Author: pn-mkt

Weck Glaswerk, one of the most historical and renowned glassworks in Germany, is relying since decades on the Rotary Vane technology for the supply of vacuum and compressed air at the IS machines.
In 2017, for the expansion of its production plant in Bonn, the company installed the first Pneumofore UV30 vacuum pump.
This Rotary Vane machine fully met the expectations. The efficient non-stop operation and the ability to independently service the machine reinforced Weck’s faith in Pneumofore.
In fact, the company installed a second Pneumofore UV30 unit, equipped with Variable Speed drive, and commissioned a Pneumofore A400.4 low pressure air compressor for the supply of 3 bar(g).
Owing to the steady running of the Pneumofore machines under full load over the years, Weck Glaswerk was happy to document the results and the confirmed power consumption savings with a video testimonial. With a pure and honest testimonial, Weck is demonstrating the improvements achieved in meeting the demanding German carbon footprint reduction rules.

Specifically designed for gas applications, the innovative Pneumofore KV16 vacuum system can operate in hazardous areas classified Atex Zone 2. Fully customized according to the customer’s specifications, this unit is based on the Pneumofore Rotary Vane technology and provides a flow capacity from 714 to 1.220 m3/h. Equipped with Variable Speed drive, the machine is driven by an Atex-certified motor and its low rotation speed ensures high operational safety standards and minimal maintenance requirements. The sound proof cabinet significantly reduces the noise level while in operation. The unit is air-cooled and ready-to-use for ease of installation. Thanks to its simple geometry and sturdy design, this machine guarantees stable efficiency over time. Along with KV vacuum systems, Pneumofore also manufactures a full range of single- and multi-stage compressors up to 20 bar(g) for gas treatment and processing.

Pneumofore presents the A520 twin air compressor. Specifically designed based on the customer’s requests, this unit is equipped with two Rotary Vane air-ends working at the same time and it delivers between 17.5 to 75 m³/min with a nominal installed power of two-time 200 kW, totally 400 kW. Thanks to its sturdy design, this machine can operate in harsh environments and ensures long-life, stable efficiency over time. Equipped with control and monitoring system of the main brands available on the market, the A520 represents the next generation of Pneumofore compressed air systems.

Pneumofore machines are sold with pay-back calculations. For our customers, the average Return on Investment is 36 months, sometimes even less. With a sharp analysis of the present status and the expected future situation, our engineers estimate the achievable energy savings over years of operation. Catalogue data are not sufficient to effectively compare machinery alternatives. For this reason, clients rightly give rising relevance to guaranteed efficiency values and require quantitative statements on after-sale costs. On these core topics, Pneumofore is well positioned. The picture shows 3 air-cooled vacuum pumps, model UV50 VS, running at Ardagh Glass in Doncaster(UK) since September 2020. Pneumofore agreed on installing this vacuum system with the guarantee of 20% less energy usage than the previous system. At the commissioning made by our technicians, the saving in electrical consumption was measured to be at least 24%. The customer exclaimed: ”Pneumofore is over-performing!”