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Large Diameter Delta T Butterfly Valves Automated w/ HD Series Scotch Yoke Actuators

Check out these large diameter Scotch Yoke Assemblies! 20" and 24" Resilient Delta T Valves with out HD Series Yokes automating. Everything on it is provided by Max-Air. From the Bracket and Coupler to the Limit Switch Box, we do it all!

Max-Air TechnologySeptember 14, 2022

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Max-Electric, ME Series Actuators & Delta T, High Performance Butterfly Valves Shipped for On-Site Assembly

These ME Series Max-Electric Actuators are shipping out with Stainless Lug High Performance Delta T Valves! The customer requested we ship the 12 valves and 12 actuators disassembled to be assembled on site. As always Max-Air is happy to accommodate for our partners needs!

Max-Air TechnologySeptember 14, 2022

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Namur SV61s w/ Low Power Coil for ASi Bus System, & IFM ASi Limit Switches w/ SV to LS Termination

This unique looking order has customer supplied valves, our UT19 Technopolymer Actuators, Max-Air Namur SV61s with low power coil for ASi bus system, and IFM ASi limit switches with SV to LS termination.

Max-Air TechnologySeptember 14, 2022

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Direct Mount, Electrically Automated High Performance Butterfly Valves

The newly expanded Max-Electric line is flying off the shelves! Going out today are some ME Series Electric Actuators mounted to Delta T Valves High Performance Class 150 Carbon Steel Butterfly Valves. Due to our commitment to direct mount solutions, actuator to valve mounting is…

Max-Air TechnologySeptember 14, 2022

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Stainless Steel Actuators w/ Custom Knurled SS Pinion for Oyster Shucking

This SS series actuator is outfitted with a custom, knurled & extended SS pinion, engineered to provide reliable and long-lasting performance for the marine food industry. The special knurls on the end of the pinion are used to automate the shucking process for oysters.

Max-Air TechnologySeptember 13, 2022

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Reinvesting in Automated Inventory Solutions

Reinvesting is a core principle of Max-Air Technology. We put the experience of our partners and employees first. One of the ways Max-Air is working to optimize delivery as we experience rapid growth is reinvesting in automated inventory solutions. This vertical storage device has taken…

Max-Air TechnologySeptember 13, 2022

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In-House Machining for Faster Delivery & Ensuring High Quality Standards

This week our machine shop in Wentzville, Missouri has produced Butterfly Valve Stems, 180° Extended Travel Stops, 90° Extended Travel Stops, High Capacity Speed Blocks, Hundreds of Brackets with Couplers, and all sorts of unique Valve Stem Adapters. Our local, in-house machining capabilities allow us…

Max-Air TechnologySeptember 13, 2022

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ME Series Modulating Electric Actuators Mounted to Delta T High Performance Valves

This past week has been electric! Orders are shipping out faster than we can get photos. Please enjoy these ME Series Modulating 3,540 in-lbs 120VAC Electric Actuators mounted to our Delta T Valves High Performance Class 150 Carbon Steel Butterfly Valves.

Max-Air TechnologySeptember 13, 2022

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Max-Electric MA Series Actuators Direct Mounted to Delta T Resilient Butterfly Valves

Full speed ahead! Our brand new Max-Electric MA Series is already a hit! We are so thankful for the response of our customers. Time and time again as we launch new lines to expand our offering, our partners are quick to adopt and graciously offer…

Max-Air TechnologySeptember 13, 2022

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Delta T Aluminum Bronze Class 150 High Performance Butterfly Valves for a Seawater Application

These custom Aluminum Bronze Class 150 High Performance Butterfly Valves for a Seawater Application are produced specifically by our Delta T Valves brand to meet API 609 Category A. The custom o-ring grooves on both faces of the valve allow for sealing via o-ring without the need…

Max-Air TechnologySeptember 13, 2022

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88 Actuators w/ Limit Switches, Solenoid Valves, & Termination

Pictured below are 88 assemblies in 3 different configurations. All of the components were pulled directly from stock and assembled by our in house team. Our extensive inventory allows for the quick fulfillment of larger projects, and our expert assembly crew ensures top quality automation…

Max-Air TechnologySeptember 13, 2022

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Resilient Butterfly Valve w/ Rack & Pinion Actuator & Positioner

These Resilient Butterfly Assemblies are actuated with our Patented Dual Travel Stop Design Rack & Pinion Actuators and include Positioner with our new "Max-Air Blue" Nylon Tubing! We are busier than ever but always have time for more!

