Two styles of rack-and-pinion rotary actuators have minimum backlash and features including magnetic pistons and adjustable air cushions. Rectangular body design has end caps with ports and rotation adjustment screws. Choose from bore sizes 16~40mm and adjustable rotation angles of 90° and 180°. Find an industrial interchange and prices in Catalog #FRA.C-09. For more information, […]
Bimba’s Pneu-Turn Rotary Actuator offers corrosion resistant components
Bimba (www.bimba.com) has introduced a compact rotary actuator that features corrosion resistant components – the Pneu-Turn Rotary Actuator. Pre-lubricated at the factory for maintenance-free operation, the Pneu-Turn Rotary Actuator is designed with 4301 stainless steel cylinder body for maximum seal life. It comes with an optional adjustable cushion, which helps control deceleration at the end […]
Pneumatic control valves from Fabco-Air
High-flow control valves are offered in air pilot and solenoid models that can be used with or without lubrication. Available with 1/8, 1/4, 3/8, and 1/2 inch NPT ports, they feature 2 and 3-position spools and manifold mounting up to 10 valves per stack. Single and double solenoid models are available in most common voltages. […]
Pneumatics is key to human-robotic actuation
When the future doesn’t pan out quite the way that movies or television envisioned it, people often complain about the absence of items available today—from flying cars to wristwatch TVs to lifelike robotics. While Ford has yet to announce the 2014 Floating Taurus and Apple hasn’t quite perfected the wearable iTV, automation technology expert Festo […]
Beswick ultra-miniature M3 threaded quick disconnects weigh only 3.4g
Beswick Engineering (www.beswick.com) unveiled its latest ultra-miniature M3 threaded quick disconnect assembly, which consists of a stainless steel external end and a brass internal end. With the entire assembly weighing a very minimal 3.4 grams, M3’s internal end is fitted with a M3 internal thread as well as an automatic shut-off valve. It only measures […]
Piab’s vacuum ejectors reduce energy consumption
Piab (www.piab.com) offers the first functional and manifold-mounted ejector system that is based on COAX MICRO technology, the piCOMPACT10 range. By maximizing the use of compressed air and working at low feed pressure, the COAX ejectors increase reliability and productivity while reducing energy consumption. Unlike conventional ejectors, the products in the piCOMPACT10 range are lighter […]
Pocket-friendly SMC pneumatic actuator sensors
SMC’s (www.smcusa.com) D-M9*W series pneumatic sensor helps end users reduce costs in two ways with its ability to be directly mounted to the actuator and two color indicator. Its direct mounting design provides flexibility while effectively eliminating heavy installation work. To set the D-M9*W series, position first the sensor and tighten its built-in set screw […]
Festo offers energy self-sufficient automation solution for water technology
Festo (www.festo.com) has introduced a pneumatic, storm water holding tank solution that uses solar and wind energy to generate electricity. This energy self-sufficient solution eliminates the need for operators to manually open and close the valves to drain the stored water, effectively saving money and time. The system stores energy, which is used to operate […]
Pneumatic Valves equipped with central M12 connector
Parker Hannifin’s (www.parker.com) Isys HA and HB ISO 15407-1 valves feature a central four-pin M12 connector that offers a single electrical connection for double sand single solenoid through a cord set linked to an I/O distribution block or an M12 fieldbus output module. Eliminating conduit runs and wire pulling, the cord set optimizes line management […]
SMC introduces series of Specialty Pneumatic Fittings
Pneumatic automation products manufacturer SMC (www.smcusa.com) has proudly introduced its Specialty Pneumatic Fittings, which include KS, KX, KK, LQ and KV2 Series. Rotary one-touch fittings KS and KX series are available in five tube sizes that range from four to 12 mm and their one touch collet features anti-tube rotation mechanism. The KS series feature […]
Pneumatic finger slides from Fabco-Air
Precise positioning, universal mounting and standard magnetic pistons are included on these pneumatic finger slides. Recirculating ball bearings guide motion. Bumpers provide cushioned stops. Magnetic sensors have surge suppression, polarity protection…
Ross Controls L-O-X Valves with unique design
Ross Controls (www.rosscontrols.com) has unveiled its L-O-X® valves, which are energy isolation valves that can be easily identified because of their unique shape. The valves feature corrosion-resistant 316 stainless steel construction and a self-draining, washdown suitable design. With its reliable Fluorocarbon seals, the valves can withstand contaminant ingression and are lockable only in the OFF […]
