Pneumatics & hydraulics

Pneumatic rotary actuator

01 July, 2008 | Supplied by: SMC Australia | New Zealand

SMC Pneumatics has available pneumatic rotary actuators capable of stable speeds as low as 5 s to complete a 90° of rotation.

Bürkert expands into WA

23 June, 2008

Bürkert Fluid Control Systems has appointed Dave Booysen, a process control expert with more than 20 years' experience in the field, to expand its WA operations.

Control for electropneumatic valve banks

01 June, 2008 | Supplied by: Griffiths Components Pty Ltd

Camozzi pneumatics has introduced an input module to its series Y electropneumatic valve banks which gives advanced control and sensing.

Inline progressive start valve

01 June, 2008 | Supplied by: Metal Work Pneumatic Australia Pty Ltd

A progressive start valve allows air pressure to build up slowly to a machine when the air supply is turned on. This allows any actuators that have either been moved or have fallen due to gravity when air was removed to move into position at a controlled speed.

Lockable shut-off valve

01 June, 2008 | Supplied by: Pneumatics Direct Australia

Infinity’s safety shut-off valve ensures a safe and secure way to isolate a machine or area so it can be worked on by maintenance workers or machine operators.

Pilot-operated safety relief valves

01 June, 2008 | Supplied by: Pressure Systems Aust Pty Ltd

The F7000/8000 range of pilot-operated safety relief valves come with stainless, carbon steel construction, snap and modulating action pilots and complies with ASME Code section VIII.

Pneumatic rodless product

01 June, 2008 | Supplied by: Pneumatic Products

Tolomatic has introduced three new sizes to the MXP rodless product, increasing the size range from 16 to 63 mm bores. The product uses Tolomatic’s Endurance Technology features for durability and long life. It delivers increased load capability and is also designed for easy installation.

World’s first ATEX-approved pneumatic brake motor

18 May, 2008 | Supplied by: Assembly Technologies Pty Ltd

Explosion prevention is a hot issue within the field of systems engineering. Friction, overheating or sparks could lead to disaster in potentially explosive environments. Brake motors are essential in stopping loads in case of power failure or danger of injury, but the solutions for hazardous (explosion risk) areas are very limited and expensive.

Diaphragm dryer for compressed air

15 May, 2008 | Supplied by: http://www.metalwork.com.au

Metal Work Pneumatics has expanded its range of Skillair air service equipment with Diaphragm dryers.

Pipe, hose cleaning system

14 May, 2008 | Supplied by: STAUFF Corporation Pty Ltd

The Stauff Clean System provides a simple and low-cost solution for the removal of contaminant from the inside surfaces of pipes, tubes and hoses. All manner of pipe work configurations in the normal size range of 6 to 60 mm can be handled by the system regardless of pipe length, type of fittings or cleaning components.

Pneumatic cylinder with integral hydraulic brake

14 May, 2008 | Supplied by: Metal Work Pneumatic Australia Pty Ltd

Pneumatic actuators are notoriously difficult to control at either slow speeds or when the load varies during the stroke.

Ten typical mistakes with compressed air systems

12 May, 2008 by John McNab*

Along with energy and water, compressed air is one of the most ubiquitous inputs into an industrial plant. Why then are we so aware of the need to conserve energy and water, but often so blasé about optimising the efficiency of our compressed air systems? Here, compressed air system innovator John McNab* offers tips for getting the best from new or existing compressed air systems, by identifying 10 common misconceptions about compressed air.