Call us today on 0121-355-4083
0121-355-4083 / 07884-844-400
hbennett@greenpower-plant.co.uk
Credit account form

Highways-Ready Vac Ex Solutions

Safe, Efficient Excavation on Any Road Network

Our fleet includes Left Tip Vac Ex units with full Chapter 8 compliance, height and slew restrictors, and safe access systems, making them suitable for lane closures, hard shoulder works, and urban road networks. All works are delivered by trained, safety-critical operators with highways passports and relevant certifications.

Vac Ex is widely used on highways projects to safely expose buried services, reduce the risk of service strikes, and minimise disruption to road users. By avoiding mechanical digging, our approach supports safer working practices, faster excavation, and reduced reinstatement requirements.

Typical Highways Applications

Where Our Vac Ex Services Are Used

Typical highways applications include:

  • Lane closures and temporary traffic management zones
  • Streetworks and service exposure on live roads
  • Drainage, lighting, and signage infrastructure works
  • Planned maintenance and emergency response activities

Highways – FAQs

Is Vac Ex suitable for live highways and traffic-managed environments?

Yes. GP Site Solutions operates fully highways-ready Vac Ex units, including left-tip vehicles with full Chapter 8 compliance. These machines are designed specifically for lane closures, hard shoulders, and live traffic environments.

Can Vac Ex be used during lane closures or night works?

Yes. Vac Ex is commonly used during lane closures, overnight works, and reduced traffic windows. Its precision and speed help minimise disruption and programme impact.

Do your operators hold highways-specific certifications?

Yes. Our operators hold relevant highways passports, safety-critical medicals, and competency certifications required to work safely on highways projects.

How does Vac Ex reduce risk on highways projects?

Vac Ex avoids mechanical digging, significantly reducing the risk of service strikes, plant interface incidents, and unplanned carriageway damage.