Max-Air TechnologySeptember 13, 2022

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Seawater Operated Stainless Steel Actuators

One of the unique uses we have found for our SS Series Stainless Steel Actuators, is the ability to run them using seawater as the operating media. With some slight in-house modification, Stainless Tubing, and our custom machined Stainless Steel High Capacity Flow Block, these…

Max-Air TechnologySeptember 13, 2022

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Silicone-Free 8″ Class 150 Flanged Sesto Ball Valves Automated w/ Scotch Yoke Actuators

These Silicone-Free 8" Class 150 Flanged Sesto Valves Ball Valves are being automated with our smallest HD Series Scotch Yoke Actuator! All items came from stock at our North American Headquarters.

Max-Air TechnologySeptember 13, 2022

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Delta T Triple Offset Valves Automated w/ Max-Air Scotch Yoke Actuators

Our Delta T Valves 12" Triple Offset WCB Butterfly Valves are being automated with our HD Series Scotch Yoke Actuators! Max-Air was chosen based on our product offering, automation capabilities, and delivery.

Max-Air TechnologySeptember 13, 2022

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Sesto #300 Flanged Ball Valves in Stock & Ready for Assembly!

This Sesto Valves M30F Class 300 Carbon Steel Ball Valve is being automated with one of our MT Series Actuators w/ MS45 Limit Switch Boxes. All items in this photo were pulled from stock at our North American Headquarters in Wentzville, MO. Have questions about…

Max-Air TechnologySeptember 13, 2022

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Sesto #150 Flanged Ball Valves in Stock & Ready for Assembly!

These Class 150 Flanged Ball Valve Assemblies use our MT Series Actuators, Mounting, and Sesto Valves M15F Ball Valves. Packages like this are quick and easy! All products were in stock at our North American Headquarters.

Max-Air TechnologySeptember 13, 2022

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Direct Mount or Bracketed Due to Media, Air Supply, or Pressure Differential

More Max-Air and Delta T Valves packages shipping today. This is a smaller sampling of a larger order. All items pulled directly from inventory and assembled with Max-Air parts. While our actuators and valves are designed for direct mount, sometimes due to media, air supply, and/or pressure…

Max-Air TechnologySeptember 13, 2022

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Compact Resilient Butterfly Valve Assemblies

Compact packages like this are brought to you by Max-Air's complete line of Rack & Pinions, Butterfly Valves, Solenoid Valves, And Limit Switch Boxes! We are your one stop shop for valve automation!

Max-Air TechnologySeptember 13, 2022

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Modular, Well-Stocked Scotch Yoke Actuators

These Hydraulically Actuated Double Acting Scotch Yokes with Epoxy Coated Piston for Clean Water Operation are shipping today! Our inventory is flexible and can be quickly outfitted for a broad variety of applications.

Max-Air TechnologySeptember 13, 2022

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High Performance Butterfly Valve Assemblies

These High Performance Butterfly Valve Assemblies are the perfect combination of our Max-Air and Delta T Valves Products. Orders like these leave assembled, tested, and ready for installation!

Max-Air TechnologySeptember 13, 2022

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4″ Class 150 Flanged Ball Valve w/ MT Actuator & Smart Positioner

This 4" Class 150 Sesto Valves Flanged Ball Valve has been automated with our MT Series Rack and Pinion Actuator. On top of that is a Smart Positioner that has been tubed with stainless steel tubing, and there is a Air Filter Regulator to insure…

Max-Air TechnologySeptember 13, 2022

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24″ High Performance Valve w/ Scotch Yoke Pneumatic Actuator

These 24" High Performance Butterfly Valves are being actuated via our HD Series Scotch Yokes! Our yokes are modular, heavy duty, and perfect for demanding environments.

Max-Air TechnologySeptember 13, 2022

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Tee Assembly w/ High Performance Butterfly Valves

Sometimes a stem extension is needed when manually operating the valve is too difficult to reach or dangerous. This 5ft Stem Extension was exactly what the customer needed. Next time you have a difficult to reach manual butterfly valve application, give us a call!

Max-Air TechnologyJanuary 14, 2022

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Multiport Class 150 Flanged Ball Valve Assembly

Check out our ME Series Electric Actuator on this Sesto Valves 3" MM1F Multiport Class 150 Flanged Ball Valve. These two are quite the direct mount match!

Max-Air TechnologyJanuary 14, 2022

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Automation Made Simple for Installed Valves Pt. 2

Even more manual override automation packages are going out today! Assemblies like these make automation with manual override a breeze. All our customer needs to do is mount their valve to this package, and they are ready to go!

Max-Air TechnologyJanuary 14, 2022

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Automation Made Simple for Installed Valves Pt. 1

Assemblies like these make automation with manual override a breeze. All our customer needs to do is mount their valve to this package, and they are ready to go!

