Vacuum technology is essential for safely handling food products without damage or waste. Justin Katz β’ Manager, Vacuum Automation Components Group β’ Schmalz Inc. β’ Raleigh, N.C. The world wastes about 1.4 billion tons of food every year, according to the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization. The United States alone annually discards nearly 40 […]
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Where are electropneumatic flow controllers used?
By Justin Fluegel, Contributor Flow in a fluid power system is synonymous with the velocity of an actuator. Electro-pneumatic flow control valves are used in applications where it is important to control the revolutions per minute of a pneumatic motor or speed of the linear actuator in machinery, such as this plastic roll machine.Β Both […]
Compressed air fail: Donβt forget the dryer!
A pump manufacturer implemented a new compressor control strategy that was intended to save energy.Β The c0mpany had three compressors running β one fixed speed unit and two VSD style units β and found after studying the system they only needed two compressors to feed the load.Β Savings could be gained by automatically turning a […]
What is the best compressed air adjustment location?
A common question posed to compressed air experts is βWhat component should I adjust to get my compressed air system running more efficientlyβ? The common answer is, βYou should adjust that thing located between your ears.β Compressed air professionals commonly find poorly maintained and incorrectly adjusted equipment when they visit their customersβ compressor rooms.Β And […]
Norgren offers valve manifold series with Ethernet protocols, IO-Link connectivity
Norgrenβs portfolio of VR Series valve manifold solutions has expanded with a comprehensive array of connectivity options for industrial users. With new communication protocols, Norgrenβs valve offering paves the way for a complete connected pneumatic solution as well as a one-stop-shop for valve manifolds. Adding to the existing Multipole connectivity option, the VR Series now […]
Compressed air fail: Regulator size
An industrial component manufacturer had a system of five compressors located in an interconnected system spread between two buildings. The system pressure of the system was constantly running near 120 psi because of some critical high-pressure applications. Most of the production machinery was rated at 90 psi pressure. The facility manager was sure something could […]
Piab launches piSOFTGRIP 100-4, largest gripper of series
The piSOFTGRIP 100-4 has four gripping fingers and a vacuum cavity allowing it to hold objects up to 100mm (3.93 in.) in width. Like all other members of the piSOFTGRIP family, it is made in one piece, resulting in a simple and robust product. Made in detectable silicone approved for direct contact with food, the […]
Compressed air fail: Sizing bigger
A seed cleaning company was looking to expand its operations by purchasingΒ new compressed air using equipment. Plant people spoke with the sales engineer β who informed them that each proposed cleaning machine required a minimum of 50 cfm of compressed air.Β Doing quick addition in his head, the engineer calculated they would need a […]
Why manufacturers are walking on air with IIoT
Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) technologies are placing compressed air systems front and center, despite usually being in the shadows. Contributed by Graham Coats, Sales Director at CMC Until very recently, the air compressor has been nothing but a workhorse; a key tool in the manufacturerβs toolbox, certainly, but one thatβs kept away in the […]
Tsunami Compressed Air Solutions announces four new products for 2022
Tsunami Compressed Air Solutions has four new products ready to order for the new year β adding more capacity and customization to its product line. Tsunamiβs new products include: an 80 cfm Pure Series Dryer, an 800 cfm Oil Coalescing Filter, a 120 cfm Activated Carbon Filter, and a pneumatic drain option for the Tsunami […]
