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August 2003

Two-fisted performance from compact twin-action pneumatic actuator

A fast-acting version of one of Australia's smallest and fastest pneumatic actuators is being introduced by Air Springs Supply Pty Ltd.

Powered extension and powered exhaust of the 2M1A Ministroke make it suitable for rapid processing and materials handling applications requiring compact size but a stroke that is longer than normal for the size.

The 2M1A has a starting (deflated) height of only 64mm, but a stroke of 86mm and maximum force exceeding 200kg, says Air Springs Supply National Sales Manager Mr Simon Agar.

This performance coupled with one of the most rapid cycling actions available for industrial actuation makes the 2M1A suitable for light and rapid tasks such as conveyor actuation, transfer gates, drive tables, stamping, sealing and forming, he says.

Available with either plastic or brass air inlets to suit food, chemical, high purity or corrosive materials, the sleeve-type 2M1A complements larger single, double and triple Airstrokes in capacities up to 40,000kg each.

With no internal moving parts to wear or break, Airstrokes tough, clean fabric-reinforced rubber construction and lack of need for lubrication makes them highly suitable for use in arduous industrial environments.

Manufactured by Firestone, Airstrokes routinely complete millions of cycles of trouble-free service in demanding applications throughout Australia, where the wider Airstroke family has been used for more than 20 years.

Information about the full range of Air Spring actuators and isolators can be obtained through the new website of Air Springs Supply Pty Ltd, www.airsprings.com.au which is one of Australia's most comprehensive guides to pneumatic actuation, isolation and suspension.

For more information about Air Springs Supply s national distribution and technical support network, please contact Air Springs Supply Pty Ltd, 137 Bowden St, Meadowbank, Sydney 2114, ph (02) 9807 4077, fax (02) 9807 6979, simon@airsprings.com.au