VacPress Standard-Professional System

Standard and Professional "...The number one choice of woodworkers everywhere."

Since its introduction as the first practical vacuum veneer press, woodworkers have praised this original VacuPress model as a reliable performer. Today, it is still the number one choice of woodworkers everywhere.

An excellent entry-level VacuPress, as well as a dependable choice for the professional, this system handles the full range of veneering and laminating tasks with ease. Designed and thoroughly engineered to be a maintenance-free performer, the nucleus of both the Standard and Professional systems is a 1/3 HP 5 cfm oil-less rotary vane pump chosen for its industry proven performance.

The vacuum chamber has been specially plated to eliminate the possibility of internal corrosion -- an important feature when using water-based glues. A "repeatedly accurate" micro pressure switch guarantees consistent vacuum levels with an adjustable feature. This allows variable vacuum set-tings necessary for the various pressure needs of high elevation shops, curved work, and different glue types.

It also features a dual power switch for both vacuum pressing and vacuum clamping. In the press mode, the vacuum switch will automatically shut the pump off when the proper vacuum level is reached. In the clamp mode the pump operates continuously as a shortcycle hold down clamp for wooden parts.

The Standard VacuPress - utilizes flexible, durable 20 or 30 mil see-through vinyl bags that accommodate all types of flat and curved work. The 20 mil bag is for light duty use. The 30 mil bag is for more regular use by a professional shop.

The Professional VacuPress - uses a 30 mil industrial grade polyurethane vacuum bag which is highly puncture resistant and designed to withstand the rigors of heavy use by those who use their system regularly and demand professional performance from the bag. Polyurethane is a state-of-the-art membrane used extensively in high tech industries because of its durability. VacuPress Industrial Poly bags are so rugged that we warranty them for five full years against seam delamination and tearing.

Both the Standard and the Professional models can operate up to three bags with the addition of our manifold adapter

Pump Features:

• 1/3 HP self~adjusting oil-less rotary vane vacuum pump with thermal overload protection
• Electroless Nickel Plated vacuum chamber, prevents internal corrosion.
• 5 cfm vacuum rate for short evacuation time
• Maximum vacuum 27" HG / automatic shutoff at 25" HG (1774 lbs. per sq. foot)
• Easy access, see through filter jar for dust removal
• Quick disconnect between pump and bag
• Micro-pressure switch maintains consistent vacuum level with adjustable pressure setting
• Vacuum gauge and lighted on/off switch for monitoring vacuum process
• Dual power switch for both vacuum pressing and vacuum clamping
• Pump dimensions:9 1/2" W x 9 1/2" H x 22" L
• Weighs 50 pounds
• Operators manual with complete instructions on pressing veneers, curved work, glues and vacuum clamping
• One-year limited warranty

Bag Features

VacuPress Vacuum Bags have heat-welded seams and clamp-less, airtight vacuum hose attachments. Bags for the Standard and Professional models are double entry and have convenient, movable C channel closures that give an air-tight seal and a firm grip against the pull of curved work. The C-channel closer at the end of the bag can be moved down the bag for smaller setups and faster pressing time

Sizes: (Represent actual pressing capacity)

• 20 mil vinyl:  49" x 49",  49" x 97"
• 30 mil vinyl:  49" x 49",  49" x 97",   49" x 121,"  49" x 145",  61" x 121", and 61" x 145"
• 30 mil industrial poly: 49" x 49",  49" x 97,"  49" x 121," 49" x 145",  61" x 121", and 61" x 145"