Easy Operation
Simple and Easy Exhaust Hose Storage The fan-assisted exhaust hose retraction method provides easy hose storage, ensuring that out-of-use drops are holstered overhead.	Easy Tailpipe Connections - Single or Dual   The large, flexible tailpipe adater, with its adjustable-length connection assembly, easily attaches to single exhausts.  The wye assembly connects to dual exhausts.	Remote Fan Controls Save Time & Money   The remote start fan option enables the technician to turn the fan on/off from his bay, instead of walking across the shop to a wall switch.  Service technicians greatly appreciate this time-saving feature.

Professional Appearance In particular, automotive applications place great emphasis on a clean, professional appearance.  The Vacuum Holster can enhance the appearance in several ways.
Hoses are stored when not in use     Out-of-use hoses are stored overhead, and out of the way.  Unlike serpentine systems, the Hose Holster cylinder presents a uniform look, reducing visual impact.	Color of Holster can match facility   In new construction, it is standard practice to paint the ductwork and ceilings either off-white or gray.  The Holster cylinder is available in these (and more) colors, helping it blend into the service area.	Low visual-impact ductwork     In the installation above, the duct manifold was run in the joists to further reduce visibility.

     

Quality Components  (click on images for more details)
Tailpipe Adapter	Exhaust Hose	Hose Holster	Exhaust Fans	Remote Controls	Wye Assembly

Energy Savings While other systems may offer dampers as accessories, only the Vacuum Holster requires the operator to close the damper in order to retract the exhaust hose.  This means that out-of-use hoses do not exhaust heated/ cooled air, resulting in lower energy costs.   The heat loss - and consequent utility expenses - that can occur because of undampered hose drops can be surprisingly high, especially for fleet service facilities.  Ascent Systems can quantify the heat loss that would arise with an undampered system, and can estimate the energy savings that would result from a dampered system.

Simple Installation Automotive Vacuum Holsters are light enough to be suspended from the exhaust duct manifold, requiring no additional bracing from the structure.
Above: Direct-to-Duct Suspension Kit. The low height of the duct manifold (12' AFF) allows the Holsters to be hung direcly from the manifold.  Click here for installation info.	Above: Extended Duct Suspension Kit. With a high duct manifold (run in the joists), a piece of spiral duct is placed vertically between the manifold and the Hose Holster.  Click here for installation info.

Versatility for Different Vehicles
Maintaining a 4" diamater for the entire hose length, the Vacuum Holster can handle larger cubic inch vehicles.	The large, flexible boot of the tailpipe adapter facilitates connection to the wide array of exhaust pipes commonly found in motorcycle applications.	With 5' of 600 degree F exhaust hose (more can be specified), the Vacuum Holster withstands the higher temperatures of high performance vehicles.

Affordability The Vacuum Holster system is competitively priced with budget-style systems, while offering high quality components and an aesthetically pleasing appearance.

Ease of Use
Simple and Easy Exhaust Hose Storage The fan-assisted exhaust hose retraction method provides easy hose storage, ensuring that out-of-use drops are holstered overhead.	Easy Exhaust Connections - Undercarriage or Vertical Stack   The Vacuum Holster connects to vertical stack vehicles with an exhaust cane.  The tailpipe adapter clamps to the base of the cane.  For undercarriage exhausts, the tailpipe adapter connects directly to the vehicle.	Remote Fan Controls Save Time & Money The remote start fan option enables the technician to turn the fan on/off from his bay, instead of walking across the shop to a wall switch.  Tech greatly appreciate this time-saving feature.

Quality Components  (click on images for more details)
Tailpipe Adapter	Exhaust Hose	Hose Holster	Exhaust Fans	Remote Controls	Exhaust Cane

Energy Savings While other systems may offer dampers as accessories, only the Vacuum Holster requires the operator to close the damper in order to retract the exhaust hose.  This means that out-of-use hoses do not exhaust heated/ cooled air, resulting in lower energy costs.   The heat loss - and consequent utility expenses - that can occur because of undampered hose drops can be surprisingly high, especially for fleet service facilities.  Ascent Systems can quantify the heat loss that would arise with an undampered system, and can estimate the energy savings that would result from a dampered system.

