Atlas Copco presents innovative screw vacuum pumps at Glasstec 2018 in Düsseldorf

The GHS VSD⁺ series was developed according to Atlas Copco's proven philosophy and is therefore designed as a durable plug-and-play system in a single housing. "The energy-efficient units deliver higher volume flows per hour and kilowatt power consumption than vacuum pumps with comparable performance," explains Christoph Angenendt, Communications Manager Industrial Vacuum at Atlas Copco. It therefore makes particular sense to convert several decentralized pumps to a central vacuum supply. With a GHS VSD⁺ system, users can significantly increase their productivity; Atlas Copco reports that potential energy savings of 50%* or more can be achieved in glass production compared to conventional rotary vane vacuum pumps.  "The payback time for a converted system is correspondingly short," adds Christoph Angenendt.

*In most applications compared to traditional fixed speed vacuum technologies based on measurement with our Vbox energy audit tool.

During development of the GHS 3800-5400 VSD⁺ Atlas Copco's design engineers drew from the experience with the established GHS 350-900 VSD⁺ and GHS 1300-1900 VSD⁺ series. They also feature high efficiency and reliability and are available as a compact, user and service-friendly package. The screw element at the heart of the pumps offers a lifetime guarantee, while intelligent turbo and humid versions ensure trouble-free performance even in the most difficult application environments. The coarse vacuum pumps are optionally equipped with air or water cooling. An energy recovery option makes it possible to use the work of the IE3 high-efficiency motor. A clear advantage in ergonomics: the oil retention improves the quality of the exhaust air compared to alternative technologies."This results in a cleaner and cooler working environment," says Christoph Angenendt, explaining the benefits for users.

While the Elektronikon® Mk5 system allows integration into the user's plant management system, Atlas Copco's SMARTlink provides the ideal solution for remote monitoring. It simplifies maintenance and the provision of data also for service technicians to adjust operating settings in real time. Equipped with customer-oriented plug & play design principles and a compact design, the GHS VSD⁺ series is quick and easy to install. All necessary components are supplied to the users as a complete package. Trained Atlas Copco engineers are available to ensure smooth commissioning.

• Significantly reduced energy consumption; potential energy savings of 50%* or more
• First-class performance, optimized in the coarse printing area, with the lowest energy requirement per m/3h flow of a coarse vacuum pump
• Adaptive high-performance variable speed drive (VSD) with pressure setpoint control
• Innovative, actuated input control valve
• State-of-the-art 3-stage oil separation for ultrapure exhaust air over operating ranges from atmosphere to 5 mbar final pressure
• Ergonomic maintenance and service access
• Variable temperature control through innovative VSD cooling fan and active oil control
• Quiet operation: noise level far below that of alternative technologies (-7dB)
• Sustainable productivity through high performance and efficiency. Conformity with energy management and environmental obligations according to ISO 50001/14001
• Integrated Atlas Copco MK5 control system with intuitive graphical user interface

*In most applications compared to traditional fixed speed vacuum technologies based on measurement with our Vbox energy audit tool.

If you have any questions, please contact our team at Glasstec in Düsseldorf, Atlas Copco booth in hall 15, booth C03.