ALMCO

ALMCO Vibratory Finishing Tubs

Straight-tub vibratory finishing that deburrs and polishes everything from wing spars to small stampings

Models: VB-1615 to VB-2048
Working Capacity: 2.3 to 11.3 cu ft
Tub Length: 16.5 to 48 in
Drive: 3 to 7.5 HP

VB Series

The Value Base tub is the most cost-effective vibratory tub ALMCO builds. A lower price point with fewer options and simpler controls still delivers the aggressive vibratory action that finishes parts to spec. Loading and unloading are manual. A straight tub for shops that want proven results without the extras.

Range

Models: VB-1615 to VB-2048
Working Capacity: 2.3 to 11.3 cu ft
Tub Length: 16.5 to 48 in
Drive: 3 to 7.5 HP

Model Lineup

VB-1615: 2.3 cu ft, 16.5 x 16.5 in tub, 3 HP, 46 x 34 x 40 in
VB-1631: 4.7 cu ft, 16.5 x 30.5 in tub, 5 HP, 53 x 35 x 38 in
VB-2034: 7.6 cu ft, 19.3 x 34 in tub, 7.5 HP, 63 x 42 x 51 in
VB-2048: 11.3 cu ft, 19 x 48 in tub, 7.5 HP, 75 x 46 x 52 in

Build

Operation: Wet or dry
Lining: 1 in thick polyurethane
Amplitude: Variable
Sound: Hood with sound-deadening foam
Controls: Process timer, E-stop

V Series

The heavy-duty tub with the options to match exactly what you need, including full automation that removes manual handling. Uniquely flexible, the V Series finishes anything from massive aircraft wing spars to thousands of small stampings in a single batch, with exceptionally fine results.

Range

Models: V-1631 to V-4460
Working Capacity: 4.7 to 49 cu ft
Tub Length: 31 to 155 in
Drive: 5 to 40 HP

Model Lineup

V-1631: 4.7 cu ft, 16 x 31 in tub, 5 HP, 68 x 40 x 49 in
V-1934: 6.5 cu ft, 19 x 34 in tub, 7.5 HP, 76 x 44 x 48 in
V-1661: 8.25 cu ft, 16 x 61 in tub, 10 HP, 110 x 39 x 44 in
V-1696: 13 cu ft, 16 x 96 in tub, 15 HP, 146 x 40 x 50 in
V-16155: 20 cu ft, 16 x 155 in tub, 20 HP, 204 x 40 x 52 in
V-2345: 13 cu ft, 23 x 45 in tub, 15 HP, 100 x 48 x 69 in
V-2872: 25 cu ft, 28 x 72 in tub, 25 HP, 140 x 55 x 70 in
V-3347: 21 cu ft, 33 x 47 in tub, 25 HP, 94 x 58 x 75 in
V-4460: 49 cu ft, 44 x 60 in tub, 40 HP, 145 x 88 x 88 in

Build

Operation: Wet or dry
Lining: 1 in thick polyurethane
Amplitude: Variable
Steel Media: Compatible on some models
Automation: Optional automated loading and unloading

Continuous Through-Feed

Built for high production volume. Integrated with an oscillating parts-media separator and a media return conveyor, the through-feed tub takes parts fed continuously, processes them, and discharges parts and media onto a screener that returns the media to the load end. Parts process without stopping.

Range

Models: V-1472TF to V-19229TF
Working Capacity: 6.5 to 43.5 cu ft
Tub Length: 72 to 229 in
Drive: TODO: verify

Model Lineup

V-1472TF: 6.5 cu ft, 14 x 72 in tub, 176 x 58 x 78 in
V-14156TF: 17.5 cu ft, 14 x 156 in tub, 310 x 74 x 120 in
V-1696TF: 13 cu ft, 16 x 96 in tub, 270 x 60 x 118 in
V-16155TF: 20 cu ft, 16 x 155 in tub, 314 x 73 x 129 in
V-19114TF: 22 cu ft, 19 x 114 in tub, 272 x 70 x 120 in
V-19229TF: 43.5 cu ft, 19 x 229 in tub, 500 x 99 x 161 in

Build & System

Operation: Wet or dry
Lining: Heavy-duty polyurethane
Steel Media: Compatible
Separation: Oscillating screener with media return conveyor

Features

Built In

Counterweights on the vibrator shaft drive the spring-mounted tub, rolling parts and media through the mass so every surface is worked at once.
Variable amplitude and speed let you tune the rolling action from gentle polish to aggressive deburr.
A 1 inch polyurethane lining stands up to long production runs, and some models run steel media.
Scale from a manual Value Base tub up to a fully automated, continuous through-feed line with screener and media return.

Applications

Where It Works

Deburring and polishing flat and formed parts
Large parts like aircraft wing spars
High-volume small stampings
Continuous through-feed production

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