AMS Calibration has released the NOSHOK 400 series of heavy duty mechanical pressure switches. Designed for use across a range of applications such as hydraulic and pneumatic systems, pumps and compressors and in power generation, the switches provide a stable switching point setting. The 400 series switch converts pneumatic and hydraulic pressure into switching functions […]
Digital Pressure Transducer For Barometric Applications
Setra Systems, Inc. released their newly enhanced model 470T digital pressure transducer for clean dry air and gases. The Model 470T now features an improved compensated temperature range of -20 to 65°C (-4 to 150 °F) and operating temperature range of -40 to 75°C (-40 to 167°F). These wider temperature ranges make the 470T particularly […]
Air Preperation Unit Allows Oil Mist To Travel Up To 40m
Parker Hannifin is releasing a new product into its air preparation systemts. Moduflex Lite systems combine lightweight and corrosion-resistant construction with nano lubrication technology that allows oil mist to travel up to 40m along the air line as opposed to a maximum of only 15m with more traditional lubricators. This makes it easier and more […]
Double Eccentric Butterfly Valves Available in 14-16 in.
GF Piping Systems has announced expansion of its large diameter size range for the Type 567 Butterfly Valve to include sizes 14-16″. The new size range features a unique double eccentric off-center design and excellent chemical compatibility. Suitable applications include landfills where large size valves are required for drainage of underground leachate. Other applications include […]
Leadership in Engineering
Leadership in Engineering This is the 3rd annual Leadership event announcing the winners in the 2009 Leadership Awards Program. The Design World User Community have cast their votes and we are pleased to announce the winners. ADVANCED MATERIALS Da/Pro Rubber is a custom manufacturer of precision rubber, TPE, and plastic molding products. The proprietary Da/Pro […]
Pneumatic Pipe Cutters Can Cut Underwater
With different blades, UPCs cut 6″ – 48″ (150-1300 mm) steel, ductile iron, cast iron, clay, concrete, PVC or PE pipe in one revolution. These pneumatic powered cutters are lightweight, easy to set-up and use, fast cutting, require only 12″ (300 mm) clearance around the pipe, provide a square cut, and can be used underwater. […]
Could This Be The Wheel of the Future?
Most typical males constantly worry about our cars. “Is my oil low?”, “what is that ‘clunk’ing noise?”, “Did my wife put premium unleaded in this like I told her?”, “Why is my ‘check engine’ light on again?”. They even occasionally check the tires to see if they look low on air, and make sure to […]
Hospital’s Pneumatic Tube System is a Medical Care Superhighway
One of the most important working parts of Stanford Hospital is practically invisible ― and its invention dates back more than 200 years. Seven thousand times a day, in four miles of tubing laced efficiently behind walls from basement to rooftop, a pneumatic tube system shuttles foot-long containers carrying everything from blood to medication. In […]
CPS Series offers Cylinder Postion Swiches
NITRA announced its new product, the CPS Series of pneumatic cylinder position switches. Using state-of-the-art AMR magnetic sensing technology, these switches are designed for use with pneumatic cylinders that have a magnet incorporated in the cylinder piston. They can be used to provide cylinder position indication, cycle count or to confirm operation. The NITRA CPS […]
New Pneumatic Side Action Grips Announced
A new line of pneumatic grips designed with features to enhance gripping performance, usability, and operator safety was announced today by Instron. The series offers a versatile gripping solution for a wide range of materials including plastics, metals, textiles, paper, and foil. The 2712-04x Series Pneumatic Grips are available in 1, 2, 5, and 10 […]