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Robotic Equipment

Tailored for Precision and Efficiency

Vortex Companies collaborates closely with customers to custom-design robotic equipment and accessories that meet specific needs. Our commitment to partnership and innovation allows us to create solutions that enhance operational efficiency and tackle the challenges of underground infrastructure repair.

Benefits of Our Custom Robot Equipment:

  • Custom Design: Each piece of equipment is tailored in partnership with our clients, ensuring it aligns with their crew’s requirements and workflow.
  • Integrated Equipment: Our robots are compatible with all the latest in CCTV systems, providing seamless integration for a broad range of inspection, cleaning, and cutting tasks.
  • Expert Support: From design to deployment, our team provides comprehensive support and training, ensuring that each system operates at peak performance.

Whether you need a robust setup for extensive sewer rehabilitation or a versatile unit for routine maintenance, our custom-designed robotic equipment is your solution for advanced, efficient, and effective pipeline rehabilitation.

Trucks & Trailers

Schwalm Mobile Robotics Trailers and Trucks are custom quipped with everything you need to conduct full-scale inspecting, cleaning, and cutting operations, this trailer will reduce your equipment and construction costs.

Contact sales@vortexcompanies.com for details or to discuss customization options.

Featuring:

  • Spacious climate-controlled control room
  • Extra work surface area and storage
  • Your choice of cranes cable and hose reels
  • Robot storage bins
  • Industrial grade generators (Cummins/Onan)
  • And more

Schwalm Portable System

Skid mounted, the portable Schwalm system is ideal for working environments where access is minimal and space is limited.

  • Unit is self-contained (except air)
  • Built-in, ergonomic workstation
  • Robot storage box
  • 2,000 lb. capacity crane (optional add-on)
  • Customizable cable reel options
  • Skid-mount design: Dimensions: 60” x 60”, Weight: 1,700 lbs. (without robot)
  • Ask about our rental program

Viper®

Highly efficient inspection and cleaning of branch piping systems. Choose from 3 Viper models, depending on your needs. These jet- powered inspection systems deliver easy control and turning into branches. All three Vipers feature switchable forward jetting nozzle to remove blockages and full HD live camera.

Key Features for All Viper Models:

  • Full HD: 1920 x 1080
  • Fiber Free
  • Pipe Sizes: 3”-24” | DN 75-600
  • Passes through and steers into multiple 45° bends in lines 3” | DN 75 and larger
  • Passes through and steers into multiple 90° bends in lines 4” | DN 100 and larger
  • Working pressure up to 4,350 psi | 300 bar
  • Hose diameter: 3/8” | DN 10
  • Required water supply 1,600 psi | 110 bar, 8 gpm | 30 I/min
  • Fresh water and recycled water operation
Viper Light
  • With 100 ft. | 30m hybrid hose 3/8”
  • w x d x h: 26 x 9.5 x 29 inch | 66 x 24 x 73 cm
  • Weight: 64 lbs. | 29 kg including 100 ft. | 30m hybridhose 3/8” | 9.5mm
Viper Compact
  • With 200 ft. | 60m hybrid hose 3/8”
  • w x d x h: 23 x 20 x 28 inch | 58 x 52 x 70 cm (handle retracted)
  • w x d x h: 23 x 20 x 43 inch | 58 x 52 x 110 cm (handle extended)
  • Weight: 119 lbs. | 53 kg including 200 ft. | 60m hybridhose 3/8” | 9.5mm
Viper Long Range
  • With 265 ft. | 80 m hybrid hose 3/8”
  • w x d x h: 23 x 25 x 28 inch | 58 x 64 x 70 cm (handle retracted)
  • w x d x h: 23 x 25 x 43 inch | 58 x 64 x 110 cm (handle extended)
  • Weight 139 lbs. | 63 kg including 265 ft. | 80m hybridhose 3/8” | 9.5mm

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