SUCTION Excavation UK is gearing up for the firm’s ScotPlant debut this year, with a line-up that includes the new T-REX vacuum excavation system – described as a major step forward in safe excavation technology.
Designed from the ground up, every feature has a purpose: to reduce risk, improve visibility, minimise manual handling, and support safer decision making in complex conditions.
The hydrostatic drive system allows the operator to reposition the truck without repeatedly entering and exiting the cab. This is designed to reduce slips, trips, and fatigue.
Both the water and air lances are engineered to reduce the physical strain associated with manual excavation. The water lance cuts through clay and compacted ground with precision, while the air lance breaks up stubborn material without forcing operatives into awkward or high risk positions.
One of the most significant safety features is the redesigned hose system, which eliminates the need to climb onto the vehicle to clear blockages. Full vehicle lighting coverage ensures the entire working area is illuminated, while red LED halo lighting creates a clear, visual exclusion zone around the truck and boom arm. The integrated camera system provides continuous visibility around the vehicle, eliminating blind spots and supporting safer manoeuvring in confined or high traffic environments.
When operating from the rear of the vehicle, the operator retains full visual awareness through remote camera feeds.
Height and slew restrictors on the boom arm prevent excessive or uncontrolled movement, especially when working near overhead obstructions or in tight boundaries.
With an eight metre reach on both sides of the vehicle, the rear mounted boom arm allows the operator to position the truck safely away from hazards.
The T-REX’s high tip function enables direct discharge into grab lorries or tippers, reducing the need for additional plant and minimising vehicle movements.
Visitors to ScotPlant 2026 can also earn about Suction Excavation UK’s training and test centre for the A78 vacuum excavator certification. The dedicated facility offers guidance, hands on learning, and tailored support for candidates. Suction excavation training & development Manager, Vinny Parnell, recently travelled to Germany to undertake specialist training on the T REX system.
The business will also be showcasing The Swivel Arm, which enhances site accessibility and precision. Engineered to reach difficult or concealed areas with ease, this advanced joint aims to boost flexibility and efficiency across a range of applications. When combined with the 6D articulated hose carrier, the system achieves a movement radius of up to 352°. This expanded range increases the effective working area, minimising the need to reposition the truck.
Functioning like a six axis robotic arm, the 6D articulated hose carrier features four moveable links and a rotation module at the suction nozzle to deliver ‘near unrestricted’ movement. It enables precise positioning at virtually any point within the workspace.
A further Suction Excavation UK innovation is the Mega Air, suited to environments where ground conditions are too hard for standard excavation methods. This solution combines high flow compressed air with advanced suction technology to deliver controlled excavation in terrain that would traditionally slow or halt progress.
By integrating a specialist rotary compressor and air lances, the Mega Air breaks up compacted ground to allow crews to maintain safe exposure of buried utilities while working in conditions previously considered unsuitable for suction excavation. At the heart of the product is a rotary compressor delivering more than 10 bar at 10 m3/min. This provides the force needed to fracture compacted soils quickly and safely.
The 225-cfm air lance works in tandem with the compressor to break up tough material. By reducing reliance on manual tools and heavy mechanical equipment, it supports safer excavation around sensitive buried plant.
