swell List of Products and Services

Cleaning and maintenance of factory equipment are essential to prevent malfunctions and accidents, and to maintain production efficiency. Among these, dust explosions and spontaneous combustion pose serious risks that can lead to major accidents. Swell Co., Ltd. specializes in solving challenges in high-risk fire environments that were previously difficult to address, utilizing our extensive experience and know-how, along with high-function special vehicles such as "powder-specific multi-suction vehicles" and "super powerful suction vehicles." ▼ A collection of successful solutions summarizing all 8 cases is now available! ▼ 【Examples of Cases (Excerpt)】 - Safe recovery of "powdered aluminum" to prevent spontaneous combustion - Cleaning and recovery of "wood chips" as a measure against dust explosions - Internal cleaning of biomass boilers and chimneys for stable operation, etc. Concrete measures that directly lead to "stable operation of equipment," "prevention of major disasters," and "cost reduction" can be checked immediately by downloading the catalog below.

• Plant Maintenance
• Other plant design, development and maintenance

Our company provides cleaning services specialized in factory equipment. We are capable of handling a wide range of special tasks, from tanks, piping, and wastewater treatment facilities to powder recovery, acidic and alkaline environments, and long-distance operations. In this case, we proposed an optimal plan tailored to the site conditions, achieving both cost reduction and efficiency. 【Case Overview】 Target: High-concentration and low-concentration pits Objective: Regular cleaning to maintain the functionality of the pits 【Equipment Used and Work Details】 Equipment: 10t vacuum truck, high-pressure cleaning truck Procedure: After cleaning and vacuuming from above, we entered the pit. Due to the large amount of sediment, we used shovels to gather the sludge towards the suction area while vacuuming, and also cleaned around the pump. We similarly cleaned the second pit and recovered all the material. 【Results】 Number of Workers: 4 Working Time: 5.5 hours Amount Recovered: Approximately 8t Effect: By entering the pit with a large amount of sediment and combining manual labor with machinery to clean every corner, we restored the pit's original functionality. We completed the cleaning of both pits in 5.5 hours, contributing to the maintenance of the customer's equipment. *For detailed processes and other cases, please refer to the PDF. Feel free to download it from the link below.

• Plant Maintenance

Our company provides cleaning services specialized in factory equipment. We can handle a wide range of special tasks, from tank, piping, and wastewater treatment equipment to powder recovery, acid and alkali sites, and long-distance work. In this case, we proposed an optimal plan tailored to the site conditions, achieving both cost reduction and efficiency. 【Case Overview】 Target: Biogas power plant Objective: To recover used desulfurizing agents and introduce new desulfurizing agents. 【Equipment Used and Work Details】 Equipment: 10t vacuum truck, 13t rough terrain crane, rolling tower Procedure: After setting up the rolling tower, water was added from the top of the tank to vacuum and recover the desulfurizing agents. After recovering the entire amount, the new desulfurizing agents prepared by the customer were introduced from above using the rough terrain crane. 【Results】 Number of Workers: 4 Working Time: 7 hours Effect: By combining the recovery with the vacuum truck and the introduction with the crane, we completed the desulfurizing agent replacement work in a short time of 7 hours. This minimized the downtime of the power plant and contributed to stable operations. *For detailed processes and other cases, please check the PDF. Feel free to download it from the link below.

• Plant Maintenance
• Other plant design, development and maintenance

Our company provides cleaning services specialized in factory equipment. We are capable of handling a wide range of specialized tasks, from cleaning tanks, piping, and wastewater treatment facilities to powder recovery, acid and alkali sites, and long-distance work. This document presents a selection of our diverse cleaning and maintenance achievements for various factory equipment. We have undertaken numerous specialized tasks, including cleaning heavy oil tanks in preparation for removal work, pigging of pipes for flow improvement, exchanging desulfurizers at biogas power plants, and recovering powdered aluminum to prevent spontaneous combustion. Additionally, we have a proven track record of addressing all customer challenges, including ash recovery in biomass boilers, sludge and moss removal from cooling towers, cleaning raw water tanks to resolve pump clogs, and cleaning tanks containing special materials such as nitric acid and solidified molasses. *For detailed processes and other case studies, please refer to the PDF. Feel free to download it from the link below.*

