The 2014 NFPA Conference at the Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa, held on the sunny southeast coast of Florida this week, has been an excellent educational event, in addition to the always-excellent networking opportunities. I found one of the most interesting talks to be from Peter Zeihan of Zeihan on Geopolitics. His talk, “Powers […]
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Miniature pressure regulator for corrosive environments
The Fairchild Model 55 compact precision polymer pressure regulator is designed for high performance applications where space or weight may be limited or material compatibility concerns dictate the use of a polymer construction regulator. It features a separate control chamber that isolates the diaphragm from the main flow and a non-rising adjustment knob for controlled […]
Clippard Announces New President and Board Members
The Board of Directors at Clippard Instrument Laboratory announce the appointment of William L. Clippard, III as Chairman of the Board, Robert L. Clippard as Vice Chairman of the Board, and John Campbell as President, reporting to the board. Founded in 1941 by Leonard Clippard and incorporated in 1946, Clippard Instrument Laboratory has long been […]
Parker and Flexibility Engineering Launch Compact Anysize™
Parker Hannifin Corporation, the globally known in motion and control technologies, and material handling equipment builder Flexibility Engineering have collaborated to create a new model of the Patented Anysize™ pneumatic-based positioning system. The initial Anysize technology has had a five year record of success and is now found on almost every pneumatic PET conveyor line. […]
Chicago Pneumatic appoints JC Lecocq as Senior Vice President, NA
Chicago Pneumatic announced the appointment of Jean-Christophe (JC) as the Senior Vice President for Mexico, Canada and U.S. sales and operations. JC will be based out of Chicago Pneumatic’s Rock Hill, S.C., office, and will be responsible for developing new business opportunities and building strategic relationships, while executing procedures and implementing policies to drive efficiency […]
Ace Controls celebrates 50 years of shock absorber innovation
It’s not everyday that you get to be a part of history. So last summer, when I was invited to take a day-trip to Farmington Hills, Mich. to celebrate with Ace Controls on its 50th anniversary, I was glad to make the trip. The company, which is known for developing the world’s first adjustable shock […]
Fluid Power Industry Leaders Set to Gather for 2014 NFPA Annual Conference
Industry leaders from across the fluid power supply chain will converge on Manalapan, Florida February 3-5, 2014 for the 2014 Annual Conference of the National Fluid Power Association (NFPA). The conference is widely regarded as one of the best opportunities for industry decision-makers to come together for education and networking. According to NFPA CEO, Eric […]
New Airpot website features “Accurate Force Pneumatics” components and systems
Airpot introduces its updated website at www.airpot.com with all the latest Airpot low- and zero – friction actuators, air cylinders, dashpots, piston – cylinder sets, snubbers, air treatment components, and optimized systems. The new site includes detailed specifications and information on Airpot’s Accurate Force Pneumatics (AFP) packages. These optimized systems aid design engineers in selecting […]
ROSS CONTROLS® Offers New Online Ordering Option
ROSS CONTROLS is proud to announce that it now offers a new online ordering option for distributors and direct clients in the United States. This new capability allows them to enter purchase orders into ROSS’ system at any time, 24 hours a day. Distributors can then check the status of any open purchase orders (even […]
TraceParts helps Ross Controls with Self-service 3D Models
Ross Controls is an international manufacturer of pneumatic valves, controls systems, and safety products for the fluid power industry. When Ross wanted to organize their 3D product models and make those models available on a self-service basis, they turned to TraceParts for assistance. “Before our product models were available on TracePartsOnline.net, our customers had to […]