Design World Magazine and online network m.fbvote.com announce the winners of their 2011 Leadership in Engineering Program. Leadership in Engineering is an industry recognition program to acknowledge engineering leadership across several disciplines. Winners for the Fifth Annual Program were chosen by Design World online users via a registration based online voting system. The following companies…

Kaman Corporation (NASDAQ-GS: KAMN) announced that its subsidiary, Kaman Industrial Technologies Corporation, has acquired the business of Catching FluidPower, Inc. In conjunction with the acquisition, Parker Hannifin Corporation has recognized Kaman nationally as a value-added reseller of Parker hydraulics, fluid connector and automation products. Catching FluidPowerFounded in 1954, Catching is expected to generate sales of…

Bimba Manufacturing Company announced the expansion of its industry-leading Original Line® product series. Previously available in only 4 bore sizes, Bimba extended its All Stainless Original Line series to now include all 12 bore sizes currently available across the product line (5/16” bore through 3” bore). Featuring stainless steel end caps, standard urethane wipers, PTFE-based…

EXAIR’s new Premium Reversible Drum Vac™ System comes complete with a 30, 55 or 110 gallon drum, ready to use for your specific application. Its high powered vacuum fills a 55 gallon drum in less than two minutes. Then with the simple turn of a knob, the same stainless steel pump quickly empties the drum.…

Bimba Manufacturing debuted a new website this month, featuring a refreshed, updated look and improved functionality. The website redesign includes state-of-the-art technical features, reorganized and updated content, and rich multimedia applications for a user-friendly browsing experience. Enhanced CAD drawing functionality and interactivity leads the suite of new features on the website, changing the way users…

By Steve Meyer, Contributing Editor Reprint Info >> Pneumatic actuators and electric actuators are increasingly being used in the same system to achieve results that one technology, by itself, would have difficulty solving. Most often we tend to think of air cylinders as direct competition for electrically powered actuators. But that’s not the whole story.…

The MS9 size unit has a 1 in. (25.4 mm) port capable of 600% higher flow rate than the smaller units in the series. It combines all of the standard functions of air preparation into one product series: pressure regulators, on/off and soft-start valves, filters, dryers, sensors, and lubricators. The series includes function modules with…

Reid Supply Company launched their new e-commerce website for industrial products today with better search tools and online account management. “The new ReidSupply.com is a culmination of best practices in web design and creative collaboration between the web team and our customers,” said John Carrier, President of Reid Supply Company. “Customers are going to get…

By William Miller, Humphrey Products Reprint Info >> Some pneumatic valves are depended upon for saving lives—so don’t take chances when selecting the right one for your application. Valves used in the medical device industry are designed with precise specifications so they are compatible with the requirements of the applications. Meanwhile, valves used in factory…

Air Engineering and Supply announced today the manufacture and national distribution of the widely used 1.12 Inch bore, and up to 20 inch standard stroke with longer strokes available upon request. A leading manufacturer of this style and size cylinder recently announced that it was discontinuing the product. Air Engineering and Supply recognized this as…

With ever-rising fuel prices, designing efficient hydraulic systems can pay big dividends for users of mobile hydraulic vehicles. Join Design World as we take an in-depth look at three critical areas of mobile hydraulic system design: filtration, sensors and sealing. Our expert panel presents critical design tips and answering your questions. Attendees will learn: *…

Clippard Instrument Laboratory announces the launching of it expanded 3D catalog powered by TraceParts. This new phase includes their extensive electronic and control valve miniature pneumatic lines. Clippard Minimatics are used virtually everywhere for control, interface, sensing, logic and actuation functions. This broad range of applications spans a variety of industries including: machinery, packaging, medical…

Airpot Corp. announces the Airpel Plus, their newest line of high performance, low friction air cylinder actuators. The benefit engineers derive from the low friction levels the Airpel Plus exhibits is an enhanced ability to control ultra-precise movements, including high speeds and extremely short travel distances with clean, long-life pneumatic devices. The inert qualities and…

