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Coatings and Materials Equipment Rigs, Trailers & Tools

At Vortex Companies, we specialize in designing and building customized equipment rigs, trailers and offer application tools tailored to meet the specific needs of our contractor clients. Whether it’s for mortar or epoxy applications, our in-house design team collaborates closely with customers to develop rigs and trailers that perfectly fit their operational requirements.

Our equipment is built to enhance productivity and reduce downtime, ensuring crews have what they need to execute projects smoothly and efficiently. With Vortex, contractors receive not just equipment, but a partnership that extends to full support in system design and functionality customized to their unique challenges.

sprayMASTER® Mini

Mortar Rig

Simple, powerful and built to last, the sprayMASTER® Mini is ideal for mixing, pumping and spraying a wide range of materials, such as geopolymer, hybrid cements repair mortars, and finish coats. The sprayMASTER Mini is engineered and built to continuously mix and pump the widest range of mortar and grouting materials, from thin to thick consistencies. Materials often used with this system include Geopolymers, Hybrid Cements, Repair Mortars, Gel Mortars, Stucco, Fireproofing Plastering, EIFS, cement/masonry sand, cement/fly ash, flowable and non-flowable grouts, and Bentonite waterproofing grouts.

  • Dimensions: 110”L x 68”W x 70”H
  • Weight: 1,450 lbs.
  • Progressive cavity pump model: 3-stage, size 6, open throat
  • Power: 18 HP Kubota 902
  • Mixing tank: 45 gallon
  • Holding hopper: 15 gallon
  • Max. output: 2-8 GPM
  • Max. pressure: 580 PSI

sprayMASTER®

Mortar Truck

Class 6, non-CDL vehicle integrates a mobile mortar plant, allowing for efficient, on-the-go manhole rehabilitation without the need for towing. Fully loaded under 26,000 lbs., it features a roomy 4-door cab, diesel engine, and extensive storage options for crew comfort and convenience. The sprayMASTER truck represents the ultimate in compact, comfortable, and convenient site mobility.

Mortar Trailer

The sprayMASTER is a completely self-contained manhole mortar lining system. Built to last, It has been designed for precise, low-velocity spray and/or spin-cast application of cementitious and geopolymer mortar manhole lining materials. The sprayMASTER is equipped with an 84 gallon batch style mortar mixer, hydraulic driven 6200w water pump, 250-gallon poly-lined water tank and a 44 hp turbo diesel engine/hydraulic power plant.

Truck
  • 4-door, 4-passenger cab
  • Diesel engine, automatic transmission
  • 65 gallon fuel tank
  • Wide view mirrors
  • Twin stacked 24” x 84” heavy duty lockable metal storage lockers for tools, CSE, PPE, and other supplies
  • Under frame supply storage
  • Class 6, non-CDL vehicle
  • Self-contained power pack
  • Pump and mixer
  • Water tank
  • Work platform
Trailer

Standard Base Unit:

  • 44 HP electric start, turbo diesel engine with power unit
  • Hydraulic driven 3,500 psi pressure washer
  • Hydraulic driven 6,200 watt generator
  • 20 CFM / 100 psi air compressor system with reservoir
  • Hydraulic powered water transfer pump (40 psi – 9-15 GPM)
  • FillRite water meter assembly reading in 1/10 gallon increments
  • 84 gallon capacity batch style mortar mixer with vertical mixing shaft
  • Positive displacement, 3-stage progressive cavity material pumpI.
  • Two 25’ grout hose with airline and quick couplings
  • Aluminum body low-velocity cement spray nozzle
  • Up to three days of unit commissioning provided by Quadex on system operations

I-MARS Gen1

GeoKrete® Rig

Rehabilitate. Restore. Rebuild. The original large diameter geopolymer relining system, I-MARS Gen1 featuring the RMX-5000 mixer-pump is all you need to rehabilitate, restore or rebuild compromised infrastructure.

Seamless Rehabilitation Solution

I-MARS is a field-proven and reliable system that’s built to efficiently and effectively rehabilitate sewer infrastructure with the industry’s best geopolymer, Quadex® GeoKrete®. The I-MARS is an extremely versatile large diameter infrastructure rehab system and boasts a small footprint and exceptional mobility.

  • Spin-cast, spray or trowel apply GeoKrete
  • Restores large diameter structures of all shapes
  • Pipe, tunnels, culverts, junction boxes, etc.

I-MARS System consisting of a compressor, generator, chiller, power and H2O distribution Gen1 RMX-5000 ultra-high pressure 3” | 76.2mm swing-tube, high sheer mixer and pump, custom-fabricated to apply GeoKrete Geopolymer.

