Peter Paul explosion hazardous location valves are used where fire or explosion hazards exist due to the presence of flammable gases or vapors, flammable liquids, combustible dust, or easily ignitable fibers. Hazardous location valves are recommended, or in some cases compulsory, where a high level of protection from explosion is required. For applications that require […]
Presenters Sought for Cutting-Edge Technology Zone at PTC Asia 2013
NFPA industry and university members planning to attend PTC Asia, October 28-31, 2013, in Shanghai, China, should know that they are invited to submit presentation ideas for the Cutting-Edge Technology Zone that will be hosted there by the China Hydraulics, Pneumatics and Seals Association (CHPSA). According to CHPSA: “The Cutting-Edge Technology Zone was successfully organized […]
NFPA’s Economic Update Webinar – Thursday, May 30th, 10:00 am Central
NFPA’s Economic Update webinars help members gain critical insight into the economic risks and opportunities facing their organization. Offered twice a year, these webinars are free to members. Andrew Duguay, Institute for Trend Research (ITR) Mr. Duguay will provide insights into the latest economic developments & future trends for the U.S. and global economy and […]
IVAC Drives Down Installation Time for Leading Manufacturer
A highly innovative range of pneumatic cylinders from Norgren, is bringing substantial operational and commercial benefits to a major manufacturer of surface finishing equipment and its customers. US-based Corrotec Inc. designs and manufactures custom-build process systems for the surface finishing industry, including zinc, chrome, copper, POP, nickel plating and anodising. The company builds system modules […]
Ark-Plas offers Polyurethane Tubing
Polyether-based polyurethane tubing offers excellent resistance to chemicals, kinking, abrasion, hydrolysis, oxidation, and ozone exposure. The company’s polyether-based polyurethane tubing excels in maintaining exceptional flexibility, high-impact strength, and above average performance in cold temperature. Generally stronger than ether-based tubing, ester-based polyurethane tubing features above average chemical resistance, a high level of resilience, and adequate energy […]
Barbed Tube to Port Fittings
All Ark-Plas Premium Grade Fittings are molded with the company’s “Premium Grade” technology. This means that every sealing surface on each barb is seamless all the way around, due to the lack of a parting line, eliminating flash or mold mismatch. Coupled with a high-quality manufacturing processes, “premium grade” technology helps to ensure a leak-proof […]
Solid-State Cylinder Switch from Festo
Festo is introducing the new SMT-8M-A solid-state cylinder switch for T-slot applications on pneumatic drives. The company’s new switch is fully optimized, harmonized, and tested for Festo pneumatic drive packages, which ensures high reliability and fast set up. Features of the SMT-8M-A: • Protection class IP 65/68/69K • Extended temperature sustainability range from -40°F to185°F (-40°C to […]
Pneumadyne Releases Full Line Catalog
Pneumadyne, a Bimba Manufacturing company, announced the release of its new Full Line catalog. The 238-page document includes details on both standard pneumatic components and custom product applications, along with images, technical drawings, performance data, product features and ordering information. Customers can request a free printed version of the catalog here. Bimba www.bimba.com
40% of NewAge Industries now owned by employees
The recent holidays were a time for togetherness and gift giving, and together the team members of NewAge Industries received an unexpected gift. The company’s CEO and majority shareholder, Ken Baker, recently announced that in early 2013 he will sell an additional ten percent of NewAge’s shares to the company’s ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), […]
Famic Technologies expands reach in South Korea
Famic Technologies Inc., creator of Automation Studio™, announced it has signed a distribution agreement with INROOT Corporation, a leading engineering software solution provider in South Korea. As an authorized distributor, INROOT will provide customer service and first level technical support throughout South Korea for Automation Studio™ P6 Professional Edition, Famic Technologies’ flagship product. Developed in […]