VacBoss pneumatic conveyors by Christianson Systems

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Move up to 5,800 bu/hr** with a VacBoss Pneumatic Conveyor!

The VacBoss is the best choice for commercial or high volume operators. The state-of-the-art technology will raise the standards when comparing quality, construction and performance to the traditional vac. The VacBoss is the only vac to offer an abrasion-free blower warranty. The heavy-duty design will protect your investment over time providing a machine that will last longer and move more grain. Whether you run a large farm, bulk terminal, or provide transfer service, VacBoss delivers the flexibility and performance you need.

** Capacity is stated in bushels per hour, is approximate and depends on many variables – please refer to capacity charts for more detailed information.

Models
Applications/Materials
Features/Options
Piping/Assessories
Parts/Service/Support
Brochures
Safety

Models

Models 3056 4066 6068

The VacBoss is the result of our customer’s demands for a truly industrial vac … one that would require less maintenance even when conveying large volumes of dusty, sticky products. VacBoss is the first vac able to withstand the rigorous conveying conditions of commercial bulk handling environments.

With nearly 100% filtering efficiency, the BlowerGard Filtration system increases blower life and protects your VacBoss investment over time. High volume operators no longer have to budget for annual or bi-annual blower rebuilds typically necessary with conventional vacs.

Available in self-powered diesel, electric, or tractor-powered PTO versions, there’s a VacBoss model right for you.

	Diesel Models			PTO Models
	3056	4066	6068	4066	6068
Intake Pipe	5″	6″	6″	6″	6″
Capacity*	3,000	4,000	6,000	4,000	6,000
Horsepower	86	150	150	100	135-150

* Capacity is stated in bushels per hour, is approximate and depends on many variables

– please refer to capacity charts for more detailed information.

All specifications subject to change without notice.

Applications/Materials

VacBoss in Action

Industry: Industrial
Loading: Trucks
Unloading: Storage
Material: Sugar

Unloading large plastic bulk storage bags of processed sugar into trucks. Sugar is abrasive when cold and sticky when warm, a challenging combination of attributes for any conveyor.

Industry: Industrial
Loading: Trucks
Unloading: Rail
Material: Cement

A train derailment including dry bulk cement powder was handled by a specially equipped VacBoss.

Industry: Industrial
Loading: Trucks
Unloading: Storage
Material: Flyash

Flyash conveying.

Industry: Farm
Loading: Trucks
Unloading: Storage
Material: Corn

Loading trucks with corn out of steel bins.

Industry: Commercial Ag
Loading: Trucks
Unloading: Storage
Material: Corn

Ready to load trucks with corn from grain pile.

Industry: Farm
Loading: Trucks
Unloading: Storage
Material: Corn

Features/Options

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MicroTube™ filters capture abrasive and sticky dust before it enters the blower.

BlowerGard™ Filtration with MicroTube™ Filters and VibraShaker™ Cleaning System

BlowerGard™ Filtration is the first commercially available positive filtration system designed for high dust load applications. Using an array of MicroTube™ filters, BlowerGard™ blocks about 99.97% of the abrasive dust particles*. The exclusive VibraShaker™ cleans the MicroTube™ filters quickly and efficiently by shaking the dust off the filters and back into the bulk material.Benefits

Increases blower life due to nearly 100% filtering efficiency.
Convey a wide range of grains and dusty bulk materials, without abrasive wear to the blower.
Maintains more consistent conveying capacities over time because blower performance remains steady.
Decreases power requirements. Compared to vacs with comparable capacities, VacBoss™ is up to 35% more energy efficient!

RVI™ Reduced Velocity Inlet

VacBoss RVI Reduces the incoming air velocity by up to 60%, decelerating the bulk material as it enters the receiving cone. Improves efficiency, reduces wear, and results in gentler bulk material handling.

The RVI™ is placed low on the VacBoss™ for increased performance, lower power requirements, reduced pipe wear, and easier pipe connection.

