Vacuuming

in mechanical production

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Industrial vacuums
for mechanical production

How to increase savings, cleanliness and product quality in

mechanical production.
Industrial vacuums are the perfect complement to mechanical
production they allow maintenance to be performed on machine
tools, allowing time and resources to be saved.
This publication describes the most common solutions offered by
industrial vacuums in mechanical production environments.
Just contact us to ask an expert for more details on anything in this
publication, or else visit our website: [Link].
Nilfisk has been a world leader in the manufacture of industrial
vacuums for over 100 years and has a worldwide presence.

Features of an
industrial vacuum
for use in mechanical
production
An enormous range to suit any size
and type of company
The range of industrial vacuums for mechanical production is
enormous and meets the varied usage requirements directly
expressed by manufacturing companies: single-phase, three-phase
and compressed-air vacuums are all part of the huge choice.

The single-phase VACUUM

If we analyse a base model single-phase
vacuum from the range (see model S3B in
figure 1) we can see its features designed
to allow intensive use:
Suction below the filter
The large, removable container
Powerful motors for vacuuming solids
and liquids
The all-metal structure, resistant to
abrasive agents.

THE Three-phase vacuum

Three-phase models, in addition to the
characteristics seen above, can remain on,
operating continuously 24/7, as well as
offering greater suction power.

THE Vacuum for oil

For vacuuming 60% oil and 40% shavings.
The vacuums from the OIL and VHO lines
represent the tools giving the greatest ROI
in terms of oil and time savings. See the OIL
range in action: on our website.

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Manual filter shaker

Motor head with single-phase bypass

motor
Class L star filter

70mm inlet diameter

Container release system
50 or 100 L container

Wheels on the container

Manual filter shaker

HEPA filter

Plug with phase inverter

Class L or M star filter

Handle for easy manoeuvring of the
machine
Pressure gauge to check filtering
efficiency
Side blower from 2.2 up to 22 kW

50 or 100 L container
Automatic liquid stop
Container with integrated
wheels and handle

Gun for reintroduction of liquids

Quick fitting with 360 rotating suction

curved connection
Automatic liquid stop

Accessory holder
Tube-cable holder

Pump for expulsion of liquids

Anti-oil rear wheels with brake

Liquid containers from 100 to 675 litres

Basket for recovery of metal shavings,

complete with lifting belt

Using industrial vacuums

can save you up to 200 hours
of machinery downtime
per year

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Vacuuming shavings and oil

Reducing machine downtime
The industrial vacuum is the most appropriate tool for removing metal shavings from
machine tools after each work cycle. This operation keeps machinery in perfect working
order, reduces downtime and guarantees maximum product quality.

Maximum product quality

Nilfisk industrial vacuums are used
to clean products immediately
after working in order to reveal any
imperfections and avoid further
abrasions due to the presence
of micro-particles of metal on
the surface of the piece

Using the OIL series means saving

around 5 hours each time
the tank is cleaned

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Separation of
shavings from oil
Increase production by avoiding wasted oil
The industrial vacuums in the OIL series can vacuum up cutting oil and emulsion at
the same time as shavings. The solid and liquid components are separated via macrofiltration, allowing the emulsion to be reused. Regular use of vacuums from the OIL series
not only performs maintenance of the machine tools but also means great economic
savings.

Vacuuming cutting oil and emulsion

together with the shavings
The OIL series prevents the formation
of bacteria and mould and prolongs
the use of any type of emulsion

With Nilfisk liquid vacuums, 100

litres of liquids can be vacuumed
and filtered in a few seconds

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Vacuuming of liquids
Increase efficiency in an environment which is always clean
In any mechanical production company it will be constantly necessary to vacuum oil,
emulsions, chemical solutions and water. Vacuuming of liquids represents a saving in the
case that the emulsion is to be filtered and reused, but also because the time dedicated to
cleaning and maintaining the machinery and the surrounding areas is reduced. For these
operations, Nilfisk has produced the VHO series which, as well as performing suction
and micro-filtration of solids and liquids, allows the liquid to be expelled at pressure,
facilitating storage of liquids in drums or simply its disposal in the appropriate places.

Vacuuming up the liquids

represents a saving
So much liquid is wasted due to the
absence of an industrial vacuum

The dual benefit of eliminating

environmental dust and
recovering waste

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Vacuuming graphite powder

Reaching total product quality while protecting health
Nilfisk has dedicated solutions for those producing refractory materials, lubricants, pencils,
colourings, electrodes and moulds for reactive metals, all products manufactured with
or containing graphite. Industrial vacuums have the function of continuously vacuuming
the high quantity of powders and waste material produced inside the milling cutters by
their operation. Using a Nilfisk vacuum guarantees high product quality as in this way it is
not contaminated by production waste, as well as ensuring perfect maintenance of the
milling cutter and a healthy, dust-free environment.

Guarantees high product quality...

