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Wye Flanged Lateral w/ 3-Way Linkage

In addition to our actuated Tee program, Max Air can also automate other fitting configurations such the Wye style flanged lateral shown in these images. Using the same basic linkage style, the two legs of the fitting can be simultaneously operated for efficient mixing or…
Max-Air Technology
June 29, 2020
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Communication to Customers Concerning COVID-19.

Dear Customer, In reference to the latest United States Government information as of today’s date 1 PM CDT, regarding the evolution of the COVID-19 health emergency, Max-Air Technology, Inc. is closely monitoring the situation and will provide further updates as required. At the moment, we…
Max-Air Technology
March 17, 2020
Case Studies

Modulating, Electric 15° V-Ball Assemblies

These modulating AE Series electric actuators are going out mounted to Sesto M32 3-piece valves with 15° v-balls. (Also note our heat dissipating couplers and MAB cast stainless brackets.) Need greater control over your flow? Max-Air has the capability to offer complete packages in house!
Max-Air Technology
February 6, 2020
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Max-Air Purchases Solidworks Flow Simulation Software

Solidworks Flow Simulation Software With its CFD analysis capabilities, we can simulate liquid and gas flow in real world conditions, run “what if” scenarios, and quickly analyze the effects of fluid flow, heat transfer, and related forces on immersed or surrounding components. Featured SOLIDWORKS Flow…
Max-Air Technology
February 5, 2020
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Max-Air Purchases Conval Sizing Software

CONVAL Control Valve Sizing Software Calculation of cv value, flow rates, or upstream and downstream pressures Calculation of control characteristics w/ graphical optimization Key Performance Indicator “Ri” (Reliability Index) – overall reliability rating based on predicted cavitation and noise Key Performance Indicator “Ci” (Controllability Index)…
Max-Air Technology
February 5, 2020
Case Studies

Red Epoxy Coated UT 180° Actuators

At Max-Air, we pride ourselves on the level of customization we can achieve. Not only do we provide perfectly taylored solutions that meet technical requirements, but we can also provide them in whatever color you need! Pictured here are a few red epoxy coated UT…
Max-Air Technology
January 14, 2020
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Expanding & Upgrading Machining Capabilities

In 2020, Max-Air Technology is expanding its machining department to better serve customers with their valve automation needs. Below is the newest machine and the freshly epoxy coated floor! Contact Max-Air for all of your valve mounting needs today!
Max-Air Technology
December 27, 2019
Case Studies

LockMesh Control Valve Assembly

This control valve assembly is complete with positioner, stainless tubing, and air filter regulator. The aluminum rack and pinion actuator has been upgraded with LockMesh coating, which provides similar corrosion resistance to stainless. It does this while reducing cost and weight. This is an excellent…
Max-Air Technology
November 5, 2019
Case Studies

Tandem Assemblies That Defy Gravity!

Tandem assemblies that defy gravity! The bottom Delta T butterfly valve is direct mounted, while the top is mounted with a custom coupler and one of our MAB Cast Stainless Steel Brackets. Whatever the application, Max-Air is committed to providing a solution!
Max-Air Technology
August 9, 2019
Case Studies

Fail Close Valve w/ Manual Override

This assembly features an MT Series spring return, fail closed actuator working in tandem with our GOW Series declutchable gear override. If you need to manually operate an automated valve during shutdown, maintenance, or emergency situations, a declutchable gear operator is the perfect way to…
Max-Air Technology
May 24, 2019
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Modulating Butterfly Valve Assemblies

These modulating butterfly valve assemblies are equipped with our MT rack and pinion actuators, explosion proof SMART positioners, and explosion proof solenoid valves for shutoff on loss of electrical signal. The are expertly mounted by our trained technicians and fully tested by our engineers.
Max-Air Technology
May 17, 2019
Case Studies

Epoxy Coated MTs and Damper Valves

Our shop is always working on something new and exciting. This customer supplied us with damper valves for integration. We mounted our Epoxy Coated MT rack and pinion actuators and MS45 limit switches. The unique part of this job was, the end user wanted the…
Max-Air Technology
May 17, 2019
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European Leverism

