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EXAIR’s Ion Air Cannon is designed to reduce static electricity and remove debris at distances up to 15 feet and has no moving parts. It can be used on bench tops, mounted on machines and in other areas that require a concentrated stream of ionized air. The product has been independently tested for compliance with…

In a conventional axial piston pump, each piston has a slipper to maintain sliding contact with the swash plate. This slipper, also called a shoe, helps support the load from the piston, creates a high-pressure seal to prevent leakage, and lubricates the sliding surface. Although critical to the pump’s operation, the slipper experiences wear, cavitation…

EXAIR’s Chip Trapper is designed to remove solids such as chips, swarf and shavings from used coolants or other liquids, which can help extend fluid service life. EXAIR also offers a Chip Trapper Lid Rebuild Kit for maintaining older units. The kit replaces key components to restore lid function and support ongoing system performance. Chip…

EXAIR’s Chip Vac pneumatic vacuum now includes an upgraded filter bag designed to handle industrial use and reduce the chance of dirt and debris returning to the workspace. The new filter bag is made from singed polyester fabric and is intended for cleanup in shops using equipment such as CNC machines, mills, lathes and routers.…

PHD, Inc., a manufacturer of automation components, has expanded its Air On Demand Solutions lineup with two new products: the Series ERPP Pneumatic Pump and the Series ERVG Vacuum Generator. These products complement the existing Series ERDP Remote Drive and extend PHD’s range of electric-powered air solutions. These systems are designed for quiet, efficient and…

Hydrogen has long been seen as a promising, sustainable, renewable energy source. However, the technical complexity of liquid hydrogen refueling challenges infrastructure designers seeking to match the operational speed and reliability of diesel systems. Bosch Rexroth’s CryoPump stations, unveiled at Hannover Messe 2025, introduce an electro-hydraulic solution that addresses these constraints by departing from conventional…

EXAIR’s new Ultra Duty Line Vacs are designed for heavy-duty pneumatic conveying. Built with a hardened alloy and ceramic material, they resist wear during extended use and are suitable for moving abrasive materials such as peat, sand, glass, powders, and other fine media in blasting, grinding and finishing operations. The Ultra Duty Line Vac utilizes…

Motion Industries, Inc., a distributor of maintenance, repair, and operation replacement parts and provider of industrial technology solutions, has introduced the Motion Lube Caddy. Developed by the Motion Repair & Services hydraulics team, the patent-pending, self-contained, towable lubrication cart is designed to service enclosed machinery assets. The Motion Lube Caddy delivers a fast, efficient and…

Radial shaft seals are a well-established machine component that is used millions of times across various industries. They ensure dynamic and static sealing on the shaft and help distribute lubricant effectively. However, even with all the routine, many aspects of what exactly happens in the contact between the seal and the shaft have been unclear…

Maintenance technologies, such as Parker Hannifin’s SensoControl diagnostic solutions, are helping teams identify failure points faster, solve problems more accurately, and implement smarter long-term fixes.  The margin for error in industrial maintenance is shrinking, with just a few minutes of equipment downtime costing companies tens of thousands of dollars. Manufacturers, processors, and operators of complex…

AutomationDirect has introduced Metal Work ISO 6432 non-repairable pneumatic air cylinders for metric applications where a cost-effective actuator is needed. These cylinders are suitable for machinery with limited installation space and use self-lubricating bronze bushings to help reduce maintenance. They are compatible with other ISO 6432 cylinders and available in double-acting models. Options include bore…

Clippard has introduced a hit and hold option for its Isolation and Pinch valve lines, designed to reduce heat buildup in the coil during extended operation. The feature uses a factory-set optimized duty cycle to help manage temperature when valves remain energized for more than five minutes. The basic principle of a hit and hold…

SMC has introduced the ZHV series air amplifiers, designed to support both vacuum and pressure modes in pneumatic conveying systems. Also known as air conveyors, these systems transport bulk materials such as grains or pellets through closed pipelines. Vacuum conveying uses compressed air to draw materials through the system, while pressure conveying moves materials by…

