All-in-one excavator

The 503Z zero-tail-swing excavators from Mustang-Gehl Company operate within the tracks without overhang. The units have side-mounted engines and tiltable cabs. Other features include auxiliary hydraulics, fitted to the dipper arm and standard for one- and two-way attachments. Heavy-duty, one-piece booms have large pin diameters and bushings, powerful cylinders, well-protected hoses and welded-in steel casings at points of increased stress. The excavators are available with canopies and a variety of bucket options. 800/628-0491; www.gehl.com.

Prime-assisted pumps

The Prime Aire Plus line of priming-assisted pumps from Gorman-Rupp are available with up to an 8-inch flanged discharge, flows up to 4,950 gpm and heads to 475 feet. The pumps are designed for clear liquids and liquids containing large solids. All pumps are coupled to EPA Tier-compliant engines or premium-efficiency electric motors. Features include externally adjustable running clearances, ductile iron body and impeller, two lip seals and atmospheric vent, and oil lubrication. 419/755-1011; www.grpumps.com.

Pump software

Online pump selection software from Goulds Pumps/ITT is a wastewater sizing selection program that provides current pricing and product updates. Users select high-pressure multistage pumps, wastewater systems, pressure booster systems and the vertical turbine product.

The vertical turbine product includes deep well lineshaft, short set lineshaft, canned and submersible turbine pumps. Wastewater systems include sump, effluent sewage and grinder pumps. The software includes pump sizing, pump and package selection tools, and complete system design tools. 806/743-5700; www.completewatersystems.com.

Towable mini-excavator

TMX towable mini-excavators from Innovative Equipment feature a quick-on and quick-off hitch system and zero-turn technology for access in tight locations. Available in gasoline or diesel models, the excavators can be towed by a 1/2-ton pickup, van or light-duty tow vehicle. No trailer is needed and no CDL license is required. Lockout hubs enable towing at up to 65 mph. Weighing 2,941 pounds, the excavator has an 8-foot digging depth, 6,600-pound digging force and 7-foot, 2-inch loading height with swing radius of 140 degrees. It also has a 72-inch, four-way blade system with 21 degrees of tilt. 715/359-3002; www.tmx-excavator.com.

Grinder pump

The Omnivore grinder pump from Liberty Pumps features V-Slice cutter technology, which provides more cuts per revolution. The hardened stainless steel cutting system shreds solids into fine slurry with less jamming. An open volute eliminates cutwater, improving solids flow. Other features include a one-piece cast-iron body, quick-disconnect power cord, stainless steel impeller, and dual shaft seals. Models are available in single-stage or two-stage designs. 800/543-2550; www.libertypumps.com.

Sludge levels

The handheld Sludge Gun from Markland Specialty Engineering can be used to find sludge levels in septic tanks. An audible tone indicates sludge level. With average battery life of one year, the unit is portable, rugged and weatherproof. Sensitivity is adjustable for thick or thin sludges. 905/873-7791; www.sludgecontrols.com.

Radiation unit

The DiUV self-cleaning radiation unit from Premier Tech Aqua combines two high-output UV lamps with elliptical reflectors surrounding a quartz sleeve that targets pathogens with radiation from 360 degrees. The self-cleaning functionality automatically starts six times per day for over 2,000 cleanings per year. The unit can be installed after an advanced secondary treatment system, such as a biofilter or aerated bioreactor. 800/632-6356; www.premiertechaqua.com.

High-impact aerator

The Flagg-Air 340HP-series aerator from Septic Services has a high-impact plastic tip design that improves airflow. The motor bracket set improves mounting stability and strength while reducing the overall weight of the unit. The plastic drip cap includes a T-bar handle to make installation easier. The unit also features a high-torque low-speed (1,750 rpm) motor. 800/536-5564; www.septicserv.com.

Hammer probe

The Mighty Probe from T&T Tools features a specially designed insulated handle, making it safer while retaining the benefits of a steel probe. The steel shafts are available in lengths from 3 to 6 feet (1/2-inch increments) and in a number of styles. The tips are heat-treated (hardened) and threaded on for easy replacement. They are designed to provide a small clearance hold for the probe’s shaft, making it easier to push into the ground. An optional slide adapter turns the unit into a mini-slide hammer probe. The hammering action allows the user to pound through hard soils. 800/521-6893; www.mightyprobe.com.

Agile machine

Equipped with an IT4 emissions certified 28.6 hp engine, the John Deere 35D excavator is a nimble machine that can rotate fully without its tail hitting objects on the jobsite. Combined with independent-swing boom and 360-degree rotation, the unit works into close quarters and operates easily around obstacles. The excavator has a standard quick coupler and auxiliary hydraulics and is compatible with many John Deere Worksite Pro attachments. An optional angle blade allows operators to expedite grading and backfilling. 800/503-3373; www.deere.com.

Latest addition

The 40VX-3 mini-excavator from IHI Compact Excavator Sales is the company’s newest machine. This 10,206-pound zero-tail-swing unit has a digging depth of 11 feet 10 inches and a digging force of 9,854 pounds. Standard equipment includes a Yanmar 38.5 hp engine (EPA interim Tier 4 compliant), four-post canopy, rubber tracks, auxiliary hydraulic piping, pattern-change valve, suspension seat, armrest, and backfill blade. The unit offers a large operating space and hydraulic pilot joystick controls. 800/538-1447; www.ihices.com.