Vactor Manufacturing Introduces Vactor HydroSurge Cleaning Nozzle

STREATOR, ILL. (Nov. 20, 2008) – Vactor Manufacturing, the industry leader in sewer and catch basin cleaners, today introduced the Vactor HydroSurge^TM high performance cleaning nozzle for public utilities and professional contractors handling a variety of large pipe cleaning and maintenance applications.

Featuring an adjustable nozzle plate and water jet inserts with adjustable angles, the new HydroSurge nozzle provides unequaled traction and cleaning performance to handle the most stubborn blockages. The cleaning mode of 15 to 20 degrees removes heavy deposits from the bottom of the pipe. The propulsion mode of 5 to 10 degrees provides tremendous forward motion while effectively moving sand, silt and other debris back to the pipe opening.

"The Vactor HydroSurge nozzle can clear large sewer pipes and storm water pipes of everything from heavy debris and compact sand, to dense silt and compressed sludge," said Frank Ligori, product manager for Vactor Parts. "This is the ultimate high-performance cleaning nozzle. It's powerful enough to work underwater."

Constructed of stainless steel for corrosion resistance and long service life, the HydroSurge features roll over bars, ceramic inserts, a unique hydro-force power system and an adjustable precision flow manifold. The nozzle is available in configurations of 6, 8, 10 or 12 water jets.

In addition to the new HydroSurge nozzle, Vactor offers more than 20 genuine OEM nozzle products ranging from specialized nozzles for flushing and cleaning, to root, chain and milling cutters for heavy-duty applications.

"Whether your pipe is large, small, or broken and filled with sand, sludge, or grease, Vactor has a flushing and cleaning nozzle built for the job." Ligori said. "And our root, chain and milling cutters can handle the toughest challenges, including removing extensive root growth, total blockages and grease, lime, rust and scale obstructions."

For additional information on the Vactor HydroSurge nozzle or to schedule a demonstration, please see your local Vactor dealer, call 800/627-3171, or visit www.vactor.com.

The industry leader in sewer and catch basin cleaners for more than 45 years, Vactor Manufacturing produces a wide range of combination sewer cleaners and jetters for sewer line maintenance, as well as specialty products including vacuum excavators and glycol recovery vehicles. Vactor Manufacturing is a subsidiary of Federal Signal Corporation’s Environmental Solutions Group. For more information, see your local Vactor dealer, call 800/627-3171, or visit www.vactor.com.

Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) is a leader in advancing security and well-being for communities and workplaces around the world. The company designs and manufactures a suite of products and integrated solutions for municipal, governmental, industrial and airport customers. Federal Signal's portfolio of trusted, high-priority products include Bronto aerial devices, Elgin and Ravo street sweepers, Federal Signal safety and security systems, Guzzler industrial vacuums, Jetstream waterblasters and Vactor sewer cleaners and vacuum excavators. Federal Signal was founded in 1901 and is based in Oak Brook, Ill. For more information, visit www.federalsignal.com.