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Vacuum Measurement – Direct & Indirect Gauges

Because vacuum technology spans 15 orders of magnitude (103 mbar - 10-12 mbar, or 760 torr - 10-12 torr), there is no single vacuum gauge that can cover the full range.   Consequently, a number of different gauge technologies have…

Vacuum Pump Sizing – Estimating Flow Rate

In our last post, we talked about our pump selection guide as one tool that we've made available to identify the right vacuum pump for your needs.  This is a great tool to use to quickly narrow down your options, especially…

Vacuum Pump Sizing – Selection Guide

Another question that we often hear from our customers is, what pump do I need?  The right answer depends upon a variety of factors - such as the nature of the process or application, the working pressure and/or flow rate…

Vacuum Unit Conversion

One of the most common issues we help customers with is how to measure units and communicate that information to others.  While this might sound simple, there are a multitude of units used to measure pressure.  The potential for confusion…

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Beyond Gravity: Centrifugal Separations in CPI Operations

 Follow these recommendations to select the right centrifuge for your application Many chemical process operations require the separation of multiple phases. This can be done in a number of ways, including simple gravity separation, traditional or crossflow membrane filtration and…

Diaphragm Vacuum Pumps in Process Operations

Vacuum is a very widely used utility in the process industries – from pharmaceutical and chemical to food and biotechnology. While some applications require fairly deep vacuum – so-called “fine” vacuum – many other operations rely on vacuum in the…

The Chemical Resistant of VACUUBRAND’s Pumps

For many people, one of the most important features to consider when sourcing a vacuum pump is the ability of that pump to hold up over the long term.  Pumps are exposed to a wide range of operating conditions that…

Cost Savings with Process Vacuum – Part 2

In light of the operational concerns reviewed in Part 1, this chemical recycling firm decided to evaluate different pump technologies.  Fortunately, recent advances in vacuum pump technology make dry-running pumps a viable option for many of those currently using liquid…

Cost Savings with Process Vacuum Systems – Part 1

Summary:  A number of common industrial processes require vacuum, such as distillation or drying operations.  The necessary vacuum has historically been supplied using a variety of technologies that have high operating costs in terms of both consumables (e.g., oil, water)…

About VACUUBRAND

VACUUBRAND has specialized in vacuum pumps, gauges, and controllers for process, industrial, research, and OEM applications for over 50 years.  We have earned a loyal, global following for our dry, chemical-resistant pumps, long service intervals, and advanced controls.  Our oil-…