Pneumatics

The term pneumatics refers to the use of pressurised gas in order to affect mechanical motion. It is a power that is used a lot in industry. The reason for this is because it is common to have factory units plumbed for compressed air. As well as being commonly used within factories it is also used within sectors such as dentistry, construction and mining.

Pneumatics are used to transmit, control and distribute signals and energy. This is all done through using pressurised air as the medium. Pneumatics can also be effectively combined with other technologies through the use of sensors, transducers and microprocessors.

The use of pneumatics within industry is a concept that is wide spread and is continuing to grow. More and more industry sectors are now opting to use pneumatics and this comes with good reason. I say this as there are many advantages as to why it is a good idea to incorporate the use of pneumatics into your industry sector. Some of these advantages are as follows:

• Cleanliness – as it is air there is no mess
• It gives you simplicity in design and control – the machines are easily designed as they use standard cylinders and other components. The control of it is easy as it is controlled with a simple on and off system.
• Reliability – a pneumatic system requires very little maintenance and is also considered to have a long operating life. A pneumatic system is also reliable thanks to the fact that because the gas is compressible the equipment is less likely to be damaged by shock
• Storage – due to the fact that compressed gas can be stored it means that machines can still be used even when electrical power is lost
• Safety – pneumatic systems are a very small fire hazard and the machines can be designed to be overload safe

If you require the use of a pneumatic system then you have come to the right place thanks to the fact that Howcroft Industrial Supplies can supply you with a comprehensive range of compressed air equipment, pneumatic products, tools, and ancillary equipment.

So for all of your pneumatic system needs look no further than Howcroft Industrial Supplies.