Not just a lot of hot air!
02 November, 2009 | Supplied by: Boge Compressors (Australia) Pty Ltd
In this article, Simon Wood, National Sales Manager, Boge Compressors, discusses how compressed air users can optimise their compressed air-related energy usage through heat recovery.
A breath of fresh air for Jayco
28 October, 2009 | Supplied by: Hitachi Global Air Power
As an increasing number of Australians head off camping to experience one of the great Australian dreams, recreational vehicle manufacturer Jayco needed to expand manufacturing capacity to keep up with demand.
VOC series compressors
26 October, 2009 | Supplied by: Hitachi Global Air Power
Champion Compressors has launched its upgraded variable output compressor (VOC) series. The VOC series has been redesigned to further enhance its ruggedness for use in heavy industrial applications. The latest VOC range employs a direct-coupled gear-drive system designed for harsh, dirty and aggressive environments.
Correct valve selection
13 October, 2009 | Supplied by: SMC Australia | New Zealand
Microfluidics is associated with the control of very small volumes of fluids. Throughout life science industries the precise control of fluids is a major factor in the successful design of devices and instruments often used in testing and analysis processes. Accurate and repeatable results and reliable performance can often only be obtained through the correct selection and application of specialised valve technology.
Hydraulic power pack pump
12 October, 2009 | Supplied by: Stainelec Hydraulic Equipment
The Cactus electric hydraulic power pack pump is used to power small- to medium-sized hydraulic cylinders and tools. Being lightweight, at 9.5 kg, and compact in design, the unit is easy to transport for on-site applications.
Hitting the compressor ‘sweet-spot’
07 October, 2009 by Mark Ferguson, Executive Manager - Sales, Service & Marketing, Champion Compressors | Supplied by: Hitachi Global Air Power
Selecting the right air compressor can be confusing. There are numerous compressor types, variants and options to consider — each of which can impact energy efficiency and operating costs. Identifying a compressor’s ‘sweet-spot’ can help determine if it is right for the application.
Manifolds for natural gas applications
29 September, 2009 | Supplied by: AMS Instrumentation & Calibration Pty Ltd
Noshok offers several 5-valve manifold options, designed for use with differential pressure transmitters. These manifolds employ two isolation valves, two equalising valves and a vent valve for use in natural gas applications.
T-connector for vacuum switches
29 September, 2009 | Supplied by: PIAB Vacuum Technologies
The T-connector is an IP65 classified pre-wired connector where two or more electro-mechanical switches, VS4128, are serially connected to provide one common output.
Idex Fluid and Metering receive Frost & Sullivan award
28 September, 2009 | Supplied by: IDEX
Idex Fluid and Metering have received the award 2009 Asia Pacific Positive Displacement Pump Company of the Year award from Frost & Sullivan.
Wireless compressor monitoring
25 September, 2009 | Supplied by: Boge Compressors (Australia) Pty Ltd
Logair is a wireless communication system that provides remote monitoring of a compressed air system via either a PC or mobile phone. Logair is a suitable solution where a user wants a permanent online link, a fault detector, a remote data request system and visualisation over the internet without the necessity of a comprehensive management system.
Oil-free compressors
25 September, 2009 | Supplied by: Boge Compressors (Australia) Pty Ltd
Boge has extended their K series oil-free piston compressor range with the addition of 15 and 40 bar options. The K series provides the smaller air user with a compact, energy- and cost-effective, oil-free compressor solution.
Asia Pacific’s positive displacement pump company of the year
25 September, 2009
Idex Fluid and Metering has received the 2009 Asia Pacific Positive Displacement Pump Company of the year award from industrial consulting organisation Frost & Sullivan.
Pneumatic quarter turn actuators
21 September, 2009 | Supplied by: Festo Pty Ltd
The DFPB pneumatic quarter turn actuators are designed for use in water treatment plants, the pharmaceutical industry or in food production plants. These actuators can be used to perform opening and closing movements in process valves.
SMC rotary joints
21 September, 2009 | Supplied by: SMC Australia | New Zealand
With the current trend for automation systems to include operations involving rotation and horizontal transfer, SMC Pneumatics has added the MQR16 option to its range of low torque, metal seal type, MQR rotary joints.
Saving energy using valve
09 September, 2009 | Supplied by: SMC Australia | New Zealand
Often the work performed by an air cylinder is only required in one direction. During some operations, air cylinders are retracting or extending with no applied load on the cylinder rod - however, typically, the same pressure for both the extend (working) and retract (idling) operation is used. The use of common pressure for both functions can use an excess of up to 40% compressed air.
