Akkerman Product Guide
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Corporate Overview ince 1973, Akkerman Inc. has provided dependable equipment for hundreds of varied applications and soil conditions. We are proud to be the only North American manufacturer for our variety of equipment anda recognized worldwide competitor. Our company has grown with the demands and complexities necessitated by the trenchless industry. Over the years, we have introduced manned pipe jacking, microtunneling, guided boring and earth pressure balance systems to expand the range of sizes and ground conditions in which our systems perform. In addition to our standard line of...

The PRH system allows customers to bore multiple pipe diameters while utilizing 11-inch (279 mm) diesel engine and a tandem-pump to deliver maximum flow for both jacking and rotational allow customers to bore pipe diameters larger than the PRH's capacity in challenging ground conditions with 11-inch (279 mm) casings and Akkerman's Guided Boring Machine (GBM) method,also known as pilot tube microtunneling, offers customers extended and accurate drive lengths in various ground conditions. The GBM provides the spoil removal process of the auger boring machine and the same level of accuracy as...

One of the most common applications for the single stage 240A jacking frame is its use in conjunction with a standard auger boring rig. Combined, the GBM offers auger boring rig contractors the ability to provide reduced casing diameters and longer drives with extreme accuracy that are unobtainable with an independent auger boring rig. When using the 240A jacking frame with an auger boring rig, the pilot tubes establish the desired path on line and grade. The jacking frame is mounted on the auger bore rig rails with a universal adapter. The theodolite and camera is mounted between the...

The 4812A frame is capable of installing up to 48-inch (1,219 mm) pipe, two-meters in length.lt features independent jacking, rotation and cutter The P275T Power Pack features a six-cylinder, liquid cooled, 275 HP (205 kW) diesel engine with three variable piston pumps for independent operation of the jacking, rotation and PCH. The PI 50Q Power Pack features a four-cylinder, liquid cooled, 154 HP (115 kW) engine with three variable-piston pumps for independent operation The 4812A jacking frame was developed as a direct result of the design and capability demands desired by our customers....

Microtunnel Boring Machines Akkerman's Microtunnel Boring Machines (MTBM) instai pipe in ground conditions that are generally below the water table. Microtunneling is referred to as non-manned, remote controlled, continuously supported pipejacking. Applications most suitable for this method are gravity flow pipelines requiring precise line and grade in poor soil conditions. As the only US manufacturer of microtunneling equipment, our systems are a fusion of high productivity, dependability and accuracy in a wide range of soil conditions without the need The electrically powered, Variable...

Our family of keyhole jacking frames allows the customer to in a closed system. Sensors and flow meters monitor the slurry operate a high-capacity jacking frame out of a minimal launch pressures and flows to avoid spoil settlement.This system can shaft. also be reversed to flush out the slurry lines. Collectively, keyhole jacking frames will operate out of a 16-24 foot (4.87 - 7.3 m) shaft and feature 800-1,200 tons (726-1089 mt) of thrust capacity at 8,000 psi (550 bar) while advancing pipe with a maximum OD of 102-inch (2,591 mm). All frames are able to push 10-feet (3 m) of laid length...

Shown here is a typical 5000 series in-shaft job site The outer ring of the thrust yoke provides a 360-degree surface to minimize point loading on the pipe. Contractors are returning the dirt bucket back to the haul unit after it has been emptied. The operator's station is located along the inside of theTBM wall beside the conveyor. From this position, the operator can control the TBM steering and monitor or adjust as necessary. Akkerman's manned Tunnel Boring Machines (TBM) are the epitome of pipejacking power, control and accuracy in an array of soil conditions.TBMs are suitable where...

The 5000 Series II Pump Unit is part of a complete, all-in-one pipejacking system containing TBM, hydraulic power unit, skid base sections and a thrust yoke. This versatile system easily adapts to any jacking pipe in any pipe joint length with an appropriately sized TBM and yoke. The 5000 Pump Unit cylinders extend to advance the TBM and pipe along the skid base against the thrust yoke. The yoke, matched to the final product pipe diameter, provides a 360-degree surface to minimize point pressure on jacking pipes and transfer thrust from the pump unit to the pipe. The 5000 Series II Pump...

The EH2250 bentonite pump provides lubricant to the outside of the pipe, reducing friction between the pipe and ground, thus decreasing the thrust. Our dual 250-gallon (946 L) tanks continuously mix and pump bentonite solution. The 1548 haul system, intended for theTBM 600- BS 1440 models, consists of a haul unit, dirt bucket and track. It features a 15 HP (11.2 kW) electric drive, low-end torque, extended range of speed, regenerative motor braking and many safety The 524 haul systems can be used with ourTBM 420-540 models.The 524 is equipped with a hydraulic hand brake, electric release...

The excavator shield features hydraulic closeable doors or shelves at the face of bore. The EX 50 manipulates cobbles and spoils before they fall to the conveyor for removal.This photo illustrates the laser target. This ring-beam and lagging tunnel shows the underside of a conveyor as spoils are transported pipejacking applications, Akkerman Excavator Shields are a proven partner. Excavator shields differ from the Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) in that they do not have a cutter head or rotating drum and excavate spoils with a backhoe-type excavator. The excavator and control console easily...

ejacking Systems Many cutter head configurations are available for optimum soil displacement from the EPBM face. The control console is located inside the EPBM where operators have full control of all EPBM functions.The screw conveyor advances spoils into the haul unit dirt bucket. A section of pipe is placed in front of the jacking frame where it will be advanced as the EPBM continues to bore at the tunnel's face. The Akkerman name has long been associated with industry leading projects. Earth Pressure Balance Machine (EPBM) systems have furthered our project realm while offering customers...