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Energy savings modules provide soft start capabilities, non-fieldbus economy

December 9, 2020 By Mary Gannon Leave a Comment

Festo compressed air energy saving modules

Festo has expanded its intelligent pneumatic energy savings platform beyond the MSE6-E2M (E2M) with two new modules — the MSE6-C2M (C2M) and the MSE6-D2M (D2M). These modules can pay for themselves in less than a year with the energy savings accrued. The platform provides actionable information that supports quality production. The modules in this platform […]

Filed Under: Air Preparation, Equipment, Featured, Regulators Tagged With: festo

How can you increase FRL efficiency?

June 23, 2020 By Mary Gannon 1 Comment

Festo FRL efficiency

FRLs are combination devices used to treat compressed air by filtering it, regulating its pressure levels and lubricating any pneumatic tools or equipment that use it. These devices require careful selection and care to ensure long-lasting, efficient operation. Here are some keys to maximizing the efficiency of your FRLs. Understand proper sizing and selection. Sizing […]

Filed Under: Air Preparation, Blog, Equipment, Featured, Regulators

Excelon modular air preparation products for industrial applications

November 5, 2019 By Mary Gannon Leave a Comment

IMI-Norgren Excelon modular air preparation Plus-Family

Now machine designers and plant engineers have more options than ever for using new Excelon Plus filters, regulators and lubricators in their compressed air systems available in 1/4, 3/8, 1/2 and 3/4 in. port sizes. The compact and lightweight designs are robust and suitable for all industrial applications. Excelon Plus has been designed with safety […]

Filed Under: Air Preparation, Equipment, Regulators Tagged With: iminorgren, imiprecisionengineering

Coalescing filter/regulator combo removes liquid aerosols and particles

September 5, 2019 By Mary Gannon Leave a Comment

Control Air type FA10 coalescing filter and the type FA12 filter regulator/coalescing filter combo

ControlAir Inc. has introduced the new type FA10 coalescing filter and the type FA12 filter regulator/coalescing filter combo. The type FA10 coalescing filter is specifically designed to remove liquid aerosols and sub-micron particles from compressed air. The type FA12 filter regulator with Coalescing Filter combines the coalescing filter with a high performance filter regulator in […]

Filed Under: Air Preparation, Equipment, Regulators Tagged With: controlair

Festo features sanitary pneumatic design solutions at Pack Expo

August 29, 2019 By Mary Gannon Leave a Comment

MPA-C valve terminals are rated IP69K and can be mounted directly on a machine. These terminals are designed for cleanability.

At Pack Expo September 23 to 25 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, Festo will be showing pneumatic and electric products compliant with the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) guidelines on safely processing, holding, and packaging food. Visit Festo at Pack Expo Booth LS-6349 to see these technologies in person. It is vital that compressed […]

Filed Under: Actuators, Air Preparation, Cylinders, Equipment, Regulators, Valves Tagged With: festo

PRD3 series miniature pressure regulator

February 20, 2019 By Paul Heney Leave a Comment

The Beswick PRD3 series miniature pressure regulator builds on the proven technology of our award winning PRD2 regulator series. Improvements include: An enhanced regulating valve, larger 10-32 threaded inlet and outlet ports, and simplified internal construction. It is a suitable choice if your inlet pressure will decrease over time, as is typical when gas is […]

Filed Under: Regulators Tagged With: BeswickEngineering

ControlAir announces new precision air pressure regulator

February 20, 2019 By Paul Heney Leave a Comment

CA_T7000

ControlAir Inc. has announced the introduction of the new high flow capacity Type 7000 Precision Air Pressure Regulator. The Type 7000 is designed to provide the highest level of regulation accuracy and repeatability during variable high flow conditions. The large port size options and rugged construction make it suitable to be used in a wide range […]

Filed Under: Regulators Tagged With: controlair

Combination filter/regulator expands air prep line

January 28, 2019 By Mary Gannon Leave a Comment

IMI Norgren 17 Series B17 filter/regulator

A new filter/regulator combination unit from IMI Norgren is designed for filtering and regulating compressed air. It gives engineers and designers in industrial automation, energy, mining and other demanding industries greater flexibility and robust performance. The new B17 filter/regulator joins the IMI Norgren 17 Series of air preparation products, which has a forty-year track record […]

Filed Under: Air Preparation, Equipment, Regulators Tagged With: iminorgren, Norgren

FRLs reduce size and weight while simplifying installation and maintenance

January 18, 2019 By Mary Gannon Leave a Comment

IMI Norgren Excelon Plus FRL

The latest IMI Norgren air preparation equipment for industrial applications, the Excelon Plus modular filter/regulator/lubricator (FRL), delivers great performance and enhanced safety in a unit that is 20% smaller and 35% lighter. Safety elements of the new Excelon Plus include padlock features on both the shut-off valve and regulator to prevent tampering, and a double […]

Filed Under: Air Preparation, Equipment, Regulators Tagged With: imi, iminorgren, Norgren

The basics on designing with FRLs

December 18, 2018 By Mary Gannon Leave a Comment

Festo FRLs

FRLs are key in treating and conditioning downstream components to ensure high air quality in most pneumatic machinery. By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Often forsaken, the FRL appears in the bills of materials for commissioned pneumatic machinery, only to never be touched again or considered by the end-user. Even when penciled into the design of […]

Filed Under: Air Preparation, Equipment, Regulators

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