Vermeer engineered its new S3 Series horizontal directional drills to reduce the noise they produce for easier communication on the job site, better relations with communities around sites and safer operating conditions. Sound measurement numbers (dBA) are tricky. Check out this Vermeer video to see if you agree that the volume difference is dramatic.
[VIDEO]Hear the Hush with Vermeer's Quiet New S3 Series Directional Drills
Vermeer video (2:05 min.) compares noise levels of the new S3-Series directional drills to predecessors. Think the difference can make sites safer, more productive and community friendly?
Oct 2, 2015
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