GBM 240A Jacking Frame

The GBM 240A is the industry-leading pilot tube system for accurately guiding horizontal auger bore equipment. With hundreds of systems being used globally, industry leaders rely on the accuracy and versatility that the 240A adds to their trenchless toolbox.

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FEATURES:

  • Establish line and grade accuracy critical for gravity flow installations.
  • Adjustable base frame adapter fits all major auger bore machines.
  • Minimize project cost by reduced casing diameter requirements.
  • Achieve longer auger bore installations with straight alignments.
  • Avoid tripping augers to survey alignment and adjust for deviations during standard boring.
  • Probe for obstructions or detail changing ground conditions along the alignment.
  • Utilize for trenchless installations such as guided pipe ramming, guided reaming, probing, pipe roofing, foundation securing, geothermal, etc.
  • Use as a stand‑alone system in a 10‑ft shaft to direct install product pipe up to 24 in OD.
  • Installs pilot tubes in a wide range of ground conditions including rock.

SPECIFICATIONS

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ModelTorqueThrust/PullbackWeight
240A10,500 ft-lbs.100/50 ton4,500 lbs.
ModelHPHydraulicControl
P4075D75hp Diesel(2) - Variable PistonRemote Pendent
P100E100hp Electric(2) - Variable PistonRemote Pendent
ModelHPPumpCapacity
1525B/D20hp Diesel10gpm / 2,500 psi525 gal.
1525B/E20hp Electric10gpm / 2,500 psi525 gal.
1325B/G14hp Gas6gpm / 2,500 psi325 gal.

Testimonials

I have spent the majority of my career working in the trenchless construction industry. This has allowed me to work with Akkerman equipment and personnel, from field level all the way to my current General Manager role with The Tunneling Company USA, LLC. I have always found their equipment and their employees to be capable and up for the challenge. Whether it is working in the torturous climates or meeting urgent timelines, Akkerman can be relied on to help us achieve our goals.

Dane Bergman, General Manager
The Tunneling Company USA, LLC