175 Gallon Yellow Bellied Sump Sucker | PSI Industrial Vacuum | 1988 | S/N 1228

175-Gallon Purification Systems Inc. "Yellow Bellied Sump Sucker" | 1988 | S/N 1228

The Yellow Bellied Sump Sucker by Purification Systems Inc. is an industrial-strength sump cleaner designed for high-volume coolant removal and filtration. With its massive 175-gallon capacity, this unit is built to handle the cleanout of large CNC machining centers and central sumps in a single operation. The vacuum system quickly pulls coolant, chips, and heavy sludge into the tank, where an internal filtration basket separates solids for easy disposal and allows the filtered fluid to be returned to service or transported for recycling.

Manufactured in 1988 (S/N 1228), this unit features the heavy-duty reinforced steel tank and oversized industrial wheels that made the PSI brand a staple in American metalworking plants. It is a rugged, simple-to-operate machine that bypasses the complexities of modern electronics in favor of pure mechanical durability.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Purification Systems Inc. (PSI)
• Model: Yellow Bellied Sump Sucker
• Serial Number: 1228
• Year of Manufacture: 1988
• Capacity: 175 Gallons
• Suction System: High-Vacuum Electric Motor
• Discharge System: Reversible flow or dedicated discharge pump
• Filtration: Integrated heavy-duty solids separation basket
• Tank Construction: Reinforced Heavy-Gauge Carbon Steel
• Mobility: Industrial rear wheels and front swivel casters for high-load transport

Key Features

• High-Volume Cleaning: Dramatically reduces the time required for machine tool maintenance by sucking out coolant and sludge at rates up to 50 GPM.
• Effective Sludge Management: The large internal basket captures chips and fines at the source, preventing them from settling in the bottom of the main tank.
• Classic Industrial Build: 1980s-era PSI units are known for their massive structural integrity; the tank is built to withstand heavy vacuum pressure without collapsing or "oil-canning."
• Easy Discharge: Features a high-flow discharge system for rapid emptying into waste barrels or reclamation tanks.