Actuation

News related to suppliers  of actuators (electric, hydraulic, pneumatic), product launches and technical articles.

Harsh environment valves

ASCO Numatics has introduced a new line of ASCO Harsh environment valves.

FireChek® valve

The new Firechek FC-4 Series valve from Assured Automation is a FM approved heat activated pneumatic shut-off valve.

Versatile actuators available from APEK

The Apek Controls line of electric actuators offers a broad range of torques from 300 to 30,000 in. lbs. and numerous features including manual overrides, auxiliary switches, 4-20ma modulating control and several voltage options.

Wafer and lug style butterfly valves

Assured Automation has released its line of Resilient seated butterfly valves. These valves are available in 2in thru 12in with a pressure rating up to 225PSI and 14in thru 24in up to 160PSI.

SplineRail linear actuator introduced

Haydon Kerk Motion Solutions has recently introduced the motorized SplineRail Linear Actuator with an integrated connector.

Carbon and stainless steel ball valves

Inline Industries has announced that it now offers a complete line of carbon and stainless steel ball valves from its stock located in Baldwin Park, California.

Curtiss-Wright Opens Manufacturing Facility in TX

Curtiss-Wright Corp recently celebrated the grand opening of its $36 million, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Chambers County, TX. At this new facility, the company will manufacture large vessels and other equipment for the refining and petrochemical industries and will produce large valve products for the severe service process industries.

Valve position monitor makes adjustments redundant

Samson Controls' Type 3738 electronic valve position monitor is a contactless, magneto-resistive sensor system powered by a two-wire supply. 

Triple M signs deal with Tomoe Valve

Triple M tubos, Válvulas e Conexões has signed an exclusive distribution agreement with Tomoe Valve Ltd for Brazil.

Positive shutoff for oil & gas applications

The M&J ball valve by SPX incorporates a version of the patented “EN” style seat seal, helping to make the valve a solution for positive shutoff requirements in oil and gas pipelines.