Load sensing lifting bail with safety lock-out

Pendant controls are only active when the lifter is lowered completely and there is no load on the bail. This eliminates the risk of accidental release of a suspended load by the operator. (Feature not present on the VPE3-GEN3-RD Series, which is a standalone version, or the VPE3-GEN3-T Series, which is a tilter version.)

Vacuum control

A solid-state Vacuum Control combines all the required vacuum generator controls in one rugged unit. This controls all vacuum pump functions, safety lights, and is fitted with a standard audible vacuum leakage warning system.

Audible vacuum leakage warning system

Integrated electronically controlled vacuum leakage sensor monitors vacuum level and will sound an alarm if a slow vacuum leak is present and the vacuum level drops to a predetermined set point.

Vacuum retention

The system includes an internal check valve to stop leakage of vacuum in the event of a power failure (non-porous loads). A 5.4 gallon (1247 cu. in.) vacuum reservoir assists in maintaining a safe vacuum level during a power failure (non-porous loads).

Front control panel and gauges

All gauges, lights, and power switches are mounted on the front of the control panel. The two vacuum gauges on the face of the panel display the level of vacuum in the manifold and in the reservoir.

Indicator lights – front, left & right side

Green light indicates “safe” vacuum level. Red light indicates “unsafe” vacuum level. White light indicates “power on.”

Ergonomic control handlebar

Easy to grasp, large loop handlebar enables the operator to easily and safely maneuver the attached load without touching the load itself. Handlebar can be adjusted for smaller size loads.

4 ft (1.2 m) power cord with twistlock plug and receptacle

The twist-lock receptacle prevents accidental disconnection from the power source. Both male and female halves are supplied.

Front & rear panel cover

The front and rear covers pivot open for easy access to all components.

Air filter

Over-sized air filter provided inside of front cover features a screw-on clear filter bowl for easy filter inspection and cleaning.

(2) High performance oil-less dry piston vacuum pumps

All vacuum pumps have thermal overload protection and require 115V/1PH/60Hz* 20 amps service unless otherwise specified. Operating temperature for each pump: 35°F to 135°F (1.7°C to 57.2°C).

Optional moisture traps (WT-VP3-[Series])

For damp applications: prevents saturation of filter and possible damage to pump. Not for handling wet loads. Mounts on vacuum manifold.

Electric self-cycling attach/release

Instant attach/release is provided via the hoist up and down movement. The attach and release alternate each lift cycle for fast, efficient handling. Similar to our line of mechanical generators.

• No pendant or radio controls required for attach/release
• Extremely safe – load cannot be released until it is set down on a surface
• Simple to operate

Radio controlled 3 button attach / release / interlock transmitter with plug-in receiver

Hand held device with attach, release and safety interlock push buttons with holster mounted on front handlebar. Plug-in receiver is mounted on side of vacuum generator. Contact factory for more information.

• Radio control transmitter and mounting holster
• Radio control receiver and mounting bracket

Plug-in attach / release / interlock control pendant

Attach/release momentary switch and safety interlock push-button located on control pendant with 10 ft long coiled cord.

• Pendant control and mounting holster
• Plug-in, replaceable coil cord, 10 ft long

Plug-in harness, customer radio receiver interface

Control harness allows you to wire your own radio receiver for integration of attach / release / interlock.

• Cord, 3 ft long