Products for Final Control Elements

EXAIR introduces 3/8″ Super Air Wipe

The 3/8″ Super Air Wipe produces a 360° airstream that can blow off, dry, clean or cool the material passing through it. The split design can be clamped around continuously moving material such as wire, cable, pipe, hose and extruded shapes.

AutomationDirect releases NITRA 22mm pushbutton and switch pilot devices

• AutomationDirect
• AutomationDirect

ECP series 22mm pneumatic pushbuttons and switches are used with EVP series valve bodies to create manual valve assemblies, or hybrid electro-pneumatic actuators.

OnRobot announces Gecko Gripper, Polyskin Tactile Gripper & RG2-FT gripper

The Gecko Gripper, Polyskin Tactile Gripper, RG2-FT gripper and a technical upgrade of the HEX force-torque sensor product line based on OptoForce technology will open up new applications for collaborative robotics

Bimba announces Collaborative Robot Vacuum Tool

• Bimba Manufacturing Company

Developed to meet the versatile nature of collaborative robots, Bimba’s CRVT comes off-the-shelf as a solution with no external valve required.

Leybold announces VARODRY vacuum pump series

Equipped with complete air cooling, the oil-free VARODRY screw pump is intended to make water cooling superfluous. The developers at Leybold were guided by the idea of using fewer, machine parts and components in their design.

EXAIR releases 303SS Air Jets

These 1/8 NPT Stainless Steel Air Jets replace open tubes and pipe nipples on parts cleaning, drying and cooling operations. With temperature rated up to 400°F, they will produce up to 1.25 pounds of force upon a target.

FCI announces enhanced version of ST50 mass flow meter series

• FCI - Fluid Components International

The installation of ST50 Series Flow Meters in the process control loops of industrial air blower and dryer systems provides hot air flow rate monitoring. The use of mass flow meters ensures rate of flow measurement and totalized flow measurement for zone control and overall system operational efficiency.

Valcor Engineering announces SV22, SV26, and SV102 product lines

The SV102 is a precision pressure regulator, and the SV22 and SV28 are high flow electronic valves.

EXAIR releases 1/8 NPT small external mix spray nozzles

EXAIR’s 1/8 NPT small external mix spray nozzles atomize fluids up to 25 gallons per hour. External mix nozzles are great where a high volume of liquid is needed.

Festo introduces pneumatically based Fingerboard-latching system based on VTEM Motion Terminal

• Festo Corporation

A Festo application team developed this drilling industry solution utilizing the Industry 4.0-based VTEM Motion Terminal. The VTEM Motion Terminal is a digital pneumatic system. Downloadable apps create a number of functions for the motion terminal.

Enerpac announces XC1302S Cordless Dump and Hold Pump

• Enerpac

The XC1302S pump features a solenoid-operated valve which enables pendant control, allowing the operator to work up to 10-feet away from the pump.

Festo introduces VOFC/VOFD family of solenoid valves at Offshore Technology Conference

• Festo Corporation

VOFC/VOFD solenoid valves and VACC solenoid coils are designed to increase process safety across the entire system. VOCD/VOFD solenoid valves can be used in many applications and meet safety standards (up to SIL3, explosion protection).

CONTA-CLIP releases sheet-metal puncher with hydraulic hand pump

The hydraulic hand pump contains no hose and weighs 2 kg. The hydraulic cylinder can be rotated and swiveled by 360° along three axes, allowing for use in hard-to-reach places.

Fluke introduces Fluke ii900 Sonic industrial imager

• Fluke Corporation

An array of microphones combined with SoundSight technology, the handheld Fluke ii900 Sonic Industrial Imager filters out background noise so maintenance teams can locate leaks in compressed air systems.

Assured Automation announces GVI, GV, and GH series of actuated Globe valves

• Assured Automation
• Assured Automation

The equal percentage and linear plugs in the 2-way valves and linear plugs in the 3-way valves provide modulating control of a variety of fluids for pressure, temperature, level, and flow applications from –20 to 800°F. Available with electric or pneumatic actuator packages in ½"- 8" line sizes.

Endress+Hauser introduces Proline Promag W 300/500 electromagnetic flowmeter

• Endress+Hauser, Inc.

The Promag W flowmeters feature all options to fulfill the requirements of the water and wastewater industry. They possess the necessary custody transfer approvals, Ex approvals as well as IP68 for underwater and buried installations.

ZYFRA Group announces successful test of AI equipped electrical submersible pump

The unit recommends a mode of well operation that will ensure maximum oil flow rate for a certain period of time and provides for stable operation during that period by analyzing current frequency, gauged oil flow rate, periods of intermittent pump operation and other operating parameters.

Specialty Manufacturing Company introduces 845 Series 3/8" five-way valve

Constructed of solid brass, the 845 Series features an electroless nickel-plated brass ball, 302 stainless steel detent and spring, and has a maximum operating pressure of 500 psi at up to 180ºF, making it suitable for pressure, vacuum operation, and panel applications.

Clippard introduces NIV series gradient valves

• Clippard Instrument Laboratory, Inc.

These multi-channel gradient valves are useful for solvent selection, stream splitting, flushing and other automated applications.

