Mobile Vacuum Conveying Systems

How it Works

MOBILE VACUUM CONVEYING

VAC-U-MAX mobile vacuum conveying systems provide easy handling of powders and granular bulk materials from ground level to mixers and tanks or other hard-to-reach areas.

The mobile frame is incorporated with a vacuum producer (air-powered venturi system, regenerative blower package, or positive displacement vacuum pump) that can convey product at rates from ounces (handfuls) up to 5,000 pounds (2,268 kg) per hour and beyond. The receiver is raised and lowered with a manual roller-bearing winch with a self-generating brake for safe and easy up-and-down mobility.

The system includes an adjustable suction wand that the operator will use to pick up material into the system from paper bags, drums, IBCs, boxes, bulk bags, silos, storage containers, feed bins, etc, and a control panel mounted on the rolling frame handles the convey, discharge, and filter cleaning functions of the system

The system draws material directly from floor level and on to the process vessel, maximizing productivity and worker safety by eliminating manual scooping, heavy lifting, stair-climbing, and messy carton or bag dumping. The system easily moves away from the process for easy closing of hatches and mixer covers. Cleaning and maintenance happen at floor level, and the unit easily moves from process to process.

Features

FEATURES, BENEFITS & SYSTEM COMPONENTS

• Can be used with any VAC-U-MAX vacuum receiver up to 22” in diameter (560mm)
• The vacuum receiver can convey from handfuls to 5,000 lbs/hr (2268 kg/hr) depending on material bulk density
• Incorporates General Purpose and Explosion-Proof UL-Certified Controls
• Provides mobile and easy access to mixers, tanksm and other hard-to-reach areas
• Eliminates the need for permanent conveyor installation above the process
• One mobile conveyor system can service multiple process vessels and varying discharge heights
• Systems easily rolled and positioned in place over processing or packaging equipment
• Material drawn from floor-level, no scooping, lifting, stair-climbing, manual dumping or fugitive dust
• Control panel mounted on rolling frame handles convey, discharge and filter cleaning functions
• Vacuum Receiver easily brought down to floor-level for cleaning and maintenance
• Vacuum power sources mounted on mobile frame
• Power source options include venturi power unit, regenerative blower, or positive displacement pump
• Utilizes minimal floor space
• Heavy containers remain at floor level
• USDA-Accepted Design
• Available with a wide range of material receivers & HEPA filtration
• Available in carbon steel or stainless steel fabrication

The VAC-U-MAX Advantage

THE VAC-U-MAX DISTINCTION

• Faster processing time
• USDA designs & materials of construction
• “No edges, No ledges.” Interior surfaces are completely smooth, rounded, or tapered to ensure optimal material flow, easier cleaning, and improved sanitation.
• Easy, quick-clean & take-apart features
• Low profile, portable, minimal footprint
• Made in the USA
• Local product support
• Performance Guarantee
• Maximize regulatory compliance
• Maximize process efficiency & productivity
• Maximize facility regulatory compliance including (FSMA) sanitation and OSHA (Walking/Working Surfaces)