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There is no "one size fits all" drive train linear actuator technology for every application. In reality, the selection of different types of linear motion systems depends entirely on what is most critical to a specific application.

The iPolymer Sub-miniature Solenoid Valves, offered in 2-Way NC, 2-Way NO, and 3-Way designs, perform under extreme conditions and are ideally suited for semiconductor, pharmaceutical, bio-medical, and chemical process applications.

Rotork Fairchild's all new PAX1 series Linear Actuator can be used alone or it can be paired with a variety of Fairchild time proven pressure regulators enabling remote control of the pneumatic pressure.

Oriental Motor's AlphaStep closed-loop control systems perform accurate positioning operations with ease. The AlphaStep features a unique control system combining the benefits of "open loop control" and "closed loop control".

In hydroelectric power generation, dirt and debris in the intake water can shorten the lifetime of turbine blades. Filters inside intake pipes trap the debris so that only sediment-free water hits the blades. A differential pressure sensor/transducer measures the flow. Learn more.

WIKA inline diaphragm seals and flow-through thermowells either reduce or eliminate dead legs where bacterial or fungal contamination can develop in pharmaceutical manufacturing processes.

Replacing standard alloy fittings on a pressure gauge with gall resistant fittings is a minor change, but doing so eliminates the major issues associated with standard fittings. Fittings in a gall resistant material ensure a leak-tight seal, prevent particulate contamination from silver flaking, and minimize damage to the equipment caused by cross-threaded and/or seized fittings.

Flow measurement, along with measuring temperature and pressure, are critical for optimal operation in gas and steam turbines. If these parameters do not stay within appropriate ranges, a power plant will suffer from issues with safety, performance, and efficiency. Learn more.

Pressure gauges in general can handle ambient temperatures as low as -40°F (-40°C). However, once you get closer to the Arctic Circle, temperatures exceeding 40°F become the norm.

WIKA USA's new Dual Switch Gauge offers customers reliable information and exceptional versatility for pressure monitoring in semiconductor, high purity (HP), and ultra-high purity (UHP) applications. Learn more.

Sometimes, references to pressure transmitter accuracy are actually about the non-linearity of the pressure transmitter's response. Although accuracy and non-linearity are related, the two terms are not the same and shouldn't be used interchangeably.

Pressure and temperature instrument dials with big, bright numbers increase instrument visibility and readability. WIKA USA's retro-reflective dial background makes it even easier to locate a critical installation among the sea of industrial gauges, adding to the speed of taking a correct reading.

With the 2020 deadline for elimination of all SAP-based filter monitors quickly approaching, the CDF-X™ provides the only non-SAP drop-in replacement for the EI1588 filter monitors for the aviation fuel filtration industry.

WIKA's mini diaphragm gauge was developed for high-purity applications with limited space requirements, such as smaller integrated gas sticks and gas box assemblies. The nominal sizes of 1" and 1.3" are ideal for applications involving gaseous, liquid, and corrosive media up to 160 psi.

The Junction Module (JX) is the latest addition to the FieldLink line of process networking accessories.

The SC series of single-element industrial filter housings from Cardinal combine the robustness of 304 or 316 stainless steel construction with the economics of a streamlined design.

Barksdale announces the release of its first digital pressure transmitter family with HART® communication protocol: Series BiT. The new BiT has two product series: Series 450X, with explosion proof rated enclosure, and Series 450, which is designed for high pressure test & measurement. Learn more.

Barksdale announces the release of BDS3000, an electronic differential pressure switch with a 4-digit display. The BDS3000 expands Barksdale's Generation 3000 Series of electronic products that include temperature, level, and pressure sensor technology.

Barksdale announces the first release of the Generation 3000 Series with IO-Link digital communication protocol: the BPS3000, an electronic dual pressure switch with a 4-digit display is now equipped with IO-Link protocol.

PGI answered customer requests for a lower stem handle turning torque by introducing their new Low-Torque™ Grafoil® bonnet and packing design. Grafoil® Stem Seal Torque Reduced 50%.

Parker Autoclave Engineers have taken a variety of in-house technologies and created a patent-pending simple to make connection using easy-to-use tools that are as safe as a Cone & Thread connection without any of the vibration sensitivity.

Vibration and noise control for stepper motors have been a focus of machine builders in recent years. Too much vibration can cause missed steps, and minimization of noise can widen applications outside of factory automation. The good news is that recent advances in driver technology can help.

It can be challenging for OEMs, system integrators, and distributors to find invisible noise. Unwanted EMI and RFI noise can degrade the performance of communication systems and cause false triggering and faulty readings in sensor circuits.

EMI and RFI are types of electric or electronic emission that can degrade, impair, or prevent electrical circuit performance. To protect and optimize equipment performance, Enerdoor offers one of the largest ranges of solutions to reduce electromagnetic/radio-frequency interference.