Product: Piercing Tools

Piercing tools are ideal for installing utilities under existing landscapes and / or structures. These pneumatic-powered tools create a compact hole that allows contractors to install underground gas, water, cable, irrigation, fiber or electrical lines under yards, buildings or streets with minimal disruption.

HammerHead^® piercing tools are some of the most reliable in the industry today. With more than 20 models ranging from 2" to 8" (50 to 200 mm), HammerHead has a piercing tool to meet your needs and any ground condition.

Design
HammerHead piercing tools feature an industry-leading design that uses the heaviest one-piece striker in the industry. Our body housing design provides better durability and tool life than competitive models.

Low cost of ownership
HammerHead piercing tools have fewer working parts than competitive tools, resulting in fewer failure points. In addition, the rebuild costs on HammerHead piercing tools are 80 percent less than competitive models.

Easy maintenance
Our rear anvil design provides for fast and easy field service capable of being performed on the tailgate of your truck.

Higher operating air pressure
HammerHead piercing tools run at 110 psi (7.6 bar), the highest in the industry resulting in more production.

Ease of use
A major benefit of HammerHead piercing tools are their ease of use. While some methods of trenchless boring require a large amount of training and skill, the HammerHead piercing tool can be used by a customer with minimal expertise.

People, service, and support
For decades HammerHead has led the industry in bringing innovative trenchless solutions to customers. No project is the same, so our dedicated team of industry experts creates customized solutions to meet your needs. And with a global network of dealers, we are here to support you after the sale — whether it’s in the in the field, on the phone or in your office — you can count on Hammerhead to be your trusted partner.

Literature
	Piercing Tool Line Brochure (English)

Resources
	The Piercing Process

Videos
	Piercing Tool Maintenance
	Operating a HammerHead Mole Piercing Tool
	Catamount

Job Stories

There’s a New and More Productive Cat in Town - October 30, 2008

The Catamount™ line of piercing tools from HammerHead

There’s a New and More Productive Cat in Town - October 30, 2008

The Catamount™ line of piercing tools from HammerHead

Stitch Boring the Last Mile - September 29, 2008

When contractors install large amounts of gas or fiber installations, stitch boring with piercing tools is one of those industry standards that is preferred.

Pneumatic Tools Offer Low Cost Alternative to Raw Excavation for New Water Line Installation - September 29, 2008

Pneumatic boring tools have been increasingly used to punch a hole under the landscape from the city connection to the home.

Boring Through Hardpan Pneumatic Tool Completes Project in Adverse Soil Conditions - September 29, 2008

Completing boring projects in Michigan's toughest soil conditions.

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