Vermeer reclaimer’s efficient fluid management allows for smaller crews on utility projects
The skid-mounted R125 supports 24,000- to 40,000-pound horizontal directional drills
Vermeer's R125 reclaimer is a compact mud recycling system designed to support utility-sized drills within the 24,000-pound to 40,000-pound (10,886-kilogram to 18,144-kilogram) horizontal directional drill (HDD) classes. The new reclaimer is compatible with the Vermeer D24x40 S3 HDD through the D40x55 S3 HDD models. Operating at 480 volts and 60 Hertz, this skid-mounted system boasts a 125 gpm (500 litre/min) recycling capacity at 20 percent solids loading. It helps reduce the volume of freshwater and drilling fluid additives required on projects and the associated dumping costs.
"Operational costs for HDD contractors are increasing due to rising fluid and waste disposal costs, as well as environmental conditions such as droughts that limit access to freshwater. In response, contractors are turning to mud recycling systems. The R125 reclaimer is designed for smaller crews on utility job sites," says John Cope, a Vermeer applications engineer. "Its simple operation allows crews to focus on drilling, and its skid design provides flexible transportation options and easy job site setup. This helps them reduce fluid disposal costs and run a more efficient operation."
Designed for stable cleaning performance and quick screen changes
The R125 features a double-screen deck and six four-inch (10.2-centimetre) long-body hydrocyclones. These components work together to separate detrimental solids from mud. To maintain stable performance even under variable processing volumes, the system includes a high-capacity 15-hp (11-kW) pump for optimal circulation. For ease of use, the primary screens are designed for quick changes and are secured by an air-clamping system powered by an on-board air compressor, making screen changes efficient and straightforward.
Automated operation prevents overflow and reduces labour requirements
The R125's automated operation is facilitated by fluid level switches in the reclaimer tank and the remote level switch in the mixing tank. These switches help prevent overflow throughout the fluid system setup and reduce labour to monitor fluid levels, eliminating the need for manual valve control.
The R125 comes with a 600-gallon (2,300-litre) water tank. When paired with the 1,000-gallon (3,785.4-litre) tank option on the Vermeer MX300 mix system, crews can leverage a 1,600-gallon (6,056.7-litre) capacity. The R125 reclaimer's compact size, measuring 102 inches (260 centimetres) in length and 85 inches (216 centimetres) in width, simplifies transportation to the job site and optimizes space usage there.