PHD Pneumatic Rotary Actuators cater to various applications
PHD, Inc. (www.phdinc.com) offers a number of pneumatic rotary actuators that cater to the needs of various applications. Among them are the RF, RL and RA Series of Pneumatic Rotary Actuators. Available in 14 mm, 20 mm and 25 mm bore sizes, the Series RF Pneumatic Rotary Actuators offer a standard rotation of 180° while […]
Fabco-Air unveils FJU and FJUK Series Air Cylinders
Pneumatic components manufacturer Fabco-Air (www.fabco-air.com) has introduced the FJU and FJUK Series of multi-mount air cylinders. Offered in standard and non-rotating models, the FJU Series is specifically developed for limited space applications. Its rectangular design which features tapped and through holes, provides mounting surface on the cap end, rod end, sides and bottom. Additionally, the […]
NewAge® Industries donates five laptops to school in Cambodia
Tubing manufacturer, NewAge Industries, recently donated five Dell laptop computers to the Caramanico School in rural Ratanakiri, Cambodia. The school, built in 2006, is located in one of the poorest provinces in Cambodia and teaches students in seventh, eighth, and ninth grades. This is NewAge’s second donation of five laptops and brings the school’s total […]
Combining pneumatic components for more efficiency
Met with Richard Bull of Norgren last week. Bull brought a sample of the new Integrated Valve and Actuator Control pneumatic product.
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Beswick’s 12kg Miniature Ball Valve Series
Beswick Engineering (www.beswick.com) has announced the release of the MBVMD mixing and diverting ball valve, which was specifically designed with a common inlet port that can be individually put in communication with its outlet ports for diverting service. As a member of the company’s series of miniature ball valves, the MBVMD weighs only 12 grams […]
piCLASSIC delivers more energy efficiency than rotary vane pumps
Based on COAX technology, the piCLASSIC is Piab’s (www.piab.com) upgraded vacuum pump series that has been specifically designed to deliver greater efficiencies than previous similar-sized pumps. Despite its low weight and small size, the vacuum pump is ideal for various applications with large capabilities. Offering an initial high amount of flow, the piCLASSIC eliminates the […]
Festo VUVG valve offers excellent size-to-performance ratio
Festo (www.festo.com) has unveiled the much-awaited pneumatic valve to the automation market. Offering a size-to-performance ratio never achieved before, the VUVG valve features a compact dimension and low weight aluminum housing. The secret to the valve’s remarkable size-to-performance ratio is attributed to its patented cartridge sealing principle. The company’s VUVG valves are ideally suited for […]
Parker’s Compact Pneumatic Cylinders with three-piece bolted design
Parker’s (www.parker.com) Compact Pneumatic Cylinders P1M Series is designed with a unique internal transfer tube, providing a passage that can be used during remote porting. Its high strength rod bearing comes with steel backing while its non-lube urethane rod seal functions as rod wiper and rod seal. This effectively eliminates leakage and keeps the cylinder […]
Clippard Push-Quick Fittings save time, money, space
Clippard Instruments Laboratory Inc. (www.clippard.com) has developed a range of fittings that allow users to save time, money and space when designing productive, versatile and trouble pneumatic circuits. Providing a simple method of connecting pneumatic components, the Clippard Push-Quick Fittings are specifically designed for use in flexible as well as stiff tubing made of urethane, […]
Beswick Engineering offers manifold mount regulators
Beswick Engineering (www.beswick.com) has expanded its miniature pressure regulators portfolio with the addition of the manifold mount versions — the PRD28 two-stage pressure regulator, PRDB8 high accuracy, single stage pressure regulator and the PRDHF8 high flow regulator. A manifold mount variant of the company’s PRDB pressure regulator, the PRDB8 regulator features a patent pending valve […]
Numatics KG Series pneumatic cylinder
Numatics (www.numatics.com) has specifically designed and developed the KG Series pneumatic cylinders to excel even in the most challenging applications. Specifically developed for automated valve operation, the cylinders are also used in the valve/knife gate industry and in applications requiring light pneumatic actuation. The cylinders are available in bore sizes ranging from 1-1/2 inches to […]
Festo introduces new microslide DGSC
Festo’s new microslide DGSC is only 8mm wide. This pneumatic slide is for installation in small spaces such as in the production of electronics and small parts assembly. Its positioning accuracy is just 0.01mm due to the preloaded ball bearing cage guide. Its areas of application range from handling operations in Automatic Test Equipment (ATE) […]