Max-Air TechnologyJanuary 14, 2022

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Lock Mesh® Coated Actuators Built in the USA

Our proprietary, corrosion resistant Lock Mesh® coating is truly a game changing product! The cost difference between a standard aluminum actuator and stainless steel actuator can be significant. Our Lock Mesh® coating provides a similar resistance level to stainless but with a notable cost savings.…

Max-Air TechnologyJanuary 14, 2022

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Electrically Actuated Tee Assembly w/ 2″ Delta T Butterfly Valves

These 2" Tee Assemblies include an Iron Tee, Linkage, 2 Delta T Valves Resilient Butterflies, and our ME Series Electric Actuators! We can provide assemblies like these in a wide variety of sizes, materials, and configurations.

Max-Air TechnologyJanuary 14, 2022

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Heavy Duty Termination w/ Extended Travel Stops

These MT Series Actuators with extended travel stops and some heavy duty termination are going to be used in air quality service!

Max-Air TechnologyJanuary 14, 2022

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MT Actuators w/ MAB Cast Bracket & Plastic Butterfly Valve

These customer supplied plastic butterfly valves were easily mounted to our MT Series Rack & Pinion Actuators with our MAB Cast Brackets and some custom machined couplers! Making automation simple and easy with solutions like this is our mission.

Max-Air TechnologyJanuary 14, 2022

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LockMesh® in Every Sizes

Our LockMesh® Coating can be applied to any of our MT Series Aluminum Rack & Pinion Actuators! Similar corrosion resistance to stainless steel but the weight and cost are significantly lower.

Max-Air TechnologyJanuary 14, 2022

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Automated Butterfly Valve w/ 6ft Stem Extension

This Delta T Valves Class 150 Stainless Resilient Butterfly Valve is mounted to one of our MT Series Rack & Pinion Actuators with a 6ft stem extension. The whole assembly measures in right at 9ft!

Max-Air TechnologyJanuary 14, 2022

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Gear Operated Butterfly Valves w/ Chainwheel

Today we have more Gear Operated Butterfly Valves with Chainwheel shipping! Solutions like this are useful in a variety of circumstances. Most of these uses are when the valve is mounted high and out of safe reach.

Max-Air TechnologyJanuary 14, 2022

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Manual Resilient Butterfly Valve w/ 5ft Stem Extension

Sometimes a stem extension is needed when manually operating the valve is too difficult to reach or dangerous. This 5ft Stem Extension was exactly what the customer needed. Next time you have a difficult to reach manual butterfly valve application, give us a call!

Max-Air TechnologyOctober 1, 2021

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ENP (Electroless Nickel Infused) Actuators w/ Resilient Butterfly Valves

Our ENP (Electroless Nickel Infused) Actuators provide a uniformly thick coating with essentially no porosity and a reasonably high hardness. The coating is pure, tough, hard, and resistant to many types of corrosion media. The coating will provide enhanced corrosion protection in very acidic environments…

Max-Air TechnologyOctober 1, 2021

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Dry Media Resilient Butterfly Valve Assemblies

Our Delta T Valves and Max-Air Actuators are setup up perfectly for direct mounting, but sometimes, when installed into applications with dry media, the actuator will need to be upsized. When this happens, we use our cast MAB Stainless Steel Brackets and custom machined couplers to mount.

Max-Air TechnologyOctober 1, 2021

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One Stop Shop for Stainless Automation Packages

Our stainless automation offering is second to none! All of the items above the valves in the photos below are Max-Air core product and stocked. Not pictured are our stainless positioners and tubing. Next time you have a need for stainless, send us an inquiry!

Max-Air TechnologyOctober 1, 2021

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Quality Assurance

Quality Assurance is being done on this assembly before shipping! Each order is tested at multiple phases during the fulfillment process.

Max-Air TechnologyOctober 1, 2021

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Rack & Pinion Actuators Built in the USA

Our North American Team is hard at work building these MT16 Rack & Pinion Actuators for stock. The will be assembled, tested, and shelved awaiting your orders!

Max-Air TechnologyOctober 1, 2021

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Class #150 High Performance Butterfly Valve w/ Direct Mount ME Series Electric Actuator

Check out our Delta T Direct Mount Class 150 High Performance Butterfly Valve with ME Series Electric Actuator! This is one of 5 shipping today on the same pallet. Turn around is quick on stock products like these. Send us your urgent inquiries! We appreciate…

Max-Air TechnologyAugust 23, 2021

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Manual (Handle Operated) Butterfly Valve w/ Limit Switch

When providing our  Delta T Manual Butterflies Valves, we often hear of customers wanting Open/Closed feedback. When this happens we provide the following solution. Our custom bracket and coupler ensure a sturdy fit for our Limit Switches.

Max-Air TechnologyAugust 23, 2021

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Automated Resilient Butterfly Valve w/ Positioner

We have everything needed to automate your valves! Our complete offering of valve automation products like brackets, couplers, actuators, positioners, tubing options, and air filter regulators ensures you have a clean, tested, and reliable assembly for installation.