Airlock Truck™ Access System

Maintaining proper airlock clearances is key to top performance of any pneumatic conveying system. Only VacBoss features the Airlock Truck – a rolling chassis attached directly to the airlock.

Experienced vac owners appreciate the utility of the Airlock Truck because it greatly improves access to the adjustable airlock tips, the most important and often overlooked maintenance point on vacs.

For service, the airlock rolls out from under the receiving cone on a track for quick and easy inspection. Adjust the airlock tips in minutes without a crane or heavy lifting.

Vacuum Breaker

Interrupt conveying without shutting off the VacBoss™ or removing the nozzle from the bulk material.

Touch a lever to hydraulically actuate a valve that allows by-pass air into the system – breaking vacuum to the intake nozzle.

Great for loading trucks and a big timer saver.

Quiet-Pac Blower Inlet and Discharge Silencers

Designing effective noise reduction systems for conventional vacs is problematic. Small amounts of dust passing through the blower eventually plug the silencer’s packing material and render the silencer useless.

Since the VacBoss BlowerGard™ Filtration System virtually eliminates dust passing through the blower, installing effective and efficient silencers on a vac is now a reality.

The VacBoss Quiet-Pac system comprises newly designed, compact and efficient pressure and inlet silencers.

Access Platform

The access platform and ladder make it easy to inspect the MicroTube™ filters and monitor operations.

Piping/Assessories

Are you ready for your next project?

Make sure you have the right piping and accessories to tackle your next VacBoss project. Choose from a wide range of flexible and straight pipes, couplers, adapters, and nozzles.

Adapters

Adapters are required for coupling flexible rubber or flexible metal piping. An exclusive Seedcuff™ version for metal flex provides a smoother transition for gentler material handling.

Available with Male or Female Camlock Coupler.
Available as Stub or Seedcuff only without coupler.

Bin and Silo Piping

Couplers – Camlock

Camlock couplers connect in seconds without separate clamps or bolts. Proper pipe alignment and a good vacuum or pressure seal is assured.

When used with galvanized or stainless steel flex pipe, camlock couplers ensure the correct direction of bulk material flow, improving your vac’s performance and minimizing pipe wear.

Camlock couplers typically are reusable if your flex requires replacement. Reinstall the used camlock couplers on your new flex pipe and you’re set.

Camlock couplers can be used on all makes and models of pneumatic conveyors – just contact us to quote a retrofit!

Couplers – Compression

Use compression couplers to butt-connect straight pipe or stubs. They are commonly used for bin and silo plumbing installations and are available in virtually any diameter. Compression couplers feature a heavy rubber gasket, steel inner sleeve and bolted compression for solid connections

Couplers – Quick – Clamp

The quick clamp with J-hook quickly and securely connects 1″ or 1-1/4″ angle-flanged piping. Many older vacs use flanged steel pipes, especially in diameters of 8″ or greater.

Couplers – Quick – On

Quick-On couplers are very handy for pipe connections requiring frequent access or disconnection.

Featuring an integral hand tightening screw, quick-on couplers can be installed without tools. Each coupler comes standard with a gasket.

Nozzles – Straight

The aluminum straight nozzles feature 360 degree handle and an adjustable air door. A male camlock coupler welded on one end is used for quick attachment to flex piping.

Available with a detachable cleanup head with skids or wheels for easier nozzle handling. Also uses detachable Bell end for improved performance.

Piping – Aluminum – Straight

Use heavy-duty aluminum pipe that is lightweight yet strong and lasts. Available with camlock couplers for fast and easy pipe connection.

4″=.072″ Wall Thickness, 5″=.078″ Wall Thickness, 6″=.083″ Wall Thickness

Nozzles – Removable Cleanup Head and Bell

For cleanup applications use the detachable flat nozzle with wheels.

For better performance, be sure to use a Bell end on your nozzle to increase bulk material uptake.

