Joseph Quinn, regional sales manager for the western region of AIGNEP USA and I spoke recently about the company’s products. “We’ve found that distributors of hose product also run into customers that require pneumatic connectivity,” he said. “So what we sell is product that connects pneumatic systems to valves and cylinders from the compressor. We […]
Pneumatic
Guide helps to select the proper pneumatic fitting
A new guide from Beswick Engineering Co. explains the various choices faced when you are selecting pneumatic fittings for your product. There are three common fitting types: barbed, push-to-connect, and compression. Each has advantages and disadvantages. How will you select the best type for the long term success of your design? The Beswick Fitting Selection Guide […]
Brass fittings from Anderson Metals are suitable for a variety of harsh environments
Although not one of the most common fittings used in fluid power applications, brass fittings are extremely useful in corrosive environments for both hydraulic and pneumatic hose and tubing applications. Anderson Metals offers a variety of fittings, including 45° flare fittings, pipe fittings, and push-on hose barbs for a wide range of temperatures. The SAE 45° flare […]
Instrumentation tube fittings now ASTM F1387 certified
Brennan’s entire instrumentation tube fittings line is now ASTM F1387 certified. The fittings have passed rigorous testing including pneumatic proof, hydrostatic proof, impulse, flex fatigue, tensile, burst, repeated assembly, thermal cycling, elevated temperature soak and vibration testing. This means that Brennan instrumentation fittings are proven to perform under the toughest conditions without leaks or failures. Ask […]
Male swivel elbow for food processing applications
Camozzi Pneumatics offers a nickel-plated brass male swivel elbow with its Pro-Fit thread design, which allows assembly into female thread NPT (National Pipe Thread) as well as BSP (British Standard Pipe) forms. The Pro-Fit thread design also eliminates exposed threads and fits into tight spaces, making it suitable for food processing and hygienic applications. The […]
Coilhose Speed Controls work directly with pneumatic actuators
Coilhose’s 90° Speed Controls are used to control the speed of pneumatic devices, such as air cylinders. These “free flow in/metered flow out” are adjustable via a knurled knob and feature a locking nut to retain the setting. These speed controls are ideal for use directly on pneumatic actuators and offer inlet ports from 10-32 […]
New Age Industries Thermobarb Plastic Fittings
Thermobarb plastic fittings from New Age Industries are formulated for excellent chemical and solvent resistance. These FDA-approved, high impact co-polymer polypropylene fittings can operate at temperatures ranging from 10°F to 220°F. They come in many different models, are autoclavable and can operate at pressures of 150 psi with the right clamps. New Age Industries www.newageindustries.com