Max-Air TechnologyAugust 23, 2021

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LockMesh® Coated Actuator After 2 Years of Service

Recently, we had the opportunity to photograph one of our LockMesh® Coated Actuators after 2 years of service. This unit comes from a prominent salt mining and processing company. They have had great success using our LockMesh® Coated Actuators. With several hundred units installed, they…

Max-Air TechnologyAugust 23, 2021

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Handle Operated Ball Valve w/ Limit Switch

This manually operated Sesto 2-Pc Flanged Ball Valve has a custom bracket and our 45 Series Limit Switch on top. This feedback makes position indication for manual valves possible, simple, and reliable!

Max-Air TechnologyAugust 23, 2021

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Pump Flow Reversal w/ Unique Assembly of Valves & Fittings

This assembly of valves and fittings is being utilized by a barge cleaning company on the Mississippi river to reverse flow directions on a pump system so they can switch from ballasting to ballast discharging with the push of a button rather than the old…

Max-Air TechnologyAugust 23, 2021

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Fast Acting Butterfly Valve Repeat Order

More Fast Acting Delta T Butterfly Valve Assemblies shipping out today! This is a repeat order for us. The customer is very happy with the final product and reorders whenever they set up a new system. The hole on top allows for faster close and…

Max-Air TechnologyAugust 23, 2021

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Compact 3-Position Control Box

Max-Air introduces our compact control box for use with 3P Series 180° 3-position pneumatic actuators. This device simplifies air connections and field wiring into a single air supply port and 3 signal wires (+ 1 neutral/ negative). All electrical connections and operating logic are handled…

Max-Air TechnologyAugust 23, 2021

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Triple Offset Butterfly Valves

Our Triple Offset 6" & 12" Class 150 Delta T Valves are automated via two MT Series Rack & Pinion Actuators with a positioner and air filter regulator. The stem extensions help when a pipeline needs insulation. Complete assemblies like these are available for any…

Max-Air TechnologyAugust 23, 2021

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Large Scotch Yoke Actuators

These large scotch yokes measured over 10ft long, 3ft tall, and 3,300lbs. The shipping on larger items like these always bring about logistical hurdles, but our talented team is ready and able to handle them all!

Max-Air TechnologyAugust 23, 2021

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Tee Assemblies as a Substitute for 3-Way Ball Valves

Pictured below are two Tee Assemblies. One of our MT Rack & Pinion Actuators is used to turn two valves on opposite sides of the Iron Tee, via Linkage, directing flow. With a setup like this, one can achieve the benefits of a 3-way valve…

Max-Air TechnologyJune 14, 2021

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Stainless Steel Bottom Entry L-Port Ball Valve Assembly

This Stainless Steel Bottom Entry L-Port Ball Valve is being automated with our UT 180° Center Return Rack & Pinion Actuator. We have a robust offering of 180° actuation options. Next time you have an application like this, give us a call!

Max-Air TechnologyJune 14, 2021

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480V 3 Phase Electric Actuator w/ Local On/Off Control

These Delta T Resilient Butterfly Valves are automated by our ME Series Electric Actuator. The 480V 3 phase with local on/off control actuator is mounted directly to our valve, which eliminates the need for a bracket and coupler.

Max-Air TechnologyJune 14, 2021

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Demanding Situations, Heavy Duty Scotch Yokes

Our Heavy Duty Scotch Yokes are ready for the most demanding of situations! There are two different configurations of Scotch Yokes below. One is setup with a positioner and Stainless Tubing. The other has a limit switch and solenoid with termination.

Max-Air TechnologyJune 14, 2021

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Rack & Pinion Actuator w/ Custom Painted End Caps

These MT Series Rack & Pinion Actuators with yellow end caps were produced per a customer's request. We provide epoxy painting services in any color! Is color a factor for you or your client? Just give us an RAL #, and we can make it…

Max-Air TechnologyJune 7, 2021

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Large Diameter Resilient Butterfly Valve Assemblies

With our Delta T Valves, Resilient Seated Butterfly Valves, you can get the complete valve automation package. These assemblies were picked, assembled, tested, and shipped ahead of their due date on an expedite for a customer in need! Our shop has been working non-stop around…

Max-Air TechnologyJune 7, 2021

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Fast Acting 180° Rack & Pinion Actuator

Fast Acting 180° Rack & Pinion Actuator shipping! This is going into a larger setup to be installed at a NASA facility. The additional holes allow for air to escape the actuator quicker than usual. The customer will be finishing the automation on their end.

