One of the key developments associated with the emergence of the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and Industry 4.0 is the expanding use of sensors throughout automation systems, including ...

Examples of pneumatic (left) and electronic actuators from Bimba Manufacturing Company. The question of whether it’s better to use pneumatic or electric actuators as part of your system design or to ...

A pneumatic system is one of the most commonly used types of instrument powering a variety of tools and equipment. From dentist tools, automatic doors, paint sprayers, to massive factory machines, ...

Pneumatic motion control has been on the automation scene for decades and doesn’t appear to be heading for the exit ramp any time soon despite advances in technologies such as electric actuation.

Manufacturers around the world rely on machinery to rapidly produce quality products on a daily basis. Investing in the right technology and proper equipment is critical to the overall success of the ...

HOW DO ACTUATOR CHOICES AFFECT PRODUCTIVITY IN MOTION-CENTRIC AUTOMATION ENVIRONMENTS? Jerry Numatics: Pneumatic actuators are available in a variety Jerry • Numatics: Pneumatic actuators are ...

An electronic retrofit for pneumatically controlled heating and cooling systems shows how to bring old buildings into the 21st century. In the last decade or so, owners of commercial buildings have ...