Clippard Instrument Laboratory, Inc. introduces the new Analytical Series electronic valves. Available in 2-way or 3-way, normally closed or fully ported, the valves are designed for the specific needs of the analytical industry, and for applications where cleanliness is especially important. The βA-Eβ Series pneumatic valves utilize a unique patented valve system that has been […]
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Eight advances youβll see in pneumatic cylinders by 2018
As 2012 draws to a close, letβs look forward to see what some fluid power manufacturers predict weβll be seeing in the pneumatic cylinder marketplace over the next five years. Just because the technology is a mature one doesnβt mean that there arenβt some interesting developments on the proverbial horizon. The top three trends: 1. […]
Newly Revamped Blowoff Guide by EXAIR
EXAIR’s updated Blowoff Guide helps you pick out the proper Air Nozzle and Safety Air Gun to get your job done right. Did you know that a single typical open pipe blowoff on your production line could be costing you more than USD $1,800 per year? Did you know that that same open pipe could […]
The 7 biggest mistakes engineers make in designing compressed air systems
1. Choosing line sizes that are too small for the desired air flow. This includes the interconnecting piping from compressor discharge to the header and the distribution lines conveying air to production areas and within the equipment found there. Undersized piping restricts the flow and reduces the discharge pressure, thereby robbing the user of expensive […]
Manufacturer insight: Humphrey Products
Founded more than 100 years ago in Kalamazoo, Mich., Humphrey Products has a long history of innovations, dating back to the commercialization of gaslight products in 1901. Several products came from the innovative inventions of the Humphrey family, including Radiantfire gas heaters, gas fired rotisseries and gas water heaters. By the 1930s, Humphrey expanded into […]
High-speed cylinder customized for beverage application
For more than six decades, Nason has provided pneumatic and hydraulicΒ pressure devices to a variety of industries. More than a decade ago, Nason tookΒ the knowledge gained from designing and manufacturing custom devicesΒ for quality, long life products and applied it to pneumatic and hydraulicΒ automation products. Nasonβs expertise and customization capabilities areΒ what drew a North American provider […]
Manufacturer insight: NewAge Industries
In 1954, Raymond Baker, a young salesman-turned-entrepreneur purchased a small company that manufactured and imported metal hardness testing equipment. The following year, while on a business trip in England, Baker found a revolutionary new product that he felt was just what was needed back in the U.S.βa clear, nylon braid reinforced, flexible PVC hose. It […]
Clippard introduces new stainless steel cylinders
CincinnatiβClippard Instrument Laboratory announced the new 9/16-in. bore stainless steel cylinder. Available in stud or universal mount, double, single or reverse acting, rotating or non-rotating rod, with standard stroke lengths up to 4-in. This new cylinder comes complete with all of the standard features found on Clippardβs other stainless steel cylinder sizes, including: β’ Polished […]
Pressure relief valve offers high flow capacity
The Lee Companyβs new Hi-Q Pressure Relief Valve is designed for applications that require both a high relief pressure and a high flow rate in a compact package.
Bimba Manufacturing acquires Pneumadyne
Bimba Manufacturing Co. announced the completion of its acquisition of Pneumadyne Inc. Headquartered in Plymouth, MN, Pneumadyne has been a manufacturer of pneumatic components and control systems
