Leading Laboratory Vacuum Pump Manufacturers

Laboratory vacuum pumps are available in a great variety of technologies in order to satisfy specific laboratory applications. Dry (oil-free) diaphragm pumps can reach down to about 1 Torr and can be designed for exceptional chemical resistance. Read More…

Laboratory Vacuum Pumps Nearly every field of science utilizes vacuum for one of a variety of applications, from sample preparation to liquid transfer or separation to drying or analysis.

Airtech is a leading manufacturer/supplier of various types of quality dry piston vacuum pressure pumps, rotary vane pumps (lubricated, dry), liquid ring vacuum pumps. We possess vast knowledge as a vacuum specialist. Serving medical, dental, food packaging and other industries. US warehousing.

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Croll Reynolds Company is an engineering firm specializing in the research, design, and manufacture of process vacuum systems and air pollution control equipment. Specifically, we design Vacuum Systems, Combination Liquid Ring/Ejector Systems, Thermocompressors, and Vacuum Chillers. Croll Reynolds also designs Jet Venturi Scrubbers, High Energy Venturi Scrubbers, Nox Scrubbers and Packed Towers.

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When it comes to vacuum pumps we are your premier source! With years of innovation we are dedicated to provide our customers with products that will withstand the tests of time and provide a long lasting value. We strive to offer our customers cost effective solutions to all of their problems! To learn more about what we may be able to do for you; visit us on the web today or get in touch via...

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Manufacturing and remanufacturing industrial rotary piston pumps and rotary vane vacuum pumps, Trillium accommodates your needs. Our years of experience within the vacuum industry is available to you if you have process related pump questions or are looking to upgrade an existing system. Our large inventory of pumps enables us to offer fast, cost effective solutions to line down situations.

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Scroll pump technology is also a dry technology, and can reach to 0.1 Torr, and in some cases as low as 0.001 Torr. Rotary vane vacuum pump technology and hybrid pumps (which combine rotary vane and diaphragm technology for fine vacuum with low maintenance) will reach as low as 0.001 Torr, while turbomolecular pumps can reach as low as 10-11 Torr, provided they are assisted by a “roughing pump.”

The roughing pump (often diaphragm or rotary vane) brings the pressures from atmospheric conditions to the range of 1 Torr or 0.1 Torr; the turbomolecular pump picks up from there to create the deeper vacuum.

Oil-free and particle free diaphragm pumps are usually preferred for those who need a roughing (sometimes called fore pump or backing pump) for small and middle sized turbomolecular pumps, because some diaphragm pumps can provide service intervals that match the very long service intervals of turbomolecular pumps.

An important principle is that the deepest vacuum is not the best vacuum for any application. The best scientific performance will be achieved by using a pump that produces vacuum in the most appropriate range for the application.

The level of vacuum needed for each of the applications noted earlier differs across a wide range. Many lab applications are accomplished in the “rough vacuum” range, down to about 1 Torr or 29.98 in. Hg. (gauge). Processes that operate in this range include filtration, aspiration, rotary evaporation, centrifugal concentration, gel drying, vacuum oven drying, and solid-phase extraction.

Such applications are best served with diaphragm pumps; the vacuum is in the right range and the operations are clean (no oil is needed), low maintenance, and can be made very chemical resistant, if needed.

Vacuum in the range between the lower limits of “rough vacuum” and 0.001 Torr is called “fine vacuum.” Laboratory processes requiring a fine vacuum include freeze drying, Schlenk lines, and residual drying. As noted earlier, this vacuum can be reached by rotary vane, hybrid and some scroll pumps. The correct choice will depend on the sensitivities of the application to oil, for example, or to dust that may be generated by the dry seal in a scroll pump.

Vacuum pumps are often integrated into other instruments and equipment as OEM (original equipment manufacturer) components. Such applications include gas sampling (e.g., for environmental testing or process monitoring), laser etching equipment in semiconductor manufacture, and test chamber evacuation in analytical instruments to ensure accurate results. They are used to evacuate test chambers and eliminate the influence of environmental conditions.

It is essential to consider your application requirements in order to choose the vacuum technology that is best suited to your laboratory and process needs. Start by defining the process for which vacuum will be used. Then define the level of vacuum and pumping speed needed. Finally consider chemical resistance, control requirements, maintenance intervals and environmental concerns (e.g., energy use, waste vapor capture) to determine the right pump.

These considerations will help narrow down which pumps will accommodate your applications and achieve the lowest lifetime cost of ownership. Then talk with your preferred vendor to avoid a mistake that can compromise your samples or process, or leave you with too much or too little capacity from your pump.

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