The complete, self-contained mobile valve exercising system trusted by municipalities, water districts, and utility contractors across the Mountain West.
The Standard LX bundles the ERV-750 extended reach valve exerciser, VITALS™ datalogger software, powerful vacuum excavation, pressure washing, and a full hydraulic power unit — all on a trailer any medium-duty pickup can tow.
The class-leading ERV-750 Extended Reach Valve operator delivers 750 ft-lbs of controlled torque — enough to safely open even the most stubborn, long-neglected underground water valves.
With a 13-foot reach, operators service multiple curbside and offset valves from a single setup — dramatically increasing crew efficiency.
A positive displacement blower delivers 500 CFM at 11 in Hg. Spoils are captured in the 250-gallon tank with Wachs' exclusive hydraulic slide-tilt-and-dump system and power-latching rear door.
Expose valves, clear debris, and clean valve boxes — all from one trailer, no separate vac truck needed.
Powered by the Kohler 27 HP Command Pro V-Twin — a proven, field-reliable overhead cam engine. Gasoline power matches your existing fleet fuel, simplifying logistics for municipalities and contractors.
The onboard HPU (HTMA Class II) delivers 8 GPM at 2,000 PSI through a fan-cooled heat exchanger and 10-gallon reservoir.
The 2.5 GPM pressure washer and 95-gallon water tank let crews flush valve boxes, clean valve stems, and hydro-excavate — without a separate water truck. One less vehicle, one less cost.
Wachs' industry-exclusive VITALS software uses "No Assumptions" logic — developed over 30 years — to eliminate misdirection and over-torquing during operation.
Real equipment. Real field conditions.
Six reasons this trailer belongs on every utility crew's roster.
750 ft-lbs of torque with a 13-foot reach. Service multiple valves from one setup — no trailer repositioning needed for curbside or offset valves.
Wachs' exclusive valve intelligence prevents over-torquing, logs every operation with GPS, and generates AWWA compliance reports automatically.
500 CFM blower and 250-gallon hydraulic spoils tank. Expose valves, clear debris — all from one trailer, no separate vacuum truck required.
2.5 GPM at 3,000 PSI with 95 gallons onboard. Flush valve boxes and hydro-excavate without a separate water tanker on site.
Operate from a safe distance with the ruggedized TC-110 running VITALS. Bluetooth and tethered modes for any field condition.
No dedicated fleet vehicle needed. The Standard LX tows behind any medium-duty pickup already in your fleet — no special licensing, no extra cost.
Valves that go unexercised seize, corrode, and fail exactly when you need them most — during a main break, a fire, or a contamination event. A proactive program with the Standard LX eliminates that risk entirely.
From municipal water departments to rural water districts.
Everything your crew needs to get the most from the Standard LX.
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Intermountain Sales is the authorized E.H. Wachs distributor for Colorado, Utah, and the Mountain West. Contact us for fleet pricing, bulk orders, demo availability, and procurement support.
The E.H. Wachs Standard LX Valve Maintenance Trailer (VMT, Gas) is the most widely deployed valve maintenance trailer in the water utility industry. Designed for municipalities, water districts, and utility contractors, this self-contained valve exercising system combines a class-leading ERV-750 extended reach valve turner, 500 CFM vacuum excavation, 3,000 PSI pressure washing, and VITALS™ valve exercising software — all on a single towable trailer platform.
Regular valve maintenance and valve exercising is essential for every water distribution system. AWWA recommends that all water system valves be exercised annually to prevent corrosion, tuberculation, and seizure. Without a proactive valve turning program, underground valves can become inoperable exactly when they are needed most — during a main break, fire, or contamination event. The Standard LX valve maintenance trailer gives municipal crews the power, reach, and data tools to build and sustain a complete valve exercising program.
The ERV-750 Extended Reach Valve Operator is the heart of the Standard LX. This industry-leading valve exerciser delivers 750 ft-lbs of controlled torque and a 13-foot reach — allowing operators to exercise multiple valves from a single road position, without repositioning the trailer. It is the most effective valve turning machine available for municipal water system maintenance.
Intermountain Sales, Inc. is the authorized E.H. Wachs valve maintenance trailer distributor for Colorado, Utah, and Wyoming. We serve municipalities, rural water districts, and utility contractors across the Mountain West with the full Wachs line of valve maintenance systems, valve exercising equipment, and accessories. Call (303) 762-1070 to speak with a valve maintenance specialist, request a quote, or schedule a field demonstration.
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The Standard LX Valve Maintenance Trailer (VMT) with Gas Power Unit is a fully self-contained mobile valve exercising system designed to help water utilities maintain and operate underground water valves safely and efficiently. Built for durability and field performance, this trailer-mounted valve exerciser allows crews to exercise, operate, and maintain buried water valves throughout the distribution system.
Regular valve exercising is essential for keeping water system infrastructure operating properly. Over time, valves can become difficult to operate due to corrosion, debris buildup, or lack of use. The Standard LX Valve Maintenance Trailer provides the power and torque needed to safely open and close valves while helping utilities identify potential valve issues before they become emergencies.
