Pneumatics & hydraulics

Valves

30 July, 2009 | Supplied by: Festo Pty Ltd

The VSNB valves can be used with both single-acting and double-acting actuators which feature a NAMUR interface.

Vacuum check valve

30 July, 2009 | Supplied by: PIAB Vacuum Technologies

The PIAB Vactrap COAX is a check valve with an integrated Pi12-2 COAX cartridge for decentralised systems and a built-in blow-off valve to provide a quick release of objects.

Rotary valve

30 July, 2009 | Supplied by: Emerson

Emerson Process Management has introduced the Fisher Posi-Seal A81 rotary valve. Tight shutoff and the long seal-life capability of the A81 make it suitable for on/off applications.

Wireless valve position sensor

30 July, 2009 | Supplied by: Honeywell Process Solutions

The XYR 6000 valve position sensor helps improve overall plant reliability by giving users the ability to remotely monitor a greater number of applications within their processing facilities.

Vacuum safety valve

21 July, 2009 | Supplied by: PIAB Vacuum Technologies

The Vactrap is a check valve which is also equipped with a built-in blow-off valve to provide quick release of an object. It is also available in a special version in which the vacuum pump and blow-off connections are interconnected (x-drilled), making it suitable for ejectors with an integrated blow-off valve, such as PIAB’s AVM models. The Vactrap can be used in an existing centralised vacuum system with external blow-off possibilities and it is also possible to get it with an integrated Pi12-2 COAX cartridge for decentralised vacuum systems.

Compressed air couplings

21 July, 2009 | Supplied by: Nitto Kohki Australia Pty Ltd

The Safety Full Blow Cupla range of compressed air couplings provides a safety system for compressed air outlets in ¼, 3/8 and ½" systems.

Mining pump

21 July, 2009 | Supplied by: Sykes Australia Ltd

The HH160i mining pump is the latest addition to the HIMAX range of durable and reliable auto prime pumps. The pump provides a maximum shut head of 140 m and a maximum flow rate of 188 L/s. When operating at best efficiency point (BEP) the pump produces 95 m of head at 137 L/s flow rate.

Lifting cushion

21 July, 2009 | Supplied by: Air Springs Supply Pty Ltd

The Pronal CLT seamless inflatable lifting cushions incorporate the strength of kevlar textile, the same fibre used in body armour, racing tyres and racing sails.

Safety locking handle

21 July, 2009 | Supplied by: Air & Hydraulic Systems Pty Ltd

The Praher Valves butterfly valves, diaphragm valves and ‘S4’ type ball valves are now supplied complete with a locking mechanism.

Ball valve

21 July, 2009 | Supplied by: Dwyer Omega (Aust) Pty Ltd

The series 3BV2 automated ball valves 3-way SS flange incorporates a full port design for maximum flow rates with minimal pressure drop. The ANSI 150# Flange comes in a variety of connection sizes to suit many applications.

Re-engineered range of small compressors

21 July, 2009 | Supplied by: Atlas Copco Compressors Australia

Atlas Copco has redesigned and upgraded its fixed speed compressor, the GA 11+-30, and the variable speed version, the GA 15-30 VSD. In order to better match airflow to users’ requirements and eliminate the need to oversize, it has introduced a 26 kW model which is also available with the new-generation VSD.

Compressor controls

21 July, 2009 | Supplied by: Atlas Copco Compressors Australia

Atlas Copco has introduced the next generation in compressor controls to increase efficiency across its oil-injected screw compressors range 11-90 kW GA/GA+/GA VSD. The fifth generation of the Elektronikon Graphic controller (standard installed on the GA+/GA VSD) has been launched and the Energy Saving (ES) System ES6i has been expanded to control up to six variable speed drive or fixed speed compressors simultaneously. In addition, an online visualisation enables remote monitoring, allowing for anticipation of operating and maintenance needs.