Vortex is the Parts Washer of choice for wind turbine gear box cleaning, and other heavily soiled industrial applications. From aircraft wheels and automotive engine blocks to wind-turbine gearboxes and heavy equipment, you can find our washers at work day-in and day-out, making a difference in efficiency, reduced labor, and with immaculate results.
Our Technology
Design & Safety Features
- Constructed of Heavy 7 gauge mild steel
- 3-D Oscillating Manifold System
- Midlevel removable spray bar
- Rotating Turntable Gear Driven, Breaker Protected
- Clamshell Style V-Notched Door for Safety
- Slope Floor to Drain
- Debris Containment System
- Turntable Jog
- Door Safety Interlock
- Wash Cycle Timer with Automatic Reset
- Emergency Stop Button
- Auto water fill and Low water Shut Off protection (protects pumps and heat system)
- 2 Channel, 24 hour 7 day programmable timer
- Adjustable Temperature Control
- Rear Mounted Wash Pump Strainers
- 208, 230, 460 volt – 60 Hz 3 phase with 120V controls
- Solvent Free Operation, EPA – Eco-friendly
Technical Specifications
| Work Area Dimensions | Standard | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Turntable Diameter | 120” | 3,048 mm |
| Work Height | 92” | 2,133 mm |
| Table Load Capacity | 20,000 lb. | 9,071 kg |
| Heavy Duty Capacity | 65,000 lb. | 29,483 kg |
| Unit Dimensions: | Standard | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Width | 138” | 3,505 mm |
| Height | 141” | 3,581 mm |
| Depth | 150” | 3,810 mm |
| Reservoir/Tank | 2,200 gal | 8,327 kg |
| Heating System | ||
|---|---|---|
| Heating Element Size | 108 kW | 108 kW |
| Operating Temperature | 140 – 190 F | 60 – 87 C |
| Initial Heat-Up Time | 45 – 90 min | 45 – 90 min |
| Gas / Propane | 2,,000,000 BTU/hr |
| Pump System & Performance | Dual 40 HPStandard | Dual 40 HPMetric |
|---|---|---|
| Total System Flow | 502 gpm | 1,900 l/min |
| System Pressure | 152 psi | 10 bar |
| 3-D Oscillation Manifold or Multiplex Oscillating Spray Manifold | |
|---|---|
| Type of Nozzle | V-Jet |
| Nozzle Material | Stainless Steel |
| Nozzle Spray Pattern | 40 degrees |
| Electrical | |
|---|---|
| Wiring Standard | UL 73 / NFPA 79 |
| Motor Starters | Across the line |
| Short Circuit Protection | Standard |
| Overload Protection | Standard |
| Motor Type | TEFC (Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled) |
| Motor Rating | Continuous Duty |
| Motor Enclosures | NEMA 12 |
| Electrical Enclosures | NEMA 12 |
| Wiring Conduit | Both Flexible nonmetallic and metallic |
| Conduit Type | Liquid tight NEMA 12 |
Additional Vortex Options
- Standard 7 gauge and optional 1/4 “ construction
- Stainless Steel Construction (cabinet, plumbing, or combined)
- Multiplex Oscillating Manifold
- Pump Upgrades & Configurations (multiple options)
- PLC Controls
- Stainless Steel Oil Skimmer
- Service Disconnects
- Timers
- Digital Thermostat
- Thermal Insulation Package
- Rinse Cycle Configurations (multiple options)
- Steam Exhaust Systems
- Gas Heat Burner Systems
- Steam Heat System
- Part Dry Blow-Off Systems
- Center Manifold (Oscillating)
- Chemical Siphoning Injection System
- Digital pH Display
- Fixtures and Baskets
- Filtration Systems
- Marine Door Clean-out Hatch
- Coalescing Oil Removal System
- Reservoir Sludge Scrape-Out System
- Vortex Hydro Blast Spray Wand
- 575 Volt – 60Hz 3 Phase
- 50Hz International Electrical Requirements
