SMC recently introduced a new 2/3 port media separated valve series, LVMK20/200, to its collection of over 12 000 basic products. The valve has been designed to prevent armature sticking and corrosion that in the past has led to equipment or valve failure.
SMC Pneumatics product manager Brian Abbott explains that by preventing fluid from entering the solenoid assembly, it remains pollution-free from oil, metal and dust particles, improving overall performance and reliability. “As a result of this, the launch of a new 2 and 3 port media separated valve means improved performance and lowered component costs,” he adds.
Designed for sensitive applications such as water purification, and blood and atmospheric pollution analysers, thanks to its media separation structure the LVMK20/200 series has proved popular overseas.
“There are two models to choose from, either a base mounted or body ported option, offering customers flexibility in terms of use. The body ported model features an integrated barb fitting, allowing for easy piping which delivers labour savings,” says Abbott.
Both designs are easy to clean, as there is very little dead space, reducing cleaning costs and eliminating the need to adjust flow rates with the three-port valve, keeping leakage rates to a minimum.
Actuator with integral controller SMC Corporation South Africa
Motion Control & Drives
The new EQ series of slide-type and rod-type electric actuators from SMC feature a fully integrated controller, providing a simpler to set up, easier to use, space-saving solution that simultaneously helps users to save energy and reduce CO2 emissions.
Read more...The six pillars of hydraulic system health Hydrasales
Pneumatics & Hydraulics
Hydrasales, a leader in hydraulic and lube oil industry solutions, offers an extensive range of condition monitoring products designed to safeguard your systems. Here are six essential checks for hydraulic system health to keep your systems in optimal shape.
Read more...Compressed air preparation Artic Driers International
Pneumatics & Hydraulics
The choice of compressed air dryers is driven by the air quality demands of your plant.
Read more...Compressed air treatment do’s and don’ts Artic Driers International
Pneumatics & Hydraulics
As a long-established importer and manufacturer of air dryers, Artic Dryers often sees the results of poor installation and issues with aftercoolers that create serious problems in air drying systems.
Read more...Next-gen air compressors for plastics manufacturer
Pneumatics & Hydraulics
Integrated Air Solutions has reinforced its partnership with global compressor manufacturer, ABC Compressors by facilitating the installation and commissioning of two next-generation direct-drive ABC machines for a prominent plastic manufacturer in South Africa.
Read more...Electrohydraulic shredding of galvanic waste
Pneumatics & Hydraulics
Galvanised parts are among the last big challenges for recycling. ImpulsTec is implementing shockwave or electrohydraulic shredding technology, for the separation of complex material compounds in industrial processes.
Read more...Revealing the value of filtration Hydrasales
Pneumatics & Hydraulics
The life and reliability of hydraulic systems are greatly affected by the presence of particulate contamination in the lubricant. However, in the face of potential contamination there is hope. The cleaner the fluid, the more reliable the system or process, and the longer the lifespan of its components.
printer friendly version