Cylinder Force Calculator: Determine if Force Output Meets Application Requirements

When choosing actuators for industrial applications, you have to know the amount of force that will...

What's the Difference Between a Hydraulic Actuator and a Pneumatic Linear Actuator?

Linear actuators (or cylinders) are responsible for converting energy from a power source (air,...

When is a Double-Acting Air Cylinder Right for Your Application?

Cylinders that convert energy into linear motion can be powered by hydraulic fluid or compressed...

6 Telltale Signs You Need Air Cylinder Repair

A lot can go wrong with air cylinders, and when any problem could lead to downtime, damage, or...

Ask the Engineer: How Do You Determine Moment Load?

There are always numerous factors that go into choosing the right linear actuator or gearbox for an...

What Is the Difference Between a Single and Double Acting Hydraulic or Pneumatic Cylinder?

If you need power, there’s nothing like a hydraulic cylinder to deliver a big punch. It’s the...

7 Real-World Applications for a Double Acting Cylinder

There are a lot of types of actuators (or cylinders) and they are invaluable for moving machinery...

Pneumatic Cylinders - Benefits of Rodded Cylinders [VIDEO]

Sleek, low profile, and lightweight are excellent attributes in a pneumatic actuator. But when you...

Best Applications for Hydraulic Linear Actuators

When your industrial design calls for linear movement, you might want to use hydraulic actuators....

[VIDEO] Introduction to DURATRK™ Rodless Cylinders

W.C. Branham President and CEO Troy Branham introduces our pneumatic actuator line, specifically...