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SMC meets market demand with long-life angle seat valve
The VXB Series is an angle seat valve for air, steam and heated water, which has been created by SMC Pneumatics to meet market demand for valves that deliver an extended operating life and low levels of leakage while also being compact in design. According to SMC, the VXB Series angle seat valve can deliver up to 5 million air and 3 million steam cycles.
Festo’s new VPPX valve gives increased process quality
Festo, supplier of automation technology, has launched a new proportional valve VPPX with an external sensor input, and offers users improved performance, maximum flexibility and excellent process quality.
Solid metal stainless steel connections for the pharma industry
The Eisele Inoxline is a complete assortment of stainless steel connections for compressed air, vacuum, gases, liquids and cooling water. The products include threaded connections with no dead zones or joints, which are designed according to stringent hygiene requirements and for easy cleaning. They are ideal for circuits with sensitive substances or frequent changing of media.
Chicago Pneumatic launches new Red Hawk range
International construction equipment manufacturer Chicago Pneumatic has unveiled its Red Hawk range of motor drills and breakers. With three options available, the new range is suitable for roads, railways and drilling applications, providing users with a range of rugged and reliable breakers.
Tyre pressure monitoring system cuts haulage costs
SKF has launched a new tyre pressure monitoring device for use on heavy goods vehicles. The SKF Tyre Pressure Monitoring System has been introduced to help haulage companies and fleet operators reduce the cost of tyre repairs and replacement, fuel consumption and CO2 emissions, while improving road safety.
New Air Flex range from Chicago Pneumatic
Chicago Pneumatic has launched a new range of airline accessories for its handheld pneumatic tools. The new Air Flex swivel connectors, which connect the air hose to the base of the tool, make rigid hoses more flexible and multi-directional. The use of the Air Flex swivel connector helps to improve MRO professionals’ work ergonomics, while providing users with a 360-degree rotational capacity to increase productivity and ease of use in difficult to reach places.
Pneumatics leakage – the invisible disrupter
Leakages in pneumatic systems have been a major problem for virtually as long as compressed air has existed. Like water, air will do its best to escape from every possible area of low resistance. Unlike water, though, air is invisible to the naked eye and poses little health and safety risk, making detection hard and a low priority for many firms.
Chicago Pneumatic introduces new mobile diesel generators
International construction equipment manufacturer Chicago Pneumatic has unveiled its new range of mobile diesel-powered generators for the European market. The rugged and easy-to-move CPDG range provides reliable and consistent power to any construction site, with five models available in 9, 14, 20, 30 and 40 kVA ratings. Suitable for prime power applications in the general construction and rental industry the generators are fully CE compliant for use in Europe.
New autoclave uses compact process valves to meet cost and performance targets
The latest Logiclave type vertical closing autoclave from ESTS claims to reduce running and maintenance costs by up to £60,000 over an average 10 year operating period. The secret to achieving this figure is low maintenance, high reliability and low energy consumption. This is largely made possible by the use of a flash steam generator and a combination of Bürkert Type 2000 angle seat steam valves and rotary ball valves.
Chicago Pneumatic boosts offering with Titan product range
Following its recent acquisition, Titan Technologies’ bolting solutions has been added to Chicago Pneumatic Tools product portfolio of high quality power tools. According to Chicago Pneumatic Tools, the integration means that the company can now offer a more complete offering, and is able to respond to all customers’ requirements for industrial bolting tools.
Eisele expands Multiline Adaptive to create Multiline E
Eisele, in cooperation with Murrelektronik, has continued development of its modular kit for multiple connectors to create the Multiline E. The adaptive inserts of the Multiline can now also be equipped with electrical and electronic connections.
Festo Design Tool 3D for simple configuration
Fast, reliable and efficient – the new Festo Design Tool 3D configuration software reduces the risk of errors when designing and ordering pneumatic actuator assemblies. Specifying system modules as a complete package with a unique product key simplifies design, logistics and assembly operations.
