Product Description
Without air,
vacuum, and water systems, a practice simply cannot
operate, which is why utilities are an area
where few will compromise on quality, reliability,
and service.
One of these essential utilities is the vacuum system,
which evacuates liquids in the oral cavity and
keeps the operating field clear and controls infectious
spray during clinical procedures. However,
vacuums require maintenance and waste management
programs that can easily detract from the
smooth and reliable operation of a practice. There
are vacuum systems available that not only provide
reliable operation and high performance, but also
function without the use of oil. The VacStar and
STS vacuum systems from Air Techniques offer oilfree
operation and reliable performance backed by
40 years of service.
Eliminating Oil—VacStar
With typically limited space in utility areas, it is
important that equipment remains clean and operational.
Vacuum systems that use oil as a sealing
fluid must be regularly checked and maintained,
require waste management procedures, and can
leak or release oil spray, jeopardizing equipment.
Recognizing both the risks and the hassles associated
with oil-based vacuum systems, Air Techniques
introduced the VacStar vacuum system in 1986 to
eliminate the use of oil.
Providing consistently accurate levels of vigorous
suction in the operatory while maintaining
patient comfort and safety, the VacStar vacuum
uses water to create the seal between the spinning
impeller and the pump housing to ensure reliable
operation. With 4 models, the VacStar vacuum system
provides suitable suction to meet the needs of
both general dentists and oral surgeons.
Even the use of water can add maintenance and
cost to the operation of a vacuum system. As a
result, Air Techniques introduced the Hydromiser,
which recycles most of the water needed by the system
and reduces water consumption by up to 75%.
The patented Hydromiser is available for all
VacStar models and requires no additional electricity
to operate.
Environmentally Friendly—STS
Though the current standard for
vacuum systems is still the wet ring
pump, Air Techniques identified additional
opportunity for cost reductions
for the dental practice while also seeking
to provide a more ecologically
sound alternative. STS, the only dry
vacuum system on the market, was
introduced in 2001. It’s not only oilfree
but also water-free, further reducing
cost, maintenance, and consumption
of natural resources.
The environmentally friendly design
of the STS system includes a patent
pending heat exchanger that lowers the
exhaust temperature by over 50° F. This
reduces stress on equipment and systems
and is conducive to the use of
more economical PVC exhaust piping,
which is significantly less expensive
than the copper required for higher
heat generating systems.
Reliable Equipment Maintenance—
Vacuum Equalizer and CleanStream
All vacuum systems have to perform
clinically, but reliable vacuum systems
that provide economies, efficiencies,
and quality bring true value to the dental
practice. Both the VacStar and STS
vacuum systems are designed and manufactured
with quality components,
including oversized bearings and a precisely
engineered naval bronze impeller.
The tight control on both the design and
manufacture of these systems forms the
basis for their longevity and quality.
As a company, Air Techniques has
taken the basic vacuum and transformed
it into an efficient, high-performance
piece of instrumentation that
minimizes both required maintenance
and ecological impact. With a consistent
focus on matching the needs of the
dental practice to the utility system, the
Vacuum Equalizer was designed to
match the system capacity to the system
demand when multiple vacuum pumps
are in use. An electronic microprocessor
in the Vacuum Equalizer monitors
demand on the vacuum system and will
switch pumps on or off as needed to
sustain proper levels of suction across
multiple users, maintain efficiency, and
minimize system wear and tear.
To support its oil-free vacuum systems,
Air Techniques trains and certifies
technicians who are supported by
authorized dealers located in every state.
When major service calls are not necessary
and to help the dental practice maintain
the life of these vacuum systems, Air
Techniques offers the CleanStream
Evacuation System Cleaner. This noncorrosive,
environmentally-friendly evacuation
system cleaner removes debris and
prevents it from building up in the evacuation
lines. In fact, it is the only cleaner
that is completely biodegradable. A
CleanStream dispenser can be used to
more reliably deploy cleansing mist
throughout the tubing as 99% air, reducing
stress on the vacuum pump.
Meeting the Needs of Your Practice
Whether the need is for the trusted
technology of a water ring pump or the
high performance and ecologically
sound water-free vacuum system, the
VacStar and STS vacuum systems provide
reliable, cost-effective performance
for single dentist practices as well as for
demanding group practices. With available
units sized to the practice and technology
designed to balance system
demand to maintain performance and
longevity, Air Techniques offers scalable
solutions to meet the unique needs
of individual practices.
—Monica Roy-Smith
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