Electric pump options

Volkmann’s new variants of its VS series of vacuum conveyors feature electric pump options that mount a purpose-designed electric switch box assembly (EPV) located directly on the receiver. Because the EPV includes a non-return valve and vacuum relief valve as standard, the unit can be coupled to any electrically driven vacuum-pump assembly.

Volkmann; 609-265-0101; www.volkmannusa.com

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