Max-Air TechnologyJune 4, 2021

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ENP Spring Return Actuators w/ 3-PC Class 800 Ball Valves

Even more Electroless Nickel Plated Rack & Pinion Actuators going out! This is only a small sampling of a large order of Spring Return 3-PC Class 800 assemblies. These are ready for some pretty demanding conditions. If you need corrosion resistance, give us a call!…

Max-Air TechnologyJune 4, 2021

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ENP Actuator for Corrosion Protection

There are a lot of ENP Coated Rack & Pinion Actuators going out this week! The coating will provide enhanced corrosion protection in very acidic environments but will not withstand attack from strong alkaline media. Also suitable for low to medium concentrations of caustic washdown…

Max-Air TechnologyJune 4, 2021

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Oxygen Cleaning & Butterfly Valves

Theses manual and gear operated Delta T Valves have been oxygen cleaned and bagged per a customer request. The valves are treated with care throughout the entire order fulfillment process. Please do not hesitate to ask us about oxygen cleaning should you have an application that needs…

Max-Air TechnologyMay 28, 2021

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Stainless Steel Actuators That Operate on Seawater

One of the unique uses we have found for our SS Series Stainless Steel Actuators, is the ability to run them using seawater as the operating media. With some slight in-house modification, Stainless Tubing, and our custom machined Stainless Steel High Capacity Flow Block, these…

Max-Air TechnologyMay 25, 2021

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Compact Rack & Pinion Actuators for 3/4″ 3-Way Ball Valves

Our small but mighty MT12 DA Rack & Pinions on some 3/4" 3-way ball valves. This is a release of a large repeat order. The automation is simple and quick thanks to our MT Series being ISO direct mount!

Max-Air TechnologyMay 19, 2021

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Epoxy Coating in Any Color

The standard for our MT Series Rack and Pinion Actuators is anodized aluminum and epoxy coated end caps. That said, we have a lot of customers that request epoxy coating for an extra layer of protection. We can provide the coating in any color requested.

Max-Air TechnologyMay 19, 2021

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Gear Operated Resilient Seated Butterfly Valves w/ 50ft of Chainwheel

These 8" Delta T Valves Resilient Butterflies are mounted to our GO Series Gear Operator with a chainwheel and 50ft of chain. Max-Air offers Manual Operators as well as Manual Override options.

Max-Air TechnologyMay 19, 2021

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Teflon Lined Ball Valve Assemblies w/ Low Temp Epoxy Coated Rack & Pinion Actuators

These teflon lined ball valve assemblies are headed up north. With our Epoxy Coated, Low Temp, MT Series Rack & Pinion Actuators, they are ready for the cold weather conditions! Max-Air is willing and able to work with your supplied parts. We can even provide…

Max-Air TechnologyMay 19, 2021

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12″ High Performance Butterfly Valve with 3ft Stem Extension

This 3ft stem extension on this Delta T Valves 12" Class 150 Double Offset ends up being 40 inches off the mounting pad of the valve when including the bracket! The assembly also uses one of our largest rack and pinion sizes.

Max-Air TechnologyMay 19, 2021

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Powder Coated Couplers & Innovation

Our investments into machining and powder coating have gotten more and more efficient this past year. Each one of these bars holds 20 couplers. This allows us to powder coat large quantities with exceptional speed. Innovation is in our veins!

Max-Air TechnologyMay 19, 2021

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100 Automated 3-PC 2000 WOG (Class 800) Ball Valves

This is just a sample of an order that included 100 Automated 3-PC 2000 WOG (Class 800) Sesto Valves. Our actuator and this valve are a perfect direct mount combo. Assemblies like this reduce overall, size, weight, and cost by not requiring a bracket. Give…

Max-Air TechnologyMay 19, 2021

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Stainless 4″ 3-Way Sanitary Assembly

This all stainless 4" 3-way sanitary assembly is quite a sight to behold! Our SS Series Rack & Pinion Actuators works perfect for applications in the sanitary market.

Max-Air TechnologyMay 19, 2021

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Large Diameter 3-Way Tee Assembly

This 8" Delta T Valves BFV Iron Tee Assembly shipped yesterday! Assemblies like this are an excellent, cost-effective solution for larger diameter 3-Way applications.

Max-Air TechnologyMay 19, 2021

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The New AG Series! A High Performance, Italian Scotch Yoke

Something we've been working on for a while is now coming to fruition... These scotch yoke actuators where designed and manufactured in our Italian factory! There has been a need in the market for a scotch yoke actuator that provides the highest and most critical…

Max-Air TechnologyMay 18, 2021

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Explosion Proof Termination & Declutchable Gear Override

This large rack and pinion actuator is shipping today with a limit switch, solenoid, explosion proof termination, and a declutchable gear operator for manual override. We provide assemblies like this all the time for customers that supply their own valves or are replacing existing automation.

Max-Air TechnologyMay 18, 2021

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180° Actuator Modified to be 120° w/ Extended Travel Stops

These UT 180° Rack & Pinion Actuators are being modified with extended travel stops to turn 120°. Actuators setup up like this are often used in 3-Way Wye Style Valves. These types of valves can help prevent pressure loss due to their 120° angles between…

Max-Air TechnologyMay 18, 2021

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Automated Class 150 Flanged Ball Valves

These Class 150 Flanged Ball Valve Assemblies shipped the other day. The largest diameter shown is a 4". Max-Air provided the complete package for this order. Let Max-Air quote your next project!

