Vermeer Releases SPX25 Vibratory Plow For Cable, Fiber & Irrigation Systems

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The new SPX25 vibratory plow is made for quickly and efficiently installing cable, fiber, and irrigation systems. (Photo courtesy of Vermeer.)

Vermeer, a Pella, Iowa,-based manufacturer of underground construction equipment, as well as agricultural, surface mining, tree care, and environmental equipment, has released the new Vermeer SPX25 vibratory plow. Designed to install cable, fiber, and irrigation systems quickly and efficiently, the vibratory plow includes rubber tracks, a 25 horsepower Kohler gas engine, and full-function remote control that Vermeer states provides operators a 360-degree view of a jobsite for unobstructed views of the cable/fiber or irrigation system being installed.

Made With Contractors In Mind

Ed Savage, Vermeer product manager, stated that applications such as installing cable and fiber to homes can pose several obstacles for contractors, including the possibility of encountering narrow gates, fences, and other common obstacles. “The SPX25 plow minimizes those concerns. We’ve eliminated the need for operators to run the machine from behind, which means they can stand in whatever location gives them the best view. This design has also allowed us to make the plow even more compact for excellent performance in tight areas,” he stated.

Plenty Of Power

With its 25 HP engine, Vermeer states the SPX25 has ample power to install small pipes and cables to depths of up to 1 foot. Additionally, using an optional Porta Bore attachment, the vibratory plow can bore underneath driveways and sidewalks. Elsewhere, with a ground pressure rating of 3.7psi, the plow’s dual rubber tracks deliver good floatation on soft-ground conditions and lessen the amount of jobsite restoration that may be required after an installation is finished, the company states.

Additional Benefits

Other features include a 3.7mph transport speed; optional mountable reel carrier to help reduce the need for other equipment and labor required for a job; optional weight kit to add traction when working on hard-ground conditions; and a pivot-mounted plow sporting a 55-degree swing angle that automatically adjusts when turning. The latter capability helps the unit make efficient turns when installing utilities around obstacles.

Source: Vermeer