Users often make the choice of drive technologyβpneumatic or electricβon the basis of experience alone. However, in order to identify the most energy-efficient customer solution in the field of automation, a technology-neutral comparison is required.
ROSS Controls acquires Michigan-based DECCO
ROSS Controls announced that it acquired the assets of the Detroit Coil Co., known in the marketplace as DECCO, on December 30, 2011. The history of the two companies has been intertwined, as DECCO has supplied components to ROSS for many decades.
Shock absorbers for sub-zero environments
For applications that need deceleration performance at sub-zero temperatures, ACE Controls’ MAGNUM 45-LT (Low Temp) Series industrial shock absorbers are suited for the job.
Stepper-controlled pneumatic proportional valve
Using a robust and powerful linear actuator, the high-flow stepper-controlled 2-way pneumatic proportional valve features excellent performance and durability.
NFPA webinar to explore pneumatic system design
Designers of pneumatic systems will have the opportunity to learn from a leading expert on ISO 4414 by joining the National Fluid Power Association for the first in a series of six one-hour webinars, to be held on January 26, 2012 starting at 2:00 p.m. Easter.
2011 in review
When 2011 started, I would have expected that the triennial IFPE show would have been the talk of the year. And the show was an impressive one, with more than 400 exhibitors, 100,000+ attendees at the combined co-located shows (including CONEXPO and CON/AGG) and a wonderful technical conference. But what I find perhaps most significant for the industry was how three of the main fluid power organizations came together in a joint effort to discuss efficiency.
SimpleCAD’s fluid power symbol libraries compatible with AutoCAD 2013
SimpleCAD has announced that it is preparing many of their industrial block libraries for the new AutoCAD 2013 release expected to arrive in spring 2012. SimpleCAD completed 2013 testing on one of their flagship products called the CAD-SYM library. The block library is comprised of electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic control systems.
Peter Paul Electronics unveils new website, logo, training program
New Britain, Conn.βPeterPaul has introduced new branding starting with our new logo which builds on its history andΒ commitment to continuous improvement. It incorporates an evolved double P, our traditional blue, quality andΒ strength in stainless steel. It is slanted indicating forward movement; speed and progress. The website is easy to use. The valve specification processes provide […]
All-stainless-steel cylinders now offered in 12 bore sizes
Bimba Manufacturing Co. has announced the expansion of its industry-leading Original Line product series. Previously available in only 4 bore sizes, Bimba extended its All Stainless Original Line series to now include all 12 bore sizes currently available across the product line (5/16- through 3-in. bore).
New technical standards available from NFPA
Three new technical documents have recently been published and are now available from the National Fluid Power Association (NFPA): Fluid power connectors and associated components – Nominal outside diameters of tubes and nominal hose sizes; ΊΪΑΟ³ΤΉΟ fluid power β Cylinders β Single-rod short-stroke cylinders, 1 000 kPa (10 bar) series, bores from 20 mm to 100 mm; and Hydraulic fluid power β Pressure switches β Mounting surfaces (second edition).