This integrated solution was engineered and manufactured at our world headquarters in Agrate Brianza, Italy.  The pneumatic control assembly was specifically designed to provide a stainless steel enclosed lever-mechanism coupling the electro-pneumatic positioner and the position indication limit switch box in tandem.  In addition, the…
Max-Air Technology
May 16, 2019
Case Studies

Wellhead Choke Valve Assembly

Max-Air Technology had the good fortune to be selected as the actuator of choice by Equipment & Controls Inc., an Emerson Impact Partner located in Lawrence, PA, for a critical pressure reducing and secondary ESD (Emergency Shutdown) solution. The application utilizes a Cyclonic Choke Valve…
Max-Air Technology
March 5, 2019
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Fail-Safe Positioner w/ Speed Control

Customer supplied positioners were assembled & tested with Max-Air MT Series actuators. Stainless steel hard tubing provides corrosion resistance, durability and clean aesthetics. Max-Air CF3 NAMUR mount speed control blocks allows for speed adjustment in the field (for open and close directions).
Max-Air Technology
January 18, 2019
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Turn-Key Automated Package w/ Override

Max-Air assembled & tested complete automated package, ready for valve mounting. Max-Air MT Series actuator, GOW Series declutchable gear operator, SV Series NAMUR solenoid valve and filter regulator are integrated together with a customer supplied limit switch box.
Max-Air Technology
January 18, 2019
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Custom Scotch Yoke Actuators

Special project order with customer-specified paint finish and custom mounting and cylinder configurations. Max-Air HD Series scotch yoke actuators are versatile and customizable with a modular design, capable of operation with air, hydraulic fluid, or even water. Scotch yoke actuators can be a cost-effective and…
Max-Air Technology
January 16, 2019
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Manual Override Assemblies

Max-Air Technology builds valve assemblies to suit customer needs. Pictured here is our MT series rack and pinion actuator with our GOW series declutch manual override direct mounted to ball valves. Our GOW series declutch gear operator is made to ISO standard, so mounting it…
Max-Air Technology
January 15, 2019
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Custom Machined Couplers and Stainless Steel ISO 5211 Cast Brackets

JTNDaWZyYW1lJTIwd2lkdGglM0QlMjI1NjAlMjIlMjBoZWlnaHQlM0QlMjIzMTUlMjIlMjBzcmMlM0QlMjJodHRwcyUzQSUyRiUyRnd3dy55b3V0dWJlLmNvbSUyRmVtYmVkJTJGbGdTTkstXzRFc3MlMjIlMjBmcmFtZWJvcmRlciUzRCUyMjAlMjIlMjBhbGxvdyUzRCUyMmFjY2VsZXJvbWV0ZXIlM0IlMjBhdXRvcGxheSUzQiUyMGVuY3J5cHRlZC1tZWRpYSUzQiUyMGd5cm9zY29wZSUzQiUyMHBpY3R1cmUtaW4tcGljdHVyZSUyMiUyMGFsbG93ZnVsbHNjcmVlbiUzRSUzQyUyRmlmcmFtZSUzRQ== Max-Air Technology provides custom machined stainless steel pinions paired with ISO 5211 stainless steel cast brackets for all your automation needs. Contact for availability and distribution: Tel: +1 636 272 4934 Fax: 636.272.4937 Toll Free: 888.842.9998 Email: info@maxairtech.com
Max-Air Technology
December 28, 2018
Case Studies

Next Generation Electro-Hydraulic Actuator

Max-Air MT Series rack & pinion actuator outfitted with a custom electro-hydraulic power pack. The system is completely self-contained and ready for field wiring, includes manual handpump override and open/close feedback switches. Explosion proof or NEMA 4/4X options available for a variety of power and…
Max-Air Technology
December 12, 2018
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Cost Effective High Performance

10” & 12” 850 Series Delta T Double Offset High Performance Butterfly valves outfitted with cost effective, corrosion resistant automation package. Max-Air “LockMesh” coated actuators are a cost effective alternative to stainless steel actuators, reducing cost and weight of the overall assembly. The GOW Series…
Max-Air Technology
May 10, 2018
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Fail Closed 28” Lug DI BFV