Max-Air TechnologyFebruary 15, 2021

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Tandem Delta T Butterfly Valve Assemblies

More Tandem Assemblies going out today using our Delta T Butterfly Valves! The valves on bottom direct mount and the valves on top use our MAB Cast Brackets. The butterfly valves with the grey discs are BUNA Seats and Undercut Nylon 11 Coated Ductile Iron…

Max-Air TechnologyFebruary 15, 2021

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3-Way Floating Ball Valve w/ Explosion Proof Termination

This entire assembly was provided by brands and members of the Max-Air Group of Companies. Sesto Valves provided the Metal Seated, Stainless Steel, Class 300, L-Port, 3-Way Floating Ball Valve, and Max-Air Technology provided everything from the top of the valves up. Including the explosion proof termination.

Max-Air TechnologyFebruary 15, 2021

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15 Year Old Actuators Being Rebuilt For Another Round of Service

These actuators have come back to us after just over 15 years of service! They are covered in concrete due to their installation environment. Our customer sent them in for some new grease, o-rings, and skates. Once refreshed, they will be going right back into…

Max-Air TechnologyFebruary 15, 2021

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Epoxy Coated Rack & Pinion Actuators w/ Positioner and Tubing

Our shop is going full speed ahead on shipping today! These Epoxy Coated MT Series Rack & Pinions w/ Positioners are being tested now. Many of our customers have us handle the automation and position indication, while they provide the valve.

Max-Air TechnologyFebruary 15, 2021

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4-Way Bottom Entry Diverter Valve w/ 180° Actuator & Positioner

The assembly below is an automated 4-way bottom entry diverter valve w/ 180° actuator and positioner. It is being calibrated to achieve 3 positions. Our extensive range of special rotation rack & pinion actuators provides flexible solutions for our customers.

Max-Air TechnologyFebruary 15, 2021

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Corrosion Resistant LockMesh® Coated Actuators

Take a look at these salt covered, LockMesh® Coated Rack & Pinion Actuators! Our proprietary LockMesh® coating is perfect for extremely corrosive environments, such as salt air, caustic wash down, and acid production/handling. It is also a fraction of the expense of similar stainless steel…

Max-Air TechnologyFebruary 15, 2021

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Instrumentation Assembly w/ Custom Panel Mount Bracket

Max-Air is proud to support our partners in the instrumentation industry with these compact automated solutions. The assemblies below sport our MT Series Rack & Pinion, Custom Machined Bracket/Coupler, and Custom Panel Mount Bracket.

Max-Air TechnologyJanuary 7, 2021

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Engineered Polymer Actuators & Instrumentation Valves

This option we have for instrumentation valves is our lightweight Engineered Polymer Actuators! These come in Technopolymer and Glass-Reinforced Polypropylene (UT Tech Series and GP Series). Another benefit is that these actuators can handle some extreme environments. The UT Tech (pictured below) is rated for…

Max-Air TechnologyJanuary 7, 2021

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Stainless Steel Rack & Pinion Actuators in All Sizes!

Need Stainless Steel (AISI 316) Rack & Pinion Actuators? We've got you covered! Our SS Series Actuators come in a variety of sizes and configurations. We also offer a mirror polish finish as an option for sanitary applications.

Max-Air TechnologyJanuary 7, 2021

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Control Valve Assembly w/ Customer Supplied Material

We've got a ton of assemblies going out today. Check out this assembly we did with customer supplied material! This control valve package is being tested now and will ship before the New Year.

Max-Air TechnologyDecember 30, 2020

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Tandem 1/2″ 2000 WOG (Class 800) Fire-Safe 3-PC Ball Valve Assembly

Another Tandem Assembly is shipping today! Assemblies like this are always exciting for our team. These two 1/2" 3-PC 2000 WOG (Class 800) Fire-Safe Ball Valves are automated by a single MT16 Double Acting Rack and Pinion Actuator. They are mounted with our MAB Brackets and…

Max-Air TechnologyOctober 26, 2020

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14” Class 150, Nickel Aluminum Bronze, Double Offset Butterfly Valves w/ Gear Operator

Repeat order of some Delta T Valves 14” Class 150, Double Offset Butterfly Valves with Nickel Aluminum Bronze (C95800) body/disc, RTFE seats, & Monel® K-500 stem. Both are manually operated with a gear operator for a seawater application.

