Powder handling vacuum conveyor system

Streamline your material transfer with a versatile vacuum conveyor system that ensures safe handling and hygienic conditions for powders, granulates, and liquids, enhancing efficiency in conveying, discharging, and cleaning processes.

Transfers and Handles Diverse Materials Efficiently

The VS Series Vacuum Conveyors from Volkmann are versatile pneumatic systems engineered for efficient and hygienic handling of powders, granulates, dust, and wet materials across the pharmaceutical, food, chemical, and additive manufacturing industries. These conveyors feature a modular design accommodating diverse material properties and production requirements, ensuring seamless integration into existing processes for optimized handling and discharge. With a capacity to convey from 100 to 10,000 kg/h, they operate pneumatically and support ATEX-certified operations in explosive environments, offering reliable contamination control and safety. The conductive construction and tool-free assembly facilitate easy cleaning and maintenance, further enhancing operational effectiveness. Custom configurations are available to meet specific production demands, backed by Volkmann’s engineering support and expertise.

Benefits

  • Enhances production efficiency with high-capacity material transfer up to 10,000 kg/h.
  • Minimizes contamination risk using a hygienic, easy-to-clean modular design.
  • Ensures operational safety in explosive environments with ATEX certification.
  • Reduces maintenance time with tool-less assembly and disassembly.
  • Integrates seamlessly into existing processes with customization options tailored to specific needs.

General


Applications
Small pieces,Dust,Wet materials,Product suspended in liquids,Granulate,Powder,Tablets
End products
Pharmaceutical tablets,Sugar,Liquid suspended chemical solutions,Flour,Detergent granules,Wet concrete mix
Steps before
Grinding,Mixing,Drying,Weighing
Steps after
Packing,Sterilization,Tablet Pressing,Product Discharge
Input ingredients
powder,granulate,dust,small pieces,wet materials,product suspended in liquids
Output ingredients
hygienically handled powder,granulated material,clean small pieces
Market info
Volkmann is known for manufacturing vacuum conveying systems, specializing in pneumatic conveying of bulk materials. Their reputation for innovative and reliable equipment solutions in various industries positions them as a trusted provider for engineered-to-order material handling systems.

Technical Specifications


Conveying rate
100–10,000 kg/h
Drive type
Pneumatic
Discharge opening
Full bore
Assembly/Disassembly
Tool-less
Filter technology
State-of-the-art
ATEX Zones
1,2,21,22
Electrically conductive
Yes
Temperature rating
80°C - 100°C
Control system
Failsafe
Vacuum Pump option
Electrical upon request

Operating Characteristics


Working Mechanism
Pneumatic
Automation Level
Failsafe Controls
Batch vs. Continuous Operation
Continuous
Modular Design
Configurable
Conveying Rate
100-10,000 kg/h
Cleaning Method
Tool-free assembly/disassembly

Material Compatibility


Density/particle size
0.5–2.5 g/cm³ / 50–1000 µm


ATEX certification
Directive 2014/34/EU
EU-type examination certificate
TÜV 02 ATEX 7005 X

Physical Characteristics


Compact footprint
Yes
Discharge method
Full bore opening
Modular design
Yes
Construction material
Electrically conductive
Weight
Lightweight

Custom Options


Modular design
Yes
Electrical Vacuum Pump availability
Upon request
Control specifications
Customer-specific
Tool-free assembly/disassembly
Quick and simple
Pneumatic powered system
Yes