Hafner is offering one of the widest ranges of accessories for smart valve automationβcontrolled by an electro-pneumatic positioners. Products include: Type HVRZN 731 701 function: 5/2-way valve to override a positioner. By switching the hand lever, the actuator can be fully opened or closed. Type HVRZN 731 702 function: 5/3-way valve to override a positioner. […]
Components
Aventics expands product range to include intelligent compact ejectors with display
Aventics is expanding its project range for vacuum technology. In August 2017, the company will launch the ECD series with four compact ejectors. The new products, some of which are IO-Link-capable, will reduce air consumption significantly. The new ECD (Ejector Compact Display) series consists of four product versions: ECD-BV, ECD-SV, ECD-IV and ECD-LV. Equipped with […]
NITRA current to pneumatic (I/P) transducers added by AutomationDirect
NITRA NCP series electropneumatic transducers from AutomationDirect convert a 4-20 mA current signal (I) from a PLC or other controller to a linear pneumatic output pressure (P). Used in paper and paper converting, food and drug, petrochemical, HVAC, textile, and energy management industries, NCP Series I/P transducers provide highly reliable and repeatable operation of pneumatic […]
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, […]
Update: HARTING’S ΊΪΑΟ³ΤΉΟ Module Metal performs through 10,000 cycles
With robust metal contacts that can be plugged and unplugged at least 10,000 times, the new Han ΊΪΑΟ³ΤΉΟ Module Metal from HARTING presents another significant cost- and space-saving opportunity to use connectors to streamline flexible production processes with high mating cycles. It can withstand pressure up to 10 bars, covering the entire low pressure range. […]
What is a pancake cylinder?
There are many kinds of compact cylinders available in the marketplaceβthese pneumatic actuators have been shortened relative to standard pneumatic cylinders. In fact, they can be as much as 50% shorter than the normal cylinder, but still maintain the capacity to exert the same force as their larger counterparts. The βPancake cylinderβ was the original […]
Cylinder cushioning adjustment tool released by Aventics
In the past, you often needed experience, a special touch, and a lot of patience to correctly adjust the cushioning for pneumatic cylinders. The new CAT (Cushioning Adjustment Tool) diagnostic tool assists the installer with an LED display and visualization in a smartphone app. Optimal adjustment of cushioning is important for trouble-free operation, quiet running, […]
Clippard releases miniature pneumatic pinch valves
Clippardβs NPP Series 2-Way pneumatic pinch valves are air-piloted devices designed to open or close tubes for controlling flow of liquids and gases. Other valve types have internal passages that may cause small amounts of fluid to remain in the valve. Pinch valves have no areas of dead volume where fluid can become trapped. Only […]
Festo expands low cost EtherNet/IP connectivity to IO-Link devices
The CTEU-EP universal interface module from Festo makes EtherNet/IP connectivity low cost and plug and play for IO-Link devices and Festo valve terminals. The CTEU-EP is ODVA conformant and a Rockwell Encompass referenced product. For maximum flexibility, OEMs can cost effectively integrate IO-Link devices such as pressure and flow sensors, RFID readers, and light stacks […]
Allmand expands into portable air compressor market
Allmand Bros. Inc., a subsidiary of Briggs & Stratton Corp. is expanding its product offerings into the portable air compressor market. The Maxi-Air Portable Air Compressorβs heavy-duty, over-sized rotary screw air end provides consistent, high-pressure air volumes at low rpm for enhanced fuel efficiency. The Maxi-Air comes in two models, the MA185 and MA400, with […]