• Plant Maintenance
• Other plant design, development and maintenance

Our company provides specialized cleaning services focused on factory equipment. We can handle a wide range of special tasks, from tank, piping, and wastewater treatment facilities to powder recovery, acid and alkali environments, and long-distance operations. In this case, we proposed an optimal plan tailored to the site conditions, achieving both cost reduction and increased efficiency. 【Case Overview】 Target: Biomass boiler within the factory Objective: Recovery of ash accumulated inside the biomass boiler, as well as fire and dust explosion prevention measures 【Equipment Used and Work Details】 Equipment: Powder suction truck, forklift Procedure: We used a dedicated multi-suction truck for powders to recover the ash accumulated inside the boiler and its auxiliary equipment in powder form. The recovered ash was packed into bulk bags and handed over to the factory. 【Results】 Workforce: 5 people/day Working time: 2 days Amount recovered: Approximately 10 bulk bags Effect: The ash inside the boiler was removed in a short period of 2 days, reducing the risk of fire and dust explosions. By suctioning in powder form, we achieved efficient cleaning. *For detailed processes and other cases, please check the PDF. Feel free to download it from the link below.

• Plant Maintenance

Our company provides cleaning services specialized in factory equipment. We can handle a wide range of special tasks, from tanks, piping, and wastewater treatment facilities to powder recovery, acid and alkali environments, and long-distance work. In this case, we proposed an optimal plan tailored to the site conditions, achieving both cost reduction and efficiency. 【Case Overview】 Target: Chimney of a paper company Objective: To confirm weathering (thickness) inside the chimney and prevent fire and dust explosions. 【Equipment Used and Work Details】 Equipment: Powder suction vehicle Procedure: After suctioning and recovering the ash accumulated inside the chimney with the powder suction vehicle, we cleaned the interior. 【Results】 Number of Workers: 5 Working Time: 4 hours Recovery Volume: 5m³ Effect: By combining suction and cleaning, we completed the preparation for inspecting the interior of the chimney in just 4 hours. This enabled the customer to proceed with the thickness measurement work as planned. *For detailed processes and other cases, please refer to the PDF. Feel free to download it from the link below.

• Plant Maintenance

Our company provides cleaning services specialized in factory equipment. We can handle a wide range of special tasks, from tanks, piping, and wastewater treatment facilities to powder recovery, acid and alkali sites, and long-distance work. In this case, we proposed an optimal plan tailored to the site conditions, achieving both cost reduction and efficiency. 【Case Overview】 Target: Wood chip storage pit, wood chip transfer line Objective: To carry out repairs for dust explosion prevention on the wood chip transfer line 【Equipment Used & Work Details】 Equipment: Powder suction vehicle Procedure: The powder suction vehicle was used to vacuum the wood chip storage pit and discharge it to a separate yard via dump-up. 【Results】 Number of workers: 3 Working hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Amount recovered: Approximately 80m³ (over 3 days) Effect: We were able to empty the storage pit in 3 days prior to the repair work on the transfer line for dust explosion prevention. This allowed for a smooth transition to the subsequent repair work. *For detailed processes and other cases, please check the PDF. Feel free to download it from the link below.

• Plant Maintenance

Our company provides cleaning services specialized in factory equipment. We can handle a wide range of special tasks, from tanks, piping, and wastewater treatment facilities to powder recovery, acid and alkali sites, and long-distance work. In this case, we proposed an optimal plan tailored to the site conditions, achieving both cost reduction and increased efficiency. 【Case Overview】 Target: Ducts above and indoors of an aluminum processing factory Objective: To remove accumulated aluminum powder (aluminum oxide) to prevent spontaneous combustion 【Equipment Used and Work Details】 Equipment: Multi-suction vehicle dedicated to powders Procedure: Two hoses were deployed, and two teams simultaneously suctioned and recovered the aluminum powder, packing it into bulk bags. 【Results】 Workforce: 5 people/day Working hours: 8 hours/day Recovery volume: 4m³ Effect: By conducting simultaneous work with two teams, we safely and efficiently removed the widely accumulated combustible aluminum powder in one day, eliminating the risk of spontaneous combustion. *For detailed processes and other cases, please check the PDF. Feel free to download it from the link below.

