EXAIR Reversible Drum Vac™ System: Overview

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EXAIR Reversible Drum Vac Systems come in a variety of sizes and configurations to meet the needs of most any application.

Not all liquid vacuums are the same.  We have seen motor burnouts, loud noises, single directional flow, and potential electrical hazards.  EXAIR manufactures a liquid pump to remove all those issues; the Reversible Drum Vac System.  It does not have any moving parts to wear; a two-way action to fill or expel liquid from standard drums; and is quiet.  They only use compressed air to generate a powerful vacuum to lift liquid; and with a simple twist of the knob, it will push the liquid out.  And by using compressed air, no electricity is needed, making it safe.  They work great for fluid transfers or liquid spills, and they can fill a 55-gallon (208L) drum in 90 seconds.  How can this product be useful for you?  If you work with liquids like coolant, waste water or hydraulic oils, the Reversible Drum Vac System is a simple reliable product to have at your facility.  In this blog, I will go over the specifications and packages that EXAIR offers.

The Reversible Drum Vac has stainless steel construction for corrosion resistance.  It comes with a built-in safety relief valve to avoid over pressurizing and an internal float to stop any over-filling of the drum.  The air consumption is minimal; 19 SCFM (538 SLPM) at 80 PSIG (5.5 Bar), and has a low noise level of only 86 dBA.  Systems are available in 5, 30, 55 and 110 gallon capacities (19L, 114L, 208L, and 418L respectively) in different packages.

Mini Reversible Drum Vac System

The 5-gallon size is our Mini Reversible Drum Vac System.  They are designed for tight spaces, quick clean-ups, and small sumps.  We offer two types of systems; the Standard and the Deluxe.  The Standard System, model 6196-5, will come with a 5-gallon drum, two-way pump assembly, shutoff valve, 10′ (3m) vacuum hose, a 90° quick release elbow, an aluminum chip wand, ABS spill recovery kit, two extension wands, a crevice tool, and a skimmer tool.  The Deluxe System, model 6296-5, will include every item in the model 6195-5 plus a 5-gallon drum dolly.

For the larger capacities, the Standard system will include the two-way pump assembly, shutoff valve, 10′ (3m) vacuum hose, a 90° quick release elbow, a standpipe, and an aluminum chip wand.  The standpipe is cut to length for the properly-sized drum (the drum is not included in this option).  The standpipe extends inside the drum to remove as much liquid as possible when emptying the drum. 

The Deluxe system will include all of the items shown above in the Standard system and adds a drum dolly, ABS spill recovery kit, (2) extension wands, crevice tool, skimmer tool and a magnetic tool holder.

The Premium system will include all of the items in the Standard System and adds the drum with lock ring and lid, upgraded heavy duty aluminum tools, ABS spill recovery kit, (2) crevice tools, skimmer tool, a magnetic tool holder and a 20′ (6m) compressed air hose.

Like I mentioned above, not all liquid vacuums are the same.  The EXAIR Reversible Drum Vac System is maintenance-free for long-lasting use in industrial environments.  We offer a 30-day unconditional guarantee for U.S. and Canadian customers if you wish to try them out.  And from now until May 31, 2022; EXAIR is having a promotion.  With a purchase of one of our Industrial Housekeeping Products, you will receive a Vac-u-Gun with a vacuum bag, a $133.00 value, with qualified purchases.   If you have any questions about the Reversible Drum Vac System or any of our other Industrial Housekeeping Products, you can contact an Application Engineer at EXAIR.  We will be happy to help you.

John Ball
Application Engineer
Email: johnball@exair.com
Twitter: @EXAIR_jb

What is Air? How Do We Define It?

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Air is everywhere. In our homes, in our offices, in our car, in our lungs. Everywhere you go on this blue planet we call Earth there must be air, or otherwise you won’t be conscious for very long!! 75% of all air is found in the troposphere, the lowest layer within Earth’s atmosphere (UCAR Center for Science Education 2020).

So what exactly is this “air” we may often take for granted? Gases, water vapor, aerosols, and a variety of chemicals combine to form what we know to be “air”. According to NASA, air is made up of approximately 78% nitrogen and 21% oxygen. Small amounts of other gases are also present such as carbon dioxide, neon, and hydrogen.

Aerosols such as dust and pollen are picked up naturally by the wind along with pollutants such as soot, smoke, and exhaust from vehicles and power plants. You may be familiar with the term “smog”, which refers to the point where aerosols in the air combine in a high enough concentration to begin reducing visibility. When this occurs, it can become difficult for both plants and animals to breathe.

All livings things require air in order to live. The process of respiration is necessary for all living organisms to produce energy. During this process, the air is breathed in and the oxygen is used to fuel metabolic reactions and releases carbon dioxide as waste. The process is similar in plants, where oxygen is used in conjunction with sugars produced during photosynthesis to produce energy for plant growth.  

