Safe Efficient Tank Cleaning

Safe, efficient tank cleaning using Solidsvac vacuum loading solids pumps to lift tank bottom sludge and pump it to a location. The SV200 is one of several Solidsvac models capable of vertical sludge lifts in excess of 20 metres. 100% air powered and operated makes the IECEx Zone 0 & 1 Certified units’ invaluably versatile […]

Pumping Fibrous Material Efficiently

Several key industries require the pumping fibrous material efficiently throughout the production. storage and/or, cleaning process. With no internal moving components or “impediments” the Solidsvac is ideally suited to this often-difficult application. Using compressed air to both operate and generate a very high vacuum combined with strong airflows, sees Solidsvac excel. The 100mm (4″) suction […]

Turkey Nest Desludge SV100

The time critical Turkey Nest Desludge SV100 from Solidsvac was the simplest, fastest and most economical option for this mill. On-site and operational withing 2 hours immediately removed a couple of operational issues for the working timber mill. The alternative option was multiple vac-truck loads, with over 50% of the desludging hours being lost to […]

Safe Solids Pumping Operations

Safe solids pumping operations start with the right equipment being used by operators familiar with both the task and equipment. Solidsvac provide operator training both online and on-site anywhere in the world. Whilst this is generally free with equipment purchased, Solidsvac can provide a quote to deliver this service. Our training covers all aspects from […]

Pumping Crude Oil Safely

Using an SV150 continuous vacuum loading solids pump to pump crude oil safely is certainly a well proven method. Numerous petrochemical tank cleaning operators use the Solidsvac units due to their IECEx Zone 0 certification. The SV150 has the ability to vacuum load from a significant distance and transfer the crude several hundred metres. This […]

How To Pump Solids

How to Pump Solids

How to pump solids using a vacuum loading solids pump from Solidsvac requires a basic appreciation of the material involved & energy required. Having an understanding of the material you wish to convey, will prove a significant benefit to your operation. It will save you energy, improve performance and throughput, eliminate angst, and in the […]

Pumping Frac Sand SV440

Loading frac Sand with an SV440-CVCD

Pumping Frac Sand with an SV440 proved unbeatable for a US based Clean Harbours operation ongoing as of June 26. The Solidsvac CVCD solids pumps are designed to move large volumes of aggressive material, quickly. The SV440-CVCD aptly named the Great White delivers continuous vacuum and discharge of high solids content sludges and slurries. Configured […]

SV40 Solids Pumps Canada

Solidsvac SV40 in Canada

VDW Solutions takes delivery of SV40 Solids Pumps in Canada. Solidsvac GM, Jack Krohn met with Glenn Vandewerff in June to deliver a couple of SV40 Solids Pumps to Canada. Both units are now available for immediate delivery on a sale or rental basis. The SV40 vacuum loading solids pump has proven to be a […]

Pumping Tank Bottom Sludge

An SV70 pumping tank bottom sludge

Pumping tank bottom sludge is a straightforward operation using Solidsvac equipment like the SV70, SV100 or SV150 vacuum loading solids pumps. A high degree of mobility combined with powerful vacuum ensure Solidsvac lead the way in tank cleaning. Compatible with robotic crawlers allows for the non-person entry when pumping tank bottom sludge. Readily capable of […]

Pumping Heavy Mill Sludge

Pumping Heavy Mill Sludge Solidsvac SV70

Pumping heavy mill sludge and clearing drains, sumps and culverts of sludge buildup is a task Solidsvac excel at. The compressed air generated 25″hg of high vacuum both the SV70 and SV100 generate aptly suit to this task. Manufacture with 316 vessels and valves ensure even when pumping heavy mill sludge, wear is kept to […]