AutomationDirect has added new Gates hydraulic hose assemblies from Royal Brass & Hose. These hose assemblies eliminate the need to cut and terminate hydraulic hoses on-site and are offered in the ProFlex or MXT series. The ProFlex series features a compact construction with a smaller outer diameter, allowing them to flex with less force. This…

AutomationDirect has added GC Valves 71 series 2-port water valves, which are constructed of durable lead-free brass. They are certified to NSF/ANSI 61 and have NSF-approved EPDM diaphragms. They are a great choice for drinking water applications and are ported for the most popular NPT sizes (up to 2”) with a 120 VAC or 24…

AutomationDirect has added GC Valves 71 series 2-port water valves, which are constructed of durable lead-free brass. They are certified to NSF/ANSI 61 and have NSF-approved EPDM diaphragms. They are a great choice for drinking water applications and are ported for the most popular NPT sizes (up to 2”) with a 120 VAC or 24…

Emerson will demonstrate how it’s transforming the future of factory automation through its proven Floor to Cloud approach and comprehensive portfolio at Hannover Messe in Hannover, Germany, from March 31 to April 4, 2025. Visitors to the Emerson booth (Hall 11, Booth C30) will learn how companies of any size can apply a Floor to Cloud…

Emerson has introduced the Anderson Greenwood Type 84 Pressure Relief Valve (PRV), specially designed to protect tanks and vessels used in hydrogen and other high-pressure gas applications. With Arlon 3000XT* thermoplastic seating and ASME SA-479 Type S21800 stainless steel spindle material, the Type 84 PRV delivers exceptional leak-tight performance, resistance to embrittlement, optimum seat tightness,…

The new Piab magnetic gripper (PMG) series consists of pneumatically operated magnetic grippers that use permanent magnets to safely grab workpieces. These grippers are activated and deactivated by compressed air. The magnetic grippers are designed and suitable for handling perforated sheet metal and complex laser-cutting workpieces within industrial systems. They are not intended for life-critical…

Festo introduces its new flagship valve terminal, the VTUX. The VTUX can serve as I/O, remote I/O, and decentralized I/O. These compact and rugged IP65/67-rated terminals can be located anywhere on a machine that boosts operational performance and original equipment manufacturer (OEM) installation productivity. VTUX modularity results in less inventory and lower overhead costs. Slated…

Festo introduces Controlled Pneumatics, a digital closed-loop control strategy for delivering energy efficiency, high dynamic response, and precision movement. Controlled Pneumatics is an ideal solution for web tensioning; welding; surface processing; flexible gripping, including vacuum gripping; dispensing and pumping; PET bottle blowing; and diaphragm pump control. Controlled Pneumatics lowers compressed air usage by up to…

Research conducted by Festo finds a new generation of its low-energy flow-control valves utilized by Front Opening Unified Pods (FOUPs) purge systems can reduce Nitrogen gas (N2)  consumption by as much as 75%. A new Festo white paper details how these piezo-based flow-control systems help semiconductor fabrication plants (Fabs) reduce their carbon footprint and lower…

Festo introduces the VTEP, the world’s first proportional valve terminal. The VTEP is an ideal solution for flexible gripping, web tensioning, force-controlled polishing, precision piloting, dispensing, dosing, and diaphragm pump control. The VTEP valve terminal provides closed-loop control of moderate air flow – vacuum up to 35 l/min. It comes in 2-, 3-, and 5-valve…

Festo introduces the VEFC mass flow controller, the company’s latest entry into its Controlled Pneumatics family of solutions. The VEFC features precisely controlled flow of inert gases of up to 200 l/min and is one of the most compact mass flow controllers on the market – only 24 mm wide. Like all Controlled Pneumatics solutions,…

Medical technology and laboratory automation companies can now benefit from replacing proportional solenoid valves with piezo technology, reducing their energy consumption by up to 95%. Piezo technology also operates silently without any heat built up. Up to now, it has not been possible to simply replace proportional solenoid valves since piezo technology needs voltages of…