Advanced diagnostics in electro-pneumatic systems

18 July, 2024

Manufacturers are continually seeking methods to optimise processes and minimise equipment failure risks. An emerging area is the integration of advanced diagnostics into electro-pneumatic systems, enhancing efficiency and reliability. H&P reports

Containment device unveiled to protect crews and assets from catastrophic valve actuator failure

04 July, 2024

Global Survival Technology solutions provider Survitec has launched a new energy containment safety device designed to reduce the risks associated with catastrophic value actuator failures.

Emerson unveils new electric valve actuator for enhanced process control in challenging environments

18 June, 2024

Emerson has launched its Fisher easy-Drive 200R Electric Actuator, designed for use with Fisher butterfly and ball valves. This new actuator aims to provide accurate and reliable performance under the extreme conditions often encountered in heavy industries such as oil and gas, particularly in cold and remote locations. The combination of these actuator/valve assemblies is intended to increase operational uptime, enhance performance, and mitigate the risk of emissions typically associated with gas-operated systems.

Key considerations when buying air lines

06 June, 2024

Efficiency and reliability in industrial pneumatics hinge on quality air lines. Often overlooked yet crucial, they ensure smooth operation, minimise downtime. Whether setting up or upgrading, selecting the right air lines is paramount for optimal performance. H&P takes a closer look.

Mobile ‘showcase’ takes products and training to customers

29 May, 2024

PCL has invested in a brand new ‘Demo Van’ to showcase its world-leading pneumatic solutions and inflation technology. Its primary use will be to provide live demonstrations of products at customer premises, whilst also enhancing training on new and existing products.

New control valve enhances urea plant operations

23 May, 2024

IMI is launching its first control valve for urea plants, which is set to be installed at one of the major fertiliser plants in the MEA region for the first time later this year.

Achieving ATEX approval for pharmaceutical manufacture fluid control automation

24 April, 2024

H&P looks at the challenges of creating new production lines or expanding existing ones.

Harnessing the power of pneumatic control for the future

14 March, 2024

Once relegated to niche applications, pneumatic control has emerged as a pivotal technology powering efficiency, safety, and precision in manufacturing processes. H&P reports.

Mobile ‘showcase’ will take products and training to customers

12 March, 2024

PCL has announced it has invested in a brand new ‘Demo Van’ to showcase its pneumatic solutions and inflation technology.

Camozzi Automation UK wins Industrial Innovation Award

06 March, 2024

The Series D Valve Island, by Camozzi Automation, played a pivotal role in securing the company’s recent Industrial Innovation Award presented at the Robotics & Automation.

All-in-one web enabled remote control solenoid valve

14 February, 2024

Web enabled remote controlled solenoid valve and pressure controller technology stack in component form

Valve experts PSI Technologies, Waterlooville, Hampshire, have designed a dual output wireless (IOT) solenoid valve controller to provide a web-based control solution that is now proven by PSI in the utility sector. This new development enables independent solenoid valve control for any compressed air, inert gas or liquid and is the first product released under their Indiott Industrial IoT range.

Achieving ATEX approval for pharmaceutical manufacture fluid control automation

05 February, 2024

Creating or expanding a production process within a pharmaceutical environment offers a number of challenges.

H&P looks at the challenges of creating new production lines or expanding existing ones.

Ten key steps to enhance pressure relief system efficiency

24 January, 2024

Clint Botard, Programme Manager of the Asset Integrity Management Services business at ABS Consulting, highlights ten essential steps to optimise pressure relief system efficiency while maintaining regulatory compliance.

Pneumatics expertise helps Cerulean achieve energy efficiency improvements on new tube packing machine

03 January, 2024

Soaring energy prices and the need to continuously drive down costs are key considerations for manufacturers. So, when packaging machinery specialist Cerulean decided to redesign its highly successful FPS-1 tube packer, high energy efficiency and reduced total cost of ownership (TCO) became key design requirements. H&P reports

Camozzi Automation UK wins Industrial Innovation Award

30 November, 2023

The Series D Valve Island, by Camozzi Automation, played a pivotal role in securing the company’s recent Industrial Innovation Award presented at the Robotics & Automation.