Motor Sport Extraction
Motor Sport Extraction: Types of Systems
Spring Recoiled Hose Reels - SER
In this arrangement the extraction hose is manually wound onto a drum located above the work area. An internal leaf type spring and ratchet locking mechanism allows the hose to be dispensed for connection to the vehicle exhaust tailpipe. When not in use the hose rewinds onto the drum and stores off the floor thus reducing trip hazards. All AES reels are fabricated from mild steel and have NO plastic parts. This is important in a drive off coupled up situation. Drum sizes available are 450mm, 650mm, 850mm & 1050mm Wide. Exhaust hose size connections include 75mm, 100mm, 125mm, 150mm and the NEW exclusive 200mm double spring model capable of lifting 12.5metres of 200mm hose and nozzle.
Motorised Hose Reels - MER - MHR
In this arrangement the extraction hose is electrically wound onto a drum by means of a radio controlled or pendant controlled reciever. An internal motor allows the hose to be dispensed for connection to the vehicle exhaust tailpipe. When not in use the hose rewinds onto the drum and stores off the floor thus reducing trip hazards. All AES reels are fabricated from mild steel and have NO plastic parts. This is important in a drive off coupled up situation. Drum sizes available are 450mm, 650mm, 850mm & 1050mm Wide. Exhaust hose size connections include 75mm, 100mm, 125mm, 150mm and the NEW exclusive 200mm double spring model capable of lifting 12.5metres of 200mm hose and nozzle.
Spring Balancer
In this arrangement the exhaust hose connects directly to the extraction header duct located at high level. The weight of the hose is supported by a spring counter balancer allowing the hose to be moved easily for connection to the vehicle exhaust. When not in use the hose is stored at high level. to eliminate the risk of accidents due to trailing hoses.
Semi Flexible
In this design a length of duct is flexibly mounted to the main header duct. An exhaust hose is then connected to the vertical duct section which incorporates a J hook for storage of the exhaust hose when not in use. This arrangement is normally used in open workspaces where the flexible connection allows the duct to be moved for vehicle access as required.
Fixed Point
Similar in design to the semi flexible, this arrangement dispenses with the flexible connection to the header duct and requires permanent attachment to a wall or fixed support. As with the semi flexible the design incorporates a J hook for exhaust hose storage when not in use. Ideal for an MOT type application as in the installation image
Sliding Rail
Sliding Rail systems are normally used in long bays where traditional single points are not functional and extraction is required without having to connect and disconnect in different areas. A trolley slides within two rubber lips allowing suction along the total length of the bay. Special Automatic disconnect systems are available for domestic, military, fire command, ambulance and airport fire stations. See Emergency Section for those applications.
Under Floor Systems - Hose Stowage
These systems are usually installed in new buildings as extensive building works are required to run plastic underground pipe below the concrete slab to leave exposed floor plates to the rear of the vehicle. A builder is required to carry out the required building works. The hose is stowed within the floor duct and is pulled out through the floor plate and used and returned there when not required. All systems incorporate an extraction fan piped to atmosphere through the building fabric.
Under Floor Systems - Plug In
These systems are usually installed in new buildings as extensive building works are required to run plastic underground pipe below the concrete slab to leave exposed floor plates to the rear of the vehicle. A builder is required to carry out the required building works. The Plug In Hose set is stowed on the workshop wall and is plugged into the floor plate and returned there when not required. All systems incorporate an extraction fan piped to atmosphere through the building fabric.
Self Supporting Arms
These systems are usually fitted on small agricultural plant type vehicles where exhausts are awkwardly positioned or concealed grilles such as ride on lawn mowers. The self-supporting arm usually incorporates a higher temperature starter hose and can be positioned in the vicinity of any exhaust rather than trying to positively connect which can be difficult.
Articulated Arms
These heavy Duty Units are available in 4.5m, 6m & 8m long models and allow articulation up to 16m in an arc and are typically used in plant, agricultural & military applications. Spring balancers can be fitted to keep the hoses from clogging up the floor area. Ideal for high headroom buildings and buildings with crane tracks where traditional systems cannot operate.
Mobile Fume Extractor
This portable free standing fume extractor is fitted with a 240v extraction fan providing an economical extraction solution across a wide range of vehicle types. This unit is ideal for single bay MOT stations where a fitted system may not be economically or physically practical. Ideally suited to twin or awkwardly positioned exhausts. This free standing nozzle stand is also available without the extraction fan to suit all standard systems as an MOT testing stand on its own. This unit comes complete with 10-metres of cable flex. Extended outlet hoses and larger commercial versions are available on request.