The DV Series was designed as the next generation of Clippard’s original EV line of “Mouse” valves. The DV-3 line of Minimatic electronic valves are 3-way control valves, using a patented valving principle. With a solid, sleek design, high flow rates and a cycle life of over a billion, these valves are suitable for many applications across numerous diverse […]
Increased uptime with integrated controls ejector
Piab updates its piCOMPACT range, a manifold-mounted and functional ejector system based on the energy-efficient COAX technology. By working at low feed pressure and maximizing the utilization rate of the compressed air, the COAX ejectors reduce energy consumption for manufacturers while increasing productivity and reliability. Components in the piCOMPACT range are suitable for pick-and-place operations […]
Miniature proportional pinch valve
When Resolution Air, Ltd. (Cincinnati, OH) started researching components for their new line of Miniature Proportional Pinch Valves (MPPV), they looked for ruggedness and quality first. The valves were being designed to deliver tight specifications for high-resolution flow control for integration into portable and handheld equipment in a variety of key industries, including bio-chemical, food […]
New options for integrated controls ejector
Piab has two product options for the piCOMPACT range. The first is an industry-standard M8 6-pin connection option. This threaded connection allows more pull force on the connection. This is suitable for moving and vibrating applications, such as robotic applications. The second option is an air valve with “clean room” housing. The unit can manage higher […]
Membrane technology flexes its muscle – precisely
The method of reinforcing elastic items with fibers made of different materials and thus influencing their properties has been around for a long time. Car tires, for example, are given stability and robustness in this way, and garden hoses their flexible and resistant shape. Festo has developed this principle further, resulting in the Fluidic Muscle, […]
CFC Industrial Training celebrates 25 year milestone
Fairfield, OH based CFC Industrial Training, a division of CFC Solar, Inc., has reached a major milestone, celebrating 25 years of providing industrial skills training and consulting for companies across the US, Europe, Latin America and the Middle East. “We have been blessed with a wonderful team of highly skilled trainers, support staff, partners and […]
Large diameter pneumatic cylinder gets revamped
Festo introduced today the DSBG line of ISO 15552 large diameter tie rod cylinders in 160 and 200 mm sizes, with sizes 250 and 320mm available in June. Festo utilized software modeling tools to design this new series of large pneumatic cylinders. DSBG cylinders are quieter, cost less, and are more durable than the cylinders […]
Mounting elements for EOAT
Piab’s line of mounting elements offer an easy way to install suction cups and accessories at the correct working position without the cost of engineering time or sourcing from another supplier. The complete program consists of Mounting brackets (MB), Height adjusters (HA), Suction cup rod extensions (SE) and Level compensators (LC). The parts are designed […]
Critical safety functions within pneumatic systems
As machine builders become more adept at the science of applying newer safety standards—such as ISO 13849—to their designs, they’ve started to take a deeper look at safety within their systems. Here are five of the most common safety functions within pneumatic systems. 1. Protection against unintended startup Potentially the most common of all pneumatic […]
Clippard MAR-1 series miniature pressure regulators
When Clippard introduced a miniature regulator in 1962, the MAR-1 became very popular as a simple, robust, and cost-effective regulator in a small package with exceptionally long life. As regulator applications continue to increase, Clippard is meeting the demand with a variety of new models, options and improvements. Regulators are offered in either relieving or non-relieving versions. The […]