Max-Air TechnologyOctober 26, 2020

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Double Offset Butterfly Valve w/ HD Series Scotch Yoke, Quick Exhaust for Fast Close, & Pressure Relief Valve (PRV)

This high performance bfv assembly automated with our HD Series actuator includes a quick exhaust (for fast close) and a pressure relief valve (PRV) to protect the actuator & solenoid in case of a pressure spike.

Max-Air TechnologyOctober 26, 2020

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AE Series Actuator w/ optional Aluminum Lid & High Visibility Beacon

These assemblies for our Delta T Butterfly Valves showcase our AE Series Actuator with optional Aluminum Lid* & High Visibility Beacon! An Aluminum Lid* is ideal for outdoor use and provides increased impact resistance when compared to the standard polycarbonate lid. (*Note: Available in select…

Max-Air TechnologyOctober 26, 2020

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Complete Stainless Assemblies

Check out these all stainless assemblies! We provided the SS Series Actuators that fit perfectly with these direct mount 1" & 6" Class 150 Flanged Ball Valves. Whatever the size or application, Max-Air can provide a solution.

Max-Air TechnologyOctober 26, 2020

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Epoxy Coated MT Actuator w/ MS41 Technopolymer Limit Switch Box & T4X Termination

These corrosion resistant actuator packages really stand out! From the epoxy coated MT Actuator, to the MS41 Technopolymer Limit Switch Box with T4X Termination, Max-Air is ready to fulfill all of your actuation needs!

Max-Air TechnologyOctober 26, 2020

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The Same 3″ Flanged Class 150 Carbon Steel Ball Valve, Configured 3 Different Ways

The same 3" Flanged Class 150 Carbon Steel Ball Valve configured 3 different ways! This order required two actuated packages, one on/off and one modulating. We also shipped a gear operated version. Max-Air provided everything needed for these assemblies in addition to the assembly.

Max-Air TechnologyOctober 26, 2020

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Modulating Delta T Diffuser-Plate Control Butterfly Valve Assembly

Assemblies going out today with our new Delta T Diffuser-Plate C Series Butterfly Valve! Compared to the industry standard Globe Valve, this design has improved control at lower flow rates, better range-ability, higher flow capacity, reduced noise and vibration, and all at a lower cost.…

Max-Air TechnologyJuly 15, 2020

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Custom Machined Couplers for Valve & Actuator

Our newest Milling Machine and software has exponentially increased our custom mounting capabilities and greatly decreased our lead times. This project required over 60 couplers which were completed in record time. Max-Air Technology is your one stop shop for automated packages!

Max-Air TechnologyJuly 15, 2020

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HAZLOC Valve Assemblies Using Only Max-Air Manufactured Products

Max-Air manufactures everything that was needed to assemble these 4 HAZLOC valve assemblies including our Direct Mount 2" Delta T High Performance Butterfly Valves, MS48 Limit Switches, SV91 Solenoid Valves, and Explosion Proof Termination. We are thankful to our wonderful network of distribution partners who…

Max-Air TechnologyJuly 6, 2020

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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 TechnologyJune 29, 2020

Case Studies

Scotch Yoke w/ Hydraulic Manual Override System

In real life scenarios with critical service valves, there are situations such as the loss of air or loss of power where a valve must be forced into a position other than its current position. In those critical times, the right accessories on an actuator…

Max-Air TechnologyJune 18, 2020

Case Studies

1/2″ Modulating Flanged Ball Valve Assembly w/ Air Filter Regulator & Brass Muffler

This 1/2" Modulating Flanged Ball Valve Assembly is shipping out today! Notice the Air Filter Regulator and Brass Muffler. The regulator ensures clean consistent air is supplied to the actuator, and the muffler reduces operation noise from exhausting air. As an added bonus, the brass…

Max-Air TechnologyMay 26, 2020

Case Studies

Complex Electrical Termination w/ Customized Junction Box

This customer requirement for an actuator package operated by a dual coil solenoid valve and with hermetically sealed switches for position indication led to a complex electrical termination. It could only be accomplished at the actuator through the use of a customized junction box. Max…

Max-Air TechnologyMarch 27, 2020

Case Studies

Fire Safe Assembly w/ Explosion Proof Termination

Pictured here is our Delta T Brand 10" Fire Safe Class 150 Double Offset BFV mounted to a MT71 Rack and Pinion with Explosion Proof Termination. Contact us with your next Fire Safe Application!

Max-Air TechnologyMarch 6, 2020

Case Studies

3/4″ Modulating 30° V-Ball Assemblies

These 3/4" Modulating V-Ball Assemblies are going out today! They include our ME Series Actuator and a (2000 WOG) 3-PC Ball Valve w/ a 30° V-Ball.

Max-Air TechnologyFebruary 28, 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 TechnologyFebruary 6, 2020

Case Studies

DeltaT Double Offset Valves, Direct Mounted to Low Temp Rack & Pinion Actuators

Today, we have some of our DeltaT Double Offset Valves going out direct mounted to our MT46 Low Temp Actuators. These assemblies were put together and tested in almost no time at all. Send us your inquiries today!

