For the many vacuum furnaces in use around the world, the vacuum pumping system is a critical component. To get the best value from the vacuum furnace system and to extend its useful life, regular and careful maintenance of the various vacuum pumps is of utmost importance.
Here is a great video presented by Bill Jones from Solar Manufacturing made in conjunction with the ASM. Although it was made in 2014, the topic and material is timeless, and the presenter is one of the most knowledgeable people in the vacuum heat treating world.
