Pneumatic automation technology is perfect for process industries: it is robust, inexpensive and very reliable. Compressed air can be transported and stored easily and, in contrast to electricity, is simple to control. Higher thrust and tensile forces and torque values can be achieved by boosting the pressure.

Omega has announced the PX1000 sputtered thin film transducer has an accuracy of 0.25% and the performance stability is ±0.1% FSO for a minimum of 24 h when subjected to any combination of constant temperature and pressure within the specified limits. The standard ranges are 15 to 10,000 psi for the absolute and gage models, but for the sealed gage models the ranges are available at 100 psi and above.

Omega has announced the PX1000 sputtered thin film transducer has an accuracy of 0.25% and the performance stability is ±0.1% FSO for a minimum of 24 h when subjected to any combination of constant temperature and pressure within the specified limits. The standard ranges are 15 to 10,000 psi for the absolute and gage models, but for the sealed gage models the ranges are available at 100 psi and above.

The electro-pneumatic ED02 pressure regulator from Bosch Rexroth measures 76 x 60 x 30 mm and is made with two directly-controlled 2/2-way proportional valves with an air flow of 3.5 SCFM. Regulation is controlled by a microprocessor to provide repetitive precision of 0.44 psi with a hysteresis of 0.73 psi. Four regulators can be linked to each other without a base plate. Compressed air supply is possible from both sides, permitting extremely flexible use in a system.

Festo has announced the Copar drive (compact pneumatic rotary drive) Type DRD (double-acting) and DRE (single-acting), an optimized 90° rotary actuator. Its main features are the Namur interface and the interface for assembly of a process valve. The interface to VDI/VDE 3845, for assembly of a valve on the side of the drive, permits direct mounting of a Namur valve and facilitates the mounting of limit switches, limit switch boxes, positioners and customary actuators.

Pepperl+Fuchs has introduced Reflectors’ H20X40F and H60F. The rectangular reflectors are intended for use with photoelectric sensors in food and beverage processing applications. Units feature IP69K protection to withstand severe high pressure and high temperature washdown, and Ecolab certification for compatibility with common caustic cleaning agents and disinfectants.

KWP heavy duty non-clogging pumps from KSB are designed to handle challenging solids-laden liquids encountered in the energy, pulp and paper, chemical, and the food processing industries. Features aimed at simplifying maintenance include replaceable wear plates and a back pullout design, which makes it possible to overhaul pumps without disconnecting the pump casing from the piping.

KNF corrosion-resistant diaphragm process pumps are suitable for sampling, transferring, evacuating, or compressing aggressive gases in a wide range of challenging industrial applications. The electrically operated and oil-free pumps are said to deliver reliable and contamination-free performance and can be customized with a variety of available materials, motor types, and configurations to suit unique specifications.

LED light strips from IDEC provide up to 67.2 lumens/W. The reinforced glass models include an IP67f degree of protection against water, dust and oil. A polycarbonate plastic cover with IP67 degree of protection is also available, suitable for food processing applications.