DRY VACUUM
Air-powered excavation that puts precision, safety, and your project schedule first.
The air advantage
Bandit Solutions specializes in digging with air. Dry vacuum excavation uses compressed air to loosen soil, then a powerful vacuum system collects the excavated material. Unlike traditional hydrovac excavation, the process does not add water to the ground. That difference changes how material is handled, how the work area is managed, and how quickly suitable soil can be returned to the excavation.
From our Canonsburg, Pennsylvania location, we work with crews across the Pittsburgh region who need a careful approach around buried infrastructure. Our operators use advanced equipment to expose utilities and remove soil with control. Every job begins with a conversation about the site, the scope of work, and the conditions that may influence the excavation method.
Precision around underground infrastructure
Underground gas lines, electrical cables, water pipes, and telecommunications infrastructure can make conventional excavation challenging. Air excavation provides a controlled way to remove surrounding soil when visibility and careful working practices matter. It is useful for investigating crossings, exposing existing services, and supporting construction planning before larger equipment enters the area.
No excavation method eliminates every risk. Our team follows site-specific safety procedures, works with available utility information, and adjusts the operation to the conditions encountered. Utility marking and coordination remain essential. We discuss access, nearby infrastructure, work zone requirements, and any restrictions with your team before beginning the job.
Keep suitable soil on-site for backfill
Adding water to soil creates slurry that may need separate handling and disposal. Dry vacuum excavation avoids creating that water-based waste stream. Suitable collected material can remain at the site for reuse, reducing the need to haul it away and bring replacement material back. This can simplify the excavation and restoration sequence for your crew.
Soil reuse depends on the material and the requirements of the project. Contamination, unsuitable soil, or a specified backfill standard may still require different handling. We help identify these considerations early rather than assuming every site can follow the same process. The goal is a practical plan that supports safe excavation and efficient completion.
More work. Fewer interruptions.
Water-based excavation can involve trips to obtain water and dispose of mud slurry. Digging with air removes those water-related cycles from the operation. Keeping equipment on the job and suitable soil nearby can help your crew maintain momentum, especially where project access or scheduling is tight.
Our equipment delivers up to 24,000 CFM of suction through a 10-inch hose, as described in our existing equipment specifications. That capacity supports efficient removal of loosened material. Actual productivity depends on ground conditions, depth, access, and the work required; we assess those factors with you rather than promising a fixed production rate.
Where dry vacuum excavation fits
Typical applications include utility potholing before a bore, daylighting existing pipes before construction, and exposing infrastructure during repair or maintenance. The method can also support carefully controlled digging in congested areas where buried assets need to remain visible and protected throughout the work.
Dry excavation is not automatically the right choice for every soil or project. Tell us about ground conditions, known utilities, your desired depth, and the available work area. We can discuss whether air-powered excavation is appropriate and what information is needed to plan the job.
Plan your Canonsburg or Pittsburgh project
Bandit Solutions is based at 1000 Noble Energy Dr Suite 140, Canonsburg, PA 15317. Our team serves Canonsburg and the Pittsburgh region, including projects in Washington and Allegheny counties. Availability and access are confirmed individually so your excavation work can be coordinated with the rest of the project.
Call 866-637-9822 or email info@banditsolutions.com Monday through Friday, 9 AM–5 PM. Share your site location, the utilities involved, and your expected schedule. We will help you determine the next steps for a more considered, air-powered approach to excavation.
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