Saving energy using valve

Often the work performed by an air cylinder is only required in one direction. During some operations, air cylinders are retracting or extending with no applied load on the cylinder rod - however, typically, the same pressure for both the extend (working) and retract (idling) operation is used. The use of common pressure for both functions can use an excess of up to 40% compressed air.

This is one area where users can potentially save operating costs and energy usage by using the ASR and ASQ Air Saving Valves.

The valves can easily reduce the retract or extend (idling stroke) operating pressure without having to alter the control circuitry. The air-saving valves are installed in place of the existing fittings and flow control valves.

The design of the valves provides a number of functions and can provide faster cylinder operation, at the lower pressure. In addition, the valves will remove the jerk normally associated with low pressure operation through a fast-charge feature.

Available in a variety of sizes and flow rates, the valves can be easily fitted to existing installed cylinders in minutes and should require no changes to the existing plumbing arrangement.