Introducing the Handlair 404 BLOMKEST, MN April, 25, 2019 Christianson Systems, Inc. introduces a new addition to their Handlair line of pneumatic equipment. Meet the Handlair 404, where versatility meets power! This “Little Giant” was designed to easily maneuver those hard to reach places while still providing the power needed to complete the job. Intended for smaller jobs, the Model 404 provides both vacuum and pressure for filling totes, short transfers, railcar spills, or any cleanup job. Self-contained with a 37 HP Kohler engine, the 404 will transfer dry bulk … [Read more...]
ADM Grain Purchases a VacBoss Diesel on a Gooseneck Trailer
Written on October 21, 2013
Nebcom Agri Distributing http://www.nebcom.net/ in Elm Creek, Nebraska, recently delivered a VacBoss Diesel Model 6068 to ADM Grain in Goodland, Kansas. This grain vac was mounted on a 5th wheel gooseneck trailer. The 5th Wheel option is an excellent choice for the commercial user who already has truck equipment in place for pulling their grain vac from location to location. An advantage of the goose neck trailer is the turning radius, which may be seen when the truck is backing up. A skilled driver can maneuver a trailer into tight spaces. There is no hindrance … [Read more...]
Changing the Oil in Your Grain Vac Blower
Written on November 30, 2012
If you are wondering how often you should change the oil in your grain vac blower, the simple answer is at least every 100 hours. Changing the oil every 100 hours of operation is important for proper equipment maintenance. Be sure to use the correct synthetic gear oil (link to other article) and properly dispose of all waste oil. The best way to remember to change the oil is to make note of the date of each oil change on the equipment itself using an oil change sticker, in your operations manual, or look for an oil change app for your mobile device. Proper waste oil … [Read more...]
Determining the Correct Oil for Your Grain Vac Blower
Written on November 8, 2012
The kind of oil required is determined by the type of blower used on your grain vac. The easiest way to figure this out is by checking the serial number tag on the blower. Once you have determined what kind of blower you have, you can use this guide to specify the type of gear oil needed. Dresser Roots and M&D Tuthill are the blowers used on the VacBoss and Handlair line of equipment. The Dresser Roots blower uses ISO-220 synthetic gear lubricant. The Tuthill blower uses an ISO-100 synthetic gear lubricant. Please remember that gear oil is not the same as motor … [Read more...]
Grain Vacs Drive Down Expenses
Written on October 31, 2012
Blomkest, MN, USA - Agriculture is a technology-driven industry that demands the best in equipment performance, efficiency, and safety. When OSHA issued new regulations regarding sweep augers, the industry scrambled to figure out how to meet the regulations and move grain safely, while keeping expenses in check. Christianson’s has been able to ease the burden of this specific OSHA regulation by offering a series of grain vac options that move grain from bin to bin or from bin to truck. Essentially, the use of a pneumatic grain vac provides heightened protection from … [Read more...]