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  • Festo extends fieldbus connectivity into hazardous locations

    Festo extends fieldbus connectivity into hazardous locations
  • Every compressed air audit should start with a block diagram

    Every compressed air audit should start with a block diagram
  • Your compressor may not be the problem — but your data might be!

    Your compressor may not be the problem — but your data might be!
  • Is your compressor room like a sauna?

    Is your compressor room like a sauna?
  • Safety is core to proper vacuum design in automation

    Safety is core to proper vacuum design in automation

Engineering Basics

Figure 1: The compressor room environment should be cool and clean to keep the air compressors and air dryers running optimally.  And don’t forget to use the heat of compression for heating outside the compressor room, this can lower the costs of other energy sources.

Is your compressor room like a sauna?

Contributed by Ron Marshall Richard, the maintenance manager at a plant that manufactures powdered coatings, was used to dealing with heat. The … [Read More...] about Is your compressor room like a sauna?

Vacuum solutions, like Piab’s PiSoftGrip, support hygienic and contamination aware design using appropriate materials, smooth surfaces, and components that are easy to clean and inspect. Soft materials also handle delicate foods and packages, preventing crushing and other damage.

Safety is core to proper vacuum design in automation

Contributed by Michael Tuohey  • Regional Marketing Manager, North America, Piab In modern manufacturing, safety is a core design requirement. As … [Read More...] about Safety is core to proper vacuum design in automation

Today on Pneumatic Tips

  • Festo extends fieldbus connectivity into hazardous locations
  • Every compressed air audit should start with a block diagram
  • Compressed air fail: Look for your numbers
  • Festo simplifies decentralized I/O design with configurable digital I/O module
  • Your compressor may not be the problem — but your data might be!
  • Suction cup adapter solution from Sommer-Technik
  • FRLs for compressed air prep and care

Industry News

Festo extends fieldbus connectivity into hazardous locations

In Class I, Division 2 hazardous locations, pneumatic actuators have typically been controlled from cabinets located in safe areas. Long wiring runs can increase installation and commissioning time, … [Read More...] about Festo extends fieldbus connectivity into hazardous locations

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

Dr. Wilm Uhlenbecker will become the new North American Business Region CEO on April 1.

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

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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

Leybold 175th anniversary

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 2024 show floor

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's CEO and founder Daniel Cook gives a tour of the company's new Gulf Breeze, Florida, facility.

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

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