PFS Pumps is a premier supplier of engineered vacuum systems. Our technicians will work with your business to find the right vacuum system solution for you. We offer a variety of models and configurations to help boost the efficiency of your plant. We also provide expert installation, training, and maintenance so that you can be confident that your engineered vacuum systems will continue to operate at peak performance.
What do we mean by engineered vacuum systems?
These are systems and technologies that make use of a vacuum to achieve higher efficiency than could be achieved under normal atmospheric pressure.
At PFS, we offer a number of engineered vacuum systems, including:
Choosing the right engineered vacuum system for your plant
There are several factors that you will want to take into consideration when choosing an engineered vacuum system for your plant, including the following:
Oil vs. Oil-Free
There are advantages and disadvantages to both types of pumps.
With an oil sealed system, you will find that your equipment is long-lasting and low maintenance. These systems are cost-efficient to run, are environmentally friendly because there is very little risk of contaminating the groundwater. And if noise level is a concern for you, you will be happy to know that these systems operate very quietly.
The main issue that some companies have with oil sealed systems is that oil changes are required regularly, and the cost to dispose of used oil can be quite high.
Oil-free systems require a higher upfront investment but are low-cost over their lifetime since they require very little maintenance. The main issue that companies have with these systems is that they cannot handle as much liquid and particulates as their oil-sealed counterparts. They also run hotter and louder than oil sealed systems. Major overhauls on oil free vacuum pumps (after 5 years) are more expensive compared to oil sealed systems.
Sizing
You will also have to ensure that the size of system you choose will meet your needs. The size required is determined by how strong you need the suction to be and how much gas or liquid you need to move through the system.
Factors to consider in sizing include:
- Performance curve: how well the system operates at peak performance.
- ACFM measurements: how well the system will operate within your specific facility and what is the vacuum level needed at the point of use.
- Pipe sizing: The larger the pipes in your facility, the more vacuum will be able to flow through them at a given rate.
- Distance between the vacuum pump system and the application point of use to reduce pressure drops.
Contact PFS Pumps today.
If you require engineered vacuum systems for your facility, contact PFS Pumps today. Our technicians can assess your needs and help you determine the specifications to suit your needs. Furthermore, we can also take care of your installation and maintenance requirements. Call us today to learn more.
