VORTEX / GENERATION 2
The VORTEX picks up liquids, sludges and suitable free-flowing dry materials. Its vacuum pump draws the material through a hose into the stainless-steel tank. Configure the VORTEX to suit your material and operating conditions.
Discuss your application ↗Illustration: existing VORTEX configuration
Stainless-steel tank
Filter area
m³/h combined · 2 pumps
integrated as standard
01 / THREE FUNCTIONS
From intake to targeted emptying: what matters is what your material requires.
01 / INTAKE
The VORTEX uses vacuum to draw suitable wet and dry materials through the hose into the stainless-steel tank. We match the vacuum pump, filters and hose routing to the material.
02 / CONVEYING
The standard Venturi system blows suitable free-flowing dry materials, such as roof gravel and green roof substrate, from the tank to the work area. An integrated cyclone separator is available for specialist applications.
03 / EMPTYING
Pressure helps discharge liquids and sludges from the tank at up to 1 bar as standard, or up to 2 bar with an optional compressor, within permitted operating conditions. Valves allow manual adjustment of airflow.
02 / THE HEART OF THE MACHINE
The Roots vacuum pump generates the suction. We match the pump configuration to the material and task. Depending on the configuration, the VORTEX reaches up to 0.95 bar vacuum.
9,000 m³/h · one pump · standard
11,000 m³/h · one pump · optional
Up to 18,000 m³/h · two pumps combined · optional
Airflow depends on the pump configuration. Actual conveying performance depends on the material, hose routing and equipment.
03 / INDUSTRIAL CLEANING
Use wet or dry suction to remove water, sediment and suitable residues from tanks, silos and industrial plants.
APPLICATION EXAMPLE
We match the filters and hose system to the material and operating environment. Where combustible dust is present, we account for the required explosion protection.
04 / FROM THE FIELD
Field footage of existing VORTEX configurations. Equipment on the second generation may differ.
WEIRA / TANK CLEANING
VORTEX cleaned two firefighting water tanks, taking in water and deposited sediments.
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ALKMAAR / ROOF GRAVEL
On a new residential building, VORTEX conveyed roof gravel onto the roof and distributed it on site.
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UTRECHT / POWER GRID
VORTEX excavated a trench so that cables and equipment became accessible during grid expansion.
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05 / TECHNOLOGY & EQUIPMENT
Choose the tank capacity, vacuum pump, suction boom and other equipment with us to suit your materials, work areas and tasks.
All information refers to available configurations. Standard and options are indicated directly for each feature.
Tank material
Stainless steel · standard
Tank volume
14 m³ · standard
12 m³ on the 3-axle version; up to 16 m³ depending on configuration
Tipping function
Rear discharge · standard
Hi-Lift
Optional · raised discharge position for tanks or skips
Pressure discharge / blow-out
Up to 1 bar · standard
Up to 2 bar · option with additional compressor; observe permissible operating conditions
Airflow rate during blow-out
Adjustable manually via valves
Roots vacuum pump · standard
1 × 9,000 m³/h airflow rate
Roots vacuum pump · options
1 × 11,000 m³/h or two pumps with up to 18,000 m³/h combined
Vacuum
Up to 0.95 bar depending on the pump configuration
Conveying dry materials
Venturi conveying system · standard
Integrated cyclone separator · optional
Suction distance
Up to 200 m for suitable free-flowing dry materials
Height difference during suction
Up to 75 m for suitable free-flowing dry materials
Filter area
55 m² · standard
Smaller filter version · option
Filter elements
Individually replaceable · standard
Filter chamber flap
Hydraulically operated · standard; additional separation stage
Inspection access
Filter chamber and top of tank · standard
Water tank
400 l · standard
Up to 1,800 l · option
Operation on the vehicle
Levers and controls at the right rear · standard. Controls follow the same logic as other RSP vehicles. The machine display shows key operating values, warnings and service information.
Radio remote control
Optional
Suction arm configurations
Industrial boom, multipurpose boom, articulated hose carrier or no boom, depending on access and available working space
Hose connection on the articulated hose carrier
8 or 10 inches with compatible RSP accessories
Hose transport
RSP ratchet strap system · standard
Maintenance and service
Maintenance is available through the RSP workshop network. Operating hours and service information help plan maintenance and workshop visits.
Telematics
RSP Connect · standard; access on PC and via app
SIR
Separate equipment package aligned with the guidelines of the Stichting Industriële Reiniging
ATEX
Explosion protection matched to the specific configuration and its documented scope of use
ADR
Optional configuration without a suction boom for collecting and transporting approved dangerous goods by road
We confirm tank capacity, payload and equipment for the chosen chassis and application. Permitted discharge pressure depends on the material, vehicle configuration and operating conditions. For suitable free-flowing dry materials, achievable distance and elevation depend on the material, hose routing and equipment. Each maximum applies separately.
06 / SAFETY
A separate equipment package follows the guidelines of the Stichting Industriële Reiniging. We tailor the equipment and operating procedures for safe operation to your requirements.
The configuration depends on the material, environment and documented area of use. The design accounts for the suction point, material handling system and vehicle location.
The optional ADR configuration is available only without a suction boom. It allows collection and road transport of approved dangerous goods. Approved substances, vehicle configuration and permitted operating conditions determine its use.
YOUR NEXT APPLICATION
Tell us about your material, work area and conveying distance. Together we will choose the tank capacity, vacuum pump, suction boom and equipment for your application.
RSP CONNECT / DIGITAL FLEET
Manage your VORTEX as part of your fleet. RSP Connect gives you access to machine data on your PC and in the app to help plan industrial and cleaning jobs.
Find out more about RSP Connect ↗
Example screen from the RSP Connect mobile app
Depending on your package, you can access location data, location history and geofencing. See where your VORTEX is working and coordinate upcoming jobs across plants and sites.
Operating hours and service counters help you schedule maintenance between cleaning jobs. Subscribe to email alerts to act on available maintenance information and warnings.
Depending on the package, RSP Connect can display historical operating and condition data and generate reports and exports. Use these insights to assess machine usage and plan your fleet accordingly.
Available data and features depend on the vehicle, chassis, package and permissions. We confirm the features for your VORTEX with the configuration.