UK excavation safety standards.
- [From Site Safety to Speed: The Top 5 Reasons Contractors Choose Vac-Ex Hire](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/blog/from-site-safety-to-speed-the-top-5-reasons-contractors-choose-vac-ex-hire/) - Discover why contractors across the UK choose vacuum excavation hire. Improve safety, reduce disruption and keep projects on track.
- [Need a Vacuum Excavator Tomorrow? How to Arrange Same-Day Vac-Ex Hire Near You](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/blog/need-a-vacuum-excavator-tomorrow-how-to-arrange-same-day-vac-ex-hire-near-you/) - Whether you’re dealing with an urgent repair, a project running behind schedule, it’s no surprise contractors are searching for emergency vacuum excavator
- [Why Utility Companies Are Switching to Non-Destructive Excavation](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/blog/why-utility-companies-are-switching-to-non-destructive-excavation/) - A decade ago, traditional mechanical digging was the norm. Today, the landscape looks very different
- [What Lies Beneath: The Hidden Dangers Lurking Below Construction Sites](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/blog/what-lies-beneath-the-hidden-dangers-lurking-below-construction-sites/) - Hidden and unnoticed underground utilities like electric cables, gas mains, water pipes and sewers are one of the more frequent and dangerous hazards on site
- [What Qualifications Should a Vac-Ex Operator Have?](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/blog/what-qualifications-should-a-vac-ex-operator-have/) - Operators must hold formal certifications, have practical exposure, and even health-and-safety as well as CPD (Continued Professional Development)
- [How Tracked Vacuum Excavators Improve Safety on Complex Sites](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/blog/how-tracked-vacuum-excavators-improve-safety-on-complex-sites/) - The presence of buried underground utilities can cause a big headache for construction projects if they are not approached in the safest and most effective way
- [Safety Benefits of Vacuum Excavation vs. Traditional Methods](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/blog/safety-benefits-of-vacuum-excavation-vs-traditional-digging-methods/) - While effective in some scenarios, traditional digging methods carry significant risks such as damaging underground utilities, endangering worker safety
- [What is a Mini Vacuum Excavator and When Should You Hire One?](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/blog/what-is-a-tracked-vac-ex-and-when-should-you-hire-one/) - Discover how a tracked Vac-Ex works, where it outperforms wheeled units, and when to hire one for safe, efficient excavation in tough or restricted access sites
- [Vacuum Excavation - The Revolution](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/blog/vacuum-excavation-the-revolution/) - Vacuum excavation is a non-destructive digging (NDD) method. Instead of using brute force to break ground, it employs high-pressure air to loosen soil, gravel
- [Vacuum Excavation Defined: A Safer, Smarter Way to Dig](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/blog/vacuum-excavation-defined-a-safer-smarter-way-to-dig/) - Vacuum excavation — also known as suction excavation or soft digging — is a clever, less invasive way to dig. It’s used when there’s a need to uncover what’s below ground without risking damage to buried services. Rather than ripping through the earth with a mechanical digger, this method uses air or water to loosen
- [Why Hiring a CPCS Ticketed Vac-Ex Operator Matters](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/blog/why-hiring-a-cpcs-ticketed-vac-ex-operator-matters/) - We break down exactly why hiring a certified Vac-Ex operator matters, and how it benefits you, and exactly why hiring a certified Vac-Ex operator matters
- [Top 5 Benefits of Using a Midi Tracked Suction Excavator](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/blog/top-5-benefits-of-using-a-tracked-suction-excavator-on-construction-sites/) - Tracked suction excavators are changing the way construction sites operate. Compared to traditional digging methods, these machines offer many advantages
- [Operated vs. Self-Drive Vac-Ex Hire: What’s the Smartest Choice for Your Next Job?](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/blog/operated-vs-self-drive-vac-ex-hire-whats-the-smartest-choice-for-your-next-job/) - When planning your next vacuum excavation project, deciding between operated Vac-Ex hire and self-drive hire is crucial. Choose a CPCS ticketed Vac-Ex operator
- [How vacuum excavation can significantly reduce reinstatement costs](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/blog/how-vacuum-excavation-can-significantly-reduce-reinstatement-costs/) - "Reinstatement costs" refer to the estimated cost associated with carrying out this restoration and include replacing spoil, topsoil and landscaping
