Edwards Enables: Aerospace

Ever wondered how jet engine turbine blades are made? By precision casting under vacuum... and brakes that slow airliners on landing? – the pads are degassed under vacuum. Even the tray in front of you may have been vacuum moulded.

Lithium-Ion Battery Manufacturing


Your process... our technology.

Vacuum is a critical element in the production of the latest Lithium-ion batteries - as it is in many leading edge technologies. Li-ion batteries are driving the world’s green agenda and need high quality reliable vacuum products behind them.

Edwards will supply Lithium-ion battery manufacturers worldwide with a complete range of vacuum pumping options and application expertise to help accelerate your process and minimise your operating costs.

Our product range includes:
• Low cost oil-sealed rotary vane pumps
• Dry pumps for reduced maintenance costs and low environmental impact
• Intelligent pumps with advanced control capability
• ATEX certified versions for safe operation  
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Electrode drying process

Edwards offers dry vacuum pumps for Electrode Drying of various sizes to suit the particular demands of each of its customers.

Edwards Product Technology Pumping
Speed
 Drystar GV80 Pump  Dry, roots/claw  80 m3/hr
 GX100N Dry Pump  Dry, roots/claw  100 m3/hr
 iH80 Dry Pump  Dry, roots/claw  80 m3/hr
 GXS Dry Screw Pump  Dry, screw  160-2600 m3/hr



Electrolyte degassing, cell formation and packaging processes

Electrolyte chemistries currently in use can release combustible vapours that require appropriate pump selection to ensure optimal safety, performance and uptime for electrolyte degassing, cell formation and packaging processes. 

Edwards Product Technology Pumping
Speed
 RV Oil-sealed Pump Oil-sealed, rotary vane  3-12 m3/hr
 EM Oil-sealed Pump Oil-sealed, two-stage rotary vane  0.7-275 m3/hr
 CXS Chemical Dry Pump Advanced screw  160-450 m3/hr

 

More about our vacuum products: 

 
DRYSTAR GV80 Dry Pump

Clean, robust and cost effective dry vacuum pump. 

  • Low capital costs and minimal maintenance
  • Suitable for hash process conditions
  • Optimised vapour handling and recovery
  • High effective pumping speed at any pressure
DRYSTAR GV80 Dry Pump
   
GX100N Dry Pump

Small modern dry pump with advanced control options.

  • Designed for high efficiency with low utilities and low power stand by mode
  • Ultra compact foot print allows installation options
  • Zero maintenance between major overhauls
  • High load capacity with high performance and reliability
GX Dry Pump
   
iH80 Dry Pump

Highly reliable in the harshest of process conditions

  • Optimised utilities consumption for low cost of ownership
  • Small footprint
  • High performance and reliability
iH80 Dry Pump
   
GXS Dry Screw Pump Range

High efficiency drive for excellent vacuum performance and low running costs

  • Dry pumping typically down to 5x10-4 mbar ultimate vacuum
  • Reliable operation in the harshest of applications
  • Intelligent on-board controller with extensive communication and automated control capabilities
  • Affordable capital investment and low cost of ownership
  • Smooth, quiet running with low power and utilities consumption
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RV Oil-sealed Rotary Vane Pump Range

Excellent low cost and easy to use small vacuum pump

  • Suitable for high or throughput with high ultimate vacuum
  • Low noise at 48bB(A), acoustic enclosure available for lower noise
  • Fast acting inlet valve for system protection

RV Oil-sealed Rotary Vane Pump Range

   
EM Oil-sealed Rotary Vane Pump Range

Highly reliable and safe vacuum pump, suitable for rugged and demanding processes.

  • Low capital cost
  • High ultimate vacuum with rapid pumping speeds
  • May be supplied with ATEX classification
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CXS Chemical Dry Pump

Intelligent control options and exceptional performance, ideal for centralised or remote vacuum designs

  • High throughput while able to handle the harshest of processes and liquids
  • Low installation costs and up to five years between service for minimal maintenance
  • Integral controller and safety systems for ‘plug and pump’ operation
  • ATEX compliant for safe, corrosion-free and flexible dry pumping
  • Smooth, quiet running, <64 dB(A), no effluent generation and low utilities consumption
CXS Chemical Dry Pump

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Email Us: vacuum@edwardsvacuum.com

  

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