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    Pneumatics

    Getting a Pulse on the Current State of Fluid Power

    The hydraulics and pneumatics sector remains optimistic about its future.
    Actuators

    A Slow but Steady Move Toward Electric Actuators

    The benefits provided by electric actuators over hydraulic and pneumatic options is increasing their adoption in a range of applications.
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    Hydraulics

    Positive Outlook for Fluid Power Despite Electronics Making Inroads

    As more electric options come into play and an economic slowdown is expected, positive sentiments remain for the hydraulics and pneumatics industry.
    Rex Bateman, Director of Engineering at SMC Corp.
    Pneumatics

    Pneumatic Designs Evolving to Meet Industry Trends

    Automation, sustainability and a desire for increased intelligence are driving an evolution in pneumatic system designs.
    Andrew Zaske, Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Tolomatic
    Actuators

    Increased Demand for Uptime and Reliability Driving Move to Electric Actuators

    Interest in electric actuators as an alternative to fluid power options is growing due to the many performance benefits possible.
    SMAC Corp.
    The LPL80 electric actuator from SMAC was designed specifically to meet the force needs of liquid filling machines.
    Actuators

    SMAC LPL80 Electric Actuators Provide Programmable Speed and Positioning

    The LPL80 electric linear actuators are fully programmable to provide the precise force control required in liquid filling machines.
    SMAC Corp.
    The LPL30 low-profile electric linear moving coil actuator provides the speed, consistency and repeatability necessary for dosing and dispensing applications.
    Actuators

    SMAC LPL30 Electric Actuators Provide Precision Required in Dosing Applications

    The LPL30 low profile electric linear actuators are designed to provide the speed, consistency and repeatability required in dosing and dispensing applications.
    Q&a
    Hydraulics

    Q&A: Design Considerations for Electrification and Fluid Power

    Several factors must be considered, including potential impacts to fluid power systems, when designing for electrification.
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    What changes to hydraulic and pneumatic components will electrification bring?
    Hydraulics

    The Impacts of Electrification on Fluid Power Systems

    Electrification presents challenges as well as opportunities to re-evaluate and improve upon the design of hydraulics and pneumatics.