Max-Air automated this 28” DI Lug Butterfly valve with our HD Series scotch yoke actuator, spring return fail closed.  Max-Air accessories were also included – MS48-120M03 explosion proof limit switch box and SV29-120VAC-3-STD explosion proof inline solenoid valve were pre-wired and terminated for a complete…
Max-Air Technology
November 10, 2017
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Modulating Electric 3” Ball Valve

Max-Air AE Series modulating electric actuator is perfect for rotary control valve applications – particularly applications using butterfly valves, ball valves, and v-port ball valves.  Flexible input and output options (selectable 4-20mA, 0-10V), standard auxiliary switches, space heater & convenient LED open/close indication make setup…
Max-Air Technology
August 27, 2017
Case Studies

¾” Tandem Ball Valve Assembly

Max-Air designed this custom assembly setup to actuate two ball valves simultaneously with one actuator.  The valves operate opposite to each other, with one air to open/spring to close and the other air to close/spring to open.  Customer specified inductive proximity bolt type switches mount…
Max-Air Technology
May 27, 2017
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3 Position 180° Dribble Control Package

Max-Air assembles and tests 3 position dribble control automation packages, ready to mount directly to an ISO mount standard 3-way T-port ball valve or other custom applications (with mounting kit adaption if necessary).  Max-Air stocks 180° and 90° actuators in double acting or spring return…
Max-Air Technology
January 27, 2017
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SS Gear Operated Butterfly Valve

Max-Air designed and fabricated all stainless mounting kit uses our heavy duty MAB Series CF8 (304SS) cast bracket, custom stainless coupling and all stainless hardware to complete a match made in stainless heaven.  A 3" SS Butterfly valve is joined with a SS gear operator…
Max-Air Technology
January 20, 2017
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Mirror Polish Actuator

Who is the fairest actuator of them all?  Not only does Max-Air stock a full line of stainless steel body rack and pinion actuators, we can also offer a mirror polish finish for extra-sensitive applications. Polished stainless steel is especially suitable for applications where bacteria…
Max-Air Technology
January 5, 2017
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One-Stop Shop

Max-Air is more than just an actuator manufacturer or just another automation house.  We can provide complete, turn-key packages ready for service.  Specifications are usually driven by the valve, which is dictated by the process and environment.  We start from the “ground” (valve, process, environment)…
Max-Air Technology
November 18, 2016
Case Studies

Max-Air Hazloc Assemblies

Max-Air can provide a wide variety of accessories for safe operation in hazardous locations.  This fail safe ball valve assembly is equipped with an explosion proof limit switch and a 3-way solenoid valve that will allow it to fail SAFE under the most dangerous conditions.
Max-Air Technology
November 17, 2016
Case Studies

3” V-Port Ball Valve Assembly

A spring return fail close MT51.S4 actuator mounted to a 3” V-Port 150# flanged ball valve via stainless steel bracket and coupling.  The PEY01 positioner proportionally moves the position of the V-Port ball based on a 4-20mA input signal, providing accurate flow control.  Clean, dry…
Max-Air Technology
November 17, 2016
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The Taming of the Trunnion

Max-Air SHD Series scotch yoke actuators sit perched atop beastly 8” Class 300 trunnion ball valves.  Strong and swift, these spring return actuators tame the intimidating ball valves and force the ball to the closed position when critical shutoff is required.  Complete with seamless mounting…
Max-Air Technology
November 16, 2016
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Low Temp Buna Actuator

Max-Air debuts it’s new addition to our low temperature line-up: Low Temp Buna Seals!  We are now stocking Buna seals designed for low temperature applications down to -40°F, for cases where the standard low temp silicone seals are incompatible.  In this case study, the actuator…
Max-Air Technology
September 21, 2016
Case Studies

Sanitary Grade Lock Out Kit.

