ZBK Roots Vacuum Pump is a highly efficient vacuum-generating device designed for rough vacuum applications. Compared with conventional water-ring vacuum pumps, this equipment offers significant advantages, including higher operating efficiency, lower power consumption, compact dimensions, and lightweight construction. Under similar working conditions, its electricity consumption is only about 50% of that of a traditional water-ring vacuum pump, making it an ideal choice for industries seeking energy-efficient and cost-effective vacuum solutions. It is widely used in papermaking, food processing, chemical manufacturing, textile production, sugar refining, cigarette manufacturing, and many other industrial sectors. The pump is capable of handling dry air, humid air, and gas-liquid mixtures, but the conveyed medium should not contain granular solid particles or abrasive substances to ensure long-term stable operation.
Applications in Different Industries
Paper Manufacturing Industry
Vacuum technology plays a critical role in modern paper production, especially in dewatering, sheet forming, and moisture removal processes. High pumping efficiency helps remove water from paper pulp more quickly, reducing drying time and improving production efficiency. Stable vacuum performance also contributes to better paper quality and lower overall energy consumption.
Food Processing Industry
In the food industry, vacuum systems are widely used for vacuum packaging, drying, cooling, concentration, and preservation. Removing air from food packages helps reduce oxidation and bacterial growth, thereby extending product shelf life. Vacuum drying enables moisture removal at lower temperatures, preserving the original flavor, color, nutrients, and texture of food products.
Chemical Industry
Chemical production frequently requires reliable vacuum systems for processes such as vacuum distillation, solvent recovery, filtration, crystallization, evaporation, and drying. Stable vacuum conditions improve production efficiency while protecting heat-sensitive materials from thermal degradation. Efficient solvent recovery also helps reduce production costs and environmental emissions.
Textile and Clothing Industry
Vacuum equipment is widely applied in textile manufacturing for moisture extraction, vacuum drying, fabric treatment, and finishing processes. Efficient drying shortens production cycles, lowers energy consumption, and improves the consistency of textile products. The compact design also makes the equipment easy to integrate into automated production lines.
Sugar Industry
In sugar manufacturing, vacuum technology is essential during evaporation, juice concentration, crystallization, and refining. Operating under vacuum allows sugar solutions to boil at lower temperatures, improving crystal quality while minimizing thermal damage. Higher evaporation efficiency also contributes to reduced steam consumption and lower operating costs.
Cigarette Manufacturing Industry
Vacuum systems are commonly used in tobacco conveying, feeding systems, moisture control, and packaging operations. Stable vacuum pressure ensures smooth material transportation, minimizes product waste, and supports continuous high-speed production with consistent product quality.
Key Advantages
High Energy Efficiency
One of the most significant advantages is its outstanding energy-saving performance. Compared with conventional water-ring vacuum pumps, power consumption can be reduced by approximately 50%, helping manufacturers lower long-term operating costs.
Compact and Lightweight Design
The equipment features a compact structure and lightweight construction, requiring less installation space while simplifying transportation, installation, and maintenance.
Reliable Performance
The twin-lobe rotor design ensures smooth, continuous operation with low vibration and low noise. Since the rotors do not contact each other during operation, mechanical wear is minimized, resulting in a longer service life and reduced maintenance requirements.
Wide Medium Compatibility
The equipment is suitable for pumping dry air, wet air, and gas-water mixtures across a wide range of industrial applications. However, the working medium should remain free of solid particles or abrasive materials to maintain stable performance and protect internal components.
Conclusion
With its high efficiency, low energy consumption, compact structure, and reliable operation, this vacuum equipment has become an ideal solution for numerous industrial applications. Its outstanding performance in papermaking, food processing, chemical manufacturing, textile production, sugar refining, and cigarette manufacturing enables manufacturers to improve production efficiency, reduce operating costs, and support sustainable industrial development.
ZBK Roots Vacuum Pump Performance data
DATA | MODEL | ||||
Item | Unit | ZBK13 | ZBK15A | ZBK16 | ZBK17 |
Max. flow capacity | m3/min | 6 | 10 | 15 | 30 |
Speed | r/min | 400 | 450 | 400 | 400 |
Working vacuum | Pa | 53.3×103(less 400mmHg) | |||
Limit vacuum | Pa | 90.66×103(above 680mmHg) | |||
Dia. Of in and out | mm | 125 | 150 | 200 | 250 |
Motor | Y160M-6 7.5KW | Y160L-4 15KW | Y200L2-6 22KW | Y280S-6 45KW | |
Weight | kg | 450 | 890 | 900 | 2100 |
Size | mm | 894×580×832 | 1014×580×902 | 1040×755×1077 | 1480×875×1300 |



