Problem: Sheet Metal Shear
This month’s problem is to convert a manually operated sheet metal shear to operate on pneumatics. Looking at the diagram, you will see..
Money Wasted Due to Air Leaks
ONE THING I FIND in maintenance costs is money wasted due to air leaks that drive a compressor runtime through the roof and the electric..
In the “Heat” of the Moment
IN THE “HEAT” OF THE MOMENT of a pneumatic system troubleshooting exercise, skilled workers frequently overlook the most important..
Vacuum Assist to Lift Single-Acting Vertical Hydraulic Cylinders
For discussion purposes, we will assume the cylinder is 4 inches in diameter, the rod is 2 inches in diameter, and all math figured here is..
Keep That Pressure Under Control!
Machinery in a plant often operates at pressure settings higher than that actually needed to get the job done. Elevated pressure settings..
