Clippard Instrument Laboratory Inc. has introduced the new JPC Series check valves. The JPC series utilizes Clippard’s superior poppet design and provides a variety of port configurations.
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Ashcroft introduces compact, multi-application pressure switch
A Series pressure switch is 316 stainless steel construction, a weatherproof IP67 enclosure and an operating temp from -40°C to 100°C (-40°F to 212°F).
Finding and measuring pneumatic leaks
Leaks can be a significant source of wasted energy in a pneumatic system. If compressed air were hydraulic fluid, leaks would be so visible we’d ensure their reduction.
Air is money—cutting pneumatics operating costs
Pneumatic installations frequently do not include any monitoring facilities—a serious error, as 79% of the costs of compressed air are accounted for by the electricity used for generation and preparation.
New electronic vacuum switch has dual LCD display
Piab has introduced a new three-color display electronic vacuum switch for system monitoring and saving energy. The switch has a 3-color LCD display
AutomationDirect expands tubing and fittings offering in pneumatics line
AutomationDirect has added new models of tubing and fittings to its NITRA line of pneumatic components, as well as blow guns and aluminum manifolds.
Technology-neutral selection of electric and pneumatic drives
Users often make the choice of drive technology—pneumatic or electric—on the basis of experience alone. However, in order to identify the most energy-efficient customer solution in the field of automation, a technology-neutral comparison is required.
Stepper-controlled pneumatic proportional valve
Using a robust and powerful linear actuator, the high-flow stepper-controlled 2-way pneumatic proportional valve features excellent performance and durability.
2011 in review
When 2011 started, I would have expected that the triennial IFPE show would have been the talk of the year. And the show was an impressive one, with more than 400 exhibitors, 100,000+ attendees at the combined co-located shows (including CONEXPO and CON/AGG) and a wonderful technical conference. But what I find perhaps most significant for the industry was how three of the main fluid power organizations came together in a joint effort to discuss efficiency.
All-stainless-steel cylinders now offered in 12 bore sizes
Bimba Manufacturing Co. has announced the expansion of its industry-leading Original Line product series. Previously available in only 4 bore sizes, Bimba extended its All Stainless Original Line series to now include all 12 bore sizes currently available across the product line (5/16- through 3-in. bore).