Anver Corporation introduces a new fail-safe, dual circuit vacuum lifter that incorporates two vacuum systems in one for handling high-value loads that absolutely cannot be dropped. Anver’s Dual Circuit Vacuum Lifter features all-welded steel construction and is powered by two independent vacuum system circuits, including check valves for each, two separate reservoirs, and filters. Designed […]
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Norgren Recognized for Contribution to 2010 Colorado FIRST Robotics Competition
Norgren announced it has been recognized as a ‘Gold’ level contributor to the FIRST Robotics Organization for its donation of pneumatic valves and regulators. The FIRST Colorado Regional competition took place at the University of Denver Ritchie Center Thursday, March 25, 2010, through Saturday, March 27, 2010. Since 2006 Norgren has contributed pneumatic regulators and […]
Avoiding mistakes with Teflon hose
Teflon hose is seldom specified for routine hydraulic or pneumatic systems, but dominates in aerospace and tough industrial environments. Here’s how to choose the right hose and avoid several common mistakes while doing so. Hoses made with a core of Teflon® (PTFE) deliver out-standing performance under severe conditions. That’s why they are found in places […]
Bimba Introduces its First Rod-Type Electric Actuator
Monee, IL — Bimba announces the introduction of its first ever, rod-type electric actuator, the Original Line Electric (OLE). OLE actuators are designed, built, and tested to provide the longest life, greatest durability, highest speed, and most thrust per dollar. With speeds up to 22 inches per second, strokes to 18 inches standard, and thrusts […]
Enfield Technologies Makes Proportional Pneumatic Control More Affordable
Thanks to some innovative engineering, Enfield Technologies has reached an important goal – making a complete proportional pneumatic control system much more affordable. A basic positioning system includes a proportional valve and control electronics manufactured by Enfield Technologies paired with a pneumatic actuator and a position sensor provided by a variety of highly regarded partner […]
North American Pneumatic Actuators Markets Report Released
Research and Markets has announced the addition of Frost & Sullivan’s new report “North American Pneumatic Actuators Markets” to their offering. This report titled North American Pneumatic Actuators Market provides the market dynamics of complete pneumatic product segment such as NFPA, non-repairable, mini/compact, rodless, rotary, slide, ISO VDMA type of actuators. In this research, Frost […]
Major Hydraulics & Pnuematics Award Given For 2009
Haldex has won the Swedish Association for Hydraulics and Pneumatics’ Major Hydraulics and Pneumatics Award for 2009 for its hydraulic coupling for all-wheel drive systems, Generation 5. The prize of SEK 100,000 has been awarded to Bo Lundström, Haldex Traction AB, and Lars Severinsson of Severinssons Maskinkonsult AB for their work on the integration of […]
Leadership in Engineering
Leadership in Engineering This is the 3rd annual Leadership event announcing the winners in the 2009 Leadership Awards Program. The Design World User Community have cast their votes and we are pleased to announce the winners. ADVANCED MATERIALS Da/Pro Rubber is a custom manufacturer of precision rubber, TPE, and plastic molding products. The proprietary Da/Pro […]
Nicor Gas recieves Award for Implementing Pneumatics
NICOR Gas received the Southern Gas Association’s (SGA) 2009 Environmental Excellence Technology Award for a project that helps save energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions through replacing “high bleed” pneumatic controls throughout the company’s pipeline system. Pneumatic controls manage both the pressure and volume of natural gas flowing through the system. During 2008, Nicor Gas’ […]
Pneumatic Safety Certifications updated with Ross Controls
TROY, MI – ROSS CONTROLS is pleased to announce that its DM2® Series C safety valves have received third-party certification from the BG (Berufsgenossenschaften- German Institute for Occupational Safety and Health). On July 8, 2009, the BG deemed the DM2® Series C products suitable for ISO 13849-1:2006 Category 4 PL e applications. The ISO 13849-1:2006 […]