This trailer-mounted valve exerciser system allows water departments to perform proactive valve maintenance across their entire distribution network while reducing manual labor and improving safety in the field.
The Standard LX Valve Maintenance Trailer is designed to be a complete mobile valve exercising solution. The trailer houses a powerful gas-powered hydraulic unit that drives a professional valve exercising machine capable of delivering high torque while maintaining precise control.
Mounted on a rugged trailer platform, the system allows operators to easily transport the valve exerciser throughout the water system to perform routine valve maintenance and valve exercising programs.
With onboard power, organized tool storage, and durable construction, this valve maintenance trailer is ideal for municipalities, water districts, and utility contractors responsible for maintaining large water distribution systems.
Water utilities depend on functioning valves to isolate sections of pipeline during maintenance, repairs, and emergencies. Without regular exercising, valves can seize or fail when they are needed most.
The Standard LX Valve Maintenance Trailer helps water departments implement a proactive valve maintenance program by allowing crews to routinely operate and inspect valves across the system.
Using a powered valve exerciser helps utilities:
Reduce the risk of stuck or inoperable valves
Verify proper valve operation throughout the distribution system
Identify valves requiring repair or replacement
Improve emergency response readiness
Extend the service life of water system valves
By exercising valves on a regular schedule, utilities can maintain greater control over their infrastructure and reduce costly emergency repairs.
The gas powered hydraulic system provides the power required to operate large or difficult underground water valves. Operators can apply controlled torque to open or close valves while monitoring valve resistance during operation.
This controlled operation helps prevent valve damage while providing valuable feedback about the condition of each valve in the system.
Hydraulic valve exercisers provide significantly greater torque than manual valve keys, making it easier to operate older valves, large gate valves, or valves that have not been exercised in many years.
Municipal water systems depend on thousands of underground valves to control water flow throughout their distribution networks. A valve exerciser trailer provides a mobile solution that allows crews to quickly travel throughout the system and exercise valves on a regular schedule.
The Standard LX system functions as a professional valve exerciser trailer, giving water departments the ability to bring powerful valve exercising equipment directly to the field. Instead of relying on manual valve keys or stationary equipment, operators can tow the trailer to each valve location and safely exercise valves using a powered valve exercising machine.
For municipalities responsible for maintaining large water distribution systems, a dedicated valve exerciser trailer dramatically improves efficiency and helps ensure valves remain operational when they are needed during emergencies or repairs.
A water valve exercising machine is one of the most important pieces of municipal valve maintenance equipment. These machines provide the torque and control needed to safely open and close underground valves that may have gone years without operation.
The Standard LX system combines a powerful water valve exercising machine with a mobile trailer platform, creating a complete water valve maintenance trailer that allows utilities to implement proactive valve exercising programs.
Regular use of municipal valve exercising equipment allows water departments to:
Locate and verify valve positions
Detect stuck or damaged valves
Maintain proper valve operation throughout the system
Reduce emergency response times during pipeline repairs
Extend the life of critical water distribution infrastructure
By investing in a reliable water valve exercising machine and trailer system, municipalities can improve infrastructure reliability while reducing costly valve failures and emergency maintenance events.
Implementing a valve exercising program is one of the most effective ways to maintain a reliable water distribution system. Regular valve maintenance helps ensure valves operate when needed during pipeline repairs, system shutdowns, and emergency situations.
The Standard LX Valve Maintenance Trailer provides a powerful and efficient solution for utilities that need a reliable mobile valve exercising system to maintain underground water valves across their service area.
With the ability to quickly transport the system from valve to valve, water crews can dramatically improve maintenance efficiency while protecting critical water infrastructure.
Complete trailer-mounted valve exercising system
Gas powered hydraulic power unit
Designed for exercising underground water distribution valves
Heavy-duty trailer construction for field durability
Mobile valve maintenance solution for municipalities and water utilities
High torque valve exercising capability
Ideal for proactive valve maintenance programs
Helps identify stuck or damaged valves before emergencies occur
Designed for safe and efficient underground valve operation
The Standard LX Valve Maintenance Trailer is commonly used by:
Municipal water departments
Rural water districts
Public works departments
Water utility contractors
Infrastructure maintenance crews
This mobile valve exercising trailer allows utilities to efficiently maintain hundreds or even thousands of valves throughout their water distribution systems.
Implementing a valve exercising program is one of the most effective ways to maintain a reliable water distribution system. Regular valve maintenance helps ensure valves operate when needed during pipeline repairs, system shutdowns, and emergency situations.
The Standard LX Valve Maintenance Trailer provides a powerful and efficient solution for utilities that need a reliable mobile valve exercising system to maintain underground water valves across their service area.
With the ability to quickly transport the system from valve to valve, water crews can dramatically improve maintenance efficiency while protecting critical water infrastructure.
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