Suction Machines - Medical and Hospital Equipment

Marine suction machines are portable or fixed medical vacuum units used aboard ships for airway clearance, emergency aspiration, wound drainage, and minor surgical procedures. They are typically electrically powered, battery-backed, or manually operable for use in ship hospitals and sick bays.

ProShipWorks provides end-to-end support to source and supply Suction Machines for marine vessels, ship operators, industrial facilities, maintenance teams and procurement departments.

Last updated: October 11, 2026

Product Information

Product Name	Suction Machines
Product Category	Medical and Hospital Equipment
Product Reference	1585
Brands / Manufacturers	Laerdal Medical, SSCOR, ATMOS MedizinTechnik, Allied Healthcare
Unit of Measure	Piece

Key Features

Key Feature
1. Adjustable medical vacuum control
2. Collection canister with overflow protection
3. Portable battery or mains operation
4. Emergency airway suction capability
5. Autoclavable or disposable patient tubing options

Applications of Suction Machines

Application
1. Airway and respiratory emergency suction
2. Wound and postoperative fluid drainage
3. Ship hospital and sick-bay procedures

Models & Manufacturers

Model	Manufacturer
LCSU 4	Laerdal Medical
VX-2	SSCOR
ATMOS C 161	ATMOS MedizinTechnik
Gomco 6000	Allied Healthcare

Technical Specifications

Model	Specification	Value	Unit
LCSU 4	Maximum vacuum	Up to -550	mmHg
LCSU 4	Power options	Rechargeable battery and external DC supply	—
VX-2	Maximum vacuum	Up to -550	mmHg
VX-2	Nominal free-air flow	Approximately 30	L/min
ATMOS C 161	Maximum vacuum	Approximately -0.8	bar
ATMOS C 161	Nominal suction flow	Approximately 16	L/min

Standards, Certifications & Class Approval

Review the available standards and approval information relevant to the product. Actual certification, material traceability, inspection and classification requirements depend on the product type, intended application and purchasing specification.

Applicable Standards & Certification	Commonly designed and certified to applicable medical-device requirements including ISO 10079-1 for electrically powered medical suction equipment and IEC 60601-1 and IEC 60601-1-2. Exact certification depends on the model and market.
Class Approval	Marine classification approval is not universal for medical suction machines. Where required, acceptance may be evaluated by DNV, ABS, Lloyd's Register, Bureau Veritas, or ClassNK as part of the vessel's medical and electrical equipment arrangements.

Installation, Maintenance & Safety Information

Installation Notes	Install fixed units on a secure, vibration-resistant surface with suitable electrical protection and ventilation. Verify shipboard voltage and frequency. Connect the collection canister, bacterial filter, vacuum tubing, and patient tubing according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Maintenance Tips	Inspect tubing, filters, seals, canisters, batteries, and vacuum regulators regularly. Empty and disinfect reusable containers after use, replace disposable components as specified, and test maximum vacuum and flow during planned maintenance.
Safety Notes	Use only sterile or approved patient-contact tubing and filters. Do not operate without an adequate collection canister or overflow protection. Keep liquids away from electrical components, prevent excessive suction pressure, and follow infection-control and medical-device procedures.