• Plant Maintenance

Our company provides cleaning services specialized in factory equipment. We can handle a wide range of special tasks, from tank, piping, and wastewater treatment facilities to powder recovery, acid and alkali sites, and long-distance work. In this case, we proposed an optimal plan tailored to the site conditions, achieving both cost reduction and efficiency. 【Case Overview】 Target: Dust collector hopper, conveyor Objective: To carry out construction on the conveyor, we needed to recover the excess dust stored and clear the area around the hopper and conveyor. 【Equipment Used and Work Details】 Equipment: Powder-specific multi-suction vehicle, among others Procedure: - Collected dust accumulated in the dust collector hopper and conveyor using the powder suction vehicle. - The collected dust was packed into FIBC (Flexible Intermediate Bulk Container) and handed over. 【Results】 Number of workers: 3 Working time: 6 hours Amount recovered: 7 bags of FIBC Effect: By using the powder-specific multi-suction vehicle, we completed the preparation for the conveyor construction in a short time, minimizing the impact on subsequent processes. *For detailed processes and other cases, please check the PDF. Feel free to download it from the link below.

• Plant Maintenance

Our company provides cleaning services specialized in factory equipment. We can handle a wide range of special tasks, from tank, piping, and wastewater treatment equipment to powder recovery, acid and alkali environments, and long-distance work. In this case, we proposed an optimal plan tailored to the site conditions, achieving both cost reduction and efficiency. 【Case Overview】 Target: Sulfur tank at a chemical plant Objective: Pre-cleaning and sludge recovery prior to tank dismantling work 【Equipment Used and Work Details】 Equipment: 10t vacuum truck, high-pressure cleaning truck, full harness, oxygen deficiency meter, lance nozzle, etc. Procedure: - Break down the accumulated sludge (sulfur compounds) inside the tank with high-pressure cleaning → recover with the vacuum truck - Clean and recover sludge from the tank walls and thickener. 【Results】 - Number of workers: 4 - Working time: 2 hours - Amount recovered: 5t - Benefits: Reduced construction time, safe operations, and cost savings *For detailed processes and other cases, please check the PDF. Feel free to download it from the link below.

• tank
• Plant Maintenance

Our company specializes in cleaning services tailored for factory equipment, supporting the stable operation of environmental infrastructure. We can handle a wide range of specialized tasks, from wastewater treatment facilities, piping, and tanks to powder recovery, acid and alkali sites, and long-distance horizontal piping. In this case, we proposed an optimal plan tailored to the site conditions, achieving both cost reduction and efficiency. 【Case Overview】 Target: 150A (PVC) piping with a total length of 50m in an electronic components manufacturing factory Objective: Improvement of equipment functionality due to reduced flow rate within the piping Challenge: The targeted piping had a complex structure with numerous elbows (bends), making conventional cleaning methods difficult. Effect: In just 8 hours of work, we removed 5m³ of sludge from the piping and completely restored the flow rate. This normalized the factory's equipment functionality and prevented any impact on production. Working Time: 8 hours Number of Workers: 7 Work Details: - Utilized the water pressure from the fire pump to introduce a pig ball into the piping. - The pig ball passed through the piping, pushing out the internal sludge. - The expelled sludge was collected by a vacuum truck. This process was conducted three times in one day. *For detailed processes and other cases, please check the PDF. We encourage you to download it.

• Piping and Piping Parts
• Piping

We would like to introduce the features of the "Dedicated Multi-Suction Vehicle for Powder Materials," which significantly improves work efficiency with its three-in-one capability and a wide range of options for powder collection operations. It offers strengths such as "water-free suction of powder materials," "long-distance suction through hose extension," "continuous suction through FIBC filling," "compact work time and workspace," and "highly flexible combinations of work processes." 【Features】 ■ Container Filling - Can suction and collect materials and load them into FIBC bags. - Preparation can be done with just a switch operation, eliminating work time loss. ■ Pressure Conveying - Can pressure convey collected powder materials to designated silos, etc. - Equipped with a powerful compressor, making it capable of transporting over long distances or to high places. ■ Powder Material Transport - Can directly suction and collect powder materials or low-density materials into the tank for transport. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Machinery and equipment installation/dismantling/relocation

