Did You Know? Not only do we sell these Ridgid FlexShaft machines but we also carry out repairs whilst you wait!! We offer a repair service for these machines, whether its a snapped or broken cable that you require or an inner drum replacement. Simply give us a call to get booked in and we can carry out the works required to get your Ridgid FlexShaft machine back up and running again. Give us a call on 01923 270273 to book it in. Alternatively we also sell the cables separately if you want to fit the cable yourself. These can be found on our website. We only use the new and improved dead core cables which means that when you have an issue in the future you are able to cut the cable back unlike the previous version where the cable would unwind itself making it unrepairable after any damage had been caused.

When it comes to maintaining drainage systems, homeowners and property managers often deal with the challenge of repairing damaged pipes. For smaller drains measuring 3 and 4 inches, traditional repair methods can be costly and disruptive. Fortunately, innovative solutions like patch lining technology using a pencil packer are changing the game. This approach allows for efficient repairs without extensive excavation, making it an attractive option for many. Understanding Drain Damage Drain systems can experience various issues, such as cracks, leaks, and complete blockages. Common causes include tree root intrusion, ground movement, and natural wear over time. For instance, trees can extend their roots up to 30 feet in search of moisture, causing significant damage to nearby pipes. Identifying these problems early can prevent more severe damage and expensive repairs. To maintain proper plumbing functionality, it is important to address these issues promptly. Unfortunately, the inclination to dig up the affected area can lead to high labor costs. A typical excavation can cost between $50 to $150 per hour, not to mention potential disruption to your home and landscape. The Advantages of No-Dig Technology This is where no-dig technology excels. Traditional repair methods involve extensive digging, resulting in disruption of your landscape. With pencil packers for patch lining, repairs can be done internally. This significantly reduces costs and downtime. In fact, no-dig technologies can lower excavation costs by up to 75%, making them appealing for homeowners and contractors. The process uses specialized resin-soaked patches that are inserted through a small access point. Once in place, the patch is inflated using a packer, which cures the resin and creates a leak-proof seal. This method not only efficiently repairs the pipe but also enhances its structural integrity, reducing the chance of future issues. Patch Lining: A Closer Look at the Process The patch lining process for 3 and 4-inch pipes is straightforward but demands precision. Here are the primary steps involved: Inspection: A thorough inspection is conducted using a CCTV camera to assess damage and determine repair needs. Cleaning the Pipes: High-pressure water jetting or other cleaning methods remove debris and buildup, ensuring optimal adhesion. Cutting and Preparing the Patch: A patch made of high-quality materials is cut to size and saturated with a specially formulated resin. Inserting the Patch: Using the pencil packer, the saturated patch is inserted into the drain. The packer inflates, pressing the patch against the pipe walls for strong adhesion. Curing: The resin cures, forming a solid repair that can last for years. A packers ready for use in a drain repair project. Cost-Effectiveness of Using Pencil Packers Using pencil packers for drain repairs results in substantial cost savings. The absence of extensive excavation leads to faster repairs and lower labor costs. For example, a traditional repair might take several days and cost up to $2,000, while a pencil packer repair can often be completed in a single day for a fraction of the price. Moreover, minimizing disruption reduces hidden expenses, including landscaping restoration. This method is particularly advantageous in urban areas where digging can lead to significant chaos and additional headaches. The versatility of the pencil packer allows it to shine in tight spaces. Environmental Considerations In today’s world, being environmentally conscious matters more than ever. Traditional methods often generate a lot of waste and consume considerable resources. In contrast, no-dig technologies are sustainable alternatives. Patch lining minimizes landfill contributions while limiting the environmental impact associated with traditional excavation methods. By opting to repair rather than replace damaged pipes, you support sustainable practices. This responsible choice helps protect the environment while ensuring your infrastructure remains intact. Maintenance Tips for Maximizing Pipe Longevity Maintaining your repaired drain is crucial to extending its lifespan. Here are some easy tips: Regular Inspections: Schedule routine CCTV inspections to monitor your drain system's condition. Identifying issues early can prevent costly repairs. Avoid Chemical Drain Cleaners: These can harm pipes. Instead, try natural cleaning methods or consult professionals for tough clogs. Mind Your Landscaping: Ensure trees and large plants are a safe distance from drainage lines. Roots can cause severe damage over time. Install Drain Covers: Quality drainage covers keep debris out, preventing blockages and enhancing pipe longevity. A displaced joint in a drain pipe Wrapping Up In summary, using pencil packers for 3 and 4-inch pipe repairs represents a major advancement in drain maintenance technology. This method allows for repairs without significant digging, helping property owners save time and money while minimizing disruptions. As no-dig technology evolves, it promises even more efficient and sustainable solutions for drain management. Whether you’re facing routine maintenance or tackling unexpected damage, incorporating modern repair techniques offers long-term benefits. Consider the advantages of patch lining in your next drain repair project. Efficiency and effectiveness truly go hand in hand, paving the way for a smoother, less disruptive experience.