AutomationDirect’s NITRA™ pneumatic product line now includes D-Series heavy-duty air cylinders ideal for applications where abusive conditions are a concern. NITRA D-series heavy-duty pneumatic air cylinders are interchangeable with other popular brands of NFPA cylinders. The heavy-duty double-acting cylinders are constructed with high quality aluminum components, including a magnetic piston fitted with a PTFE wear…

By P.K. Guha,[email protected]While the hydraulics and the electric industries have become more complementary to each other, they have an entirely different kind of replacement market potential, due to: • Duty cycle • Patterns of use• Frequency of use • Maintenance needs Electrical products, particularly motors, are well understood and repaired by practically every…

Many innovative pumps and compressors have been added to the Thomas Global Catalog. This release features updated specification and performance data on hundreds of WOB-L®, articulated piston, diaphragm, rotary and linear oil-less air compressors/vacuum pumps. Liquid pump technologies include peristaltic, linear and diaphragm. Detailed technology & model series selection guides assists user to quickly identify…

肯特劳布/总监/博世力士乐过滤系统tems Reprint Info >> Hydraulic fluids flow through filters in a spiral pattern that improves flow, increases absorption capacity, keeps filters cleaner and protects hard-working equipment from contamination. The filter bowl design improves filter element mounting and stability and helps to ensure constant pressure distribution. Keeping hydraulic fluids clean and…

格尔的RT系列紧凑型跟踪加载程序设计d for earthmoving applications on rough, loose terrain. But as any loader operator knows, keeping the tracks themselves properly tensioned can be a challenge. “According to track and undercarriage manufacturers, one of the biggest causes of premature track and undercarriage component failures is improper track tensioning,” said Bob…

Swagelok® RHPS series general industrial regulators offer accurate pressure control of pressures from 0 to 5800 psig (0 to 400 bar) in gas and liquid systems, 1/2 to 2 inch sizes. RS and RSH model regulators employ either a spring-loaded diaphragm or piston as the sensing element, depending on the outlet pressure range desired. The…

The Thomas 2220 Series brushless DC oil-less air compressor is designed for medical and other applications requiring a compact, lightweight compressor with variable output. The 2220 is small (3.8” high x 2.64” wide x 4.70” long) and weighs only 1.48 lb. (0.7 kg). The compressor features an efficient variable speed motor that produces flow to…

Clippard Instrument Laboratory, Inc. introduces the new EVPD Proportional Valve Driver. This new product is ideal for laboratories and OEM product development, and can be customized to fit OEM applications, including control parameters This EVPD is designed for use as a plug-and-play interface between Clippard’s EVP Series Proportional Control Valves and PLC’s or other controls.…

Aeroquip EverCool™ low-perm hose reduces permeation of greenhouse refrigerant gasses in air conditioning applications for transit busses, motor coaches, trains, and large overhead cranes. It features an EPDM cover, butyl tube with barrier layer, one wire, and a synthetic braid reinforcement. It offers as much as 10 times lower effusion resistance, as well as resistance…

ITT Corporation (NYSE:ITT) has announced the appointment of a new leader to one of its key business units. Effective April 21, 2011, Munish Nanda assumed the role of President of ITT’s Control Technologies business headquartered in Valencia, California with industry-leading brands such as ITT Enidine, Aerospace Controls, NeoDyn™, Compact Automation Products, Burny™ and Kaliburn. Nanda…

The Guardian™ hose sleeve protects equipment operators from potential injuries resulting from hose failures. The sleeve’s ultra tight, polyamide 6-weave construction restrains hose bursts at pressures up to 16,000 psi, deflect 1 mm pinhole leaks at 4,000 psi, and provide durability of up to 250,000 abrasion cycles.The sleeve is compatible with the majority of chemicals…

ControlAir, Inc. has announced its compliance to ANSI/ISA 12.27.01-2003 for their Type-950XP Explosion-proof I/P Transducer for use with natural gas. ANSI/ISA – 12.27.01-2003 provides specific requirements for process sealing between electrical systems and flammable or combustible process fluids where a failure could allow the migration of process fluids directly into the electrical system. Tested by…