The Solmetex NXT DryVac Tankless Dry Vacuum

Solmetex has been making a name for itself since 1994, striving for innovation and succeeding in unique ways each time. The company has consistently proven itself to be a leader in the field, having won numerous awards for its revolutionary products and services. We’ve written about Solmetex before, their history, timeline of achievements, and what they offer for the dental community. And now, Solmetex products are here at SAS to purchase! Because of that, we’d like to highlight one of the products that showcases their innovation.

In this article, we’ll go over one of their hard-hitters, the NXT DryVac Tankless Dry Vacuum. This unique vacuum system is unlike any other in the market, offering several benefits that set it apart… especially since it’s the first ever tankless dry vacuum system. This affordably powerful unit has a wealth of features that are sure to entice any practice that’s due for an upgrade. Before we get into the details of the DryVac, first let’s answer a question that can help us better understand the product. 

What is a Dental Vacuum System?

A dental vacuum system is a crucial component of any dental practice. It works silently behind the scenes to contribute to the operation in a way that helps both dentist and patient. This system serves multiple purposes, primarily aiding in the evacuation and suction of fluids during dental procedures. As dental treatments often deal with water and saliva, the vacuum system effectively and efficiently removes these fluids from the patient’s mouth. This enhances visibility for the dentist, allowing them to perform procedures with precision and accuracy. Additionally, the vacuum system eliminates the need for patients to frequently rinse and spit during treatments, promoting a more comfortable and efficient dental visit.

Apart from fluid evacuation, a dental vacuum system also plays a pivotal role in maintaining a clean and hygienic environment. The suction capability ensures the removal of potentially harmful aerosols that are released during various dental procedures like saliva droplets, bacteria, and other contaminants. By effectively capturing and filtering these aerosols, the vacuum system helps protect both the dental staff and patients from exposure to airborne pathogens. This not only contributes to infection control but also helps reduce the transmission of infectious diseases, especially in the era of contagious respiratory illnesses. The dental vacuum system serves as a vital infection prevention tool, safeguarding the well-being of everyone in the dental practice.  

The Solmetex NXT DryVac Tankless Dry Vacuum

Solmetex’s other main product is their NXT DryVac Tankless Dry Vacuum. As one of the first tankless dry vacuums, it’s something to behold. The NXT DryVac provides superior operational performance with low acquisition cost and virtually no maintenance. The NXT DryVac also sports an easy to install unit and 100% water-free air/water separation system for added performance. This unit’s wealth of other benefits just further add to the experience. 

Some of the NXT DryVac features include:

• Lightweight Tankless Design — easy installation, especially for offices with limited space.
• Reliable Proven Technology — superior performance, highly efficient vacuum power with low operating costs.
• Affordability — notably lower in cost than competing dry vacuum systems.
• Eco-friendly — requires significantly less water to operate than wet vacuums, resulting in lower water utility bills.
• Maintenance — less exposure to minerals in the water equates to less maintenance and repairs
• Installation — connects to most pre-existing plumbing.
• Quieter — moderate noise level.
• Expandable – Easily connects up to two or three NXT DryVac hybrid devices.
• Complete System is UL Certified
• Annual Maintenance Kit Available

And some of the NXT DryVac’s specifications include:

• Dimensions: 24.4” x 18.9” x 15.7″
• Weight: 65LBS
• Voltage: 208 / 230 – 240 V AC
• Number of Users: 4 – 6 users
• Shipped fully assembled
• Warranty: 5 years on motor and 2 years on parts

You can find this Solmetex NXT DryVac Tankless Dry Vacuum here on our website. 

Accessories

When you have something as incredible as the NXT DryVac, you’ll want to properly maintain it. We stress the importance of maintenance for safety reasons of course, but it also allows you to stretch your investments longevity.  And that includes ensuring that the maintenance is done with the proper tools and products. Thankfully, Solmetex offers proprietary materials that we carry for your DryVac maintenance needs. To maintain your DryVac, we’ve got the Solmetex DryVac Maitenance Kit and PowerScrub Vacuum Line Cleaner. 

DryVac Maintenance Kit

With the Solmetex DryVac Maintenance Kit, you’ll have all of the necessary parts to maintain your NXT DryVac to manufacturer’s specifications. This kit covers your yearly periodic maintenance with the following replacement parts:

• One (1) 1.25 Gallon Amalgam Bucket
• One (1) Inlet Filter Replacement
• One (1) Water Outlet Hose Replacement
• One (1) Water Collector Replacement
• One (1) Water Outlet Connection (one way valve)
• Five (5) Noise Reduction Foam Disks

All old vacuum pieces must be recycled in the Amalgam Bucket.

You can find this Solmetex DryVac Maintenance Kit here on our website. 

PowerScrub Vacuum Line Cleaner

The parts kit isn’t all there is to maintain your unit, you’ll also need a solution to cleaning the vacuum lines. And with Solmetex PowerScrub Vacuum Line Cleaner, you can do just that. This vacuum line cleaner is proprietary to Solmetex, to ensure the best possible quality when cleaning and maintaining your DryVac unit. This solution is the only vacuum line cleaner that contains MEREDUCE™, scientifically proven to inhibit the release of any harmful mercury. 

PowerScrub features include:

• Use PowerScrub and extend the warranty of your current NXT Hg5 Amalgam Separator from 2 to 5 years
• SmartScrub Technology — Continuous cleaning action, erodes vacuum line debris on contact
• Microbial formulation optimizes collection container capacity
• Releases microbial cleaning enzymes at any water temperature
• Meets all EPA “Dental Rule” requirements — Neutral pH > 6 and < 8
• Compatible with both dry and wet ring vacuums
• Compatible with all amalgam separators

And you can find this PowerScrub Vacuum Line Cleaner here on our website. 

Final Thoughts

Solmetex is a highly regarded medical tech brand renowned for its commitment to innovation and excellence in the dental industry. And their NXT DryVac Tankless Dry Vacuum, stands out as a unique and game-changing solution. With its cutting-edge technology, the NXT DryVac Tankless Dry Vacuum enhances visibility for dentists, promotes patient comfort, and significantly contributes to infection control measures. And with the materials Solmetex provides it is not a difficult task to maintain your DryVac to spec. When properly taken care of, this mechanical marvel can last you a long while, bringing a much needed upgrade to dental practices nationwide.

If you have any questions about this or anything else, please give us a call at 704-966-1650, option 3 for free tech support. Or you can always find us using the links below.

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You can also use our “FREE MAINTENANCE PROGRAM”. Take the guesswork and worrying about what unit is due for maintenance and which maintenance cycle it is time for. We will keep track of all your autoclaves and let you know when it’s time for anything.

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