Dave Wilson, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Pneumatic Actuator",
and we have a large number of manufacturers' news releases and technical articles here on Engineeringtalk which will be of interest.
Let me be your guide.
Start with
the news release Hybrid actuator puts air over electric from
SMAC Europe, which we summarised at the time by saying "Patented solution delivers the speed, accuracy and repeatability of electronic actuators but with the force capability of pneumatics".
A couple of weeks before,
we featured the news release Integrated mini slides improve smoothness from
Festo: "The guide unit of Festo's DGSL mini slides forms the actual body of the unit and incorporates a high-performance pneumatic actuator".
In November 2006, we covered the news from Tomoe Valve
concerning its G Series pneumatic actuators
- take a look at Pneumatic valve actuators deliver maximum torque
which says: "The extended G Series pneumatic actuator range now has 15 double acting and 15 spring return models and covers the Tomoe valve range from DN40 to DN600".
Take a look also at the news release from Festo, Pneumatic actuators cut maintenance requirements,
as well as Shutoff valve has removable flow element from ESE,
and Pneumatic actuators set for HazardEx outing from Festo.
See also:
Machine stacks and loads magnets
(November 2005)
Elscint Automation has developed a magnet stacking and loading special purpose machine (SPM) for stacking Ground 'E' core magnets on trays
Pinch valves designed for wearing processes
(November 2005)
Larox pinch valves offer solutions for wearing, aggressive or difficult flow processes, and are suited to shut-off and control applications involving abrasive or corrosive slurries, powders or granula
Manifold unit improves sealing integrity
(August 2005)
The IMPACT 2000T from stainless steel valve actuation specialist Midland ACS allows all the elements of a pneumatic control circuit to be connected into one manifold unit
Smart positioner has choice of digital comms
(August 2005)
The new SP300 smart positioner offers extensive digital communications capabilities enabling it to be used in a wide variety of process automation environments
Ball valves meet natural gas regulations
(March 2005)
Swagelok Company has developed a new range of high-pressure, high-flow alternative fuel service ball valves
Pneumatic actuators turn both ways
(October 2004)
The Series 92/93 is a rack and pinion double acting and spring return pneumatic actuator
No contradiction in butterfly leakage valves
(September 2004)
Leading hygienic valve specialists, Sudmo UK, is introducing its range of double block and bleed butterfly leakage valves
Accessories complement pneumatic actuator range
(August 2004)
Ultraflo has a new range of accessories for its complete line of pneumatic actuators
Even dressing requires smooth motion
(August 2004)
An even coating of a ceramic die dressing is the key to the consistent production of perfect cast iron cylinder liners for engine blocks at GKN Sheepbridge Stokes in Chesterfield
Miniature cylinder is a forceful performer
(May 2004)
A device claimed as the most cost-effective, innovative mini ISO pneumatic cylinder on the global market offers up to 15% more piston force for the same diameter
Programmed drive cuts motor-plant cycle time
(January 2004)
When a vehicle drop section at Nissan's Sunderland factory became a potential bottleneck, the company turned to Control Techniques for help in its redesign
Modified valves take control in hydrogen plant
(November 2003)
Specially developed Severn Glocon globe valves will be used in a hydrogen gas production plant in Italy
Pneumatic actuators take on quarter-turn duties
(July 2003)
New from Tomoe Valve, the G Series pneumatic actuator range is designed for optimum performance on quarter turn applications
Ball valves stay leak-tight for longer
(June 2003)
Hoke 7 Series zero-leakage ball valves employ energised stem packing technology extending service life up to 50,000 cycles and live-loaded seats that compensate for wear and temperature cycling
Shear muscle force crops copper
(March 2003)
Novel Fluidic Muscles from Festo have been deployed in a high force application to assist with the manufacture of electrical starter motors for buses and trucks
News on the Heavy-duty electric and pneumatic actuators from Rotork Controls
(February 2003)
Valve actuation specialist Rotork is supplying heavy-duty electric and pneumatic actuators and two-wire control systems for important onshore and offshore petroleum projects in Mexico
CAD service for valve mounting kits
(November 2002)
Rotork Valvekits is the first specialist valve mounting kit manufacturer to introduce a bespoke CAD software program to optimise design, production and delivery for virtually all its range of kits
Hand actuator makes life easier on the Falcon
(July 2002)
Netherlocks Safety Systems has supplied pneumatic hand actuators to SBM to help operators on the Falcon FPSO, which will be located along the West African coast
Pneumatic actuator is tiny but tough
(June 2002)
The series CRJ rack-and-pinion-type mini rotary actuator has been designed to be the strongest and smallest unit available on the market
Newsletter features sensors, valves and more
(November 2001)
Amot's latest 'Flagship' newsletter details new products and applications mainly directed at the marine industry, including the XTS bearing sensor that gives early warning of possible bearing failure
Control 3-phase motors from AS-i fieldbus systems
(August 2001)
Among new control products from IFM are the Moviswitch and Movimot modules, which allow SEW Eurodrive three-phase motors with ratings up to 3kW to be controlled directly by AS-i fieldbus systems
New handling and positioning products announced
(November 2000)
Automation world leader, Festo, took advantage of the Motek 2000 event to unveil an extensive range of products addressing motion control, handling and positioning
Resistant valve comes in three sizes
(April 2000)
The CRS rising stem valve is available in three industry standard sizes and glass lined with a highly chemically resistant glass system