Modular solution for pneumatic actuator control
Rotork Midland has introduced Smart-Loc, a new high-integrity modular concept for pneumatic actuator control assemblies. Constructed in 316L stainless steel, the Smart-Loc system is particularly suitable for the control and sequencing of process valve actuators in oil and gas applications.
Cordless tools for more power, mobility and productivity
New high power cordless tools that deliver the power and performance of an air tool while providing the mobility of a battery tool are being launched by Chicago Pneumatic. The new impact wrenches, impact driver and drill drivers offer superior power and battery performance for increased productivity, durability, ease of use and mobility.
New name, established pedigree
Aventics might be a new name, but the company is anything but new to the pneumatics industry. Hydraulics & Pneumatics spoke with Stuart Cheyne, managing director UK at Aventics, about the company’s current roadmap in terms of product development and extended market reach... Previously a subsidiary of Rexroth Pneumatics, Aventics has been acting as a standalone company since earlier this year, although for a limited transitional period the company will follow a dual branding strategy with its former owner. At the 2014 Hannover Messe, Aventics – which is incidentally headquartered in Laatzen in the same city as the event – celebrated its first major public appearance. Although the name might be new, the company’s experience in the market is immense. Indeed, its history dates back to 1884, starting with the construction of the first pneumatics plant in Hanover. And with around 2100 employees worldwide, the Aventics brand has enjoyed a strong international position from the outset; with production sites in Germany, France, Hungary, the US, and China. The company’s market coverage is also global, with a presence in over 40 countries. “It is interesting to reflect that as well as being the youngest mainstream company to enter the pneumatics market we are also already a company with one of the strongest market pedigrees; with sound employee expertise, long-term customer relations and a proven product range,” said Stuart Cheyne, managing director UK. He added that this market standing is backed up by a highly proactive ongoing R&D programme focused both on innovation and responding to changing market needs as they occur. One of the company’s recently launched product ranges is the new AV valve series. AV – short for ‘Advanced Valve’ – is major breakthrough in miniaturisation, combining the advancements in plastics processing with a new design concept. AV series valves are claimed to be half the weight of and over 50 per cent more compact than conventional valves of the same performance level. According to Aventics, machine manufacturers can reach compressed air savings of up to 20 per cent, and can achieve even more savings with the electropneumatic pressure regulator for application-specific pressure control within the AV system. The AV series features a modular design and is currently available in two flow rate sizes. It can be integrated into plastic control electronics in a wide range of automation environments and communicates with all common fieldbuses. Additionally, Aventics’ PRA cylinder has been developed for maximum user convenience and time saving in mind. “With the cylinders’ exchangeable nose seal this makes it unnecessary to take the whole cylinder apart to change the seal,” explained Cheyne. Knowledge base Aventics has over 2100 employees globally, the majority of whom moved over from the previous company. “So we have many years of experience and knowledge within the organisation,” said Cheyne. “As changes, such as a requirement for additional extra technical knowhow, or extra design or marketing support are called for, we have a very proactive strategy in place.” he added. The UK team headed up by Cheyne comprises nine internal staff, including general manager, technical sales support and technical design staff. The company also has three external sales personnel and is further supported by a public relations and marketing company, Big Yellow, situated in the same building complex as the company’s main UK headquarters in the Cirencester. Target markets In terms of target market segments, Aventics is already widely established in sectors such as food packaging, assembly & handling and general automation. However, the company is now also pursuing additional sectors including heavy industry and medical technology. “We have an ambitious roadmap in terms of extending our market reach, and ensuring we have just the right products to achieve this,” Cheyne remarked. “We are also proud to be a specialist for niches, because that’s where we can offer our customers clear added value with our experience and our products.” Concluded Cheyne: “Our primary focus is on pneumatics; that’s where expertise is. So we talk to customers we can talk competently with them regarding pneumatic technology and how to best use pneumatic technology within their specific applications, no matter what sector they might work in.” www.aventics.com
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