Product: Static Bursting

Underground contractors and municipalities around the world are using HammerHead^® static pipe bursting equipment as an effective method to replace existing water, gas and sewer lines. Pipe bursting follows the path of the existing utilities, reducing utility strike risks and eliminating up to 85 percent of excavation work compared to open-cut methods. HammerHead leads the industry with proven technology and features designed to increase productivity.

Extensive product line
HammerHead offers five static busting systems ranging from 38 to 175 tons (34.5 to 157 tonnes) capable of replacing lines ranging from 2" (50 mm) to 24" (600mm).

Rod design
Heat-treated alloy rods are the lightest and most cost-effective in the industry.

Tooling
HammerHead offers a wide range of tooling to meet your project requirements and engineers on staff can design specialized tooling to meet your needs.

High production
Simple controls, on-board rod baskets and fast rod payouts allow for one-man operation.

Hydraulic stabilizers
HammerHead offers hydraulic stabilizers on our 100 ton (89 tonnes) and larger static-bursting machines to help keep the machine on grade during the burst.

Proven rod design
Our API-style joints won’t buckle in encrusted or collapsed pipes compared to loose joint rod designs.

Accessories
HammerHead offers an extensive line of tooling for various types of pipe replacement projects. Ductile slitters are available to replace non-fracturable pipes such as ductile and steel. HammerHead can custom-build tooling to meet your exact needs.

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
	Static Pipe-Bursting Brochure

Resources
	Static Pipe-Bursting Process
	Pipe Bursting Questionnaire - MSWORD
	Pipe Bursting Project Considerations
	Pre-Chlorination General Specification
	IPBA General Specification for Pipe Bursting

Job Stories

HydroBurst rig provides new capabilities for Kembla Watertech - September 03, 2008

Trenchless contractor replaces 2.7 km of water main in Bowral

Upsizing Water Lines in Port Melbourne - September 03, 2008

Pipe bursting used to replace 700 m of water line

Round Rock First Texas Community to Use Pre-Chlorinated Water Line Replacement - September 03, 2008

Community realizes significant time and cost savings

Lengthy Fusible Pipe Installed - October 07, 2007

Installation involved using pipe bursting and directional drilling

Lengthy Fusible Pipe Installed - October 07, 2007

Installation involved using pipe bursting and directional drilling

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