- [Do winter months impact Vacuum & Suction Excavation Works?](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/blog/do-winter-months-impact-vacuum-suction-excavation-works/) - Simply put, yes it can be more dangerous to carry out excavations work during winter months due to frozen ground, poor visibility, and adverse weather
- [What makes our vacuum excavation operators elite?](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/blog/what-makes-our-vacuum-excavation-operators-elite/) - Our operators are at the heart of everything we do, they are the boots on the ground that get the job done and earn us our sterling reputation in the UK
- [Which sectors rely on vacuum & suction excavation?](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/blog/which-sectors-rely-on-vacuum-suction-excavation/) - Vacuum & suction excavation operated hire is becoming the preferred excavation method due to its benefits when considering safety, time and cost efficiency
- [Comparing Vacuum Excavation to Hydro Excavation](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/blog/comparing-vacuum-excavation-to-hydro-excavation/) - It’s important to understand the pros and cons of each excavation method and why each form of excavation should be deployed for the best possible outcomes
- [Give the gift of safe excavation with vacuum excavation](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/blog/give-the-gift-of-safe-excavation-with-vacuum-excavation/) - Vacuum excavation has been refined to have wider and more efficient applications throughout construction in more recent times, to find out more - Click Here
- [Revolutionising Fleet Management](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/blog/revolutionising-fleet-management/) - Introduction In the ever-evolving landscape of business operations, adaptability is key to staying ahead. One industry that has experienced a significant transformation in recent times is fleet management. Gone are the days of relying on unreliable third-party servicing partners and facing delays in vehicle repairs and maintenance. At VAC-EX Hire, we have embraced this change
- [Unveiling the Superiority of Vacuum Excavation](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/blog/unveiling-superiority-vacuum-excavation/) - Introduction When it comes to excavation, precision, safety, and efficiency are paramount. While traditional excavation methods have long been the norm, the emergence of vacuum excavation has revolutionised the industry. In this blog, we'll explore the different types of excavation techniques, with a special focus on the remarkable advantages of vacuum excavation. Traditional Excavation Traditional
- [Excavation Contractors – Going Beyond Equipment Rental in Vacuum Excavation](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/blog/excavation-contractors-going-beyond-equipment-rental-in-vacuum-excavation/) - In the world of construction excavation contractors, precision and safety are paramount. Whether it's digging trenches for utility lines, uncovering buried structures, or excavating in tight urban spaces, the need for accuracy and care cannot be overstated. This is where Vac-Ex comes into the picture, offering specialist-operated vacuum excavation hire services to construction companies. But
- [Can I do vacuum excavation or suction excavation myself?](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/blog/can-i-do-vacuum-excavation-suction-excavation-myself/) - While it may seem a good idea to hire equipment yourself, much better to talk to us and see how our expert operators can help with your project
- [Understanding Vacuum Excavation](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/blog/understanding-vacuum-excavation/) - What is Vacuum Excavation? Vacuum excavation is a modern and less invasive method used for digging and removing soil or other materials from the ground using a highly-powered suction. It can also be known and referred to as ‘Suction Excavation’. Where is Vacuum Excavation Used? It is used in various industries including construction and utilities
- [Hiring Vacuum or suction excavators – what should I look out for?](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/blog/hiring-vacuum-or-suction-excavators-what-should-i-look-out-for/) - So, you know you need vacuum or suction excavation as opposed to the traditional digging methods, but how do you separate the wheat from the chaff? When the real-world implications of choosing the wrong vacuum excavation company are so costly, it’s crucial you make your decision based on considerations that a company should be able
- [What are the disadvantages of vacuum excavation?](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/blog/what-are-the-disadvantages-of-vacuum-excavation/) - At John Mee Vac-Ex Hire, we talk a lot about the advantages of vacuum/suction excavation, but what are the disadvantages, you might be wondering? Vacuum Excavation advanced technology is a much quicker, non-invasive process to safely expose live utilities that traditional hand digging methods could easily damage. This excavation method is used for various applications
