Directional control valves are the traffic police of pneumatic systems, charged with diverting, directing, and reversing airflow to manage the … [Read More...] about A designer’s guide to pneumatic valves
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A designer’s guide to pneumatic cylinders
Pneumatic cylinders are highly varied in their construction and execution, making them difficult to select when you don't understand your … [Read More...] about A designer’s guide to pneumatic cylinders
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Atlas Copco introduces DHS 3000 VSD+ vacuum pump
Atlas Copco developed the dry screw vacuum pump DHS 3000 VSD+ for high-flow industrial applications. The pump is intended for paper processing, conveying, pick-and-place applications in the food … [Read More...] about Atlas Copco introduces DHS 3000 VSD+ vacuum pump
Festo launches SDAC-MHS position transmitter sensor
Festo introduced SDAC-MHS C-slot programmable position transmitter. The sensor combines analog, digital and IO-Link outputs in a single compact device, reducing the need for multiple sensing … [Read More...] about Festo launches SDAC-MHS position transmitter sensor
Spartan Scientific debuts 1090 and 1590 stackable solenoid valves
Spartan Scientific has released its Series 1090 and Series 1590 stackable solenoid valve platforms for compressed-air control in compact electro-pneumatic systems. Both series are intended for OEMs … [Read More...] about Spartan Scientific debuts 1090 and 1590 stackable solenoid valves
Leybold introduces TRIVAC L two-stage rotary vane pump
Leybold has offered the TRIVAC rotary vane pump for about 90 years. The oil-sealed pump is used in industrial and research settings to generate rough and fine vacuum and as a backing pump for use with … [Read More...] about Leybold introduces TRIVAC L two-stage rotary vane pump
VERSA launches redesigned website with updated navigation
Versa Products Company, Inc. (VERSA) has launched a redesigned website, versa-valves.com. The updated site is intended to provide quicker access to technical data, expanded search tools and a more … [Read More...] about VERSA launches redesigned website with updated navigation
ELGi expands EG SP series air compressors for industrial use
ELGi Compressors USA has expanded its EG SP Series of oil-injected rotary screw air compressors, now offering models from 100 hp to 200 hp. The compressors provide up to 15% energy savings compared … [Read More...] about ELGi expands EG SP series air compressors for industrial use
Festo names Dr. Wilm Uhlenbecker CEO of its North America Business Region
Festo has announced the pending retirement of its North American Business Region CEO Carlos Miranda on April 1 and the appointment of the business region’s new CEO Dr. Wilm Uhlenbecker. A … [Read More...] about Festo names Dr. Wilm Uhlenbecker CEO of its North America Business Region
Emerson to present Floor to Cloud transformation solutions at Hannover Messe
Emerson will demonstrate how it is transforming the future of factory automation through its proven Floor to Cloud approach and comprehensive portfolio at Hannover Messe in Hannover, Germany, on March … [Read More...] about Emerson to present Floor to Cloud transformation solutions at Hannover Messe
Vacuum pioneer Leybold celebrates 175th anniversary
German vacuum specialist Leybold, founded by Ernst Leybold in Cologne in 1850, has achieved numerous pioneering milestones and product developments as it celebrates its 175th anniversary. Leybold’s … [Read More...] about Vacuum pioneer Leybold celebrates 175th anniversary
Norwegian fisheries rely on liquid ring vacuum pumps for packaging
Norway has a long tradition of catching and processing fish. The country ranks second in the world for exports behind China. To ensure the high quality of their freshly caught products, Norwegians pay … [Read More...] about Norwegian fisheries rely on liquid ring vacuum pumps for packaging
Pack Expo Chicago is ready for record numbers
The world’s largest packaging and processing show returns to Chicago’s McCormick Place November 3-6. Pack Expo International, scheduled for Nov. 3–6 at McCormick Place in Chicago, is set to be the … [Read More...] about Pack Expo Chicago is ready for record numbers
Emerson adds Afag feeding and handling solutions to its Aventics portfolio
Afag is now officially part of Emerson. As a result, Afag's feeding and handling solutions will be integrated into Emerson’s automation portfolio. Starting October 15, 2024, all content on Afag.com, … [Read More...] about Emerson adds Afag feeding and handling solutions to its Aventics portfolio
New pneumatic robotic tool changers from SMW Autoblok
SMW Autoblok just launched a new line of quick-change, pneumatic robotic tool changers that can be combined with various pneumatic grippers and C40 inductive couplers for contactless, wear-free energy … [Read More...] about New pneumatic robotic tool changers from SMW Autoblok
Proportion-Air holds grand opening for new building
Electro-pneumatic pressure regulation and flow control manufacturer Proportion-Air recently celebrated the completion of its new facility in Gulf Breeze, Florida, with a grand opening event last … [Read More...] about Proportion-Air holds grand opening for new building
Switching to auto-teach sensing saves time
Sometimes, the smallest change makes the biggest impact. Here’s why one machine builder no longer adjusts proximity switches on pneumatic actuators. Proximity switches are used to monitor and … [Read More...] about Switching to auto-teach sensing saves time
