Camozzi ΊΪΑΟ³ΤΉΟs designed the Series 6PF Positioning Feedback Cylinder to increase both precision and control in its pneumatic actuators. In compliance with ISO 15552 standards, the Series 6PF is equipped with a potentiometric transducer of a linear position integrated inside the rod. This type of cylinder, when used with the LRXA4 proportional servo valve, makes […]
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Festo launches new compact, sturdy solenoid valves at Hannover Fair
Festo has expanded its VG compact and VS sturdy valve series. Announced at Hannover Fair this week, the new VUVG-…-S and VUVS-…-S are the ideal solutions for pneumatic automation technology and are available Β in 24 hours at competitive prices. With focused features that meet the key requirements of solenoid valves, the compact VUVG-…-S and the […]
Cleanliness, cushioning, and kits lead pneumatic-actuator trends
ΊΪΑΟ³ΤΉΟ actuators, often called air cylinders, are an inexpensive and easy-to-use design choice for many industrial applications that require linear motion. While the technology has been around in nearly its current form for more than half a century, there are some interesting trends and design advances that engineers should be aware of. There have been […]
Why does my compressor run constantly?
If your air compressor is constantly running without shutting off, this could be a sign of a problemβand it is probably costing you a bundle. It is very rare to see system compressors exactly match the facility demand, requiring the need for constant full-load operation. The most obvious thing you should check for is leaks […]
Where are rodless cylinders used?
Rodless cylinders are used in pneumatic applications requiring a compact installation with a wide range of stroke possibilities. They most often used for automation applications requiring positioning, and can run full stroke to index tooling, or position objects in material handing. A rodless cylinder has a piston activated from either side with compressed air. The […]
AutomationDirect adds compact extruded body cylinders
The NITRA ΊΪΑΟ³ΤΉΟs H-Series compact extruded-body cylinders are offered in bore sizes from 12 to 100 mm and stroke lengths from 5 to 100 mm to meet a broad range of limited-space applications. The high-quality cylinder bodies and end caps are constructed of hard anodized extruded aluminum and are factory lubricated for optimum performance and […]
ASCO introduces integrated automation solutions with ready-to-install pneumatic assemblies
ASCO has introduced ASCO Numatics Integrated Automation Solutionsβcustomized assemblies of best-in-class electrical and pneumatic components designed to meet specific customer needs. βLeveraging ASCOβs 127 years of expertise, our customized integrated solutions offer original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) the convenience and cost savings of engineered, pre-assembled, tested, and ready-to-install pneumatics packages,β said Robert W. Kemple, Jr., executive […]
ΊΪΑΟ³ΤΉΟ technologies ensure safe packaging applications
By Erl Campbell,Β Food and Beverage Key Account Manager,Β Aventics The widespread use of pneumatics technology for packaging machinesβto drive motion and actuate machine sequencesβhas garnered more interest by machine designers and end users as to how pneumatics can improve safety and safe operating functionality in their equipment. This increased interest is due, in part, to the […]
ΊΪΑΟ³ΤΉΟ valve reduces compressed air waste
A new pneumatic valve on the market this month proposes to save users up to 30% in compressed air compared to traditional directional control valves. A unique spool configuration and on-board microelectronics help achieve this savings by recycling compressed air. (See a video about this valve here.) Launched by Nexmatix, based in St. Louis, the […]
Air compressors deliver up to 18% efficiency improvement
Ingersoll Rand, a leader in compressed air and gas systems and services, power tools, material handling, and fluid management equipment, has introduced the new RS30 and RS37 models, the first in a series of next generation oil-flooded, rotary screw air compressors. The Next Generation R-Series Air Compressors deliver performance and enhanced reliability, lowering operational costs […]