- [The scary costs and impacts of underground utility strikes](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/blog/the-scary-costs-and-impacts-of-underground-utility-strikes/) - Every time a utility strike occurs during excavation, it triggers a series of direct & indirect costs that will impact both the project and contractor
- [John Mee Vac-Ex Expanding Fleet](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/blog/john-mee-vac-ex-expanding-fleet/) - September 2021 – Galla The Galla unit is named after the Elephant which the company are incredibly proud to support at The Sheldrick Wildlife Trust. The Trust have worked to protect wildlife throughout Kenya for over 43 years. Galla is a 32T ‘Mega’ Dino 12 vacuum excavation unit and comes with 8 wheeled rear steer,
- [John Hine Retirement](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/blog/john-hine-retirement/) - John Hine recently retired from John Mee Construction Ltd John joined the company 22nd March 1999 working in the civils division on various projects throughout the UK, John’s a dedicated loyal member of staff who will be missed by everyone and it has been a privilege working with John. John was presented with retirement gifts
- [Another Dino 12 Delivery for December](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/blog/another-dino-12-delivery-for-december/) - December 2021 – Johnjoe II Johnjoe II Dino 12 unit is replacing our Dino 4 John jo unit. Johnjoe II is a 32T ‘Mega’ Dino 12 vacuum excavation unit with 8 wheeled rear steer, 12m³ capacity and the hydraulic extendable “Mega Arm” is the longest reaching hydraulic power arm in the market. View Video
- [Vac-Ex supporting Circus Starr](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/blog/vac-ex-supporting-circus-starr/) - John Mee Vac-Ex supporting Circus Starr, our chosen charity! Vac-Ex are incredibly proud to support a range of good causes both locally and globally, one of which being a charity very close to our hearts. Circus Starr - the circus with a purpose - provides the opportunity for children with additional needs, or those in
- [An Egg-cellent Donation to Doncaster Children’s Ward](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/blog/an-egg-cellent-donation-to-doncaster-childrens-ward/) - The team at John Mee Vac-Ex Hire were delighted to bring smiles to local children’s wards this Easter, as we delivered 100 Easter eggs to the young ones staying in Doncaster Royal Infirmary and Bassetlaw Hospital. As the sun shone over Doncaster over the long Easter weekend, we wanted the youngsters staying on the children’s
- [Lorna Gorman Retirement](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/blog/lorna-gorman-retirement/) - Lorna Gorman has recently retired from John Mee Construction Ltd Lorna joined the company 13th January 2016 working as part of the Hire Team in the Hire Department. We can all say it has been a privilege to know and work with Lorna over the years as Lorna is a dedicated loyal member of staff
- [John Mee Supporting Bluebell Wood Children's Hospital](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/blog/john-mee-supporting-bluebell-wood-childrens-hospital/) - The team here at John Mee Vac-Ex Hire are delighted to be supporting Bluebell Wood Children's Hospice. The team over at MultiWebMarketing who take care of our website and marketing for us, have organised a sky dive for their directors to raise money for the hospice and we are proud to have supported the charity
- [The Circus With a Purpose](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/blog/the-circus-with-a-purpose/) - This years Circus Starr - The Circus With a Purpose was held on Saturday 7th May 2022. Pictured is Oliver going to this years Circus Starr Show on Saturday, he was so excited and enjoyed every second of the circus, especially the Tiger face painting. His smile says it all! Circus Starr is a fantastic
- [Expanding Our Fleet](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/blog/expanding-our-fleet/) - Introduction Exciting times lie ahead at VAC-EX Hire as we proudly announce the arrival of our newest addition to the fleet, the MTS DINO 12 Vacuum Excavator. This state-of-the-art machine, mounted on a Mercedes AROCS tridem chassis and equipped with the MTS mega arm, marks the beginning of an expansion phase aimed at meeting the
- [Vac-Ex have brought smiles to Bluebell Wood Childrens Hospice this Christmas](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/blog/vac-ex-have-brought-smiles-to-bluebell-wood-childrens-hospice-this-christmas/) - £1000 worth of presents John Mee Vac-Ex Hire, are delighted to announce its heartwarming initiative to spread joy this festive period. In the spirit of giving, our team has come together to donate £1000 worth of presents to the children at Bluebell Wood Children's Hospice, a place that holds a special spot in our hearts.
