Hydac Technology (www.hydacusa.com) has unveiled its bladder accumulators which consist of either forged or welded pressure vessel, the armatures for the fluid-side or gas-side connection and accumulator bladders. These hydropneumatic accumulators feature a flexible bladder, which serves as the separation element between the operating fluid and the compressible gas cushion. When the pressure increases, the […]
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ΊΪΑΟ³ΤΉΟ rotary actuators from Fabco-Air
Two styles of rack-and-pinion rotary actuators have minimum backlash and features including magnetic pistons and adjustable air cushions. Rectangular body design has end caps with ports and rotation adjustment screws. Choose from bore sizes 16~40mm and adjustable rotation angles of 90Β° and 180Β°. Find an industrial interchange and prices in Catalog #FRA.C-09. For more information, […]
Bimbaβs Pneu-Turn Rotary Actuator offers corrosion resistant components
Bimba (www.bimba.com) has introduced a compact rotary actuator that features corrosion resistant components β the Pneu-Turn Rotary Actuator. Pre-lubricated at the factory for maintenance-free operation, the Pneu-Turn Rotary Actuator is designed with 4301 stainless steel cylinder body for maximum seal life. It comes with an optional adjustable cushion, which helps control deceleration at the end […]
ΊΪΑΟ³ΤΉΟ control valves from Fabco-Air
High-flow control valves are offered in air pilot and solenoid models that can be used with or without lubrication. Available with 1/8, 1/4, 3/8, and 1/2 inch NPT ports, they feature 2 and 3-position spools and manifold mounting up to 10 valves per stack. Single and double solenoid models are available in most common voltages. […]
ΊΪΑΟ³ΤΉΟs is key to human-robotic actuation
When the future doesnβt pan out quite the way that movies or television envisioned it, people often complain about the absence of items available todayβfrom flying cars to wristwatch TVs to lifelike robotics. While Ford has yet to announce the 2014 Floating Taurus and Apple hasnβt quite perfected the wearable iTV, automation technology expert Festo […]
Beswick ultra-miniature M3 threaded quick disconnects weigh only 3.4g
Beswick Engineering (www.beswick.com) unveiled its latest ultra-miniature M3 threaded quick disconnect assembly, which consists of a stainless steel external end and a brass internal end. With the entire assembly weighing a very minimal 3.4 grams, M3βs internal end is fitted with a M3 internal thread as well as an automatic shut-off valve. It only measures […]
Piabβs vacuum ejectors reduce energy consumption
Piab (www.piab.com) offers the first functional and manifold-mounted ejector system that is based on COAX MICRO technology, the piCOMPACT10 range. By maximizing the use of compressed air and working at low feed pressure, the COAX ejectors increase reliability and productivity while reducing energy consumption. Unlike conventional ejectors, the products in the piCOMPACT10 range are lighter […]
Pocket-friendly SMC pneumatic actuator sensors
SMCβs (www.smcusa.com) D-M9*W series pneumatic sensor helps end users reduce costs in two ways with its ability to be directly mounted to the actuator and two color indicator. Its direct mounting design provides flexibility while effectively eliminating heavy installation work. To set the D-M9*W series, position first the sensor and tighten its built-in set screw […]
Festo offers energy self-sufficient automation solution for water technology
Festo (www.festo.com) has introduced a pneumatic, storm water holding tank solution that uses solar and wind energy to generate electricity. This energy self-sufficient solution eliminates the need for operators to manually open and close the valves to drain the stored water, effectively saving money and time. The system stores energy, which is used to operate […]
ΊΪΑΟ³ΤΉΟ Valves equipped with central M12 connector
Parker Hannifinβs (www.parker.com) Isys HA and HB ISO 15407-1 valves feature a central four-pin M12 connector that offers a single electrical connection for double sand single solenoid through a cord set linked to an I/O distribution block or an M12 fieldbus output module. Eliminating conduit runs and wire pulling, the cord set optimizes line management […]
