In the world of pet food production, freeze drying stands as a pinnacle method for preserving nutrition and extending shelf life. However, this process poses unique challenges, particularly in vacuum systems where traditional oil-sealed pumps often struggle to maintain efficiency and reliability. Enter NOVADRY - the dry screw vacuum pump that is reshaping the landscape of freeze drying operations.

Freeze drying, also known as lyophilization, is a crucial process in various industries, including pharmaceuticals, food preservation, and research laboratories. The success of this method often hinges on the efficiency and reliability of the vacuum system used.

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An oil-free screw is a type of vacuum pump that uses a pair of intermeshing screws, or rotors, to compress and evacuate gases. Unlike other types of vacuum pumps, oil-free screws do not use oil for lubrication or sealing. Instead, the rotors are designed and manufactured to operate without the need for oil, resulting in a clean and efficient vacuum pump that can handle high water vapor loads.

If you are considering purchasing a vacuum pump, it is important to understand the annual running costs associated with the pump. The annual running cost of a vacuum pump is determined by several factors, including but not limited to the cost of electricity, the operating hours of the pump, and the efficiency of the pump.

Vacuum technology is increasingly being used in the maple syrup industry for the efficient gathering of maple sap. The traditional method of collecting maple sap involves drilling a hole into the maple tree and inserting a spile, or tap, to allow the sap to flow into a bucket or other container. This method has several limitations, including the potential for contamination and the need to regularly collect and replace the sap-filled containers.

When selecting a vacuum pump for your application, there are many important factors to consider. To ensure that you choose the right vacuum pump for your needs, it is important to ask yourself the following questions:

Oil-free vacuum pumps and oil-sealed vacuum pumps are two common types of vacuum pumps that are used in many different applications. Oil-free vacuum pumps operate without the use of oil, while oil-sealed vacuum pumps use oil to lubricate and seal the moving parts of the pump.

Various food processing applications require diverse vacuum pump attributes and they can differ a great deal. With such a vast array of vacuum pump options on the market, the question is how to evaluate suitability for your specific needs?

How involved is vacuum in the drying process for cannabis? Take a look at this blog post from Leybold that highlights the most common drying methods used in the extraction and distillation of cannabis.

"Dry technology" is a term that gets thrown around in the vacuum world quite a bit. But, what does that mean? And how can that benefit your process?

As universities and research labs make preparations for the fall season, cost effective equipment and supply solutions are top of mind. Intlvac stands ready to assist you in getting your lab up and running quickly by putting an affordable vacuum pump within your reach.

Intlvac has taken action consistent with guidance from Health Canada as well as provincial and local authorities to ensure the safety and well being of our employees, customers and vendors.

You can get the most out of your pump investment and maximize its useful life by performing some regular maintenance on the unit. When it comes to preventative maintenance, many of these items you can do in-house and can save you from huge potential headaches down the road.

Many of today’s freeze dryers incorporate yesterday’s vacuum technology where you are likely to experience lost production due to downtime for service, maintenance, or slowed cycle time. Today’s vacuum technology can help reduce operating and maintenance costs with little to no downtime.