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Control.com Asks the Experts: Serious Questions About Fluid Valves

Control.com Asks the Experts: Serious Questions About Fluid Valves

After working with solenoid valves for many years, there are still a few questions: is AD or DC voltage better? Do we really need lubrication? I turned to an expert for some answers.


IMI Delivers Strong Authority in Fluid and Motion to PACK EXPO

IMI Delivers Strong Authority in Fluid and Motion to PACK EXPO

Rugged, reliable components are a cornerstone of anything that moves. IMI brought the combined expertise of leaders in fluid controls, actuation, electrical motion, and communications to PACK EXPO.


News Oct 06, 2025 by David Peterson
Introducing Gemu’s Multifunctional Valve Actuation Automation Module

Introducing Gemu’s Multifunctional Valve Actuation Automation Module

The Gemu 44A0 module combines a combi switchbox and position control with variants for basic, open/close applications and variants for complex applications where precision is paramount.


News Oct 05, 2025 by Seth Price
Camozzi Elevates PACK EXPO with Pneumatic, Electric, and Fieldbus Innovations

Camozzi Elevates PACK EXPO with Pneumatic, Electric, and Fieldbus Innovations

Camozzi Automation demonstrated pneumatic, electric, and IIoT-ready systems at PACK EXPO, highlighting actuation, air treatment, and fieldbus tech for all applications across the packaging industry.


News Oct 05, 2025 by David Peterson
Festo Presents Gantry Palletizing and Fluid Innovations at PACK EXPO

Festo Presents Gantry Palletizing and Fluid Innovations at PACK EXPO

Fluid actuators and electrical controls are integrally mixed in today’s manufacturing environment. Festo presented both solutions, offering a wide range of products for the packaging industry.


News Oct 02, 2025 by David Peterson
Emerson Demonstrates Floor-to-Cloud Solutions at PACK EXPO

Emerson Demonstrates Floor-to-Cloud Solutions at PACK EXPO

Floor-to-Cloud is a concept that includes all elements from sensing to control and includes analytical elements for process optimization, of which Emerson provides a comprehensive solution set.


News Oct 02, 2025 by David Peterson
Troubleshooting Linear Hydraulic Motion

Troubleshooting Linear Hydraulic Motion

Motion systems come in many forms. Hydraulic motion brings some unique problems, not seen in electric systems. This article will focus on how to recognize prominent failures quickly and correctly.


SMC Releases Remote Control Valve Electric Speed Controller

SMC Releases Remote Control Valve Electric Speed Controller

SMC has released a speed controller that can be operated remotely via electric signals. The new device aims to optimize and simplify flow control by serving as an alternative to manually operated speed controllers.


News Jul 22, 2025 by Shawn Dietrich
Smarter Valves and Cylinders Arrive in SMC’s New Lineup

Smarter Valves and Cylinders Arrive in SMC’s New Lineup

SMC releases enhanced valves, flow controllers, and air cylinders to improve automation reliability, simplify installation, and reduce maintenance needs.


News Jul 10, 2025 by Austin Futrell
A New Way to Pneumatic: Industrial Piezo Electric Valves

A New Way to Pneumatic: Industrial Piezo Electric Valves

The term "piezo" refers to a relationship between mechanical deformation and voltage–useful for some sensor processes. Recently, the concept has been employed to upgrade pneumatic valves.


DIN Valve Connectors: Types, Applications, and Benefits

DIN Valve Connectors: Types, Applications, and Benefits

DIN valve connectors, not to be confused with DIN rails, are a common electrical connector for valves in the automation industry, efficiently providing power to valves, sensors, and even small motors.


IMI Invests $38M Toward Automation Manufacturing and Sustainability

IMI Invests $38M Toward Automation Manufacturing and Sustainability

Scheduled to open in 2026, the new facility in Lake Forest, CA will primarily be targeted at manufacturing for the CCI actuator and control valve product catalog.


News Feb 17, 2025 by Damond Goodwin
Emerson Introduces Dew Point Sensor for Pneumatic System Air Quality

Emerson Introduces Dew Point Sensor for Pneumatic System Air Quality

Discover how Emerson's new AVENTICS DS1 dew point sensor enhances air quality monitoring in pneumatic systems, protecting equipment and reducing costs and downtime.


News Jan 31, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
Basics of Air Motors: Pneumatically Controlled Rotation

Basics of Air Motors: Pneumatically Controlled Rotation

Air motors are common in process industries, mainly used in hazardous areas. This article introduces the features and working principles of air motors and the differences between air and electrical motors.


Monitor and Control Diaphragm Valves With Alfa Laval’s ThinkTop V55

Monitor and Control Diaphragm Valves With Alfa Laval’s ThinkTop V55

Alfa Laval has expanded the ThinkTop family of valve monitoring and control devices with the new ThinkTop V55, designed specifically for diaphragm valves in the hygienic industries.


News Nov 30, 2024 by Shawn Dietrich
Pneumatic Valve Operation: Manual, Pilot, and Solenoid

Pneumatic Valve Operation: Manual, Pilot, and Solenoid

Learn about various ways to activate directional control valves for fluids using manual input, air pilot sources, and electrical controls. Sometimes, valves even use a mix of multiple power sources.


The Importance of Air Preparation in Pneumatic Systems

The Importance of Air Preparation in Pneumatic Systems

Compressed air is a common economical way of adding motion to your automated equipment, but the air needs to be filtered, regulated, and sometimes lubricated. The air prep unit does all that and more.


Parker Gen IV DFplus Hydraulic Valves Use New Chipset for Data Processing

Parker Gen IV DFplus Hydraulic Valves Use New Chipset for Data Processing

Generation IV voice coil drives with proportional control, improved data handling, and LED status indicator are now available from Parker.


News Nov 19, 2024 by Seth Price
Pack Expo Wrap-up V2: The Future of Packaging Automation

Pack Expo Wrap-up V2: The Future of Packaging Automation

Join us for a second look back at a few more excellent exhibitors at the recent Pack Expo demonstrating key technologies that solve problems in the packaging and handling industries.


News Nov 13, 2024 by David Peterson
Looking Back at Pack: The First Days at the Show

Looking Back at Pack: The First Days at the Show

Now that Pack Expo is over, we can have a deeper look into some of the innovations from companies with solutions to the hardware and software challenges surrounding the world of packaged goods.


News Nov 08, 2024 by David Peterson