Pumps ready for Industry 4.0

The Busch R 5 RA 0760 Plus vacuum pump introduces a new range for vacuum solutions in the Busch product portfolio, featuring innovative functionalities. This is a silent plug and pump vacuum unit, which is ready for Industry 4.0.

This new generation of vacuum pump embodies proven R 5 technology for leading performance and reliability. Its built-in control unit with a variable speed drive and a touchscreen interface allows flexible and easy control of the vacuum pump. With energy savings of up to 50%, the R 5 RA 0760 A Plus sets a new benchmark in terms of energy efficiency.

The actual evacuation time in a packaging chamber where the vacuum is required only accounts for one third of the cycle time. The rest is taken up by transportation, sealing, ventilation and sometimes treatment with gas. Using intelligent technologies in the vacuum supply chain, i.e. optimised control systems to frequency control offers several options for optimisation.

CENTRALISED VACUUM PACKAGING SOLUTIONS

Companies that package foodstuffs on several thermoforming packaging machines, tray sealers or chamber machines should consider using a centralised vacuum supply. Energy cost savings of 50% and more can generally be expected. This is possible as fewer vacuum pumps are required for this than for a decentralised vacuum supply.

Performance control can be precisely adjusted to fit the requirements of overall operations. Centralised vacuum systems offer maximum reliability and safety as all systemically relevant components have a redundant design. If a vacuum pump fails or needs maintenance, full vacuum power remains intact.

Busch central vacuum systems can be equipped with various vacuum pumps. In addition to oil lubricated R5 rotary vane vacuum pumps and dry Mink claw vacuum pumps. Cobra screw vacuum pumps can also be used as components. The investment costs can be reduced during purchasing by including already existing vacuum pumps in the system installation.