- [The Value of Sub-Contractors with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 Accreditations](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/blog/the-value-of-sub-contractors-with-iso-9001-and-iso-14001-accreditations-in-the-construction-industry/) - Let's be honest, not many people understand or spend too much time considering ISO accreditations. Not to mention all the different numbers and types of accreditation that can be achieved. However, in a world of specialist service providers within the construction industry, it’s much more than a fancy logo on a website. Making sure you
- [Hopping into Spring: Vac-Ex Delivers Easter Cheer to Bluebell Wood](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/blog/hopping-into-spring-vac-ex-delivers-easter-cheer-to-bluebell-wood/) - Delivering Easter Goodies! At Vac-Ex, giving back to the community is a tradition we hold close to our hearts. You might recall how we brought festive cheer to the children at Bluebell Wood Children's Hospice last Christmas with a donation of gifts (read the blog here). This Easter, we're delighted to continue this tradition and
- [Knowledge, skills and experience to react to on-site challenges in agile and flexible ways.](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/blog/knowledge-skills-and-experience-to-react-to-on-site-challenges-in-agile-and-flexible-ways/) - The Cornerstones of Flexibility and Agility for Construction Companies: Team Knowledge, Customer Service, and Operator Skill The construction industry is renowned for its dynamic and ever-evolving nature. Projects almost always face unforeseen challenges, changing circumstances, and unexpected obstacles that require quick thinking and adaptability to keep things moving smoothly. For construction companies that value flexibility
- [Airport safety requirements – Considerations In Airport Construction Projects](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/blog/airport-safety-requirements-key-considerations-in-airport-construction-projects/) - Safety First: Navigating Airport Construction Projects Airport construction projects present unique challenges and require stringent safety measures to protect passengers, employees, and workers on-site. As a specialist in operated vacuum excavation hire company supporting airport construction, Vac-Ex understands the importance of prioritising safety in these high-risk environments. In this article, we delve into the safety
- [The Vacuum Excavation Hire Specialists](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/blog/the-vacuum-excavation-hire-specialists/) - Making The Case For Vacuum Excavation Hire Specialists In the rapidly evolving landscape of major construction projects, the selection of equipment and expertise is a key decision that impacts the safety and success of the project. Vacuum excavation technology, well known for its precision and reduced risk profile when navigating buried services, has emerged as

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- [About Us](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/about-us/) - Learn about Vac-Ex, the trading brand of John Mee Construction Ltd and one of the UK's pioneering operated vacuum excavation specialists serving the UK
- [Vacuum & Suction Excavation](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/vacuum-excavation-suction-excavation/) - Vacuum Excavation & Suction Excavation is the safe exposure of live utilities underground. With over 1 million hours strike free - Call Us Today To Hire Vac Ex
- [Contact](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/contact/) - We are premier operators in Vacuum Excavation. We have Elite operators that work on high risk sites in the biggest industries
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- [MOD](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/sectors/mod/) - Th MOD trust us to perform Vac Ex services to handle any needs, we operate inside or outside the MOD boundary. Call and speak to an expert
- [HMP Prisons](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/sectors/hmp-prisons/) - Prisons trust us to perform Vac Ex services to handle any needs, we operate inside or outside the prison boundary. Call and speak to an expert
- [Bespoke](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/sectors/bespoke-excavation/) - Not all excavations are straight forward, we pride ourselves on being able to find solutions for high risk sites, speak to an expert today
- [Construction](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/sectors/excavation-contractors/) - We have been working in the construction sector since 1993, we are experts in our field, we have elite operators, Speak To Us Today
- [Telecoms](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/sectors/telecoms-excavation/) - When it comes to safely exposing underground utilities on telecommunications sites we are an industry leader supplying vacuum excavation to telecoms
- [Power](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/sectors/power-station-excavation/) - We have specialist vacuum excavation units available for hire to carry out power station excavation work safely and efficiently
- [Gas & Oil](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/sectors/gas-vacuum-excavation/) - Maintaining gas supply while we do excavation work is paramount. We have years of experience doing this for large corporates, Call Us Now
