Atlas Copco Vacuum Pumps
If you have a manufacturing process that requires a vacuum supply, at Design Air we can help design, specify, supply and install a complete turnkey industrial vacuum system to suit your requirements. We provide a total Atlas Copco vacuum pump solution, from application expertise to spare parts.
As official distributors for Atlas Copco, at Design Air we pride ourselves on offering equipment that is extremely energy efficient, often featuring Variable Speed Drive (VSD) technology, and with a reputation for reliability and robust construction.
Why Choose an Atlas Copco Vacuum Pump From Design Air?
Lowest Total Cost of Ownership
As you will likely keep your new Atlas Copco vacuum pumps for at least 7 – 10 years, a high percentage of your total cost of ownership in this period will be in electrical energy costs. Atlas Copco’s focus on energy efficiency helps minimise this.
Whether you select oil-sealed vacuum models or dry vacuum technology, Atlas Copco vacuum pumps are extremely efficient and typically have the lowest total cost of ownership when factoring in initial purchase price, electrical running costs and maintenance costs.
Finance Options
At Design Air, we can be flexible to meet your payment requirements. We appreciate that purchasing an Atlas Copco Vacuum Pump is a long term investment, so we can help you finance your purchase over 3-60 months.
Instead of waiting for a return on your investment, make a saving immediately. We can demonstrate that your monthly payments will be lower than the electrical cost savings your new vacuum pump will provide.
Help to Centralise Your Vacuum System
Historically, if you have a process that requires a vacuum supply, a solution for dedicated point-of-use machines would be situated at the point of use providing vacuum for this process alone. Having multiple instances of this in a factory can quickly escalate your maintenance, electrical energy costs, and noise levels on the production floor.
The solution? To create a centralised vacuum system supplying vacuum to all processes that require it. A well designed central vacuum system will help greatly reduce maintenance and electrical energy costs as well as improving the working environment close to the point of use.
Our Atlas Copco Vacuum Pump Portfolio
Atlas Copco offers a wide range of vacuum pump technologies to meet the specific demands of any industrial application. Our team can help you select the perfect pump technology for your needs.
Oil-Sealed Vacuum Pumps
These pumps are the workhorses of general industrial production, valued for their robustness and reliability. We offer a wide range of oil-sealed vacuum solutions, including:
- Oil-Sealed Rotary Screw (GHS VSD⁺ Series): The GHS VSD⁺ series represents the flagship for energy efficiency. These oil-sealed vacuum screw pumps feature market-leading VSD technology, making them ideal for applications with fluctuating or variable vacuum demand.
- Oil-Sealed Rotary Vane (GVS Series): A proven, robust technology. These oil-sealed vacuum rotary vane pumps (GVS rotary) are a cost-effective and reliable solution for a wide array of general-purpose applications. We provide both fixed speed and VSD models.
Dry Vacuum Pumps and Scroll Vacuum
For applications where cleanliness is critical and contamination must be avoided, such as in food, pharmaceutical, or semiconductor processes, we provide a range of dry vacuum technologies.
- Dry Claw (DZS Series): The DZS dry claw dry vacuum pump series is valued for its simplicity, robustness, and very low maintenance requirements. Its non-contact, oil-free design ensures a clean and reliable vacuum.
- Dry Screw (DHS/DWS Series): These dry vacuum screw pumps offer exceptionally high performance and efficiency, designed for more demanding industrial processes that require a clean, stable vacuum.
- Dry Scroll Vacuum Pumps (DSS Series): Ideally suited for laboratories and medical applications, scroll vacuum pumps ensure zero contamination. The Atlas Copco scroll vacuum range is compact, quiet, and efficient.
Liquid Ring Vacuum Pumps
For the most challenging and arduous environments, particularly those with wet gases or potential liquid carryover, a liquid ring vacuum pump is the ideal solution. We specialise in high-performance liquid ring vacuum pumps designed for extreme durability.
