Festo (www.festo.com), one of the world’s leading suppliers of electrical and pneumatic automation technology, has developed a real spatial miracle as its latest microslide DGSC features a width of only eight mm. Featuring positioning accuracy of 0.01 mm, the pneumatic slide is ideally suited for installation in space limited environments, while its space saving design […]
Norgren redundant valve manifold system provides pneumatic directional control
IMI Norgren (www.norgren.com) has developed a simplified valve manifold that features visual pressure indicators, two SIL (safety integrity level) valves in redundant mode and a SIL rated bypass valve that offers a lock out feature. Designed to monitor and provide process valves with pneumatic directional control, the company’s valve manifold system can be installed near […]
February Pneumatics Poll
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Electric Cylinder Is Based On `Inside-out` Linear Motor
Festo has launched a novel short-stroke electric cylinder with a patented tubular linear motor and end-position controller that provides highly dynamic movements. The ADNE-LAS cylinders, thought to be the first of their type, can replace solenoid actuators. They are said to be especially suitable for applications demanding fast, controllable movements, such as ejecting faulty parts […]
Diaphragm Vacuum Pumps Handle Air And Gases.
KNF Type N838 diaphragm vacuum pumps are offered in single- and multi-stage OEM installation models powered by AC, DC, or brushless DC (BLDC) motors. Their exclusive and patented multi-port valve system and structured molded diaphragm contribute to high performance, increased flow and efficiency, and reliability in service. The pumps can satisfy a wide range of […]
Electric Rod Actuators Challenge Pneumatic Cylinders
The US actuator specialist Tolomatic has developed a range of electric rod-style actuators as an economical alternative to non-repairable pneumatic cylinders, and for automating manual processes. The ERD actuators deliver forces of up to 334N at speeds of up to 1,016mm/s. Aaron Dietrich, Tolomatic’s electric products manager, says that the patent-pending actuators (shown above) “provide […]
TRD Manufacturing Introduces the MH Series and TAS Cylinders
Machesney Park, IL – TRD Manufacturing, a Bimba Company, announced the introduction of the new MH Series and TAS Series Cylinders designed to deliver more reliability in heavy-duty industrial operations. MH Series The MH Series are medium pressure hydraulic cylinders rated for 675 to 1500 psi (depending on bore size). The TAS Series Steel Pneumatic […]
Swing-Piston Pump Comes In Compressor Or Vacuum Pump Models
KNF announced its newest addition to its OEM swing-piston pump line, the NPK04. The NPK04 is ideal for use as a transfer pump, is available in compressor or vacuum pump models and can be operated in any position. Its sealed, swing piston moves media oil-free and without adding contamination. Despite its size, it features 3.3 […]
New Large Diameter Butterfly Valves Up To 24 Inches
GF Piping Systems has announced expansion of its large diameter size range for the Wafer Style Type 567 Polypropylene Butterfly Valve to include sizes 14 to 24 inch. This completes the large diameter size offering of 12 to 24 inch and broadens suitability for a wider range of applications. Like the proven smaller sizes in […]
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