Holddown/Floatation Systems

Recognized for its ability to produce the flattest and bestperforming vacuum tables on the market for more than 35 years, Graphic Parts International Inc., through its www.vacuumtables. com division, is emerging as a primary source for any manufacturer with specialized holddown or floatation needs. The company concentrates on building customized airflow systems, and the proprietary fabrication process used to produce the Stay-Flat™ Vacuum Table results in a nonwarping, non-oxidizing flatbed that outperforms its rivals.

Available with cutouts, inserts, disappearing registration guides, lift pins and more, the company’s vacuum tables are easily customized to suit almost any need. A variety of sizes up to 10’ x 25’, configurations and surfaces including anodized aluminum and stainless steel are among the many options available. For non-conductive and sensitive material applications, phenolic tabletops are also available.

Their design has a superior strength-to-weight ratio and the flattest tables in the industry. For added durability, all vacuum tables come standard with extra-thick top and bottom plates. Brushless, maintenance-free vacuum motors which are ultra-quiet and emit no sparks, providing a safe and low-noise means of powering the system, are also available. Blowback devices enable gentle but precise removal of components or substrates, using the exact amount of flotation required for successful material handling as well.

All tables are made to order and designed to exact customer specifications. Stay-Flat™ Vacuum Tables are manufactured using only the highest-grade aluminum at the company’s main production facility in Chicago.

For more information, contact Cristopher Jones, Graphic Parts International, 4321 N. Knox Avenue, Chicago, IL 60641, 773-725-4900, E-mail sales@vacuumtables.com, Web: www.vacuumtables.com.