VACUWORX RC Series Supporting Critical Water Infrastructure in Angola

The Vacuworx RC 10 is currently deployed on the Quilonga Grande – System V water pipeline project in Angola, one of the most significant infrastructure initiatives in Africa. The project aims to deliver reliable water access to an estimated 5 million residents of Luanda, a city whose population is projected to reach 13.5 million by 2033, and one that has long faced chronic water shortages from insufficient supply systems.

Spanning 68 miles (109 km) of pipeline with diameters ranging from 20 to 64 inches (DN 500 to DN 1600), the project demands heavy-duty, precision lifting capability. RC Series vacuum lifters handle materials from 22,000 to 55,000 lb (10 to 25 tonnes) in conjunction with larger-capacity host carriers, making them well suited for energy and infrastructure projects of this scale. And with speed, crew safety, and coating protection all critical considerations on a project of this magnitude, the RC Series’ wireless remote operation removes the need for hooks, slings, or chains—reducing risk to personnel while helping to preserve delicate pipe coatings during handling.

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