Malcolm Thompson Pumps Aquaplus ARJ/ARS series aerators
09 June, 2011 | Supplied by: Malcolm Thompson Pumps Pty Ltd
Malcolm Thompson Pumps has launched an improved range of Aquaplus aerators. The range features a jet aerator and submersible aerator that are suitable for aeration, pre-aeration and mixing in all wastewater, sewage treatment and agricultural industries.
Pneumatic actuation for dirty environments
09 June, 2011 | Supplied by: Burkert Fluid Control Systems
Integra Coal’s coal preparation plant, serving Camberwell and Glennies Creek coal mines in the Hunter Valley, uses an array of pneumatically actuated knife-gate valves to control coal flow to the preparation area. The company found that the two traditional methods of pneumatic actuation previously used in the plant were ineffective and inefficient.
Automation Direct NITRA BVS series modular solenoid valves
08 June, 2011 | Supplied by: Direct Automation Pty Ltd
Automation Direct’s NITRA BVS series modular pneumatic solenoid valves are body ported 3-port (3-way) poppet valves available in 2-position, normally open or normally closed configurations.
Swagelok RHPS series dome-loaded pressure regulators
07 June, 2011 | Supplied by: Swagelok Corporation
The RHPS series dome-loaded pressure regulators permit high flows and exhibit less droop than spring-loaded designs in controlling the pressure of liquids and gases. The dome-loaded design relies on a pressurised chamber above an elastomer diaphragm in place of a spring to operate the regulator. Depending on regulator size and configuration, inlet pressures can range to 400 bar. Regulated pressures span 0.10 to 2 bar, 0 to 70 bar, 0 to 200 bar, and 0 to 400 bar.
Boge S 40-2 Bluekat oil-lubricated Class 0 compressor
03 June, 2011 | Supplied by: Boge Compressors (Australia) Pty Ltd
The S 40-2 Bluekat is an oil-lubricated screw compressor with a built-in converter that produces oil-free compressed air for the small to medium-sized compressed air user.
Sullair Australia launches national Customer Response Centre
30 May, 2011 | Supplied by: Hitachi Global Air Power
Sullair Australia is implementing a centralised, national Customer Response Centre (CRC) to ensure that customers receive superior service and advice to assist with their compressed air enquiries.
Donaldson Ultrapac 2000 regenerative desiccant air dryer
26 May, 2011 | Supplied by: Donaldson Australasia Pty Ltd
The Ultrapac 2000 regenerative desiccant air dryer suits applications across a wide spectrum of industries that rely on high-quality compressed air. Typical applications include laser-cutting systems, beverage bottling, dental laboratories, packaging machines, rail vehicles, optical measuring systems, sprinkler systems and pneumatic equipment.
Boge compressor monitoring app
26 May, 2011 | Supplied by: Boge Compressors (Australia) Pty Ltd
Boge has recently launched an iPhone app designed to provide compressed air users with a remote monitoring solution.
Sullair VOC/VSD hybrid compressor
25 May, 2011 | Supplied by: Hitachi Global Air Power
The VOC/VSD hybrid compressor’s variable speed drive (VSD) lowers power consumption at the top end of capacity and maintains constant system pressure while the variable output compressor (VOC) airend is designed to extend part-load energy savings.
Take care of your pumps and they’ll take care of you
19 May, 2011 | Supplied by: AMS Instrumentation & Calibration Pty Ltd
The old saying “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of care” may have been coined by process and plant engineers tired of repairing or replacing pumps. Pumps are often the most underserviced pieces of equipment in process automation when it comes to maintenance and prevention best practices.
Pressure regulator selection
17 May, 2011 | Supplied by: Swagelok Corporation
Regulators are available in a variety of types, designs and materials of construction, and choices should be made with care.
Peristaltic pump tackles troublesome pH levels at food manufacturer
11 May, 2011 | Supplied by: Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions
Convenience food manufacturer Greencore Group has achieved significant savings in downtime and repair costs on the water treatment plant by installing a Bredel SPX50 high-pressure peristaltic hose pump from Watson-Marlow Pumps Group.
Burkert AirLINE Ex Type 8650 modular pneumatic automation system
05 May, 2011 | Supplied by: Burkert Fluid Control Systems
The AirLINE Ex Type 8650 unit is fully certified for use in explosive or hazard areas with gas or dust atmospheres. The system was developed in cooperation with Siemens, combining with Burkert technology for electropneumatic control that may be deployed directly into zone 1/21 environments (Zone 0).
Parker Hannifin HMIX electro-hydraulic cylinder
28 April, 2011 | Supplied by: Parker (Aust) Pty Ltd
Parker Hannifin’s HMIX cylinder is a fully integrated subsystem, combining tie-rod cylinder technology with a high-precision feedback transducer, manifold and pipework, into a single easy-to-fit unit.
GIW HVF high-volume froth pump
28 April, 2011 | Supplied by: KSB Australia Pty Ltd
GIW Industries has launched a high-volume froth (HVF) pump that can pump froth without airlocking. The HVF provides continuous operation without shutdown or operator intervention. Its hydraulic design removes air from the impeller eye while the pump is running, so the process can be kept moving, improving efficiency.
