Quadro Vac Performance

A 2" wand was used to pick up the flakes of wax from a bag, which were then conveyed through the Quadro Vac and discharged into a tank. The tank height and line lengths were modified in different trials to test the performance of the Quadro Vac in different configurations. It was found that the pump providing free air flow of 56 CFM (95 CMH) provided a good transfer rate to and from the QuadroVac and there was no build-up or bridging occurring on the Quadro Vac components. However, as the tank height increased, the transfer rate decreased as was expected.

Summary

The Quadro Vac was able to convey a delicate, heat sensitive wax material from a drum or a bag to a tank of variable height, with no apparent damage to the flakes and no bridging or product build-up on the Quadro Vac components. A good transfer rate was obtained with a 820 Quadro Vac. If higher transfer rates are required, a 830 model would be recommended. It is also recommended that the customer rent a unit for testing the capacity rate when the tank is 15 feet high. A purge valve is recommended for conveying products up a 15 feet vertical height.