Glycol Recovery Vehicle (GRV)

Efficient glycol recovery without vacuum technology

The Vestergaard Glycol Recovery Vehicle (GRV) is designed to efficiently recover spent deicing fluid, slush, water, sand and gravel from the apron after aircraft deicing. By recovering glycol effectively, airports can reduce environmental impact while creating the basis for glycol recycling and reuse.

Unlike conventional glycol recovery vehicles that rely on vacuum systems, the Vestergaard GRV uses an efficient sweeping and screw conveyor system to collect and transfer recovered material into the storage tank. Eliminating the vacuum fan and auxiliary engine results in a simpler, lighter and more energy-efficient vehicle with significantly lower maintenance requirements.

The lightweight design allows the GRV to carry up to 12,000 litres on a single rear-axle chassis with a short wheelbase, providing excellent manoeuvrability and fast operation in busy airport environments. Fuel consumption is reduced by more than 50% compared with conventional vacuum sweepers, while the simplified mechanical design contributes to lower operating costs and high reliability.

Operator convenience has also been prioritised. The hopper is specifically designed to handle mixtures of liquid, snow and sand, while the sloped tank and large 300 mm bottom outlet enable fast and clean unloading without the operator leaving the cab. The result is a safer, cleaner and more efficient recovery operation throughout the winter season.