When working in environments where flammable materials, confined spaces or extreme industrial conditions are the norm, safety is everything. Refineries, chemical plants, mines and maritime operations all share one key challenge—how to clean up efficiently without compromising safety.
At Atlas Industrial Vacuum, we distribute a line of Solidsvac vacuum pumps across the United States, engineered specifically to meet this need. These 100% air-powered systems eliminate common hazards found in traditional equipment, offering a safer, more reliable solution for cleanup in volatile or restricted zones.
Why Traditional Equipment Can Be a Risk
Most vacuum trucks and electric-powered pumps rely on rotating parts, fuel combustion or electrical components—all of which introduce sparks, heat or wear that can lead to failure in high-risk zones. This makes them unsuitable—or even dangerous—for operations in IECEx-certified environments or anywhere vapors, fumes or high-temperature materials are present.
Hazards associated with traditional systems include:
- Risk of ignition or explosion
- Overheating and cavitation
- Mechanical breakdowns in confined or wet environments
- Unreliable performance during dry-run or low-flow conditions
In environments where a single small failure can lead to disaster, industrial teams require tools designed with safety in mind from the start.
Solidsvac Pneumatic Pumps: Built for Safety, Proven in the Field
Unlike most equipment used for sludge and slurry cleanup, Solidsvac vacuum pumps—available through Atlas Industrial Vacuum—use no electricity, no internal motors and no moving parts. They run entirely on compressed air, which makes them intrinsically safe in IECEx Zone 0 and Zone 1 environments.
Key safety benefits include:
- Zero spark risk – No electrical power source required
- Dry-run protection – Won’t overheat or wear out when suction is interrupted
- Fully enclosed operation – No exposed parts or belts
- Minimal maintenance – No impellers or seals to fail
- Certified for hazardous areas – Ideal for chemical, petrochemical and mining applications
These safety features make pneumatic vacuum systems the go-to choice for cleanup in refinery environments, confined marine spaces or underground mines.
Real-World Safety Applications
Our clients use Solidsvac pumps in some of the most demanding and hazardous settings across the country:
- Tank farms and chemical containment areas
- Crude oil and refinery sludge cleanup
- Fuel spill and bilge recovery
- Confined space vessel entry prep
- Mine sumps and hazardous tailings pits
Whether you’re cleaning oil from a flooded containment area or removing waste from a high-temperature tank, a pneumatic vacuum pump gives your crew the peace of mind they need to work safely.
Safety Without Compromise
Choosing safer equipment shouldn’t mean sacrificing performance. Solidsvac pumps are not only safer—they’re also powerful. With models like the SV150-CVCD and SV440-CVCD, users can achieve:
- Suction lifts of 30+ meters
- Transfer rates of 60m³/hr
- Continuous-duty operation
- 24/7 unmanned functionality
And with mobile, skid-mounted, and cart-mounted options, you can take them exactly where the job demands—whether offshore, inside a tank or deep underground.
Work Safer with Atlas Industrial Vacuum
Atlas Industrial Vacuum proudly distributes Solidsvac systems throughout the U.S., offering expert guidance, product demos and cleaning solutions for a wide range of industries. Whether you operate in oil and gas, mining, maritime or chemical processing, we’re here to help you choose the safest and most effective system for your work zone.
No vac truck? No problem.
With Solidsvac systems, you get safety, power and portability—all in one air-powered package.Contact us today to learn more.