March 31, 2016 - Often regarded as the fourth utility after electricity, natural gas and water, compressed air is widely used in manufacturing facilities. AutomationDirect’s eBook, “Pneumatics: A Practical Guide,” is designed as an easy-to-read guide for users new to pneumatics and explains the basics along with the “why” and “how” pneumatics are used. Available as a free download, the eBook also provides detailed information about what to look for when designing a pneumatic system.
The pneumatics eBook is filled with practical topics, including: pneumatic circuit symbols, air preparation, actuator and cylinder basics, specifying tubing and fittings, system design considerations and much more. Also included is a collection of pneumatic application stories ranging from manufacturing to DIY home applications, all filled with useful information and inspiration from AutomationDirect customers.
About AutomationDirect:
In business since 1994, AutomationDirect is a distributor offering thousands of industrial automation products for electrical control systems, including PLCs, operator interfaces, AC drives, motors, stepper systems, sensors, motor controls, enclosures and more. Their prices are typically well below the list price of more traditional automation companies because of their business model and focus on efficiency and the majority of their products are stocked for same-day shipping.
