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Effective Industrial Vacuuming of Heavy & Abrasive Materials

The new Model 1050 continuous-duty industrial vacuum cleaning system from Vac-U-Max effectively vacuums high-density materials, such as steel shot, grit, cement, foundry sand and other similar materials.

Posted: September 10, 2019

The versatile Model 1050 continuous-duty industrial vacuum cleaning system from Vac-U-Max vacuums up to 10,000 lb/hr of materials such as Portland cement from distances up to 30 ft away. Its versatility allows use as a central vacuum system when connected and disconnected from permanent tubing networks, or it can be operated as a portable vacuum cleaner. The system easily rolls to any location, including tight areas and uneven surfaces, and features large 14 in diameter front wheels and 8 in dual swivel casters at the rear for ease of mobility. For longer distance transportation, it features built-in forklift pockets.

Material is collected in the interchangeable 40 gal collection drum of the Model 1050, which features 4 in diameter wheels. Many debris handling options are available, including 55 gal drums when used with a material intercept, which is ideal for limited-space applications. For larger volumes of debris and extended vacuuming time, a forkliftable 2 cu yd, heavy-duty reinforced, bottom-discharge dump hopper is offered with controlled debris discharge using a 40 percent larger discharge opening compared to self-dumping hoppers.

Vac-U-Max (Belleville, NJ) celebrates their 65-year anniversary by expanding their industrial vacuum cleaning product range with the new Model 1050, a continuous-duty industrial vacuum cleaning system designed to vacuum high-density materials such as steel shot, grit, cement, foundry sand and other similar materials. It vacuums up to 10,000 lb (4,500 kg) per hour of materials such as Portland cement from distances up to 30 ft (9 m) away. This system is designed for high-volume recovery at local pick-up point areas, such as debris under conveyor belts or in bucket elevator pits, as well as a “breakaway” central system for long-distance cleaning via piping networks for applications including cleaning mezzanines and hard-to-reach areas.

The heart of this vacuum cleaning system is a positive-displacement rotary-lobe vacuum pump that is unlike any centrifugal vacuum producer. It provides 50 percent more vacuum power with airflow that never diminishes for quick recovery of material from large piles and over long distances. The versatility of the Model 1050 allows use as a central vacuum system when connected and disconnected from permanent tubing networks, or it can be operated as a portable vacuum cleaner. The system is easily rolled to any location, including tight areas and uneven surfaces, and features large 14 in diameter (350 mm) front wheels and 8 in (150 mm) dual swivel casters at the rear for ease of mobility. For longer distance transportation, it features built-in forklift pockets.

The Model 1050 has a unique filter cleaning system that simultaneously vents the vacuum producer to the atmosphere, providing 100 percent blow-back air for maximum filter cleaning. Its high-efficiency static-conductive PTFE primary filter is 250 percent larger and less susceptible to filter binding, rated 99.9 percent efficient @ 1 micron with 50 sq ft of surface area. The system does not need to be shut down in order to actuate the unique filter cleaning system. A DOP-tested secondary HEPA filter, rated 99.97 percent @ 0.3 micron, protects the vacuum producer from contamination and ensures breathable exhaust air. The Model 1050 does not require compressed air for filter cleaning.

Material is collected in the interchangeable 40 gal (151.4 l) collection drum which features 4 in diameter (100 mm) wheels. Many debris handling options are available including 55 gal drums when used with a material intercept, which is ideal for limited-space applications. For larger volumes of debris and extended vacuuming time, a forkliftable 2 cu yd bottom-discharge dump hopper is offered. This heavy-duty reinforced bottom dump hopper has controlled debris discharge with a 40 percent larger discharge opening compared to self-dumping hoppers.

The Model 1050 features a 15 hp TEFC motor or XP motor and is available to operate any 3-phase voltage worldwide. A NEMA 4 starter is standard, with a NEMA 3/12 control panel available as an option. Depending on application and airflow requirements, two models are available: the MDL1050-15-A for maximum airflow of 380 ACFM@12 in HG (162 in H2O) or the MDL1050-15-B with maximum airflow of 240 AFCM@12 in HG (162 in H20).

Vac-U-Max, 69 William Street, Belleville, NJ 07109, 973-759-4600, Fax: 973-759-6449, www.vac-u-max.com/1050.