Also contained in air is water vapor. Depending on where you live, you may be familiar with the unpleasant “muggy” feeling that comes along with a hot summer day. Relative humidity is a measurement of the water vapor content in the air. Typically expressed as a percentage, a high relative humidity indicates that the air is saturated. Low relative humidity occurs during winter when the temperature of the air doesn’t permit it to hold much water vapor (this time of the year is also ripe for problems associated with static).

The volume of air can also change due to a variety of factors. At higher altitudes, the air pressure is less leading to a lesser concentration of molecules in the air. For those that follow the NFL, you may have heard about the difficulties NFL players experience when traveling to play at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO. This is due to the difference in altitude impacting the density of the air and thus the concentration of oxygen molecules. With less oxygen molecules in each breath that is taken, it’s easier to feel “winded” or out of breath and any physical exertion becomes much more difficult.

The volume of air is also intentionally compressed (by way of an air compressor) to generate a viable utility used across many different industries. Often taken for granted, the costs associated with the generation of compressed air make it an expensive utility. Here at EXAIR, we want to make sure you get the most out of your compressed air by offering a range of products designed to help you use it efficiently. Reach out to an Application Engineer today to discuss your options for implementing an Intelligent Compressed Air Solution.

Tyler Daniel

Application Engineer

E-mail: TylerDaniel@EXAIR.com

Twitter: @EXAIR_TD

Center for Science Education. What’s In the Air? | Center for Science Education. (n.d.). Retrieved April 6, 2022, from https://scied.ucar.edu/learning-zone/air-quality/whats-in-the-air

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Video Blog: Replacing the High Power Emitter Cord on a Gen4 Ion Air Cannon

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Hello, in this video I will be showing how to replace the High Power Emitter cord on the EXAIR Gen4 Ion Air Cannon. If you have questions about this process or the parts needed to replace this cord please contact any one of our Application Engineers.

Eric Kuhnash
Application Engineer
E-mail: EricKuhnash@exair.com
Twitter: Twitter: @EXAIR_EK

INDIANA: Energy Rebates and EXAIR Save You Money On Top of Compressed Air Savings

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The energy rebates described below are available throughout the country, not just Indiana – but here is the latest example.

Here in Cincinnati we border two states, our bypass loop actually goes through both of them, Kentucky and Indiana. Indiana is a state that most may fly over or if you are going anywhere it may be to go to Indianapolis, myself, I have a few ties to the state elsewhere, from racing motorcycles at Putnam Park west of Indy, my niece attending the prestigious Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, to my previous career where I installed CNC machines in various parts of the state. While many may think the state is a giant wind power farm, there is a great deal of industry and manufacturing throughout the state including pharmaceutical and medical devices, mining, and transportation. The leading energy provider for the state, Duke Energy, also supports these manufacturers with programs to incentivize (through rebates) products which increase efficiency.

We’ve mentioned energy rebates previously and I have recently had the chance to help a customer with their energy rebate. More often than not, these rebates are an after thought, I hope that after reading this we can help you to check with your local service provider to see if they offer a similar process – they are available throughout the country from MANY electricity providers. The process for this customer was based off purchasing a single Soft Grip Safety Air Gun with Stainless Steel Mini Super Air Nozzle. The rebate was focused on the engineered air nozzle. For a 1/8″ NPT nozzle, it must consume 10 SCFM or less at 80 psig inlet pressure. For a 1/4″ NPT nozzle, they have to consume 17 SCFM or less at 80 psig. The fact the nozzle was assembled onto a Soft Grip Safety Air Gun enabled the customer to apply for a rebate for the full cost of the whole air gun.

EXAIR Model 1299SS – Soft Grip Safety Air Gun w/ Stainless Steel Mini Super Air Nozzle

The value of the rebate for Indiana where Duke is the energy supplier is $40.00 USD per engineered nozzle installed. The rebate is capped at 75 percent of the project cost in Indiana. The current cost of the 1299SS is $134.00, which enables this customer to the full $40.00 for each Safety Air Gun with Mini Super Air Nozzle they install. This is one of the simplest prescriptive rebates in the Duke Energy program. The main focus here is to conserve compressed air which ultimately puts more energy available to the rest of the grid. The engineered nozzle prescriptive rebate is just one way that Duke Energy customers in the state of Indiana can save.

If you are in the state of Indiana (OR ANYWHERE ELSE IN THE USA) and would like to discuss whether the Safety Air Guns or any point of use compressed air application in your facility can be improved, contact an Application Engineer. The truth is we all love saving a customer their resources, whether it be compressed air, electricity, liquid, or good old-fashioned cash.

Brian Farno
Application Engineer
BrianFarno@EXAIR.com
@EXAIR_BF