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The Kyntronics SMART hydraulic all-in-one actuation system controls position, force and speed in applications requiring 500 lb. (2,225N) to over 100,000 lb. (445kN) of force capacity.
Kevin Fitzgerald, a global solutions architect and Schneider Electric Fellow and representative of OPAF, answers questions on IIoT and the OPAF’s role in IIoT technologies.
The Bimba CMH compact hydraulic actuator offers pressures up to 2,030 psi (140 bar), while the CHH version provides pressures to 3,000 psi (206 bar), and is available with an optional switch slot to integrate position sensing.
Tolomatic ERD hygienic, all-stainless steel electric actuators are designed to IP69K rating specifications for clean-in-place, high-temperature, high-pressure caustic washdowns.
The Tolomatic RSX-096 hydraulic-class electric linear rod actuator includes tie-rods and Type III hard-coat anodized aluminum or zinc-plated steel construction.
Hayward HRS Series quarter-turn electric actuators feature a powder-coated aluminum alloy housing, ISO 5211-compliant mounting with a double-square drive socket, on/off or proportional control, integrated local control stations and visual position indicators.
The Siko AG26 actuator includes Ethernet/IP, Profinet and EtherCAT and POWERLINK industrial Fieldbus interfaces; a brushless EC motor; power and control electronics; a position controller; and M12 connection technology.
Do what makes sense when installing automation in your facility, considering your budget and business goals. Understanding your application can help you fine-tune your equipment purchase.
While the trend for large manufacturers is to automate a new plant in its entirety, small and medium-sized food and beverage processors rarely have the funds to automate their plants, turning them into lights-out facilities. Even some tier-one processors may find areas in certain operations where it may not make sense to over-automate.