Nozzles – Adjustable

Reduce stress on your lower back with this adjustable cleanup nozzle. Its ergonomic design allows various adjustments to accommodate your height.

Hand grips are placed for maximum comfort. Moving on a dual set of wheels and at just 18 LBS, this lightweight nozzle is easy to handle. Its wide head allows for maximum cleanup efficiency.

Piping – Flex – Galvanized Steel

Constructed of hot dipped galvanized carbon steel strip for greater protection from weathering, this .019″ thick galvanized flex pipe stands up in tough conveying environments. Its high-temperature packing virtually eliminates air leaks and provides the high capacities.

Piping – Flex – Galvanized Steel with Stainless Steel Liner

Constructed of hot dipped galvanized carbon steel strip and lined with 302 stainless steel, this flex measures .038″ thick. It is designed to withstand the most grueling applications. It features high-temperature packing and an Easyflo™ smooth bore to minimize grain damage and reduce conveying friction. Also yields higher capacities, greater pipe strength and a longer service life.

Piping – Flex – Stainless Steel

Tackle your toughest applications with the most flexible and easy to handle metal flex. Constructed entirely of 302 stainless steel, this flex is contamination and corrosion resistant. More durable than galvanized flex pipe, its high-temperature packing virtually eliminates air leaks and provides optimum performance.

Piping – Flex – Rubber – Standard

A compound rubber flex formulated to dissipate static electricity and constructed with a rigid PVC helix. The standard rubber flex is lighter and more flexible, making it best suited for clean-up applications. When durability and service life is of primary concern, the heavy-duty rubber flex is recommended.

Piping – Flex – Rubber – Heavy Duty

Use heavy duty rubber flex when you need flexibility but require longer service life. Formulated to dissipate static electricity and constructed with a rigid PVC helix.

Piping – Elbows

Use with compression couplers to butt-connect to straight pipe, another elbow or stubs. Also available with camlock couplers attached.

Elbows are commonly used for bin and silo plumbing installations. All elbows are steel grit blasted, primed, and painted.

Available in 15, 30, 45 ,60 and 90 degree bends.

Piping Packages

Contact us about recommended piping packages for your application. Our experienced staff will guide you through a piping selection process that best fits your needs.

Reducers

Carbon steel reducers provide a smooth transition between two different pipe diameters. Available in numerous configurations with or without camlock couplers attached.

Parts/Service/Support

Keep your VacBoss in top form.

Whether it’s routine maintenance for your VacBoss or a complete rebuild of your older vac, we’ve got the facilities and experience to support you. We service all types, makes and models of vacs.

Call us today for:

Airlock tip adjustment

Airlock rebuilding and exchange

Air pump rebuilding and exchange

Seasonal inspection and tune-up

Vac rebuilding

Vac truck mounting

Brochures

Safety

Safety Notice – Important – Read This!

Working in and around bins, silos, and tanks
Entering a bin, silo, tank or other type of storage structure is hazardous. You can suffocate and die from the materials stored inside these structures. There also may be explosive, harmful or poisonous gas or dust in the air. A vac operator and all other personnel assisting should strictly adhere to the procedures outlined in “Bin, Silo, and Tank Entry Procedures” before entering a storage structure. For additional details regarding these procedures, reference OSHA Standards.

When entering grain tanks, bins, and silos, also follow these tips – “Bin Entry Do’s and Don’ts” from the Kansas Grain and Feed Association’s Safety, Health and Environment Committee.

Working with and around your vac
Before using your vac, it is your responsibility to read, understand and follow all of the safety instructions in your operator’s manual. Also make sure that EVERYONE operating or near your vac understands and follows all of the safety instructions in the manual.

Remember, a safety-minded, informed operator is the most important safety aspect of your vac. Accidents can be avoided. Do not risk injury or death — be certain that every operator of your vac is well acquainted with all the safety recommendations and operating instructions in the manual. Read “Vac Safety Guidelines”