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Industrial valves come in a wide range of designs to fit various handling needs. Though they are commonplace for residential and home use, irrigation, HVAC systems, and various other processes, industrial valves are ideal for systems that require a higher threshold for pressure demand. Commonly composed of a valve body, valve bonnet, valve actuator, and valve trim, these parts work together to create what is commonly known as a valve.

A pneumatic system is a system that uses compressed air to transmit and control energy. Pneumatic systems are used in a broad range of industries, where they rely on a constant supply of compressed air to function. In this blog, we will discuss the most common pneumatic system components and their function.

Hydraulic accumulators, most simply put, are energy storage devices. They are similar to rechargeable batteries within electrical systems, except that they store and discharge energy in the form of pressurized fluid. The accumulator itself is a pressure vessel that holds hydraulic fluid and a compressible gas, most commonly nitrogen. The shell or housing of the accumulator is made from materials such as steel, stainless steel, aluminum, titanium, and fiber-reinforced composites. Within the device a flexible barrier, such as a piston or rubber bladder, separating the oil from the gas.

Filters are components that are regularly implemented within vehicles for their protection. As fibrous mesh materials that are installed within various assemblies, automotive filters function to capture particles of matter such as dirt or sand so that they are removed from systems before they cause corrosion or damage. Due to the high importance that automotive filters serve for the overall health of an automobile, it can be useful to be aware of the most common types that may be found within them.

When machining metals for various industries and applications, cutting tools serve as one of the most crucial aspects of the process. While metal cutting tools have existed for ages, improvements to such equipment pieces have allowed us to achieve high-grade production like never before. Whether one is cutting, welding, drilling, profiling, bending, or milling a metal piece, some type of metal cutting tool will be required for machining. In this blog, we will discuss some of the common types of cutting tools and how they are used, allowing you to best determine what you need for your operations.