Mount the vCam-6 Control Module to the legacy Type-C Reel
Now you can replace the older Type-C reel's original handle with a version that will mount the vCam-5 or vCam-6 HD control module to the reel. Order part number 2.104.01.00041 for the "Handle, Type-C Reel vCam5/6 Control Module Mount". 1. Raise the handle on the Type-C Reel. 2. Remove the four screws holding...
What is LACP and how is it used with push cameras?
PACP stands for Pipeline Assessment Certification Program. Other legs of this program are LACP (Lateral Assessment Certification Program) and MACP (Manhole Assessment Certification Program). All three programs are governed by a body named NASSCO. NASSCO’s Pipeline Assessment Certification Program (PACP®), Lateral Assessment Certification Program (LACP®) and Manhole Assessment Certification Program (MACP®) are the...
Locating Service Drops
Anyone who has experience with cable locating will quickly point out a few valuable facts that will make the job easier. These may include: Always try to use a low frequency Make sure the line has good continuity Make sure that both ends are well earthed Make sure you make a good earth...
Fault Finding with the VM Series Locators
Locating the route of a cable is sometimes just the start of the process. The operator very often needs to find the location of a fault to undertake repair work on the cable. There can be many different types of faults, but where there is damage to the cable, the conductor is in...
Detecting Buried Ferrous Utilities
Finding buried manhole covers, valve box covers, cleanouts, or tanks can be a time-consuming process. Many standard metal detectors don't have the detection depth range required and struggle to easily distinguish between buried aluminum cans and ferrous material that make up most manhole covers, etc. Overcoming these issues is easily solved by using...
Getting an accurate Distance Count
This article applies to both the standard size Type-CP Reel and the smaller Mini-size Type-MX Reel. Before we start, we remind you that the distance counter is for reference only. Therefore, you must verify the actual position and depth with a Sonde Locator or Pipe & Cable Locator before excavating. When arriving at...
New Loc3 Series Backpack Accessory
Pack all your locating needs in the Vivax-Metrotech Loc3 Series Backpack. Made from durable 1680D Ballistic Nylon fabric, its solid construct embeds functional features, such as rugged oversize zippers, easy-to-reach pockets, molded rubber top handle and loops to hold a vLoc3 receiver. Carry locating equipment in comfort with the backpack's wide padded ventilated...
RTK-Pro Walk Back Feature
The new Walk Back feature in the RTK-Pro receiver allows the field technician to quickly walk back to a previously located point in four simple steps. 1 - Fetch the walk back point over 4G and connection directly to VMMap Cloud. 2 - Follow the guidance arrow directing the user to the general...
German Sales & Service Office opened
Vivax-Metrotech is very proud and excited to announce that we opened a new facility in Germany in June 2018. Our new facility in Schesslitz Germany contains a service department, warehouse and administration office, as well as a training room for up to 25 attendees. Furthermore, we have built up a training course for...
ISO9001 Vivax-Metrotech Corporation
Vivax-Metrotech Corporation is proud to announce we have attained the transition from ISO 9001:2008 to ISO 9001:2015 certification by a successful team effort in completing the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 9001:2015 audit for our corporate office in Santa Clara, CA. Vivax-Metrotech successfully completed the transition audit by demonstrating its quality management system...