Versatility
The Vacuum Holster can be used in over the road truck facilities, as long as there are defined, back-in back-out bays.	Boom arms, for vehicle exhaust coverage in facilities with bridge cranes.  Boom arms provide extended reach, and the pivoting feature enables the operator to move the hosedrop around parked vehicles.	Fleet Vacuum Holsters have been installed in school bus applications for high RPM bays.

Ease of Use
Simple and Easy Operation   The hosedrop is raised/lowered either with a geared ratcheting winch, or by a motorized winch.  An extension pole is supplied to guide the capture hood over the vertical stack.	Easy Adaptation to  Undercarriage Exhaust   Though most vehicles in over-the-road truck facilities are vertical stack, undercarriage exhausts occasionally appear.  The extension hose quickly couples to the capture hood, and then to the exhaust source.	Remote Fan Controls Save Time & Money The remote start fan option enables the technician to turn the fan on/off from his bay, instead of walking across the shop to a wall switch.  Tech greatly appreciate this time-saving feature.

Quality Components  (click on images for more details)
Capture Hood	Exhaust Hose	Ratchet Winch	Exhaust Fans	Remote Controls	Extension Hose (for undercarriage attachment)

Energy Saving Options As an option, High Reach hosedrops can be provided with an air-blocking damper.   In this way, out-of-use hosedrops do not unnecessarily extract heated/cooled air from the facility, resulting in lower utility bills.  Also, the suction from the exhaust fan is concentrated on the hosedrops that are actually in use.    The standard damper is a manual type, which is fitted into the capture hood.  Before placing the capture hood on the vertical stack, the operator must lower the hosedrop and open the damper.  The operator then must close the damper before raising the hosedrop with the winch.  Automatic dampers, which are operated by a wall switch (24v wiring), are available as an upgrade.   The heat loss - and consequent utility expenses - that can occur because of undampered hose drops can be surprisingly high, especially for fleet service facilities.  Ascent Systems can quantify the heat loss that would arise with an undampered system, and can estimate the energy savings that would result from a dampered system.

Easy Operation
Trolley Glides Smoothly Along Aluminum Rail	Pull Handle Facilitates Trolley Movement	Remote Fan Controls Save Time & Money   The remote start fan option enables the technician to turn the fan on/off from his bay, instead of walking across the shop to a wall switch.  Service technicians greatly appreciate this time-saving feature.

 

Professional Appearance In particular, automotive applications place great emphasis on a clean, professional appearance.  The Apex Rail can enhance the appearance in several ways.
The Apex Rail: 1) reduces the number of exhaust drops in the service area, and 2) substitutes an attractive aluminum extrusion for a spiral duct manifold.	Hoses are stored when not in use     Out-of-use hoses are stored overhead, and out of the way.  Unlike serpentine systems, the Hose Holster cylinder presents a uniform look, reducing visual impact.  With the Apex Rail, out-of use trolleys can be pushed to the end of the rail, providing less interference in areas with heavy traffic.	Color of Holster and trolley  can match facility   As with fixed-mounted Vacuum Holster applications, the color of the Hose Holster cylinder can be specified, helping it blend into the service area. The color of the sliding trolley can likewise be selected.

 

Quality Components  (click on images for more details)
Apex Rail Section	Rubber Seals	Sliding Trolley	Suspension Bracket Adapter	Internal/Exterior Rail Couplings	Exhaust Fans

Energy Savings While other systems may offer dampers as accessories, only the Vacuum Holster requires the operator to close the damper in order to retract the exhaust hose.  This means that out-of-use hoses do not exhaust heated/ cooled air, resulting in lower energy costs.   Also, with the Apex Rail concept, fewer Vacuum Holsters are required for a given number of bays.  The CFM requirement of the exhaust fan decreases, resulting in the selection of a more efficient exhaust fan.

Simple Installation The Apex Rail adapts easily to Uni-Strut bracings, and its rubber seals fit easily into the rail, requiring minimal splicing.
Ascent Systems provides suspension bracket adapters that match up to standard 1 5/8" UniStrut.  The suspension bracket adapter can slide along the length of the top channel of the aluminum rail, allowing flexibilty in the location of braces.  After connecting to the bracing, four Allen screws set the position of the suspension bracket adapter.	The rubber seals are shipped in 100' sections, requiring splicing only when a rail exceeds 100' in length.  The rubber seal (aided by silicon lubricant) can be pushed in the Apex Rail by hand, and the mushroom-shaped head of the rubber seal expands into the aluminum channel, ensuring the rubber seal is locked in place.