- [Water](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/sectors/water-excavator/)
- [Nuclear](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/sectors/nuclear-excavation/) - Specialist vacuum excavation units that are capable of safely and efficiently conducting nuclear excavation work of any project size
- [Rail](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/sectors/rail-excavation/) - From major train stations to awkward limited access in remote areas we are confident we have the answer to any Rail excavation problem
- [Highways](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/sectors/highway-excavation/) - We play an integral part of the ongoing emergency and preventive maintenance works Nationwide, providing highway excavation services across the UK
- [Sectors](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/sectors/)
- [Airports](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/sectors/airport-excavation/) - Airport Operators trust us to perform Vac Ex services to handle any needs, we operate inside or outside the airport boundary
- [Accreditations](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/accreditations/) - Vac-Ex is CHAS, Constructionline Gold, and SafeContractor accredited, proving our commitment to safety, quality, and industry best practices
- [CPCS Ticketed Operated T-Vac Midi Track](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/operated-hire/cpcs-ticketed-operated-t-vac-midi-track/) - Hire a CPCS ticketed operator with a powerful midi tracked mini vacuum excavator. Ideal for tight access sites. Safe, precise, and fully compliant hire UK-wide
- [CPCS Ticketed Operated 32T 8 Wheel Vacuum Excavator](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/operated-hire/cpcs-ticketed-operated-32t-8-wheel-vacuum-excavator/) - Hire a 32T 8-wheel vacuum excavator with a fully CPCS ticketed operator. Safe, efficient digging for utilities, civils & construction projects UK-wide.
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## Case Studies

- [Trial of HVO Fuel at Riverside Newland Selby](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/case-studies/trial-of-hvo-fuel-at-riverside-newland-selby/) - Project - Riverside Newland, Selby Client - Bam Nuttall & Environmental Agency Background Vac-Ex were contacted by Bam Nuttall to conduct a vacuum excavation project down the side of a concrete retaining flood defence wall in Selby, in order to expose existing services prior to the demolition of the wall. As a company we took
- [Vacuum Excavation Zoo Project - Excavation With Bite!](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/case-studies/vacuum-excavation-zoo-project-excavation-with-bite/) - Our team was recently called out to a vacuum excavation work at a zoo. The job was to create a new home for Aqua, a rescued tiger with a heart breaking past
- [Vacuum Excavation in a Confined Industrial Site](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/case-studies/vacuum-excavation-in-a-confined-industrial-site/) - The Job John Mee Vac-Ex Hire was recently contacted by a well-established precast concrete manufacturer to support with a specialist excavation project at their recycling and production facility. The site is responsible for producing large volumes of precast concrete products, and part of their operation involves the regular management of raw materials, including sandstone. Over
- [Vacuum Excavation at a National UK Airport](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/case-studies/vacuum-excavation-at-a-national-uk-airport/) - The goal was to locate several high-voltage cables using trial holes and to investigate two drainage runs within the airport grounds.
- [Rail](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/case-studies/rail/) - Discover how Vac-Ex vacuum excavation ensured safe, precise rail infrastructure maintenance by removing ballast around buried services without disruption
- [Greater Manchester Rail](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/case-studies/vacuum-excavation-manchester/) - Greater Manchester Rail Background Vac-Ex have recently completed a vacuum excavation project during a rail infrastructure upgrade in Greater Manchester. Job Description Ballast to be removed between rails and mapping of rail services. Key Issues A 32t Mega vacuum excavation unit with “Mega Arm” extendable hydraulic power arm required to access all ballast excavation with
- [Drax Power Station](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/case-studies/vacuum-excavation-goole/) - Drax Power Station Background Vac-Ex have recently completed a vacuum excavation project at Drax Power Station near Goole. The station was changed from a coal fired station to one running on Biomass Fuel. Job Description An extension to the power room was required which meant foundations had to be built in existing ground. Reduced level
- [Wimbledon Substation](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/case-studies/vacuum-excavation-london/) - Wimbledon Substation Background Vac-Ex have completed a vacuum excavation project in London underground, as part of National Grid’s seven year ‘London Power Tunnels’ project aimed at rewiring the capital. This major electricity substation is on the 275kV and 132kv underground lines networks. Job Description Reduced level dig across the new building footprint to prove existing
