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Nomathane vacuum suction cups handle injectionmolded plastic parts and coated optics without leaving ghost marks or mold release agents. Pliable silicone-free material resists heat up to 356° F and is wear-resistant, outlasting EPDM, neoprene, ......More

Model LM cylinders come in 11/2- to 12-in. bore sizes and work in tough applications. Feature internal lubrication for life, floating self-aligning repairable rod cartridge, and long-lasting seals. Metric equivalent also available. Peninsular ......More

SPECS Size: 6.1 to 56.6 mm ID FEATURES Available for all ISO 6149 sizes Resist extrusion forces, hydraulic media Made from NBR, EPDM, HNBR, FKM, other polymers Parker Hannifin Corp., Seal Group(508) 269-6332www.parker.com ......More

Catalog describes more than 12,000 products including fittings, tubing, mufflers, manifolds, valves, filters, and accessories. Material choices include brass, stainless steel, and numerous plastics. Also included are a chemical compatibility ......More

A line of stainless-steel cylinders is designed for food-processing and pharmaceutical applications. All-threaded construction cylinders are fully repairable, and their crevice-free design simplifies washdowns and clean-ups. Available in 1 1 ......More

ISO 15407 completes the standardization of fluid power components....More

IMI Norgren Inc., Littleton, Colo., has announced that Jim Mannebach has been appointed to the role of president and CEO of the Norgren Group. Mannebach is the former vice president for the Industrial Technology Group of Roper Industries Inc., Duluth, Ga....More

Although talk around the office water cooler may touch on topics as varied as last night’s playoff game or what CEO was indicted the week before, chances are the talk doesn’t often turn to the water cooler itself. But for those inquisitive enough to wonder how that water gets to the office, part of the answer is Aquatyzer Engineering. This Signal Hill, Calif.-based company manufacturers equipment that simplifies bottling companies’ operations, including machines that wash, fill, and cap 5-gal returnable polycarbonate drinking water bottles....More

Control using electrohydraulic proportional or servo valves is usually achieved by using a power unit that maintains a constant inlet pressure to the control valve. Such design strategy offers several advantages and raises several issues:...More

Fittings with multiple barbs aren't necessarily better than those with a single barb. It all depends on the type of tubing being used. Part quality also plays a dramatic role....More

Following rules maximizes hose lifeBy T. Mueller Most engineering efforts focus on ways to design and manufacture products that satisfy application requirements as inexpensively as possible. But you can make a satisfactory design better by making it ......More

Rodless pneumatic cylinder positions vacuum assembly that positions slip sheets between layers of cans in baskets. Automated Systems & Equipment, Inc., a custom machinery builder in Spartanburg, S.C., finds that pneumatic linear ......More