VacuPress Air Form Bladders

AirForm™ Bladders-"Vacuum Pressing Systems, the innovator in laminating technology, introduces the AirForm™ inflatable bladder system for internal support of 3-dimensional objects."

The force of vacuum can apply up to one ton per square foot. Until now any object other than a flat panel required substantial internal bracing to prevent damage or implosion. AirForm™  inflatable bladders redefine the way 3 dimensional objects can be pressed with vacuum, simplifying the process, eliminating time consuming and bulky forms and removing the fear of deflection or implosion.

For example, the 2x2 radius end panel in the picture (at left) would have had over 8000 pounds applied to it at full vacuum. At only 25% vacuum, however, severe sagging is already evident

With AirForm(tm) inflatable bladders a 3 dimensional object like the one shown can receive full vacuum pressure with absolutely no deflection, as shown below

The principle is simple. Instead of a rugged form to support the shaped object, an air filled bladder is used, expanding to equal the vacuum pressure being applied. The AirForm™ is completely self adjusting, perfectly balancing the opposing pressures

The AirForm™  System

AirForm™ inflatable bladders can be connected together to fill large spaces or cabinets with separate compartments.

• Rugged 15 mil clear polyurethane construction with warranteed seams.
• Includes all fittings & hoses for connection through existing vacuum bag.
• Can be inflated or deflated from outside the vacuum bag

Available in 5 bladder sizes:

• 2' x 5'
• 2' x 9'
• 3' x 7'
• 3' x 10'
• 4' 6" x 10'