Practical guides to vacuum equipment, product selection and the details that make an installation work.
DVP SC 60 and LC 106: two rotary vane pumps for different duties
Compare DVP SC 60 dry and LC 106 lubricated rotary vane pumps, including absolute pressure, flow, working range and purchase considerations.
Mobile or static MIL’S COMPOSITVAC: planning vacuum for the workshop
Choose a mobile or static MIL’S COMPOSITVAC arrangement by tool demand, hose runs, resin protection, controls and workshop layout.
Leybold PV201 or TM201: choosing a portable vacuum gauge
Compare Leybold PV201 and TM201 portable gauges by pressure range, sensor principle, logging, connections and calibration requirements.
Thyracont VSP63D or VSR53D: specifying a gauge for machine controls
Select a Thyracont VSP63D or VSR53D transducer: compare sensors and check supply, signal scaling, PLC connections and relay requirements.
DVP FBO and FDS filters: inlet protection or exhaust oil separation?
Understand the different jobs of DVP FBO inlet filters and FDS exhaust oil separators, and what to include when ordering a filter assembly.
Planning a MIL’S LABOVAC enquiry for a shared laboratory
Prepare a MIL’S LABOVAC enquiry with outlet demand, working pressure, water services, controls and exact system identification.
Predictive Maintenance for Evisa Vacuum Pumps: Why Oil Monitoring Changes Everything
In the world of industrial vacuum technology, reliability is the silent partner of productivity. For over 40 years, Girovac has seen how even the most robust systems can be brought to a standstill by a…
Freeze Drying in the UK: 10 Things You Need to Know Before Buying
Freeze drying, or lyophilisation, is increasingly becoming the gold standard for preservation across the UK’s food, pharmaceutical, and nutraceutical industries. Whether you are looking to preserve high-value seasonal produce or prepare sensitive biological samples in…
7 Common Vacuum Pump Maintenance Mistakes (And How to Avoid Them)
In the industrial world, a vacuum pump is often the unsung hero of the production line. Whether it is powering a freeze dryer, supporting a laboratory experiment, or facilitating a complex manufacturing process, the reliability…
How Do Vacuum Pumps Work? A Simple Guide for Industrial Engineers
Since 1983, Girovac has been at the forefront of the UK vacuum industry. With over 40 years of hands-on expertise, we have seen vacuum technology evolve from simple mechanical tools to the highly sophisticated systems…