The breast pump’s last significant redesign was in 1956, the year Elvis Presley released his first single. That changed in 2015 when, while on vacation, Samantha Rudolph read The New York Times blog article that asked, “Shouldn’t the breast pump be as elegant as an iPhone and as quiet as a Prius by now?” Although […]
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ASCO expands Numatics G3 and 580 Series to support 128 solenoid valves
ASCO has announced that its Numatics G3 Series and Numatics 580 Series electronic platforms have been expanded to control up to 128 solenoid valves on a single valve manifold assembly. The expanded G3 and 580 Series platforms feature flexible and cost-effective process control architecture that permits the design engineer or end-use specifier to optimize the […]
ASCO introduces Numatics 502 Series directional control valves
ASCO has introduced the Numatics 502 Series pneumatic directional control valves with high flow rates and the broadest range of components and accessories. The 502 Series joins a family of high-performance sub-base mounted directional control valves (501 Series and 503 Series) that have higher flow rates; less power consumption; and exceptionally easy on-site installation, configuration, […]
ASCO introduces 617 series SentronicLP electronic pressure regulator for low-power applications
ASCO has introduced the ASCO Numatics 617 Series SentronicLP proportional electronic regulator for accurate pneumatic pressure control in applications with limited power supplies. “The 617 Series’ 4-W power consumption offers design and control engineers a highly reliable and cost-effective solution for pressure regulation in low-power environments,” said Andy Duffy, vice president sales – Americas, ASCO. […]
ASCO’s Engineering Scholarship deadline is approaching
U.S. students pursuing a degree in engineering are urged to apply for the 2017 ASCO Engineering Scholarship by March 31. ASCO will award two $5,000 scholarships to U.S. engineering students, provide $1,000 grants to their college’s engineering departments, and host the students at “The Amazing Packaging Race” at PACK EXPO International in 2017. Applications are […]
ASCO introduces integrated automation solutions with ready-to-install pneumatic assemblies
ASCO has introduced ASCO Numatics Integrated Automation Solutions—customized assemblies of best-in-class electrical and pneumatic components designed to meet specific customer needs. “Leveraging ASCO’s 127 years of expertise, our customized integrated solutions offer original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) the convenience and cost savings of engineered, pre-assembled, tested, and ready-to-install pneumatics packages,” said Robert W. Kemple, Jr., executive […]
ASCO opens its annual Industrial Automation Engineering Scholarship program
Now in its ninth year, ASCO has begun accepting applications for its 2016 Industrial Automation Engineering Scholarship program. The deadline for application is April 3. ASCO will award two $5,000 scholarships to U.S. engineering students, provide $1,000 grants to their college’s engineering departments, and host the students at “The Amazing Packaging Race” at PACK EXPO […]
Direct Acting Solenoid Valves Have Higher AC & DC Pressure Ratings
ASCO introduced its 8262/8263 Series two-way and 8314 Series three-way direct acting solenoid valves with increased AC and DC pressure ratings and real-time online configuration and ordering. The two-way valves are ideal for applications in industrial and agricultural machinery, food products machinery, laundry and dishwashing appliances, and medical and analytical instruments. The three-way valves are […]
Gas Shut-Off Valves Have Compact Double Valve Footprint
ASCO Numatics introduced a new family of ASCO modular gas safety shut-off valves with a compact double valve footprint and the industry’s highest flow rates. The valves are ideal for boilers, furnaces, ovens, heating equipment, gas generators, and kilns used in commercial and industrial applications. ASCO’s modular gas safety shut-off valves are available in two […]
