Month: February 2023
Linear Actuators Improve Medical Equipment and Patient Care
Through the years the medical industry has adopted new technologies in an effort to improve patient care and comfort. Linear actuators play a crucial role in many of these medical equipment advancements, as they reliably complete the required lifting, tilting and straight-line motions necessary in today’s healthcare environments. In addition to easing the burden of […]
Planning Ahead for Supply Chain Disruptions
Disruptions to the supply chain due to ongoing issues with obtaining materials, inflationary pricing, labor shortages and transportation are expected to continue throughout 2023 and into 2024 or beyond, resulting in long lead times for equipment and parts for end users. While supply chain disruptions can wreak havoc on projects and maintenance around the facility […]
Does My Process Need an Electric Actuator?
What are some types of Actuators? Electric Actuators Pneumatic Actuators Hydraulic Actuators How does an Electric Actuator work? Basically, an electric actuator is a mechanical device used to convert AC or DC electricity into kinetic energy in a linear or rotary motion. They vary widely in size and capability with rotary and linear being […]
What are Three Different Types of Pneumatic Valves?
Traits of Pneumatic Valve/Directional Control Valves Spool arrangement A common type of directional control valve that has a spool design. It can be shifted to two, three or more positions to route the air between inlet and outlet ports. Spool valves are used when controlling actuators. As a single valve, spool valves can control extension, retraction and neutrality […]
How to Quickly Respond to a Motion Control Systems Issue
Motion control is a sub-field of automation that deals with the precise movement of individual parts of a machine. What are the primary types of Motion Control Systems? There are two different types of Motion Control Systems: Motion Control Systems are used in many applications and industries. Motion Control Systems involves the following components: The […]
Electric vs. Pneumatic Actuators: Which One is Right for You?
The choice between pneumatic and electric actuators is not always an easy one. However, the two technologies are so different that one can rarely be a replacement for the other. Many variations exist to meet the demands of the compressed air market. There are a few key points that can help you to decide between electric and […]
What are the Advantages of Oil-Free Air Compressors?
Oil-Free Air Compressors either have no mechanical contact inside the compression chamber or use alternate materials to protect the mechanism without lubrication. Many Oil-Free Air Compressors use materials such as water or a Teflon coating to keep the mechanism running smoothly. Some Oil-Free Air Compressors do contain oil. Oil will not be in contact with the compression chamber. […]
The Differences Between Rotary and Linear Pneumatic Actuators
Linear Pneumatic Actuators can move something in a straight line using a piston with compressed air applied to achieve linear motion. The output motion of Linear Pneumatic Actuators is in line with the piston rod and/or cylinder. Rotary Pneumatic Actuators can move something in a circular motion. Perpendicular to the shaft. Many contain pneumatic piston-operated rack & pinion […]