Tag Archives: Pneumatic Actuators

Assured Automation E Series Actuators Long-Lasting Performance

Assured Automation quarter turn rotary pneumatic E Series Actuators are built for longevity in harsh environments – qualities achieved from their unique cast aluminum alloy body and a two-component polyurethane paint finish. These robust and corrosion resistant pneumatic actuators are … Continue reading

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Scotch-Yoke Piston Actuators

Assured Automation’s O Series pneumatic scotch-yoke actuators are used on quarter turn (90°) ball valves, plug valves, dampers and resilient seated butterfly valves. The features of these pneumatic scotch-yoke actuators include: High duty cycle life, up to 1,000,000 cycles Double acting and spring … Continue reading

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Assured Automation’s FireChek® Equipped Pneumatic Shutoff Valves Support Growth of LNG Distribution

LNG transport is growing as supplies for natural gas continue to grow in the U.S. LNG is used to transport natural gas to markets, where it is regasified and distributed through natural gas pipelines. The carriers store the LNG in … Continue reading

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Q&A: Valve Sizing & Selection – Part I

Key Considerations For Effective Valve Specification  Jack Siedler has spent 43 years in the valve industry, including his current eleven year stint as a technical sales specialist with Assured Automation. During his career, Mr. Siedler has worked with bar stock … Continue reading

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Determining Factors in Choosing Pneumatic vs Electric Actuators

Since their technologies are so different, determining whether to choose a pneumatic or electric actuator for a process system may seem confusing.   Typically, electric actuators are known for their high levels of precision while pneumatic actuators are considered less expensive … Continue reading

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Some Determining Factors in Valve Actuator Selection

When deciding to actuate a valve, whether for precision process control, inaccessibility to remote areas, for emergency fail-safe requirements or because of excessive valve operating torque, it is important to choose the proper actuator for the specific application. Valve actuation … Continue reading

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Refineries and Cryogenic Transfer Trailer Manufacturers Use Automatic Fire Safety Shutoffs to Protect Property and Life

According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) the cautionary response for Liquid Natural Gas (LNG) fire situations is to stop discharge, if possible.1Responses to LNG related fires need to be automatic and quick. For quick, automatic shutoffs, refineries, … Continue reading

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Full Port Sanitary Ball Valve Package

Below is our 36C Triclamp full port ball valve with E Series pneumatic actuator.  The 3-Piece Stainless Steel Ball Valve features a 180 grit interior finish and ISO direct mount pattern for compact automation. The limit switch on this unit … Continue reading

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Newly Released Actuated Valve eBook by Industry Expert Günter Öxler

Automated Valves: Optimization of Process Control and Profits is now available for free download! The eBook is a compilation of educational articles written by the world renowned process engineering expert, Günter Öxler. Companies across the process, resource, and public utility … Continue reading

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FK Series Polypropylene Butterfly Valves

  The FK Series Polypropylene Butterfly Valves offer superior strength and chemical resistance in highly corrosive environments and process flow conditions. The special trapezoid shape of the liner and a serrated body cavity guarantee a bubble tight seal while keeping … Continue reading

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