Access Bung Kits offer a secure point of entry into plastic, ductile, and cast-iron pipes where no manhole exists and there is no other means of access. They are suitable for diameters ranging from 75mm to 150mm and can withstand pressure up to 1 bar. Access Point kits are a vital piece of equipment to keep on your drainage van, If you get to a job where you need to gain access to a stack pipe etc but there is no access or you are worried that you might break the valve when trying to remove it then this is where the access point kit comes into play. Simply drill a hole in the stack pipe with the diamond tipped hole cutter, insert rods, camera, jetting hose or anything that you need to get the job done. Once finished take one of the access bungs and the allen key, push the bung into the hole and tighten the allen key, This will tighten the bung in the hole and that is the job done. Here is a drilled stack pipe with an access bung installed showing the simple concept of this product, Easily gain access to a blockage without the need or fear of breaking something leading to an expensive repair bill or even just the time you will loose in doing so. We sell the full Access Point kit or just the replacement bungs at a reduced price if this is a product that you feel you could do with on your van. Check it out by following the link below.

Have a look at our new gallery section where you will find pictures of all of the common vans found, Simply click on the van that you are thinking of purchasing or would like to see what one of our Jetters look like in the back. This is a very useful tool as you can see how much room is left in the van after one of our drain cleaning machines have been fitted so you know if the van you have in mind is the right one for you or if you should be looking at a slightly bigger van. This gallery will be getting updated on a regular basis with Jetting machine installs that we are doing to give you a much better understanding of the dimensions and how the jetting machines look inside each of these vans.

Interchangeable Manhole Keys After a very long wait the new universal manhole lifting keys are back in stock!!! We have these priced at £52 +vat at this moment in time. The previous version of these were very popular and now we have them back. Only this time they are stronger and better than ever. Head over to our website now to get yourself a set that comes with a carry bag and all interchangeable tips for lifting manhole covers. The Universal kit includes 2 handles and 11 interchangeable key tips. Designed to fit most standard UK and European manhole covers. Heavy-duty carbon steel construction featuring a quad-ball bearing locking mechanism to withstand 1,000kg. Ensures a safe working load capacity of up to 250kg. Supplied in a durable storage case with zip closure and shoulder strap for hands-free carrying.   Mixed Shaped Ends 250kg Maximum Load Carbon Steel Construction Quick Release Heavy Duty Powder-Coated Carry Case

A Portable quick release steam cleaning attachment for jet wash and drain cleaning applications!! (Buy Me Or Hire Me) Here is our all-new Rapid Hot box accessory for use with our 3008 Jetting machine, this machine is very simple to use and very effective, Simply attach the hot box to a 240v power supply, fill the tank with diesel, plug in the 2x hoses supplied with snap connectors and away you go. This hot box is the perfect accessory for your jetting machine if you are undertaking pest works such as flushing out and clearing cockroaches and any other similar pest. Another huge advantage of being able to wash at these temperatures is that it takes a lot less effort to remove stubborn fat or grease because as well as the water pressure you are also hitting the grime with temperatures of up to 100°C which melts it away. This hot box works with both jetting nozzles and or a jet wash lance which also makes it effective for driveway cleaning and removal of stubborn substances left behind that water pressure alone won’t clear. Key Advantages: • Its Portable: Can be wheeled around easily meaning it hasn’t got to be in your van all the time and can be stored until you need it. • Quick Release Attachment: This hot box is attached via 2x quick release hoses so can be attached and removed within seconds. • Light weight: It is super light and manoeuvrable making it easy for one person operations. • Can Be Used With Nozzles And Lance: This Attachment is compatible with both our full range of jetting nozzles and both our wash down lance and our trigger assembly. Watch A Short Video Of It In Use Here