This technology is extremely tolerant of humid and dirty processes, such as those found in plastics extrusion and food processing. Our liquid ring vacuum pumps utilize water or other liquids as a sealant. The Atlas Copco liquid ring vacuum pump range (LRP VSD+ and AWS/AWD) offers superior vapour handling capabilities.
Unlike other technologies, liquid ring vacuum pumps are isothermal, meaning they run cool even under heavy load. If you require a pump that handles fluid intake without damage, liquid ring vacuum pumps are the industry standard. Furthermore, modern liquid ring vacuum pumps from Atlas Copco come with VSD technology to reduce the water and energy consumption typically associated with older liquid ring vacuum pumps. From single-stage to two-stage liquid ring vacuum pumps, we have the configuration to match your liquid ring vacuum needs.
Mechanical Booster Pumps
When your process requires faster pumping speeds or a deeper ultimate vacuum level, booster pumps are the answer. Booster pumps are used in conjunction with a backing pump (such as a rotary vane or screw pumps) to supercharge performance.
Our range of booster pumps allows you to achieve lower pressures rapidly, increasing throughput in applications like vacuum coating or metallurgy. Adding booster pumps to your vacuum systems is a cost-effective way to upgrade system performance.
Industrial Applications We Serve
Our application expertise allows us to design and install vacuum systems for a vast range of UK industries. Common industrial applications include:
- Food & Beverage: Including food packaging (MAP), bottling, food processing, and pneumatic conveying.
- Pharmaceutical & Chemical: Providing clean, reliable vacuum for drying, distillation, conveying, and processing.
- Manufacturing & Engineering: For processes like woodworking (CNC routing and clamping), plastics extrusion, automotive parts handling, and paper printing.
- High-Tech: We can also specify solutions for demanding electronics, R&D, and semiconductor processes.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
While there are many variations, the three main categories commonly used in industry are oil-sealed vacuum pumps (like the rotary vane), dry vacuum pumps (like claw or screw pumps), and liquid ring vacuum pumps. Each serves a different purpose depending on the required ultimate vacuum and the cleanliness of the gas being pumped.
An oil-sealed pump, like a rotary vane or the GHS screw pump, uses oil to lubricate components and create the vacuum seal. A dry vacuum pump, such as a dry claw or dry screw model, has no oil in the pumping chamber, which is essential for high-purity applications like food, pharma, and electronics.
An oil-sealed vacuum pump, like a rotary vane or the GHS screw pumps, uses oil to lubricate components and create the vacuum seal. A dry vacuum pump, such as a dry claw or dry screw model, has no oil in the pumping chamber, which is essential for high-purity applications like food, pharma, and electronics.
The “best” pump depends on your application. For wet or dirty applications, liquid ring vacuum pumps are superior due to their tolerance for liquids. For general manufacturing where initial cost is a factor, oil-sealed vacuum pumps are often best. For clean environments, dry vacuum or scroll vacuum pumps are the required choice.
VSD stands for Variable Speed Drive. It is one of Atlas Copco’s advanced vacuum technologies that allows the pump to intelligently adjust its motor speed to match the precise vacuum demand of your process in real-time. This contrasts with fixed-speed models that run at 100% power and then turn off. This smart vacuum solution can reduce energy consumption by 50% or more.
Often, people confuse compressors with vacuum pumps. While a screw compressor compresses air to create pressure, screw pumps in vacuum applications work in reverse to evacuate air. However, specific Atlas Copco screw pumps (like the GHS VSD+) utilize the same durable rotary screw element found in compressors, optimized for vacuum duties.
The service interval depends entirely on the pump technology (e.g., rotary vane, screw pumps), the operating hours, and the harshness of your application. We work with you to create a custom preventative maintenance plan, using genuine Atlas Copco vacuum pump parts and Atlas Copco vacuum pump oil, to ensure maximum reliability and uptime.