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Small Diameter CIPP Equipment: Precision and Efficiency with MaxLiner® and Picote

Vortex Companies delivers unparalleled solutions for small diameter pipe rehabilitation through our MaxLiner and Picote offerings. MaxLiner, recognized for its industry-leading CIPP systems, provides contractors with robust, efficient, and easy-to-use equipment ideal for lateral and vertical pipelines. This comprehensive lineup ensures that every aspect of small diameter lining is covered, from installation to curing, with systems designed to minimize disruption and maximize efficiency.

Max LinerGun™

The aluminum Max LinerGun is a compact inversion unit for lining 2″-12″ | 50-300mm diameter pipes. Ideal for residential & industrial drains in horizontal or vertical applications. Methods include open-end for blindshots to the main and closed-end for pit to pit. The LinerGun rests on an adjustable stand and comes with 4″, 6″ and 8″ | 100mm, 150mm and 200mm Adapter Rings.

Max Drum 600

Inversion Drum for Liner From 4” to 12” | DN100 to DN300

The family of Max Inversion Drums allow you to easily, safely and quickly insert flexible liners into the sewer that needs to be rehabilitated. The resin-impregnated liner is wound onto the drum axle with a control rope and inverted into the open-ended or closed-ended sewer by compressed air. The inversion pressure and the inversion speed are constantly controlled via the control elements on the inversion drum.

After the impregnated liner has been inverted, the curing process of the liner can be accelerated with hot water, steam or UV/ LED light. This results in the creation of a new pipe in the old pipe.

When more capacity is needed, choose the 900 model, holding 250’ | 76m of 4” | 100mm which is also compact for its class: 32.3” | 820mm wide, 47.2” | 1200mm long, 50.4” | 1280mm high and weighs 176 lbs | 80 kg.

Extremely mobile, the Max Drum 600 inversion unit features stable frame construction, with top loading for inserting the liner into the main sewer and laterals up to 12” | DN300

  • Optimized tilting system by means of tool-free locking device
  • Drum body with glass window
  • Aluminum construction, glass bead blasted and coated
  • Transport rollers for easy positioning
  • Cam lock system on the cone
  • Removable, large and ergonomic hand wheel
  • Suitable for curing with hot water, steam and UV

Max Drum 900

Inversion Drum for Liner From 4” to 12” | DN100 to DN300

The family of Max Inversion Drums allow you to easily, safely and quickly insert flexible liners into the sewer that needs to be rehabilitated. The resin-impregnated liner is wound onto the drum axle with a control rope and inverted into the open-ended or closed-ended sewer by compressed air. The inversion pressure and the inversion speed are constantly controlled via the control elements on the inversion drum.

After the impregnated liner has been inverted, the curing process of the liner can be accelerated with hot water, steam or UV/ LED light. This results in the creation of a new pipe in the old pipe.

Extremely mobile, the Max Drum 900 inversion unit features stable frame construction, with top loading for inserting the liner into the main sewer and laterals up to 12” | DN300.

  • Optimized movement guidance and roller securing using a locking device
  • Drum body with newly developed arrangement for tilt angle adjustment
  • Stainless steel construction, glass bead blasted, coated
  • 8” | 203mm Storz locking system on the funnel
  • Removable large and ergonomic handwheel (can be mounted on both sides)
  • Removable transport handle for various floor surfaces
  • Suitable for curing with hot water and steam and light

Max Shooter 200

The Max Shooter 200 is used for CIPP liner inversion up to a size of 8” | DN 200 without length limitation. Its compressed air-controlled system ensures smooth insertion of the liner into the pipe.

Flexible

You decide the curing process! Steam, hot water, ambient curing or UV light curing. Adapting to a water tower inversion is also possible. The Max Shooter is suitable for all common rehabilitation methods and materials.

Ergonomic

The main connection for compressed air, located on the upper part of the sluice, has an additional bypass. Carrying handles located on the left and right side of the unit, makes it easier to move and position in tight spaces.

  • Devices and fittings in functional order
  • Carrying handles on both sides for quick setup of the system
  • Ready for use and perfect for lateral connection rehabilitation
  • Foldable frame for space-saving storage
  • Camlock or Storz cones adaptable

Wetout Equipment

Maximize the efficiency and precision of your liner installations with MaxLiner’s advanced wet out equipment. Our offerings include the Mini Calibration Unit and the Max CalibrationRoller™, each designed to meet the needs of different project scales and requirements.

Both pieces of equipment are designed to streamline the preparation process in CIPP installations, allowing your team to achieve better results with less effort and time. Explore our wetout solutions to find the right fit for enhancing your pipeline rehabilitation projects.

For more information, visit www.maxlinerusa.com.

  • Mini Calibration Unit: MaxLiner’s material-friendly impregnation Mini Calibration system is ideally suited for even distribution and complete resin saturation into the liner for trenchless sewer rehabilitation. Do The Mini Calibration System for pipes up to 12” | DN300 is a convenient, user-friendly solution in a new design. This compact version is lightweight and features electronic calibration. The roller spacing, which determines the wall thickness is controlled using a handle located on the top of the unit. The pull-through speed is defined and controlled electronically via a rotary control. Rubber feet on the underside ensures the unit’s stability.
  • Max CalibrationRoller™: For manual operations, the Max CalibrationRoller provides a portable solution to evenly distribute mixed resin through liners. It comes equipped with shims ranging from 0.2”-0.43” | 5mm-11mm to achieve the correct gap setting for optimal wet-out, ensuring even resin coverage and consistent liner quality.

Curing Equipment

MaxLiner offers a comprehensive range of curing equipment designed to suit various CIPP installation needs, ensuring optimal curing results across different environments and liner materials. From hot water and steam systems to advanced UV and hot air technologies, our equipment delivers reliability and efficiency to your pipeline rehabilitation projects. Explore our range of MaxLiner curing equipment to find the perfect match for your pipeline rehabilitation needs.

For more information, visit www.maxlinerusa.com.

  • Max HotKick™ 2.0: A mobile hot water curing system featuring a built-in recirculating pump, ideal for use with 3”-8” | 76mm-203mm diameter pipes. This propane-fueled unit includes essential accessories like a curing manifold, pressure and temperature gauges, and recirculation hoses, making it perfect for on-site applications.
  • Max Inferno™: Compact and electrically powered, this hot air curing system is designed for smaller diameter pipes 3”-6” | 76mm-152mm and is particularly effective in vertical applications and areas where hot water curing isn’t feasible. It comes with a complete set of curing manifolds and accessories for easy transportation and setup.
  • Max SteamKick™: Simple and effective, this steam curing unit includes all necessary components for a seamless curing process in pipes ranging from 3”-8” | 76mm-203mm. The unit’s design facilitates easy setup and operation, ideal for a variety of lining projects.
  • MaxiCure UV Cure: UV curing with LED technology, the MaxiCure system enhances job site efficiency significantly. Suitable for curing felt, hybrid, and fiberglass liners, this system features interchangeable light heads for different pipe sizes and configurations, along with wireless connectivity for monitoring the curing process.

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