Custom made lockout kits are nothing new to us here at Max-Air Technology. So when a customer requested a lockout kit to complement their sanitary butterfly valve, we didn’t hesitate to offer a solution. This kit was polished to match a valve with an external…
Max-Air Technology
May 9, 2016
Case Studies

Custom High Visibility Indicator

Max-Air has always helped customers with their valve indication needs. This latest includes a high visibility yellow extended tube with bright, reflective ends. This allows valve orientation to be checked from a great distance in low light environments.
Max-Air Technology
April 19, 2016
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Automated Assembly w/ Custom Switches & Termination

This project consisted of ball valve & butterfly valve assemblies completed with a custom switch, indicator & special multi-pin din connector.  Max-Air actuators and mounting hardware were supplied to automate the valves, and the custom electronic feedback and communication was designed to meet specific customer…
Max-Air Technology
April 19, 2016
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2” Modulating Fail-Safe Explosion Proof BFV

Max-Air Technology takes a humble 2” resilient seated butterfly valve and makes the most of it! Instead of a simple on/off shutoff device, this butterfly valve has been transformed into a fail-safe, explosion proof modulating control valve that can be controlled remotely via a 4-20mA…
Max-Air Technology
April 19, 2016
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Explosion Proof Fail-Safe Actuation Package w/ Override

Max-Air’s MT71.S6.F16.CH36 spring return actuator offers fail-safe torque in a compact package compared to similarly sized scotch-yoke actuators.  This assembly is outfitted with a PEX02 model explosion proof positioner which provides 4-20mA modulating control and two limit switches for feedback.  A heavy duty filter regulator…
Max-Air Technology
April 19, 2016
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2” Diverting On/Off Electric BFV Tee Assembly

Butterfly valve tee assemblies can be a good alternative to 3-way ball valves for diverting applications. In this case, two resilient seated butterfly valves are arranged to operate opposing each other (when one is open, the other is closed). Max-Air’s AE01-120VAC electric actuator supplies the…
Max-Air Technology
April 19, 2016
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Fail Safe Ball Valve w/ Manual Override

Carbon steel ball valve actuated with an MT16.S4 spring return fail closed actuator for fail-safe operation.  Max-Air’s PV01-GOJ26 sandwich style declutch-able gear operator sits between the actuator and valve to allow for manual override when air pressure is lost.  Max-Air also fabricated a custom mounting…
Max-Air Technology
April 15, 2016
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Automated PVDF Ball Valves

1-1/4” through 3” PVDF ball valves automated with Max-Air’s MT Series spring return actuators for fail-safe operation and Max-Air’s MS41 Series technopolymer limit switch boxes for open/close feedback.  Full stainless mounting kits were fabricated using our cast stainless MAB Series brackets and custom couplings.  All…
Max-Air Technology
April 14, 2016
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Rotary Globe Control Valve Assembly

Rotary style globe control valves w/ v-notch can provide exceptional control within a compact package.  This assembly uses Max-Air’s MT17.DA actuator to open and close the customer supplied 1-1/2” valve.  An explosion proof PEX01 positioner provides 4-20mA control and is tubed up with SS tubing…
Max-Air Technology
February 4, 2016
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10” Electric BFV Tee Assembly

A modulating electric actuator is paired with 2 x 10” 051-262 Delta T lug butterfly valves, assembled in a tee linkage configuration that forces the 2nd valve to be closed when the 1st is open.  This configuration is common for mixing applications, and for many…
Max-Air Technology
February 3, 2016
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Corrosion Resistant Automated Assemblies

This large custom project required consisted of dozens of assemblies, with all MT Series actuators epoxy coated for corrosion resistance.  Max-Air’s epoxy coating provides a cost effective way to achieve corrosion resistance and maintain a lighter assembly weight.  Solenoid valves and limit switches were prewired…
Max-Air Technology
February 3, 2016
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Scotch Yoke Actuated Trunnion Ball Valve

A trunnion ball valve is assembled w/ Max-Air’s SHD series spring return scotch yoke actuator.  SHD/CHD series scotch yoke actuators are available with symmetric or canted yoke designs to provide a better match for your valve’s torque profile, and are available up to 2,700,000 in-lbs…
Max-Air Technology
February 2, 2016
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Class 1 Div 1 Ball Valve Assembly

This assembly was assembled & tested to be compatible in Class 1 Div 1 rated hazardous environments.  A 3-way inline solenoid valve is nipple mounted to an MS48 explosion proof limit switch box and terminated, with SS tubing completing the air connection to the actuator…
Max-Air Technology
February 2, 2016