VRS Series

Vacuum Reclaim Systems

Multi-station vacuum recovery systems for removing residual liquids, sludge, plastic flakes, and loose contamination from 55-gallon drums before shredding, washing, and regrind processing.

Vacuum Drums First

Cleaner drums before they reach the shredder.

The VRS Series Vacuum Reclaim System is designed for drum recycling and reconditioning operations that need to remove leftover product, wash residue, sludge, liquid heel, loose plastic debris, and other contaminants before size reduction.

By reclaiming residual material upstream, the VRS Series helps protect shredders, washers, pumps, conveyors, and downstream recovery equipment from unnecessary contamination and maintenance.

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VRS Series six station 55 gallon drum vacuum reclaim system
Residual liquid removal
Sludge and solids recovery
HEPA filtered exhaust
Stainless recovery tank
System Features

Centralized wet/dry vacuum recovery for drum processing lines.

The VRS Series combines operator vacuum stations, overhead suction framework, vacuum drops, recovery piping, a stainless steel separation tank, and an industrial wet/dry vacuum package into a clean, organized system that fits upstream of shredding and washing.

Multiple Operator StationsConfigurable station counts for drum cleanout, reclaim, staging, and production flow.
Overhead Suction FrameworkStainless overhead piping keeps hoses organized and working areas clear.
Vacuum Drops & LancesOperators use vacuum lances to evacuate drum bottoms before processing.
Stainless Recovery TankSeparates and captures liquid and solid residue before final filtration.
Industrial Wet/Dry Vacuum PackageEngineered for demanding residue recovery, high airflow, and production use.
HEPA Filter ExhaustFinal exhaust filtration supports a cleaner work area and controlled discharge.
Why Vacuum Recovery Matters

Remove. Recover. Protect.

Remove ResidualsEvacuate liquid heel, sludge, plastic flakes, labels, sediment, and loose debris before shredding.
Recover MaterialCapture usable or disposable residual material in a controlled recovery tank.
Protect EquipmentReduce contamination entering shredders, washers, pumps, screens, and downstream components.
Improve SafetyMinimize manual handling, open dumping, spills, and operator exposure to unknown residue.
Process Flow

Designed to sit before the shredder.

The VRS Series is the front-end reclaim step before drum shredding, washing, drying, and regrind recovery.

01
Stage DrumPlace 55-gallon drums at the operator station.
02
Vacuum ResidueInsert the vacuum lance and remove liquids, sludge, and loose solids.
03
Recover MaterialResidue is transferred through the overhead framework to the recovery tank.
04
Filter ExhaustAir passes through final filtration before discharge.
05
Send to ShredderCleaner drums move into DS Series shredding or a complete PDR line.
Six station drum vacuum recovery system
Built for Drum Recycling Operations

A cleaner front end for a more reliable recovery line.

The VRS Series helps improve process control before drums enter the shredder. Cleaner incoming drums can reduce wash load, limit cross-contamination, improve material quality, and support better overall recycling efficiency.

  • Ideal for 55-gallon plastic drum reclaim operations
  • Supports drum reconditioning and container processing
  • Integrates ahead of DS Series shredders
  • Can be configured as a standalone system or part of a complete PDR Series line
Engineered Systems. Built to Perform.

Vacuum recovery designed around your process.

Blackburn Design Group develops practical industrial systems for material handling, recycling, drum reclamation, and process integration.

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