I-MARS Powertrain Specifications

Compressor: 185 cfm rotary screw-type
Generator: 30 KW
Chiller: 4 ton | 3,629 kg
Water Tank: 225 gal | 852 L, Weight: 8.34 lbs/gal | 1kg/L
Dual Water Pumps: 110 gpm | 416.4 lpm
Dimensions: 160” L x 85” W x 81” H | 406.4 cm x 215.9 cm x 205.7 cm
Weight: 7,380 lbs | 3,348 kg
Fuel Capacity: 2 x 40 gal | 2 x 151.5 L tanks (empty)

RMX-5000 Mixer Specifications

Pump: 3” x 18” | 76.2 mm x 203.2 mm swing tube
Hydraulic Pressure: 3,000 psi | 206.8 bar
Face Pressure: 2,200 psi | 151.7 bar
Output: Up to 5 Cu-Yd/h
Mixer: 1,000 lb | 453.6 kg capacity
Hopper: Max 1,500 lb | 680.4 kg capacity
Engine: Yanmar Diesel, 65 hp, Tier 4 Final (Tier 5 EU)
Fuel Tank: 20 gal | 76 L (shipped empty)
Weight (Empty): 6,500 lbs | 2,948 kg
Dimensions: 152” L x 71” W x 69” H | 3.86 m x 1.80 m x 1.75 m
Trailer Mount: Optional
CE Certified: EU Market

I-MARS Gen2

GeoKrete® Rig

More Power. More Capacity. For more power, higher volume and lower maintenance, the I-MARS Gen2 is the answer. Gen2 consists of the I-MARS Power Train and Reed system that features a bigger engine, more mixing capacity and 4” swing tube pump for higher pumping rates.

High Output Infrastructure Rehabilitation

For maximum efficiency and production, the I-MARS Gen2 is built to rehabilitate sewer infrastructure with the industry’s best geopolymer, Quadex® GeoKrete®.

  • Designed to mix larger batches and pump longer distances
  • Perfect for spin-cast, spray and trowel applications
  • Restores large diameter infrastructure of all shapes
  • Pipe, tunnels, culverts, junction boxes, etc.

I-MARS System consisting of a compressor, generator, chiller, power and H2O distribution Gen2 Reed Pumping system power by a 130 hp Cummins Diesel Engine:

  • Offers the highest amount of displacement in its class (4.5 Liters), meaning more torque, at lower RPM’s, for a quieter, longer lasting, more fuel efficient machine
  • Modified hopper for increased capacity
I-MARS Powertrain Specifications:

Compressor: 185 cfm rotary screw-type
Generator: 30 KW
Chiller: 4 ton | 3,629 kg
Water Tank: 225 gal | 852 L, Weight: 8.34 lbs/gal | 1kg/L
Dual Water Pumps: 110 gpm (416.4 lpm)
Dimensions: 160” L x 85” W x 81” H | 406.4 cm x 215.9 cm x 205.7 cm
Weight: 7,380 lbs | 3,348 kg
Fuel Capacity: 2 x 40 gal | 2 x 151.5 L

Reed Mixer Performance Specifications:

Pump: 4” x 36” | 101.6 mm x 914.4 mm swing tube
Hydraulic Pressure: 3,200 psi | 220.63 bar
Face Pressure: 2,200 psi | 151.7 bar
Output: Up to 50 Cu-Yd/h
Mixer: 1,000 lb | 453.6 kg capacity
Hopper: 2,000 lb | 907.18 kg capacity
Engine: Cummins Diesel, 130 hp, Tier 4 Final

Reed Pump Unit Specifications:

Dimensions: 141” L x 95” W x 90” H | 4.06 m x 2.41 m x 2.29 m
Weight (Empty): 8,160 lbs | 3,701 kg
Fuel Tank: 35 gal | 132 L

Reed Mixer Specifications:

Dimensions: 67” L x 83” W x 84” H | 1.71 m x 2.10 x 2.13 m
Weight: 1,680 lbs | 762 kg

Graco XP70

Epoxy Coating Sprayer

The Graco XP70 Plural-Component Sprayer is designed to pump, mix and atomize high-viscosity, high-solids coatings with superior results. In addition, the XP70’s design allows you to gravity feed, which may eliminate the need for feed pumps, saving you money. When you upgrade from hand mixing, you’ll find that the XP70 provides excellent return on investment, by reducing material waste and by using less clean-up solvent. High-pressure performance for two-part high-solids coatings.

  • Reduced material waste
  • No more throwing away unused mixed material at the end of the day
  • Save money by using less clean-up solvent
  • Consistent material quality – no more guesswork or human error in measuring materials
  • Easy to operate – minimal training required
  • Reduced maintenance costs
  • Rated for 7,250 psi | 500 bar, 50 MPa to handle viscous materials and long hose lengths

E-Mix MT

Epoxy Coating Sprayer

The E-Mix MT is the most economical, easy-to-operate and portable electric variable ratio spray system to date! Designed to handle spray ratios from 1:1 up to 6:1, it is also fully capable with coatings up to 100% solids content — making it an ideal solution for nearly every job.

