In the pneumatic industry, Cv is one standard for expressing the flow capacity of devices used in pneumatic systems. However, there are multiple other standards that also express flow capacity, including effective orifice size and normal liters per minute, as well as measurements of actual flow rates at specific pressure differentials. These methods are not […]
Valves
New digitization solutions from Festo advance Rockwell Automationβs IIoT Initiatives
At Automation Fair 2018 this week, Festo will introduceΒ new solutions that advance Rockwell Automationβs data-driven manufacturing and processing initiatives. See Festo at Automation Fair,Β November 14 and 15, in Booth #411) βThe future of optimum overall equipment effectiveness and energy efficiency will rely on a collaborative maintenance environment and on intelligent devices that deliver real-time […]
Exhaust valve from Aventics ensures reliable, standardized safety
Safety is always the number one priority for industrial manufacturers. With its new safety valve, Aventics has expanded its range of products in this area. Users can integrate it modularly into AS series maintenance units or position it flexibly as a stand-alone product. The company’s newΒ S3-SV exhaust valve ensures reliable, standardized safety for both personnel […]
Electro-pneumatic pressure regulating valve features low energy consumption
The sub-base mounted EV03 electropneumatic (E/P) pressure regulating valve from Aventics features extremely low energy consumption and can guarantee pressure control during a power loss. Depending on the version, maximum power generation is between 160 to 220 mA. The EV03 also offers precision, with hysteresis as low as 0.7 psi, and flow up to 0.88 […]
Festo’s VTEM Motion Terminal simplifies IoT modularity and flexibility
At IMTS this week, Festo showcased its VTEM Motion Terminal and the benefits Industry 4.0 enabled products like this offer to OEMs.Β The VTEM Motion Terminal, which began shipping earlier this year, is a revolutionary cyber-physical system (CPS) that embodies the modularity and insights into industrial data envisioned by Industry 4.0. Ten downloadable apps are immediately […]
Pilot-operated check valves from Eisele ensure safe pneumatic cylinder holding
Eisele Connectors’ pilot-operated check valves are part of the companyβs Basic Line and can be used in combination with pneumatic cylinders. They enable flow in one direction, which in return blocks the flow in the opposite direction: thus preventing pneumatic cylinders from unintentionally deaerating in the event of a pressure drop. Because they prevent sudden […]
Micro solenoid valves from Koganei are “world’s smallest” says the company
Koganei USAβs 005 series micro three-port solenoid valve is the worldβs smallest direct acting valve, say Koganei representatives. The tiny and lightweight valves are perfect for compact devices and equipment used in bio-tech, analytical, and semiconductor manufacturing. Two styles available with either connector or pin types of wiring specifications. They can be mounted in two […]
Clippard PTFE media isolation valves provide custom solutions
Clippardβs media isolation valves are solenoid-operated devices that use aΒ flexible diaphragm to isolate the actuation mechanism from the fluid path. Media isolation valvesΒ are commonly used for a wide variety of applications, including those that require precise,Β repeatable dispensing of media. All wetted areas of the valve are PTFE, making this series suitable for use with corrosive […]
Time-honored process embraces food-safe pneumatics
Food-safe pneumatics automates traditional cheese production. Contributed by Bill Oliver, Sector Head Food & Beverage/Industrial Automation and John Bridges, Head of Marketing, AVENTICS Corp. Most everyone who enjoys a good bowl of pasta is familiar with Parmigiano-Reggiano and Grana Padano, the well-known Italian cheese varieties famous around the world. These types of parmesan cheese have […]
ΊΪΑΟ³ΤΉΟ pushbutton and selector switch pilot devices from AutomationDirect
AutomationDirect’s NITRA brand of pneumatic products now includes new 22-mm pushbutton and switch pilot devices intended for use with pneumatic valve bodies. These pneumatic pushbuttons can also combine valve bodies and electrical contact blocks. ECP series 22 mm pneumatic pushbuttons and switches are used with EVP series valve bodies to create manual valve assemblies, or […]
