Festo is introducing the new SMT-8M-A solid-state cylinder switch for T-slot applications on pneumatic drives. The companyโs new switch is fully optimized, harmonized, and tested for Festo pneumatic drive packages, which ensures high reliability and fast set up. Features of the SMT-8M-A: โขย Protection class IP 65/68/69K โขย Extended temperature sustainability range from -40ยฐF to185ยฐF (-40ยฐC to […]
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AutomationDirect expands บฺมฯณินฯ Cylinder Position Switch offering
The NITRAยฎ line of pneumatics products now includes nine styles of position switches for pneumatic cylinders, including round, dovetail, t-slot, square, and D-shaped; additional dovetail accessories are available to accommodate larger dovetail slots. The new styles are solid-state electronic switches available in normally-open 3-wire DC PNP and NPN configurations, and can be purchased with an […]
Beswick Engineering’s Introduces Redesigned Website
Beswick Engineering announces their redesigned website has gone live. The revamped website now offers: D Models Photos and Specification Drawings Pricing Order On-line submissions Real time Web Chat for Technical Assistance E-mail a Beswick Applications Engineer Part number configuration Add to favorites feature Beswick Engineering www.beswick.com
Emerson introduces online thermowell calculation tool
Emerson Process Management announced it has introduced an online thermowell calculation tool that incorporates the new ASME PTC 19.3 TW standard. Emerson is the first to make available an online tool offering a more automated approach to thermowell calculation as opposed to the traditional way of utilizing spreadsheets. In addition to the tool, the web […]
1-in. Flat Super Air Nozzle from EXAIR
EXAIR’s new 1″ Flat Super Air Nozzle produces a flat 1″ (25mm) wide airstream with a strong blowing force of 9.8 ounces (278g) when mounted 12″ (305mm) from the target. The unique design of this super-efficient nozzle makes it an ideal fit for both tight spaces and tight budgets. The 1″ Flat Super Air Nozzle […]
Air compressor failures: Fix or replace?
Many decisions are made in keeping compressed air systems running smoothly, but one of the most important is equipment selection. From time to time, equipment failure forces us to choose to repair our old air compressor or select a new one. Often, for a major component failure, the cost of the repair of the compressor […]
Hayward GF-PP บฺมฯณินฯ Actuators For Corrosive Installations
Hayward Flow Control announced the launch of their GF-PP (Glass Filled Polypropylene) PMD4/PMS4 Series บฺมฯณินฯ Actuator line. The PMD4/PMS4 features a GF-PP housing that provides the actuator superior corrosion resistance and performance in environments and atmospheres where most metal actuators cannot. With the GF-PP material, the PMD4/PMS4 actuators are also very robust, lightweight and compact, […]
Pneumadyne Releases Full Line Catalog
Pneumadyne, a Bimba Manufacturing company, announced the release of its new Full Line catalog. The 238-page document includes details on both standard pneumatic components and custom product applications, along with images, technical drawings, performance data, product features and ordering information. Customers can request a free printed version of the catalog here. Bimba www.bimba.com
6 mistakes engineers make in mounting and specifying air cylinders
1. Inappropriate sizing When it comes to air cylinder sizing, bigger is not necessarily better. A cylinder that is larger than necessary will cost more to purchase and end up costing more money to operate, because oversized cylinders require more air capacity to function. On the other hand, a cylinder that is undersized will be […]
40% of NewAge Industries now owned by employees
The recent holidays were a time for togetherness and gift giving, and together the team members of NewAge Industries received an unexpected gift. The companyโs CEO and majority shareholder, Ken Baker, recently announced that in early 2013 he will sell an additional ten percent of NewAgeโs shares to the companyโs ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), […]