Fluid Components International (FCI) announces ST80 Series thermal mass flow meter featuring Adaptive Sensor Technology (AST)

• FCI - Fluid Components International

FCl’s AST thermal mass flow technology for the ST80 Flow Meters features a hybrid sensor drive. This measuring technique combines both constant power (CP) and constant temperature (CT) thermal dispersion sensing technologies in the same instrument.

Endress+Hauser introduces Promag W 300/400/500 flowmeters

• Endress & Hauser

The measuring concept of the Promag W (0 x DN) features multiple measuring electrodes to detect flow. These electrodes generate a higher density of measured data than standard devices. Together with the refined signal analysis, measurement results are realized in swirl conditions.

ControlAir introduces Type 7150 precision air relay

• ControlAir Inc.

The Type 7150 combines the technology of the ControlAir Type 200 Precision Air Relay with the high forward and reverse flow of the Type 6100, 1:1 Relay Volume Booster.

Emerson introduces ASCO Series 158 Gas Valve and Series 159 Motorized Actuator

The valve offers a close-off pressure of 75 psi (5.2 Bar) ensures a safe shutoff in the event of a fuel train system failure and eliminates the need for additional safety components

EXAIR introduces 1/8 NPT siphon fed spray nozzles

With EXAIR’s siphon fed atomizing nozzles, users can coat, lubricate, cool, treat and paint a variety of products using compressed air and liquids with a viscosity of up to 200 centipoise. Used with water, atomizing nozzles are a way to evenly cool hot items in an automated process.

Pepperl+Fuchs introduces 6100 series purge and pressurization system

• Pepperl+Fuchs

The 6100 series is a fully automatic system that does not require an operator to initiate purging or pressurization. It offers optional temperature sensors that can be mounted around the motor for alarm notification or cooling. Additionally, there is automatic pressure compensation for excess leakage from the motor.

Emerson introduces Daniel V707 back pressure control valve

• Emerson

The V707 is based on the trusted Daniel 700 Series valve design which includes a metal to metal seat and protected O-rings to handle harsh crude oil conditions. While users have to stop operations to maintain and replace diaphragm valves, the V707 will ensure minimum maintenance.

Nordson ASYMTEK introduces Vortik Series of pumps

Three pump families in the Vortik series - VPs, VPm, and VPg - are based upon general volume ranges, and each includes models for dispensing one-component (1K) and two-component (2K) fluids.

EXAIR releases Soft Grip Back Blow Safety Air Gun

An array of holes on the Model 1004SS M4 Back Blow Air Nozzle provides a back-facing 360-degree airflow to clear out coolant, chips and light oils from machining processes.

Atlas Copco releases DHS VSD+ dry vacuum pump

Due to the dry operation of the DHS 065 - 200 VSD+, no oil migrates in the pump environment. It is suitable for applications such as vacuum drying and cleaning, paper converting, sensitive and regulations-driven electronics manufacturing and food packaging industries.

AutomationDirect introduces NITRA GVP series pneumatic miniature solenoid valves

• AutomationDirect
• AutomationDirect

GVP series 12 or 24 VDC solenoid valves are available in 10mm and 15mm valve widths and in 2-way or 3-way normally closed configurations. Latching solenoid valves are available in 3-way normally closed configuration. Latching solenoid valves will stay open after being momentarily energized.

FCI announces 2019 version of ST51A Biogas Flow Meter

• FCI - Fluid Components International

FCI’s thermal mass ST51A Biogas Flow Meter is designed specifically for dirty, potentially hazardous biogas processes.

EXAIR introduces Gen4 Super Ion Air Wipe

The Super Ion Air Wipe uses compressed air to entrain high volumes of room air. Two shockless ionizing points powered by a UL Component Recognized 5kV power supply fills the airstream with static eliminating ions.

EGE releases STD flow controller with aseptic Varivent F process adapter

• EGE-Elektronik

The thermal sensor is suitable for use in category 2 hazardous areas. It detects flow velocities between 1 cm/s and 10 cm/s in water and between 3 cm/s and 200 cm/s in oil.

Yokogawa introduces R2 FlowNavigator software

• Yokogawa Corporation of America

The FlowNavigator software unlocks the Flow Configuration Wizard (FCW) and Obtain Flow Coefficient (OFC) modules in the DTMs of the respective devices, adding material and fluid property databases.

Schneider Electric announces Model 876PH-S transmitter

• Schneider Electric

The 876PH-S transmitter now has a backlit LCD display and enhanced diagnostics with predictive maintenance capabilities. The local user interface can be operated in seven languages: English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, German, or Russian.

Pepperl+Fuchs introduces Bebco EPS purge and pressurization system

• Pepperl+Fuchs

The 7500 series Ex pzc/Type Z purge and pressurization system can be fully automatic or manual and purges a common enclosure of hazardous gas or dust to maintain positive pressure.

Leslie Controls introduces K-Max Eccentric Plug Rotary Control Valve.

• Leslie Controls, Inc.

Featuring bi-directional flow capability, the K-Max can handle mediums that are normally flowed to open and flowed to close. The inherent versatility of this design offers the use of one valve style for many applications, allowing for plant standardization and minimal stocking requirements.