Our strength lies in proposing optimal cleaning methods tailored to the site, contributing to improvements in both cost and efficiency. We have a track record of specialized high-level work in various environments, from cleaning services focused on factory wastewater treatment facilities, piping, and tanks to the collection of powdered materials, as well as work in acidic and alkaline environments and long-distance horizontal pulls. 【Work Location】 Factory rainwater sedimentation tank 【Purpose of Work】 Collection of accumulated sludge in the tank and cleaning of the tank 【Work Details】 Day 1: Use of an excavator to remove water plants and discharge water using a sand pump. Day 2: Use of two 10-ton vacuum trucks and a cleaning truck to collect sludge from the tank and discharge it on-site. Use of an excavator at the discharge location for leveling. Day 3: Perform work similar to Day 2. 【Working Hours】 8 hours/day × 3 days 【Number of Workers】 Average of 6 people/day 【Equipment Used】 - Two 10-ton vacuum trucks - One high-pressure cleaning truck - One excavator - One generator - Two sand pumps 【Collection Amount】 80 tons/day 【Disposal Method】 On-site discharge

• Other services

Our strength lies in proposing optimal cleaning methods tailored to the site, contributing to improvements in both cost and efficiency. We have a track record of specialized high-level work in various environments, from cleaning services focused on factory wastewater treatment facilities, piping, and tanks to the recovery of powdered materials and work in acidic and alkaline environments, as well as long-distance horizontal transport. 【Work Location】 Nitric acid tank within a stationery manufacturing factory 【Purpose of Work】 Cleaning work associated with the repair of the nitric acid tank 【Work Details】 Using a chemical pump, the nitric acid in the tank was transferred to an IBC container. After cleaning with a high-pressure washing vehicle, the wastewater was collected with a vacuum truck, completing the work. The recovered nitric acid and wastewater will be processed as industrial waste at a later date. 【Work Duration】 2 hours 【Number of Workers】 7 people 【Equipment Used】 - 10t vacuum truck - Cleaning vehicle - 10 IBC containers - Chemical pump - Chemical protective clothing - Chemical protective gloves - Respirator mask - Goggles - Face shield - Light-blocking sheet 【Amount Recovered】 7 IBC containers

• Other services

Our strength lies in proposing optimal cleaning methods tailored to the site, contributing to improvements in both cost and efficiency. We have a track record of specialized high-level work in various environments, from cleaning services focused on factory wastewater treatment facilities, piping, and tanks, to the collection of powder materials, as well as operations in acidic and alkaline environments and long-distance horizontal pulls. 【Work Location】 Electronic components manufacturing factory 【Purpose of Work】 Cleaning of piping due to route changes 【Work Details】 Collected 3㎥ of residual liquid from the dilute sulfuric acid tank. After collection, used a chemical suction vehicle to recover the remaining liquid in the final tank. After lowering the liquid level in the tank to below the flange, the flange of the pump section was opened on-site, and water was circulated through the piping using pure water prepared by the client. The work was completed after confirming with litmus paper that the pH had become neutral. 【Working Hours】 5 hours/day 【Number of Workers】 5 people/day 【Equipment Used】 - 1 chemical suction vehicle - 1 chemical tanker 【Amount Collected】 20 tons 【Treatment Method】 Neutralization

• Other services

Our strength lies in proposing optimal cleaning methods tailored to the site, contributing to improvements in both cost and efficiency. We have a track record of specialized high-level work in various environments, from cleaning services focused on factory wastewater treatment facilities, piping, and tanks to the collection of powder materials and operations in acidic and alkaline environments, as well as long-distance horizontal pulls. 【Work Location】 Paper mill 【Purpose of Work】 To remove tanks and implement measures to prevent fires even if sparks fly. 【Work Details】 After vacuuming the heavy oil tank, an alkaline agent will be applied, followed by cleaning and suction work with hot water jets. For any thin film that cannot be removed by jets, chipping will be performed to complete the task. 【Work Duration】 2 days (1 unit per day) 【Number of Workers】 6 people per day 【Equipment Used】 - 1 vacuum truck - 1 cleaning truck - 1 hot water cleaning truck - 1 material truck - 1 water supply truck 【Amount Collected】 50㎥ 【Disposal Method】 Incineration

• Other services

Recovery, transfer, and container filling of powders... Are you performing these tasks with separate machines? The "Powder Dedicated Multi-Suction Vehicle" from Swell Co., Ltd. consolidates the functions of "suction," "pressure delivery," "container filling," and "powder transport" into one unit. It dramatically improves the efficiency of all tasks related to powders. With this single unit, you can pressure deliver the suctioned powder to tanks up to 40 meters high or directly fill it into bulk bags or drums. This eliminates the need for multiple vehicles and equipment that were previously necessary, contributing to space-saving and cost reduction on-site. Continuous suction operations are possible, ensuring that work is not interrupted, which leads to shortened construction periods. Complex work plans become simpler. 【Features】 ■ Dedicated to powders ■ Performs four roles with one unit ■ Requires fewer materials and less space for operations ■ Assembly time for the hopper is less than one-third of the conventional time

• Other cleaning tools
• Piping Materials
• tank

Do you have any issues with factory equipment such as 'I don't know how to clean it' or 'I can't find a contractor for urgent requests'? Swell Co., Ltd. will provide total support for your equipment maintenance operations with our experience and know-how. Our strength lies in our ability to propose suitable cleaning methods tailored to the site, contributing to improvements in both cost and efficiency. We have a track record of specialized high-level work in various settings, from cleaning services focused on factory equipment such as wastewater treatment facilities, piping, and tanks, to the collection of powdered materials and work in acidic and alkaline environments, as well as long-distance horizontal transport. Utilizing the technical capabilities of high-performance special vehicles, such as the 'super powerful suction truck' boasting one of the largest airflows in Japan and the 'multi-suction truck dedicated to powdered materials,' we can accomplish tasks that were previously difficult. We offer a one-stop service from cleaning to collection, transportation, and industrial waste disposal through collaboration within our own group. Under thorough safety management by qualified personnel, we can respond extensively from Kyushu to Tohoku. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

• Other services

Are there any challenges with factory equipment such as 'I don't know how to clean it' or 'I can't find a contractor that can respond urgently'? Swell Co., Ltd. provides total support for your equipment maintenance operations with our experience and know-how. Our strength lies in planning and proposing suitable cleaning methods tailored to the site, contributing to improvements in both cost and efficiency. We have a track record of specialized high-level work in various settings, from cleaning services focused on factory facilities such as wastewater treatment plants, piping, and tanks, to the collection of powdered materials and work in acidic and alkaline environments, as well as long-distance horizontal transport. Utilizing the technical capabilities of high-performance special vehicles, such as the 'super powerful suction truck' boasting one of the largest airflows in Japan and the 'powder-specific multi-suction truck,' which is the only one in the country, we can accomplish tasks that were previously difficult. We offer a one-stop service from cleaning to collection and transportation, as well as industrial waste disposal, through collaboration within our own group. Under thorough safety management by qualified personnel, we can respond extensively from Kyushu to Tohoku.

• Other services
• Plant Maintenance
• Other plant design, development and maintenance

We would like to introduce the features of the "Dedicated Multi-Suction Vehicle for Powder Materials," which significantly improves work efficiency with its three roles in one vehicle and a wide range of options for powder material recovery operations. It boasts strengths such as "water-free suction of powder materials," "long-distance suction through hose extension," "continuous suction through FIBC filling," "compact work time and workspace," and "highly flexible combinations of work processes." 【Features】 ■ Container Filling - Can suction and recover materials and load them into FIBC bags. - Preparation can be done with just a switch operation, eliminating work time loss. ■ Pressure Conveying - Can pressure convey the recovered powder materials to designated silos, etc. - Equipped with a powerful compressor, making it capable of long-distance and high-altitude transport. ■ Powder Material Transport - Can directly suction and recover powder materials and low-density materials for transport in the tank. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Other cleaning tools
• Piping Materials
• tank

This is the ultra-powerful suction vehicle from Swell Co., Ltd., which achieves "low cost and short construction time" in the cleaning and maintenance of factory equipment. Boasting one of the largest suction capacities in the country at 160㎥ per minute, it solves challenges at sites that have been difficult to address until now. Its overwhelming power enables "high elevation suction" up to 100 meters and "long-distance suction" extending up to 300 meters horizontally. Additionally, it can use a large-diameter hose of up to 8 inches, allowing for the collection of fist-sized clumps as they are. By using a dedicated joint, simultaneous suction with up to three branches is possible, significantly improving work efficiency. From high-density scale to long-distance work in dams and underwater tunnels, we contribute to solving your company's challenges with our extensive track record.

• Other services
• Machinery and equipment installation/dismantling/relocation
• Other cleaning tools