Robotic Drain Cutting– Powered by IMS Technology
Cutting through concrete, roots, and intrusions — without digging.
At Treaty Drains, we use advanced IMS robotic cutting technology to tackle the toughest drain blockages — including solid concrete, steel intrusions, rebar, tree roots, and misaligned connections. This state-of-the-art equipment allows us to remotely cut and remove obstructions inside the pipe, all from ground level. No digging. No destruction. No guesswork.
What Is Robotic Drain Cutting?
Robotic cutting is a trenchless method where we insert a high-powered cutting tool, guided by a CCTV camera, directly into your drain. It allows us to cut out concrete, grout, intruding pipe ends, roots, and other solid blockages from inside the pipe — without excavation.
Ideal For:
- Concrete or grout left in pipes after building work
- Intruding pipe joints or connections
- Steel rebar or metal fragments inside the drain
- Thick, stubborn tree root intrusions
- Preparation before lining or patching
- Failed liners or collapsed liner ends
WORK PROCESS
Our Process:
CCTV Survey
We inspect the blockage to identify the location and nature of the obstruction.
Robotic Cutter Deployment
We insert the IMS machine through a manhole or access point.
Precision Cutting
The cutter head is remotely controlled to grind, mill, or slice through the obstruction.
Final Inspection
A follow-up camera survey confirms the pipe is clear and ready for repair, lining, or use.
Why Use Robotic Cutting?
- No need to dig up floors, driveways, or gardens
- Removes concrete, steel, and hard debris safely
- Prepares pipes for lining or repairs
- Quick, clean, and efficient
- Ideal for domestic and commercial drains
Trusted by Professionals
Whether you’re a builder who accidentally poured concrete into a drain, or a homeowner with root intrusion problems, our IMS cutter is the solution that saves time, money, and your property.