formula vfp

Overview

The formula vfp is a modular dust extraction system engineered for professional woodworking environments requiring compliance with stringent air quality regulations (≤0.1 mg/m³ emissions). Available in five models, the system scales from compact workshop configurations to large-scale industrial operations, with nominal airflow capacities ranging from 2262 to 7127 m³/h and maximum performance reaching 10000 m³/h. This flexibility allows users to match extraction power directly to their production equipment and facility size without over-specifying or under-sizing. The formula vfp lineup employs dual filtration technologies optimized by model: smaller units (models 1-3) utilize sleeve filters with surface areas from 13.8 to 30 m², while larger models (4-5) employ high-efficiency cartridge filters delivering 73 m² of filter surface. Static pressures remain stable between 2451–3347 Pa across the range, ensuring consistent performance even when connected to multiple woodworking machines simultaneously. Motor specifications span 3 kW (4 Hp) for entry-level configurations to 15 kW (20 Hp) for maximum throughput, with exhaust outlets from 200 mm to 350 mm diameter accommodating varied ducting requirements. Chip collection capacity scales proportionally with airflow: models 1-2 feature dual 165-litre collection bins (330L total), while models 3-5 provide triple bins (495L total), reducing disposal frequency in high-volume production. This system is purpose-built for shops processing solid wood across sawing, sanding, planing, and machining operations where consistent dust control directly impacts worker safety, equipment longevity, and product quality. Within the mid-range segment, formula vfp competes on modularity and filter technology rather than entry-level pricing—the cartridge-filter models (4-5) deliver industrial-grade efficiency without the cost premium of premium-tier extractors, making them cost-effective for medium-sized production shops and custom millwork facilities experiencing steady throughput.

Applications

compact workshop job shop

Small workshop

Small job shops and artisan woodworking studios with 3–5 machines (planer, oscillating sander, table saw) use formula vfp model 1 or 2 (2262–3534 m³/h nominal) as a cost-effective primary extractor. The 200–250 mm outlet diameter and 3–7.5 kW motor provide adequate performance for typical production volumes (10–30 pieces/week) without excess energy consumption.

custom millwork production

Medium workshop

Medium-sized millwork shops producing door frames, window components, and architectural trim require continuous multi-machine extraction. formula vfp models 3-4 (5089–6927 m³/h nominal) connect efficiently to planers, sanders, and shapers simultaneously, maintaining sub-0.1 mg/m³ dust levels during production runs of 100–500 units per week. The 3×165L collection bins reduce changeovers during an 8-hour shift.

furniture component manufacturing

Medium workshop

Furniture makers and component suppliers processing solid hardwoods (oak, walnut, maple) benefit from formula vfp's cartridge-filter models (4–5), which handle the fine dust and higher volumes generated by repeated edge-sanding, mortising, and tenoning operations. With maximum airflows of 8500–10000 m³/h, these configurations support 10–20 connected machines in parallel batch operations.

panel and flooring production

Industrial

High-volume panel processing and engineered flooring operations deploy formula vfp model 5 (15 kW motor, 10000 m³/h max airflow) as a primary extraction hub. Large filter surface area (73 m²) and robust 350 mm exhaust outlet manage the sustained dust loads from ripsaw, moulder, and wide-belt sander stations processing 50+ m³/day of solid stock.

Specifications

Performance

Nominal air flow @ 20 m/s2262 (1331 CFM) | 3534 (2080 CFM) | 5089 (2995 CFM) | 6927 (4077 CFM) | 7127 (4195 CFM) m³/h

Static pressure2563 | 2451 | 2587 | 2543 | 3347 Pa

Max. air flow @ 20 m/s3000 (1770 CFM) | 4900 (2884 CFM) | 6000 (3531 CFM) | 8500 (5000 CFM) | 10000 (5886 CFM) m³/h

Dimensions

Exhaust outlet diameter200 | 250 | 300 | 350 | 350 mm

Dimensions (width x depth x height)2296 x 830 x 2050 | 2351 x 1058 x 2361 | 2296 x 830 x 2050 | 2296 x 830 x 2050 | 2296 x 830 x 2050 mm

Filter

Filter typesleeves | sleeves | sleeves | cartridge | cartridge

Filter surface area13.8 | 22.4 | 30 | 73 | 73 m²

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