Given the high cost of production,
the guarantee of obtaining a perfect
product from milling is essential

Eliminates combustion risks,

increasing safety in your
workplace

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Vacuuming of plastic material,

magnesium, aluminium,
lithium and sodium powders
Safety above all else
The materials listed above represent a danger as they can burn or explode if ignited. Nilfisk
manufacturers both electric and compressed-air vacuums which are ATEX certified, able
to operate in the presence of these materials without causing sources of ignition. The
vacuums can be used in ATEX zones 1, 2, 21 and 22. Visit our website to find out all
about the Atex line: [Link].

Produces ATEX-certified
industrial vacuums
The safety offered by
industrial vacuum cleaners
Nilfisk has been certified
by international certification
bodies

Save thousands of Euros

a year while increasing
product quality

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Suction of brass and

precious metal shavings
Make savings with a few small acts
Nilfisk offers the ideal solution for vacuuming precious metals in order to recover every
single shaving or speck of metal while it is being machined. Companies which use Nilfisk
vacuums are able to recover every single particle of metal which is sucked up thanks to
the dedicated filters present in this way, the investment in the vacuum is paid back very
quickly.

Recover every single particle

The savings offered by
Nilfisk vacuums are immediate,
guaranteeing optimisation of
the production process

Make the most difficult

cleaning jobs quick and easy

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Vacuuming grinding sludge

Power meets cleaning
Vacuuming grinding sludge is quick and easy with Nilfisk. The powerful vacuum suction
offered by the three-phase models allows vacuuming of the heaviest sludge; the tubes
used have no resistance, allowing all the suction power to be used.

Vacuum up the heaviest sludge

Quick and easy maintenance
of workstations and machine tools is
the first step towards efficiency, product
and environmental quality and safety

Clamp and bracket

Optional

Used for transporting and

emptying the container with
a forklift, or hook and chain.
The clamp can be left on the
container. The bracket is only
used for moving and emptying.

Separator
Used for protecting the
primary filter from splashes
of liquids or potentially
sharp material which is
being vacuumed.

Removable separator for

oil fogs
Protects the filter from oil
fogs, remaining effective
over time.

Grille and valve

Ideal for separating solid material
from liquids directly inside the
container. The grille in the base of
the container lets solid material
deposit, while liquids can be
recovered or drained through the
manual valve on the bottom.

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Automatic liquid stop

ARRESTO

Necessary when you want

to vacuum liquids and have
suction be cut off when the
maximum liquid level inside
the container is reached.

Mechanical liquid stop

Ideal for vacuuming liquids.
On reaching the maximum
liquid level in the container,
the rising float comes to
block the passage of air,
drastically reducing suction.

STOP

Cartridge kit
Allows automatic cleaning of the
cartridge while vacuuming very fine
and dry powders. The system works
continuously, allowing filtering
efficiency to be maintained without
having to switch off the vacuum to
clean the filter.

Integrated outlet
Ideal for discharging
vacuumed material into pits
or onto conveyor belts. The
material is discharged by
gravity when the vacuuming
stops.

Sludge filter kit

Optional

Ideal for separation of

vacuumed sludge and
liquids. Located inside the
mesh basket. Filtration
grade 50/100 or 300 micron
(for the OIL series).

Shavings basket
Indispensable for collecting
and separating shavings
from liquids (50/50) and
then transporting and
emptying them using a
forklift, tackle or other
chain system.

Separator for white-hot

substances
Ideal for vacuuming and
collecting white-hot
substances. The material is
cooled when it comes into
contact with the water in
the container. This system
is also suitable for use with
fine (powder) material.

Special separator for

liquids
Ideal for vacuuming and
collecting liquids. Grilles
inside the tank separate the
debris or shavings from the
liquid, which can then be
drained.

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Double intake fitting

Ideal for application on
200 L oil drum. The fitting
screws onto the cover so
you can fill the drum with
the vacuumed liquid.

Tilting separator
Ideal for vacuuming and
collecting large amounts of
material. Prevents the vacuum
cleaner container filling too
often, causing frequent
interruptions in the work cycle.
Easy to move with a forklift and
easy to empty. Generally used
with medium- or high-powered
machines.

Industrial cleaning accessory kit

The industrial cleaning accessory kit is ideal whenever it is
necessary to clean large areas. Composed of:
Wheeled floor nozzle for dust
Zinc-plated reduction
and liquids
3m Polyurethane hose with
Zinc-plated flat-tip crevice
sleeves
nozzle
Chromed hand grip
Zinc-plated junction fitting
Rubber cone
Round brush with Nylon
bristles
The kit allows quick and effective cleaning of the relevant
area. It is available in two sizes: 40mm and 50mm diameter.

Oil-proof Accessories Kit

This kit has been designed to resist corrosion caused by oil and
emulsions:
3m rubber hose with sleeves Wheeled floor nozzle for dust
and liquids
Zinc-plated junction fitting
Zinc-plated reduction
Rubber cone
Chromed hand grip
It is available in two sizes: 40mm and 50mm diameter.

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