Lightweight Penetrometer Sounding System LPSS - Skidsteer
Vertek's Lightweight Penetrometer Sounding System (LPSS) uses an agile, lightweight alternative to traditional CPT rigs.
Cone Penetrometer Push for Bobcat or Skidsteer
Rent a skidsteer from a local dealership (optional quick attach plate required) and have the LPSS shipped directly to the job site!
CPT Push platform can Towed Behind a Truck
The lightweight and versatile LPSS can be towed behind small trucks, carried by bobcat or other skidsteer loaders, hand towed, and stowed in the bed of a pickup.
The LPSS consists of three main components:
- Aluminum base
- Hydraulic ram
- Valve post and valves
- Clamping head - 40lb (18.14kg)
- Valve and post- 28 lb (12.7kg)
- Base Assy - 165lb (74.84 kg)
- Ram Assy (empty) - 197lbs (89.36kg)
- Length 40"(101.6 cm)
- Width 45 1/4" (114.9 cm)
- Height 60" (152.4 cm)
All connections and hoses on the valve stand are quick-connect for easy set-up and take down. The hydraulic ram has 10 ton push capacity and Mechanical head clamp. Our innovative design pushes the rod through the center of the cylinder eliminating the need for external cylinders reducing space and system weight.
The aluminum base uses only three points of contact providing a smaller footprint and less anchoring.
The LPSS has a 0.5 meter stroke, 10 ton push capability, and 13 ton retraction capability.
Breakdown into manageable components for easy storage and transport:
