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        "question": "When does a plant need a central vacuum system instead of mobile vacuums?",
        "answer": "Central systems fit multiple fixed points, long distances, simultaneous users or centralized separation and discharge. Mobile units remain useful for isolated or changing tasks.",
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        "question": "What information is needed to size a central vacuum system?",
        "answer": "Provide material, pickup points, simultaneous users, pipe routing, distance, lift, material rate, hoses/tools, duty, filtration, separation, discharge, controls and layout.",
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        "question": "How many operators can use a central vacuum system at the same time?",
        "answer": "Concurrency depends on designed airflow and vacuum at each point, material, tools, pipe network and controls. Size for the intended simultaneous use.",
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        "question": "When should a central system use a pre-separator or hopper?",
        "answer": "Use pre-separation for dense, abrasive, high-volume or recoverable material before the main filter. Hoppers and automated discharge reduce manual emptying when justified.",
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        "question": "How is a central vacuum system maintained?",
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