A new ISO Standard has recently been published and is now available from the National Fluid Power Association (NFPA). ISO 19973-4:2014, บฺมฯณินฯ fluid power โ Assessment of component reliability by testing โ Part 4: Pressure regulators [second edition]. ISO 19973-4:2014 provides test procedures for assessing the reliability of pneumatic pressure regulators by testing, using the […]
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Gripper learns โฆ through trial and error
You might say that the LearningGripper from Festo behaves just like a baby. But thatโs a good thing. Newborn children graduallyโand by trial and errorโlearn how to hold, move, and turn an object, such as a parentโs finger or a toy, with their hands. They want to look at it from all sides and form […]
Increased Protection for Pressure Gauges
Ashcroft now offers a protective rubber boot for lower connected types 1000, 1005, 1005P, 1005S, 1005P-XUL and 1005M-XRG commercial pressure gauges. In addition to the patented shock-resistant PowerFlexโข movement, the boot provides added protection if the gauge is struck while installed or dropped during portable use. Ashcroft www.ashcroft.com
ME Series Inductive Sensor Designed as a Drop-In Replacement
Alliance Sensors Group is pleased to announce the ME Series Linear Position Sensors for embedded use in measuring the ram position of hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders in industrial, mobile, or subsea applications. The ME Series is designed to be drop-in form, fit, and function replacements for embedded magnetostrictive sensors but with much more robust construction […]
Amazing uptime with the worldโs fastest integrated controls ejector
Piab updates its piCOMPACTโข range, the first manifold-mounted and functional ejector system on the market based on the energy-efficient COAXยฎ technology. By working at low feed pressure and maximizing the utilization rate of the compressed air, the COAXยฎ ejectors reduce energy consumption for manufacturers while increasing productivity and reliability. Products in the piCOMPACTโข range are […]
Pilot valve series from Humphrey act as a pneumatic interface
Humphrey Products Co., Kalamazoo, Mich., introduces the A10 and A15 Series pilot valvesโminiature direct-acting solenoid valves that are perfect as a high value pneumatic interface, linking PLCs and air piloted pneumatic, or process control work valves. Configured as compact 3-port sub-base mount, the A10 and A15 pilot valves feature low power consumption, excellent flow, and […]
Fabco-Air, Inc. Releases New OEM NFPA Air Cylinder Line
Fabco-Air, Inc. is pleased to announce the launch of the new OEM NFPA Cylinder Line. The FCQN Series combines cost-effectiveness with proven dependability. It is a repairable NFPA Interchangeable cylinder line that is specifically designed to give consumers an economical alternative. The product line is loaded with standard features. In fact, the cylinders automatically come […]
ContiTech Offers Air Actuators with ATEX Certification
ContiTech North America is pleased to announce that air actuators with ATEX certification have been added to its product portfolio in the NAFTA region. The new product offering is suitable for use in many branches of industry with explosion-prone areas. They can be used particularly in potentially explosive atmospheres containing gases or dust. The products […]
Latching solenoid valves for limited power applications
Humphrey Products, Kalamazoo, Mich., introduced itsย L310 Latching Solenoid Valve Series, which is basedย on its balanced-poppet, direct-acting 310 solenoid valve design. It offers ย low power consumption and low heat generation, for potentially tremendous energy savings over traditional solenoid valves applications where power is limited or coil heating is unwanted. Standard single solenoid valves require electrical power […]
Festo Introduces the DGC-K Rodless บฺมฯณินฯ Drive
Festo introduces the DGC-K, a compact rodless pneumatic drive ideal for simple drive functions and positioning operations, such as opening and closing doors and end of line packaging applications Relative to its stroke, this unit is compact. For example, it is 30 percent narrower than the Festo DGC-G. Small footprint helps conserve machine real-estate. Piston […]
