Aventics aims to simplify configuration and ordering processes for complete pneumatics solutions through digitalization. All its tools are available free of charge online, from configuration programs to product information, CAD data and calculation tools, up to the energy savings calculator. Engineers and buyers can use its “CylinderFinder” to simplify selection of the right cylinder for their […]
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New Clean Line pneumatic ISO cylinders for hygienic applications
The new CCL-IC series of compact pneumatic ISO cylinders are suitable for applications with limited installation space, combined with increased hygiene requirements. Their hygienic design makes them suitable for applications in food and beverage. With nine bore sizes, the CCL-IC series of compact pneumatic ISO cylinder covers the broadest range available on the market for […]
Pneumatic design 101: Go with the flow
The benefits of pneumatic power can be realized by following some basic pneumatic design rules for specifying air preparation units, actuators and valves. Contributed by Chip McDaniel, Educational Specialist at AutomationDirect Compressed air use by industrial machines is a close second to the use of electricity in terms of cost, and well ahead of other […]
Why compact air cylinders are still important
The “less is more” trend seems to be prevalent in the pneumatic actuator market, as real estate on OEM equipment is at a premium. Compact air cylinder go back to the late 1950s, and satisfy the need for short stroke, low profile, compact actuators that have to fit in very tight spaces. In fact, this […]
Robust pneumatics helps packaging manufacturer set it then forget it
Elopak equips fully aseptic filling machine with robust pneumatics. By Xavier van Aelst, Director Food & Beverage and Christian Broich, Sales Engineer, AVENTICS GmbH, Laatzen, Germany Machines for filling consumer-friendly containers with milk or juice have to work around the clock, and disruptions and downtime are not at all welcome. For this reason, availability plays […]
How does humidity affect the performance of a pneumatic cylinder?
Humidity in the atmosphere affects cylinder performance in two ways because humidity in the air—it’s moisture that is trapped in atmospheric air. One, you’re compressing it, so when you compress it into a air compressor, it tends to settle out and you have to do something with it. Any type of air compressor system has […]
IMI Norgren introduces ISOLine range of cylinders
Built on reliable and robust technology, the ISOLine of pneumatic cylinders offers a fit and forget system that simplifies installation, with new technology as standard. It also provides a longer service life and reduced maintenance costs. Features include: • Comprehensive range for all applications • Cylinders and mounting that conform to ISO 15552 • All […]
What is a pancake cylinder?
There are many kinds of compact cylinders available in the marketplace—these pneumatic actuators have been shortened relative to standard pneumatic cylinders. In fact, they can be as much as 50% shorter than the normal cylinder, but still maintain the capacity to exert the same force as their larger counterparts. The “Pancake cylinder” was the original […]
Bimba enhances “Blue and Improved” cylinder line with Blue and Improved Flat-1, including 19 new features
Bimba today announced the release of the latest in its cutting-edge, compact air cylinders—the Blue and Improved Flat-1. “Blue (as in New) and Improved” designates Bimba products that have been redesigned to offer enhancements applying the most recent advances in design technology. The Blue and Improved Flat-1 features 19 new product enhancements such as permanent […]
Safe pneumatic system design
Consider the following safety and design choices for control of pneumatic systems in automated equipment. By Pat Phillips • Product Manager, Fluid Power & Mechanical Products at AutomationDirect A safe pneumatic system design starts at the connection to a machine’s air preparation hardware and continues to correctly pairing valves with cylinders. This article reviews the […]
