Rotork emergency shut-off solution protects pipelines on motorway bridge

15 February, 2017

The Sundsvall Bridge in northern Sweden carries the European Route E4 motorway, spanning a coastal cove to bypass the city of Sundsvall. Opened in 2014, the 2.1km bridge also carries two 400mm diameter district heating pipelines which are now protected by an emergency shut-off system incorporating Rotork pneumatic actuators.

New screwdrivers from Chicago Pneumatic deliver outstanding customer value

15 February, 2017

Chicago Pneumatic has launched a new range of industrial screwdrivers. The CP28 series completes the range of maintenance and production tools for general-purpose fastening applications in the metal fabrication, maintenance and construction, as well as the assembly of white goods and electronics.

New Bonomi direct mount ball valves

15 February, 2017

Valve and actuator specialist Bonomi has launched a new line of European manufactured low-torque ANSI 150 / PN16 flanged full bore ball valves, designed for direct mounting to any compatibly sized ISO actuators.

New Camozzi division

09 December, 2016

Camozzi has long been at the forefront of pneumatic innovation and encourages a culture of continuous development throughout the organisation. This forward-thinking approach and recognition of advancing industrial automation requirements has been the driver behind the formation of Camozzi’s new C-Electrics division.

New valves can increase pneumatic system safety ratings to SIL1 and SIL2

09 December, 2016

Industries with highly automated processes, such as food & beverage and pharmaceuticals face many challenges, especially in terms of maintaining a safe environment. As increased legislation continues to require higher standards, Bürkert Fluid Control Systems has developed a series of innovative safety valve solutions that can be retro-fitted to existing control systems or incorporated into new designs.

The pneumatic versus electric debate

25 October, 2016

The advent of electric actuators has inevitably raised questions about their performance in comparison to more traditional pneumatic solutions. Camozzi Pneumatics’ UK technical sales manager, Shaun Gerber, examines the key issues that should be addressed when evaluating the suitability of one technology over the other.

Getting the most from steam control valves

25 October, 2016

Mark Lilley, field segment manager, hygienic food & beverage at Bürkert Fluid Control Systems, explains the benefits of making an informed decision when it comes to general purpose steam control valves.

Pennine Pneumatic Services celebrates 25th anniversary

22 September, 2016

Founded the year that Tim Berners Lee created the World Wide Web, Pennine Pneumatic Services (PPS) recently celebrated its 25th anniversary with a special staff event, including a bespoke birthday cake and a quiz.

Industrial Ancillaries engineers growth with premises expansion

22 September, 2016

Industrial Ancillaries, the Chesterfield-based distributor of industrial fittings, has expanded its premises and grown its training academy, with the support of a six-figure funding package from Yorkshire Bank.

New valves that support international machine safety standards

22 September, 2016

Manufacturing safety is a global concern for all operators and designers with ISO13849-1 setting the standard. SMC is helping its customers meet this standard with the launch of its latest 3-port solenoid valves.

Modular kit system for stainless steel multiple connectors

22 September, 2016

With Multiline Adaptive, a modular kit system for stainless steel multiple connectors, Eisele is setting standards for tool and format changes in food processing and packaging machines. The perfectly compatible modular design allows flexible integration of different tube diameters, connection types and media in one multiple connector. The Multiline E version can also be used for electrical and electronic connections.

Camozzi keeps valve island assembly close to home

22 September, 2016

Fluid power giant Camozzi Pneumatics Ltd. continues to demonstrate its commitment to UK-based production and assembly with the announcement that it now has the capability to build valve islands from its Nuneaton base.

Camozzi helps Parker Plant on the road to success

15 September, 2016

With over 100 years’ industry experience; crushing, asphalt, concrete, road surfacing & conveying equipment supplier Parker Plant delivers quarrying and road infrastructure solutions to some of the world’s most demanding terrains

Energy-saving compact valve that’s big on flexibility

17 August, 2016

SMC has launched an updated, compact version of its VEX3 valve series that is claimed to offer customers even greater flexibility and efficiencies in terms of energy consumption.

3V2M series valve manifold from Air-Tac

17 August, 2016

Air-Tac’s 3V2M is a 3-port direct operated manifold based on 3V2 valves with a maximum of 20 stations connected in series.