Drop-in valve island solves process control challenge for membrane pilot plants

16 May, 2023

Creating improved water treatment processes within the existing plant footprint requires emerging technologies to be tested in real-world applications. The use of pilot plants plays a vital role in fine-tuning this equipment for full-scale operation and Bürkert has supported a variety of key projects including the recent delivery of ceramic membrane ultrafiltration systems to a number of utilities in the UK. H&P reports

AirTAC enters the linear guide market

04 April, 2023

AirTAC International Group has entered the linear guide market with the aim of becoming a partner of all companies in industrial automation.

Implementing Additive Manufacturing for hydraulic and pneumatic system components can be transformational

29 March, 2023

In recent years, additive manufacturing has advanced beyond prototyping. While conventional methods for producing hydraulic and pneumatic system components have been practical, the possibility of implementing additive manufacturing can be transformational. John Joyce, Marketing Director at Brennan Industries explains further.

LVDT displacement sensors with pneumatic push rod

15 March, 2023

With the LVDT-ISDP and LVDT-ISAP series, Inelta Sensorsysteme is offering special displacement sensors with pneumatic push rods for measuring ranges from 5mm to 50mm.

Elesa considers uses for pneumatic clamps

07 March, 2023

An important part used across several industries; pneumatic clamps are components that are actuated by compressed air. They are used for quick and frequent clamping and are very valuable components to have in the workplace as they can prevent the muscle and joint strain that occurs from manual clamping.

Emerson launches advanced dust pulse technology control system

01 March, 2023

Emerson’s new ASCOTM DPT Control System optimises the performance and improves the efficiency of filtration and dust collector systems by providing accurate and reliable low-level particulate monitoring, early warning leak detection, enhanced cleaning control and real-time diagnostics.

Cobots — electric or pneumatic?

23 February, 2023

Neil Ballinger, head of EMEA at automation parts supplier EU Automation, offers an overview of the benefits of electric and pneumatic cobots.

Technology choices to increase machine efficiency

10 November, 2022

There is a lot of discussion surrounding Industry 4.0, but its overall goal is the Smart Factory and Smart Manufacturing. Many technologies are included in these broad definitions, and what are now commonly known as Smart Components are core building blocks, writes Simone Cappa, product manager, Camozzi Automation.

Central vacuum system for food & packaging, research & development and analytical applications

13 October, 2022

In applications requiring a clean central vacuum, the new standardised vacuum system NDi from Leybold is claimed to ensure a reliable supply. The system is based on the dry-running NOVADRY screw pump, which is robust over the entire pressure range, and the integrated VAControl CAB controller for smart control. The range of applications for the NDI central system includes food and packaging processes, research & development, vacuum conveying systems as well as medical and laboratory applications 

Festo focuses on applications for the process and packaging sector at PPMA

26 September, 2022

At this year’s PPMA exhibition, the Festo stand focused on key applications for the process and packaging sector. These included process valve controls, servo-controlled flow wrapping and a new solution for controlling web tension with dancing rollers.

Camozzi extends UK assembly service

20 September, 2022

Camozzi Automation Ltd. has cut lead times for the newest, technically advanced valve island solutions. It’s doing this by extending UK assembly services to include the Series D, Size 2, multipole configurations.

Free floating joint for linear actuators

07 September, 2022

The Floatmatic is a floating joint/ alignment rod for pneumatic cylinders and other linear actuators invented by Danish engineer, Simon Russek.

New range of electrovalves with multipolar connection 6D

25 August, 2022

AirTAC has introduced the new 6D series of valves with multipolar connection to the European market.

Key accounts manager appointment at PCL

16 August, 2022

Sales professional, Andy Traynor, has joined pneumatics expert PCL as its new key accounts manager, bringing extensive experience in the industrial tools retail market to the role. After an initial period familiarising himself with the Sheffield-based company’s systems, processes and products, Traynor is meeting valued customers across the UK.

Camozzi launches new UK Short Form Catalogue

26 July, 2022

Camozzi Automation Ltd, producer and supplier of components, systems and technologies for the industrial automation, life science and transportation sectors, has launched its new UK Short Form Catalogue.