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Highlights of Fabco-Air Core Capabilities


Our core capabilities have substantially grown beyond supplying compact pneumatic actuators like the Original Pancake®. We expanded our product offerings to include a wide variety of pneumatic actuators that feature excellent performance, durability and lead times. Advanced manufacturing processes enable us to provide custom solutions with turnarounds as short as a single day, and the […]

The Light-duty F-Series Offers High Performance in a Compact Package


The Light-duty F-Series Offers High Performance in a Compact Package

Light-duty pneumatic actuators don’t usually provide the performance and reliability necessary to withstand harsh operating conditions and achieve high throughput — both of which are common requirements for food and beverage, automotive and packaging applications. Most air cylinders will break down or underperform, leading to costly downtime. Fortunately, our F Series of light-duty cylinders overcomes […]

When Selecting Air Cylinders, Don’t Overlook Chemical Compatibility — Part 3


When Selecting Air Cylinders, Don’t Overlook Chemical Compatibility — Part 3

In our last two blog posts, we explored the potential material options for cylinder bodies, pistons, bearings and seals, as well as their ramifications in terms of chemical compatibility. Now, we’re capping off this series with a discussion on how certain chemicals can affect your air cylinder’s lubrication. Lubrication Considerations To Address Pneumatic Cylinder Challenges […]

When Selecting Air Cylinders, Don’t Overlook Chemical Compatibility — Part 1


When Selecting Air Cylinders, Don’t Overlook Chemical Compatibility — Part 1

Pneumatic cylinders are built to endure harsh environmental conditions, ensuring optimal performance in tough applications. However, some materials used to fortify cylinder components may react poorly if they make contact with certain chemicals, which can lead to cylinder damage, degradation and failure. To prevent these outcomes, machine builders must be proactive and consider the environmental […]

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