Pneumatic Valves: Industries that Use Pneumatic Applications
The word pneumatics is derived from the Greek word, “Pneuma,” meaning air or wind. Pneumatic systems use air or gas as the medium because air can be sufficiently exhausted into the atmosphere after completing its assigned task. Compressed air is used to transmit energy. Hydraulic systems using pneumatic valves or systems are being used extensively in many industries and industrial processes.
Applications of pneumatic systems in industries:
Agricultural machinery and farm equipment
Agricultural and farm machines use single-acting pneumatic seals on crop harvesting, drainage, bailing, and threshing. The use of pneumatic seals not only improves machine speed and performance, but also protects the machines that face daily exposure to UV and extreme weather conditions.
Automobile manufacturers
Most vehicle assembly lines use pneumatic rams on assembly jigs. Major manufacturers prefer pneumatic systems as they are more efficient, cleaner, quieter, and require less maintenance. It also has no leakage to contaminate its surroundings.
Coal mining
Pneumatic systems are used extensively in mining and roof support machinery. In the mining industry, safety is of the highest essential, and the use of pneumatic systems provides high performance and minimum maintenance. High-pressure pneumatics are also used for underground seals and wipers.
Concrete pumping
Concrete pump systems use pneumatic rams that require specialised sealing. This is used to operate the concrete pumping plungers and rams on the boom. Pneumatic systems are preferred because of their efficiency since concrete is heavy, viscous, abrasive, and solidifies if not kept moving. Dangerous blockages can occur if the pump is not kept working.
Excavators and earth-movers
High-performance pneumatic seal kits are required for heavy earthmoving machines, backhoe loaders, bulldozers, and excavators. The construction and mining industries are the heaviest users of high-performance seals for these heavy machines.
Textile manufacturers
Pneumatic shaft seals, mechanical seals, and spring energised Teflon seals are commonly used on textile machinery. A super seal in high-performance polymers is needed to cope with the compact spinning, high pressure, and constant rotation of the air rams.
Cheese manufacturers
Pneumatic guide rings, wipers, and spring energised seals are used in manufacturing and packaging machines in the cheese industry. High-pressure nitrite rubber and Teflon materials are used to support the pneumatic systems in the machines.
Master Mac 2000
Master Mac 2000 P/L is the sole authorised distributor of pneumatic valves manufactured by Mack Valves, made exclusively in Australia. Mack is a brand widely known internationally for its robust design, reliability, and longevity. Master Mac 2000 is an exclusively Australian company operating from its offices and warehouses in Queensland and New South Wales. Call them now at 0733444711, or you can enquire at https://mastermac2000.com.au/.
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About The Author
Stuart Havill
Stuart Havill is the owner and manager of MasterMac2000, Queensland's largest privately owned pneumatic and process valve company.
With his early working career as a maintenance fitter for Boral in 1992, Stuart has spent his life in the field of pneumatics and process equipment. He gained extensive experience in plant design, maintenance, repairs, fabrication, and site management.
In 1996, he transitioned to a pneumatic sales technician role at MasterMac2000, where he excelled in key account management, providing cost-effective solutions, and managing a sales team of 9 employees.
Since 2002, Stuart has been the manager at MasterMac2000, overseeing the company's growth and establishing it as a leader in pneumatic automation and process valve engineering. His expertise spans customer training, CRM setup, industrial compressor sizing and installation, and turn-key project management.
Under Stuart's leadership, MasterMac2000 has been servicing the industry since 1988, with 5 full-time sales representatives covering northern rivers NSW, Queensland, Northern Territory, and PNG. The company prides itself on providing the best-priced solutions to all customers in the marketplace.
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