Standard 2023 Model "A" Steamer
The 2023 Thompson Model “A” Steamer has been configured to provide the highest level of operator safety and convenience.
The Standard Steamer remains fully operational needing only propane and water to go to work, and includes a long list of standard features.
The Standard Steamer remains fully operational needing only propane and water to go to work, and includes a long list of standard features.
- The propane cylinder lift system is standard on all Thompson Steamers. The propane cylinder mounting platform accommodates one or two propane cylinders and allows two cylinders to be manifolded together to provide improved extreme cold weather operation.
- New for 2023: Standard equipment includes a factory-mounted air-tight waterproof case for tool storage, mounted safely on the right side.
- The automatic gas controls have an environmental guard to protect them from rain and corrosive road spray.
- All operational controls are located on the right hand (shoulder) side of the Steamer protecting the operator from exposure to dangerous traffic flows.
- Standard Steamers are painted orange or yellow using high-quality industrial polyurethane paint.
- A 3 ton rated 2 inch ball coupler OR a 6 ton rated 3 inch drawbar, 3/8” grade 70 safety chains with hooks, rubber mounted tail lights and 15” radial trailer tires are all standard.
- The heating system in the 50 gallon (227 litres) reserve water tank has been upgraded to stainless steel to enhance the Thompson Steamer's legendary reliability and durability.
- The reserve tank drain hose and valve size have been increased to 1 inch to reduce long term maintenance requirements.
- High quality North American-made steam hose is stored along the shoulder side of the steamer allowing loading of the hose in a “figure 8” pattern to reduce twisting.
- The updated operator manual is printed on waterproof paper which is virtually indestructible
- Optional equipment allows customization of the Steamer to accommodate specific needs as well as operational and health and safety priorities.
Optional Steamer Equipment
- Reel mounted 100’ spring steel sewer snake with nozzle.
- Forged 3 inch drawbar with 3 mounting positions (6 ton capacity).
- Heavy duty 2 inch ball coupler with 3 mounting positions (3 ton capacity).
- High-mounted amber flashing strobe light with a waterproof switch mounted in the light base.
- Additional steam hose.
- Single point lifting lug is available as an option. To maximize worker safety, all steamers shipped from the factory via tractor trailer will have a mandatory lifting lug added to the steamer. Steamers towed from the factory will not require this option.