MT Breakthrough Performance
  • Variable Ratio from 1:1 to 6:1
  • Flow rates up to 1.5 gpm
  • 5,000 psi | 345 bar Max Pressure
  • Tip support to .039
Xtreme Torque Motors For Unmatched Performance
  • Silent operation for comfort and extending spray times in restricted areas
Dual Endurance Pumps With ProConnect
  • Job site proven Chromex Rod and Chrome cylinder for exceptional life and durability
  • Balanced double-displacement design for ratio accuracy
  • Quick and easy pump removal with just a hammer – perfect for on-the-job maintenance
DualFlo On-Demand Fluid Heater
  • Offers independent heat for A & B components
  • 4,000 watt power provides up to 60°F | 15°C delta T heat rise for easier spraying
  • Adjusts right from the touch screen
Easy To Maneuver Design
  • Heavy-duty painted steel construction with integrated lift points and flat proof tires
SmartSync Control With Touch-Screen Interface
  • All important spray parameters are controlled from one screen — nothing could be easier
  • Eliminates the steep learning curve — no expert needed
  • Perfectly syncs the MT motors and pumps to deliver the perfect ratio — every time
Featuring RatioGuard Protection
  • Real-time ratio monitoring maintains accuracy
  • Integrated alarm system prevents errors and eliminates rework
Integrated Ratio Check
  • Proves on-ratio accuracy for each mix — ensuring quality
  • Ideal for inspections and quality control checks
  • Single-handle design for easy, efficient operation
FastClean Solvent Pump
  • Allows quick flushing of mix hose and gun during stoppage to protect your equipment
  • Features 5 gal | 19 L inlet suction set for solvent bucket
  • Powered by Xtreme Torque Motor and Endurance pump for long life and trouble-free operation

sprayMASTER® II

Epoxy Coating Trailer

As a fully self-contained infrastructure renewal system, the sprayMASTER® II is designed for versatility and effectiveness in polymeric material applications. When combined with advanced Schwalm robotics and Picote high-speed cleaning and coating tools, it delivers unparalleled results in coating system efficiency.

Base System

Trailer Build:

  • Aluminum 24’ x 8’ bumper pull with 7,000 lb. tandem axle included
Equipment Package
  • Graco XP70 2:1 plural component sprayer kit
  • NexGen 25kw generator/110 cfm compressor combo unit
  • Liquid heater (3) with brackets
  • 50 ft. heated hose with mounting bracket
  • Remote manifold carriage
  • Pressure monitor with light
  • Transfer pump 5:1 (2)
  • Drum agitators (2)
  • Spray gun (2)
  • 55-gal drum heaters (3)
  • Air dryer

spinMASTER

For spin-cast applications within manholes, depending on the material you are applying, Vortex has developed the spinMASTER™ series for precision and controlled material application.

spinMASTER™: Mortar Applications

The spinMASTER is a centrifugal-cast manhole liner system that speeds up the application process and produces a consistently even coat. The spinMASTER power winch features “continuous on-time” design which eliminates normal motor breakdown (overheating). The winch can be assembled for either hand control or foot pedal operation.

spinMASTER™ II: Epoxy Applications

The spinMASTER II epoxy applicator puts an end to uneven coating applications and long, backbreaking hours spent finishing up the job with this innovative, easy-to-use device. Designed with direct input from field-experienced applicators, we have developed a centrifugal-cast product that offers unprecedented precision and accuracy.

spinMASTER
  • 6-blade spinner head
  • 1 hp DC electric motor
  • Quick coupling attachment for
  • 1-inch plaster hose
  • Outdoor rated electric wiring
spinMASTER II
  • Variable trajectory caster for a wider material spread
  • Includes air regulator with protective case
  • 1 HP – 25,000 rpm pneumatic air motor
  • ¼ NPT air hose connection
  • Air consumption: 32 cfm
  • Max air pressure: 90 psi

Quadex OneGun®

Grout Applicator

Available in two sizes, OneGun and OneGun Mini, this is an extremely powerful and portable battery-operated cartridge gun. OneGun is the perfect solution for applying the Quadex line of dual-component repair materials. The OneGun is systematically designed to deploy Quadex’s exclusive cartridge-ready repair materials, whether in 1 to 1 or 2 to 1 ratios.

  • Structure Guard®-FM
  • Structure Guard®-RS
  • Flex Guard®-FM
  • I & I Guard®-PRF
  • I & I Guard®-SCF
  • I & I Guard®-SCF 200

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