- [Highways Duct Insertion](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/case-studies/highway-excavation-uk/) - Highways Duct Insertion Background Vac-Ex were recently asked to come up with a highway excavation solution by a major Blue chip customer working for Highways England, on one of the busiest motorway interchanges in the UK. Upon meeting the clients Health and Safety criteria, along with a very tight program which was paramount for all
- [Culvert Works Louth](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/case-studies/vacuum-excavation-louth/) - Culvert Works Background Watercourses such as culverts are designed to drain surface water away, before the water levels increase to an extent that puts property, roads, land and infrastructure at risk of flooding. We were asked to provide our vacuum excavation services in Louth due to a large build-up of silt in the riverway under
- [Edinburgh Tram System](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/case-studies/vacuum-excavation-edinburgh/) - Edinburgh Tram System Background Vac-Ex were asked to provide Vacuum Excavation as part of the Edinburgh Tram System extension to New Haven. The works will add 4.6km of electrified double tram tracks as well as two new substations. This will give residents access to a high-capacity light rail which will sit alongside the existing bus
- [Emergency Gas Replacement](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/case-studies/vacuum-excavation-east-england/) - Emergency Gas Replacement Background Vac-Ex works with its client to maintain and improve the supply of gas to millions of people living and working in the East of England, specialising in the delivery of vacuum excavation for the UK’s gas distribution network as our client are replacing old mains, laying new ones, installing new connections
- [UK National Grid Substation Work](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/case-studies/uk-national-grid-substation-work/) - Project - UK Nationwide Nationwide Framework with Bluechip Construction Company Vac-Ex Hire has recently been involved in nationwide framework agreements with major Blue chip construction companies to work within the UK National Grid substation network, with upgrades and maintenance works within the South West, South East, The Midlands, North East and Scotland. Job Description The
- [Sheffield Canal](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/case-studies/vacuum-excavation-sheffield/) - Canal & River Trust Background The Sheffield & Tinsley Canal forms the upper four miles of the Sheffield & South Yorkshire Navigation which was opened in 1819 to carry boats between the navigable River Don and a new basin in the centre of Sheffield. The Canal & River Trust works at the Sheffield Meadowhall canal
- [Barton Bridge M60](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/case-studies/vacuum-excavation-salford/) - Barton Bridge M60 Background The huge steel platform forming the deck of the Salford vertical lifting bridge had fallen nearly 60 feet to the ground from its four supporting concrete towers, during the ongoing construction of a new dual carriageway. Vac-Ex were asked to provide one of our vacuum excavation units to aid in the removal of
- [Night Working](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/case-studies/case-study-night-working/) - Night Working Background Vac-Ex have worked with various sectors in the UK to complete excavation at night including; Aviation, Rail, Highways and Emergency works. Job Description Excavation at night requires extra planning due to working within traffic management, limited work possession, programme pressure, time bound, poor visibility. Key Issues Visibility levels are reduced which can
- [Micheldean WTW Reservoir](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/case-studies/vacuum-excavation-gloucestershire/) - Micheldean WTW Reservoir Background Vac-Ex were asked to provide vacuum excavation to the Micheldean WTW reservoir based in Gloucestershire. The works involved excavating an unknown depth of concrete on the roof of the reservoir. The structure is mainly underground and looks similar to a large, raised football pitch. Job Description The use of extensions was
- [Battersea Power Station](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/case-studies/vacuum-excavator-london/) - Battersea Power Station Background Battersea Power Station in London required a vacuum excavator during their regeneration project which is currently in phase 2 of the project. Phase 2 runs over 156 weeks, entailing the excavation and removal of 120,000m³ waste soils. Job Description Removal of soil waste within an area of poor access. Key Issues
- [Utilities Works - Banbury](https://www.vac-ex.co.uk/case-studies/utilities-works-banbury/) - Project - Utilities Works, Banbury, Oxfordshire Background Vac-Ex have completed a utilities works excavation on a new build housing estate in Banbury, Oxfordshire. Job Description Vacuum Excavation was required to excavate numerous connection pits on the new housing estate. Key Issues The biggest issue to overcome was the existing underground services and the general public

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## Sectors

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