HAWK PUMPS DESIGNS ‘INNOVATIVE DRAIN MINI-JET’

HAWK PUMPS DESIGNS ‘INNOVATIVE DRAIN MINI-JET’
Drain Mini Jet

Troy Mokawem explains how they are levelling the field for plumbers

Troy Mokawem, Hawk’s senior technical and national operations manager, believes that struggle is a great breeding ground for innovation.

“We could really see the difference between younger plumbers coming into the market and trying to go up against the big guys, where capital and equipment are often an issue,” he says. “So, we had a look, and we decided to bring something revolutionary to the table. We created a new mobile drain mini-jet for the domestic market that allows plumbing companies of all sizes to perform their work.”

Hawk Pumps is a Durban-based company and leading manufacturer and distributor of high-pressure pumps and equipment, with over half a century of experience in the industry.

Innovative Design

“The new mini-jet unit is ideal for domestic plumbers, new start-ups and existing plumbing outfits who want to expand their scope of work. The heart of the system is 3-piston pump that delivers a flow rate of 10l/min, at 140 bar pressure. There are two types available: a 230V electric motor unit, and in reaction to consistent load-shedding, a petrol-powered version. The electric unit plugs right into a standard plug point. “

“The electric motor is really quiet,” says Troy. “In this way, it is ideal for home use, where it will not disturb homeowners.”

Unique Build

The unit comes with a 20m drain jetter hose that is made from lightweight materials which will not cause damage to the PVC piping used in domestic housing. It uses a drain bomb nozzle to ensure the removal of blockages.

The drain hose is connected to the unit using a quick connector coupler. With a simple twist and pull, it can be disconnected and a 10m 2-wire hose with a high pressure gun, lance and nozzle can be snapped on to the unit to convert it to a surface cleaner.

“In this way, the pressure washer could now be used, for example, to clean paving or even to wash vehicles, giving the owner a secondary source of income,” says Troy.

The hose reel sits on a small mild-steel chassis with two caster wheels and the pump mechanism. This unit is small and easy to move around, and light enough for two people to lift it in and out of a vehicle.

“It fits snugly with the rest of a domestic plumber’s equipment and does not require extra transportation,” comments Troy.

“We wanted to make something that the starter plumber would be able to use easily, as well as something that would add value to more experienced plumbers. We have already received great feedback on the units, with some experienced plumbers acknowledging how this expands their scope and allows them to take on domestic work as well as industrial work.”

Cost-Effective

“The average domestic plumber needs to spend huge amounts – anywhere up to R100 000 – to get the drain-cleaning equipment needed for removing blockages, as this equipment caters for much larger operations and is used by large plumbing outfits.”

“Our mini-jet is a fraction of the price and creates a solution in a single, affordable product,” says Troy.

Creating Solutions

“We believe in helping the market grow and in empowering those within the industry to make the most of the technology available,” says Troy.

“We are continually looking for areas in which we can improve our own services and products so that the entire industry can benefit. This mini-jet will empower startup plumbers to take on more work for less cost, and ultimately ensure that the service received by consumers is improved.”

Visit the Hawk Pumps website or contact one of the Hawk Pumps distribution offices:

Durban(031) 274-8555

Johannesburg(011) 822-4039

E-mail[email protected]

 

About Hawk

Hawk is a manufacturing company that primarily creates industrial high-pressure pumping and cleaning equipment. They also manufacture spraying solutions, including industrial nozzles as well as eyewash and safety showers. One of Hawk’s biggest strengths is that they have the capacity to manufacture, and custom design machines tailored to specific customer needs.

Hawk serves a wide range of customers from virtually every industrial sector, including processing plants, factories, workshops, contract cleaners, drain and sewer cleaners, car, truck and bus washers, mines, agricultural and more.