Here at jetter conversions we offer both manual lifting keys as well as the magnetic lifting keys that you see above, There is both pros and cons to both different types of key and i will just quickly run through the both to help you decide on what one would be right for you, Magnetic Keys We Offer a variety of different magnetic manhole lifting keys which all perform slightly differently and are priced accordingly, We have cheaper keys that don't lift quite as much weight but are perfect for if you are doing mainly domestic works and are lifting standard size manholes everyday and then we go onto selling bigger magnetic keys where you can double up to get get more of a fixing and have a two engineer lift. Now these magnetic keys are more expensive than your standard manual keys but there are some massive advantages to these magnetic manhole lifters within the drainage industry which I will list them below: They Are Magnetic: Being magnetic means that there is no need to be having to clean out dirty key holes or getting to a job to find that someone has tried lifting the manhole before and snapped a key in the eyelet meaning you 5 minute job turns into a nightmare, this is where the magnetic key comes into its own as you don't have to mess around with any of that, just simply drop the lifter onto the cover and lift!! Health And Safety: These keys meet European health and safety standards for safe practices of work, The reason that they are so popular is because they are at a good height that you don't put too much strain on your back when lifting and re-covering a manhole, Also unlike traditional keys you don't have to have your hands anywhere near the manhole when removing or re-covering which eliminates the risk of trapped hands or fingers. Easy To Store: These keys are very compact as they have a folding mechanism built in so when they are in your van they take up hardly no space, As well as their small and compact design they are also of a very good build quality so have very little to worry about in the way of issues or problems. Durability: Being made out of good and strong materials is a must as we know these keys will be getting thrown around into vans etc so the build quality is top notch and the manufacturer says that the magnetic plate its self should last up to 10 years. Standard Manhole Lifting Keys Now standard manhole lifting keys aren't bad or dangerous and have the same outcome but when using these keys you are governed by lots of different variables when arriving at a job, For example manhole lifting eyes can sometimes be filled with dirt or rubbish and sometimes even worse things like tarmac or concrete, when this happens you now have a lot bigger job on your hands before you even start to do the job that you came for, Once this is cleared you have to hope that the manhole its self will lift easy enough that it doesn't snap a key in the eyelet. Pro's / Cons: There are pro's and cons to both products here but I will separate them up best to what I believe is the most important facts. Pro's / Cons For Magnetic Lifters : Pro's: Health an safety certified Durable and good quality build One magnetic lifter will lift all metal covers Buy once and lasts for a long time Easy to use Cons: More expensive than manual keys Wont lift plastic covers Pro's / Cons For Standard Keys : Pro's: Cheap Lot's of variety Easy to store Work's on plastic covers Cons: More strain on your back whilst lifting Not universal to all manholes Heads can snap off and cause problem's

The M18 FUEL Milwaukee Drain Cleaner with Power state brushless motor delivering maximum power 10m down the line. A cable-drive locking feed system maintains selected feed speed and auto-adjusts to compatible cable sizes for the best cable grip when feeding and working. Also included is a fully enclosed drum for better protection and mess containment. Red Link Plus intelligence system delivers advanced digital overload protection and enhances performance under load. Works with all Milwaukee M18 batteries, Have a look at the product photos and the demonstration video below. Key Features For 8-75mm Pipes 10.6m Stainless Steel Spiral Cable 8mm Spiral End LED Work Light Trigger Switch Brushless Motor Does Not Include Battery or Charger 8mm Power Feed Milwaukee Drain Cleaner Milwaukee Drain Cleaner Exploded View

Our 3008 petrol jetting machine is designed, manufactured and installed all in house, we also do all the yearly maintenance as well as supply and fit spare parts when needed. We see the process through from the very start to the very end and pride ourselves on our ongoing customer support weather that's in person, over the phone or any other way that you can get in contact with us. Here Are Some Key Features About Our 3008 Drain Jetting Machine: • 60 Metres Of High Pressure 3/8” Jetting Hose • 50 Metres Of ½” Inlet Hose • Built In Antifreeze System • Water Sight Glass • Electric Key Start • Easy To Operate Water Pressure System • All Exhaust And Water Outlets Routed Through Floor • Rigid Framework With All Components Mounted Inside • 250 Litre Water Tank • 250kg Dry Weight • Emergency Stop No Hidden Costs!! Included in our price for these Drain Jetting Machines is the following: • 1x 15m ¼” Mini Hose • 1x Trigger Assembly • 1x High Pressure Lance • 2x Standard Nozzles ¼” • 2x Standard Nozzles 3/8” • 1x Adaptor To Connect 3/8” Hose To ¼” Hose • Installation Into Your Van These machines leave here ready to go to work and they are installed in less than an hour by our install team, If you are looking for a cost effective solution to a drain jetting machine then look no further as these machines are simple yet effective and although they are cheap we don't compromise on quality. Click Here to Find Out All The Specs Of This Machine

Here is our brand new Ultimate Cutting And Descale Box Kit filled with everything you need to cut roots and descale drain pipes efficiently and effectively, This kit has been designed for fast and reliable use whilst on site and holds a spinning nozzle that can be changed from a root cutter into a chain flail with the use on the Allen key and adaptors provided inside. Box Includes: 1x Root Cutting Nozzle 1x Chain Adaption Head 1x 4" Smooth Chain 1x 6" Smooth Chain 1x 4" Carbide Tipped Chain 1x 6" Carbide Tipped Chain 1x 6" Skids 2x 4" Root Cutting Blades 2x 6" Root Cutting Blades 1x WD40 1x Allen Key This box is available for purchase only through Jetter Conversions Ltd, both nozzle variations are demonstrated in the video below. If you have anymore questions or queries about this product don't hesitate to ask and give us a call on 01923 270273 or drop us an email at info@jetterconversions.co.uk

