The NITRA line of pneumatic components now includes additional fittings and valves for use with polyurethane and nylon tubing. The ME and MS series fittings include two additional male straight and two male elbows with #10-32 thread. Added sizes include 5/32” and ¼” and are sold in packages of five starting at $4.25. The MEL […]
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Clippard Introduces New Push/Pull Valves
Clippard Instrument Laboratory, Inc., introduces a new line of manually-operated Push/Pull Valves. These new spool valves are available in both 3- and 4- way configurations. Available in detent or momentary versions, these new valves provide the flexibility for unlimited applications. And, with an operating temperature of 32 to 140°F and an operating pressure of 0 […]
Electro-pneumatic Positioners
The Series 6A line of Intelligent Electro-Pneumatic Positioners offer precise flow control and digital communication. For use with either double or single acting pneumatic actuators, the positioners can accept an analog 4-20 mA input or BUS intelligent HART, FOUNDATION Fieldbus™ or PROFIBUS PA input. Both waterproof (NEMA 4, 4X/IP66) and explosion proof (NEMA 4, 4X, […]
Adjustable Air-powered Venturi Vacuum Pumps from Anver
Hudson, MA – A new line of adjustable air-powered, venturi vacuum pumps that are designed for handling porous materials and operating in contaminated environments is being introduced by Anver Corporation. Anver Q-VDF Series Adjustable Vacuum Pumps feature a diffuser section which can be rotated by the user to control the compressed air flow and provide […]
Keep an Eye on the Race-not just the Finish Line-with Transparent Pneumatics
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Pneumatic Position Feedback Cylinders
Monee, IL – Bimba Manufacturing announces the introduction of its new non-contact pneumatic position feedback cylinders, for applications that previous technology could not address. Unlike traditional pneumatic feedback technology, the PFCN models are resistant to the effects of moisture, oil, airborne debris, dust and airline contamination. In addition, each cylinder is factory calibrated for precise […]
Pneumatic Cylinders Help Increase Palletizer Speed by 26%
Philip Vivirito is Industrial Distribution Manager for Parker Hannifin Corporation Speed is critical in material-handling operations. St. Louis-based FKI Logistex, a leading supplier of palletizers and depalletizers to the material handling industry, needed to increase speed rates on the case turner component of some of its palletizer products in response to customer specifications. These high-speed […]
