You know youβre a fluid power dork when you go on a short plant tour and while seeing manufacturing in action, you canβt help but study the pumps, valves, compressors, hose, etc. to see what manufacturers are represented. Thatβs just what my colleague and I did on a recent walk-through of Ace Controls, Farmington Hills, […]
Components
Instant point of suction with COAX in piGRIP
Piab offers its patented COAXΒ technology in a new decentralized vacuum unit called COAXΒ in piGRIP.Β COAX is the most energy efficient ejector technology based on a multi-stage concept for creating vacuum with compressed air. The decentralized COAX in piGRIP is ideal for very demanding (leaking and/or high speed) vacuum applications where smaller parts/objects shall be moved. […]
New Technical Standard Now Available From NFPA
A new technical document has recently been published and is now available from the National Fluid Power Association (NFPA). ISO 6358-2:2013 (supersedes ISO 6358:1989) ΊΪΑΟ³ΤΉΟ fluid power β Determination of flow-rate characteristics of components β Part 2: Alternative test methods Scope: This part of ISO 6358 specifies a discharge test and a charge test as […]
Hazardous Location Valves
Peter Paul explosion hazardous location valves are used where fire or explosion hazards exist due to the presence of flammable gases or vapors, flammable liquids, combustible dust, or easily ignitable fibers. Hazardous location valves are recommended, or in some cases compulsory, where a high level of protection from explosion is required. For applications that require […]
Thermobarb Barbed Fittings from NewAge Industries Available in Five Materials
Barbed fittings for use with plastic and rubber tubing and reinforced hose are available from NewAge Industries in five materials. Each material β polypropylene, polyethylene, nylon, PVDF, and brass β offers different performance properties to meet the demands of diverse applications such as appliances, medical devices, chemical transfer, laboratories, food and beverage processing, pharmaceutical uses, […]
Air motors help milling robot devour sewer obstacles
Traditionally, work in sewers is conducted both above and below ground, with crews opening manholes and descending into the sewers, thus causing road closures and traffic jams. But thanks to modern robotic technologiesβ powered by small but mighty air motorsβclearing out sewer networks and rehabilitating them can be done safely and without impacting the world […]
ΊΪΑΟ³ΤΉΟs β ole reliable
Every few years, Cedar Point β which is renowned for its roller coasters being the tallest, fastest, etc. β launches a new ground-breaking ride. As an editor on different engineering magazines, Iβve had several opportunities to visit the park, which is less than an hour from my home, to learn more about the technology that […]
Norgren Breaks Out Solenoid Valve Range
Norgren has unveiled a new range of circuit breaker solenoid valves, providing the rail industry with advanced direct-acting, fast-response valve solutions for use on electric rail vehicles. The VR24Z range of 3/2 way solenoid operated poppet valves is suitable for compressed air systems that require a dedicated valve and cylinder to engage and disengage an […]
PHD Releases Compact Precision Angular ΊΪΑΟ³ΤΉΟ Gripper
PHD, Inc. introduces the new Series GRV Compact Precision Angular ΊΪΑΟ³ΤΉΟ Gripper. Modeled after the highly successful Series GRA Parallel Gripper, the Series GRV is a compact, rugged precision gripper available in four sizes that can support large moment capacities and long tooling lengths. The combination of design and features makes the GRV a superior […]
IVAC Drives Down Installation Time for Leading Manufacturer
A highly innovative range of pneumatic cylinders from Norgren, is bringing substantial operational and commercial benefits to a major manufacturer of surface finishing equipment and its customers. US-based Corrotec Inc. designs and manufactures custom-build process systems for the surface finishing industry, including zinc, chrome, copper, POP, nickel plating and anodising. The company builds system modules […]