Our Tulip nozzles are a great addition to any jetting machine. Priced at only £200 for all 3 nozzles its a very cost effective way into high performance nozzles. These Tulip nozzles are machined out of a single billet of aluminium by us in house to ensure a good quality product every time, These nozzles accompany any of our Jetting machine range as they have been fitted with the correct nozzles to suit all pressures and flows. Another advantage of making these nozzles in house is that we can keep the price to an absolute minimum and it means that we are in control of stock so we can make sure to always have these nozzles on the shelf if a drainage engineer comes in to see us or you are thinking of ordering online. These Nozzles increase the performance of our jetting machines compared to our standard range, if you don't believe us just watch the video below. We Also Sell Mini Tulip Nozzles!! Here is our mini version of the tulip nozzle, This nozzle is designed to be used on your 1/4" mini hose to give you that extra performance whilst cleaning stack pipes. The coned shape of this nozzle helps it glide around corners a lot easier than conventional drain cleaning nozzles and with its effective rear facing jets it also pulls its-self along the drain pipe with great speed and power. Even though this nozzle is small ,it still packs a punch and with there being very limited options for 1/4" small and effective drain jetting nozzles on the market this nozzle is a great seller among our customers. At only £45 this nozzle is also extremely cheap. Over the years we have sold thousands of these nozzles with our customers giving us great feedback, Very simple in design and cost effective why wouldn't you have one onboard the van?

Now that the cold season is in full swing make sure to anti-freeze your Jetting machines when they are not in use.   Its no secret that in this weather water turns to ice very quickly and improper use of the anti-freeze system or failure to circulate anti-freeze around your jetting machine properly can cause damage to the pump. Luckily for you if you have purchased one of our jetting machines then we have a system in place and all the information that you are going to need to prevent this from happening.   First of all if you think that there is any chance your machine is frozen DO NOT start it, The second the key is turned in the engine its too late!!!   If the machine is started whilst frozen the plungers in the pump will engage and if the boars are now filled with ice instead of water it simply cannot compress the ice and will cause damage to the rods, seals and anything in its way.   Click the link below to download the antifreeze instructions for our 3008 Jetting machine, If you have a different machine the principle is the same, you must run antifreeze through the pump and main hose as well as the return hoses. In the event that you do forget to antifreeze the machine and it becomes frozen then you must defrost the machine before using it. There is a few different methods for this such as you can try to defrost the machine by putting a heater in the back of the van or by running hot water over all areas of the machine that carry water and could be affected by the ice. But you must be sure that it is fully defrosted before attempting to start. Some Signs That Your Machine Is Frozen: The Control Valve Will Not Move When Trying To Turn the Handle The Drain Valve Either Wont Open Or If It Does No Water Will Run Out Remove The Water Filter Bowl And If There Is Any Signs Of Ice Then The Machine Is Frozen. The Pressure Gauge Is Reading More Than 0psi Even When Turned Off Visible Signs That My Machine Has Been Damaged By Frost: There Will Be Water Leaking Between The Brass Pump Head Section And The Grey Pump Its self The Hose Will Be Juddering And Pulsing Whilst Not Giving You A Constant Stream Of Water Out The End Of The Jetting Hose Your Water Filter Could Be Cracked The Rubber Bung Has Blown Out The Top Of Your Pressure Gauge One Of The 32mm Brass Nuts On The Pump Head Has Blown Out Lack Of Pressure Whilst Jetting What Happens To Your Machine If It Is Started Whilst Frozen: Inside of the brass section of your pump head this is where all the work happens to create the desired pressure that your machine runs at, What this means is that the pistons have a very high workload which if ran with water are absolutely fine but as soon as they try to compress ice this is the outcome, the plungers will push the ice straight through the valve carriers and if your lucky once this has happened it will cause a lack of pressure and a water leak, as soon as you get this fixed you are back to working as good as new. But if you are unlucky or have a very hard frost the plungers will keep on trying to compress the ice that hasn't yet cleared and this could bigger problems such as: Bend The Crankshaft In Your Engine Push A Brass Nut Out Of The Pump And Stripping The Thread On The Way Cracked Ceramics Inside The Pump Head A Snapped Shaft Within The Pump In Conclusion If you have any doubts that any part of your Jetting machine is frozen DO NOT START IT , Make sure you take the necessary precautions in the winter months to avoid your machine becoming frozen. If you are unsure Of How To Anti-freeze your machine properly then download the pdf file above and rear through the instructions and follow them step by step, or scan the QR code and watch the demonstration video.