Due to their geometry, pipes place special demands on parts cleaning. When stubborn contamination, strict cleanliness requirements and time pressure are added to the mix, users need the right system technology.
The cleaning specialist Vapic from Neubulach in the Black Forest has been able to expand its portfolio in recent years through acquisitions and will be presenting itself at the Tube trade fair. In 2025 and 2026, Vapic acquired the insolvent companies Bous and Sporer PCS as part of asset deals. This not only expanded the product portfolio, but also integrated new expertise into the company.
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Takeovers bring new expertise
With the Bous brand in particular, Vapic was able to expand its range to include aqueous, compact cleaning machines as a result of the takeover. In this way, the Black Forest-based system manufacturer was able to expand its range of applications, particularly in the field of pipe and hose cleaning.
Based on this broad portfolio, Vapic advises its customers and develops individual concepts for their requirements in industrial parts cleaning. The range includes both aqueous cleaning systems and solvent-based systems as well as cleaning media specially developed by Vapic. In addition, Vapic offers a contract cleaning service that customers in Baden-Württemberg and, more recently, in North Rhine-Westphalia and south-east Germany can use. The cleaning spectrum of this service7 is broad and ranges from quick degreasing and drying to ultra-fine cleaning of components with a particulate requirement of less than 50 µm.
For around 15 years, Bewo CS has relied on Bous technology for cleaning pipes, which is now being continued under Vapic. The Dutch machine manufacturer is a renowned company on the market that specializes in automatic sawing systems. The systems not only cut steel tubes with different diameters and wall thicknesses, but can also deburr, chamfer, measure, wash and pack them. This integration of several processing steps, including tube cleaning, is a characteristic feature of the systems.
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Cleaning technology in the production line
Thanks to their compact design and reliable aqueous parts cleaning, including drying, the Bous systems can be fully integrated. The sawn pipe sections are cleaned of chips and oils under high pressure in the cleaning unit within the line, treated with corrosion protection and then safely dried. This is important for the subsequent processes, such as powder coating, welding, bending or painting. Other advantages of cleaning with this technology are: robust, low-maintenance construction, design for continuous operation, reliable cleaning and drying of up to 2,500 pipes per hour. In addition, the units can handle components with different lengths, diameters or weights. Anyone who wants to find out more from a user of Bous technology will have the opportunity to do so in Düsseldorf: Bewo CS will also be represented at the Tube trade fair in Hall 6, Stand E36.
Vapic will be focusing in particular on the Clean Box chamber cleaning system at Tube 2026. There is a need for this, as the cleaning of small load carriers, blisters and metal containers is now often carried out using continuous washing systems. This process involves considerable logistical effort and high operating costs. With its new chamber cleaning system, Vapic aims to offer users an efficient and economical alternative. The parts cleaning system features energy-efficient technology, aqueous-based spray cleaning, basket rotation and powerful hot air drying. Thanks to various equipment options, it can be adapted to the respective customer requirements.
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Chamber cleaning system in focus at the trade fair
The Clean Box has a whole range of advantages for users. For example, logistics costs are up to 50 % lower compared to cleaning via an external continuous washing system, including the elimination of container management. As a closed, energy-efficient system, the chamber system requires significantly less energy than conventional continuous washing systems. In addition, only one person is needed to operate it. While one batch is running, the employee can prepare the next batch on the transfer table. This reduces personnel costs and increases productivity. The chamber cleaning system can also be used flexibly. Thanks to the mesh box and suitable adapters, there are hardly any set-up times for employees. The containers to be cleaned can be positioned as bulk goods or individually, depending on requirements. With the Clean Box, the cleaning programs can also be adapted to the requirements of the respective task – an advantage compared to rigid continuous washing systems.
“We are delighted to be able to present this wide-ranging offer to the Tube audience for the first time. We are looking forward to many encounters with intensive exchanges, where we can work together to find the best solution for the respective cleaning requirements – individually, efficiently and reliably,” explains Samuel Wolf, Managing Director of Vapic.
Vapic at the Tube 2026: Hall 6, Stand 6H16.
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