Max-Air TechnologyFebruary 5, 2020

Case Studies

MT04 Assembly vs MT66 Size Comparison

Take a look at this size comparison! The actuator at the center of this all is our MT66 DA surrounded by a sea of MT04 DAs. The double acting torques at 80 psi are 12,000 in-lbs and 80 in-lbs respectively. We offer DA rack and…

Max-Air TechnologyJanuary 30, 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 TechnologyJanuary 14, 2020

Case Studies

Panel Mount Bracket Instrumentation Assemblies

Check out these assemblies complete with panel mount brackets! This is a simple solution for any of your instrumentation automation needs. Contact us today with your toughest application, because at Max-Air Technology, we love solving problems with uniquely engineered solutions.

Max-Air TechnologyJanuary 3, 2020

Case Studies

Corrosion Resistance at Its Finest, Complete w/ Stainless Positioner

We have had a lot of stainless assemblies go out in the last month. Here is another assembly shipping complete with stainless positioner. This is corrosion resistance at its finest. Call us for help with your application today!

Max-Air TechnologyDecember 26, 2019

Case Studies

Modular Scotch Yoke Design & Hydraulic Hand-Pump Overrides

These freshly painted Scotch Yoke Actuator Components are a sight to behold. Our modular design allows us to keep a healthy stock of components and then assemble them to fit your exact application. Pictured here, we even offer hydraulic hand-pump override options.

Max-Air TechnologyDecember 26, 2019

Case Studies

Fast Acting, Electroless Nickel Plated Actuator

Pictured here is our MT Series actuator with Electroless Nickel Plating. The ENP finish is perfect for acidic environments. The actuator was drilled, tapped, and tubed with corrosion resistant stainless steel tubing for fast acting service.

Max-Air TechnologyNovember 22, 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 TechnologyNovember 5, 2019

Case Studies

Professional, In-House Powder Coating Services

Max-Air Technology provides a plethora of options when it comes to special coatings and finishes. The newest addition to our offering is our in-house powder coating service. Pictured here is a custom machined coupler that was powder coated upon completion. The powder is applied in…

Max-Air TechnologyOctober 22, 2019

Case Studies

Intrinsically Safe, 3-Position, T-Port Ball Valve Assembly

Our customer required a valve assembly utilizing T-port ball valve needing 3-position control, all within an intrinsically safe operating area. Max-Air selected the switch box, solenoid valve, sanitary style T-port ball valve and our own 180 degree actuator in order to satisfy this users unique…

Max-Air TechnologyOctober 22, 2019

Case Studies

Sturdy, Professional Packaging & Direct Line Shipping

Max-Air prides itself on being able to deliver working, intact products that are free of damage due to improper care while shipping. Keeping the 1/2” stainless tubing on these scotch yoke actuators free from transit abuse was critical. If the tubing was damaged during handling,…

Max-Air TechnologyOctober 8, 2019

Case Studies

DA Scotch Yoke to Fail in Place on Loss of Air or Electricity

Double acting HD Series scotch yoke actuators accessorized with dual coil solenoid valve, 1/2" stainless tubing, and mounting bracket. These will fail in place on loss of air or electricity. In the background of the photo below, we also have 28 epoxy coated MT Series…

Max-Air TechnologySeptember 27, 2019

Case Studies

Electrically Actuated, Butterfly Valve Tee Assembly w/ Chainwheel & Remote

This electrically actuated, butterfly valve tee assembly will be installed 40 ft off the ground for a ventilation application. The customer requested a remotely mounted local control station at ground level for easy operation by a plant employee. We also provided a chain wheel operator…

Max-Air TechnologySeptember 18, 2019

Case Studies

Explosion Proof Actuator Assembly & Termination.

Max-Air Technology offers a simple and convenient way to minimize installation time by using our termination and tubing services. Why terminate wiring at two locations instead of one? Max-Air can pre-wire and terminate solenoid valve coils into our limit switch boxes, providing a single access…

Max-Air TechnologySeptember 17, 2019

Case Studies

Pneumatic Actuator w/ Stainless Tubing to Positioner & Air Filter Regulator (High Speed HD)

This assembly includes pneumatic actuator, positioner, air filter regulator, tubing, and the installation of orifice plates. Adding orifice plates to the positioner reduces hunting in smaller actuators sizes. These details are important, because they make the assembly more efficient and reduce maintenance.

Max-Air TechnologySeptember 17, 2019

Case Studies

Dual Coil Solenoid w/ Junction Box for Wire Termination

Whether the reason is maintenance, safety, or aesthetics, a clean assembly is always ideal. Check out how this pneumatically automated flanged ball valve assembly incorporates a junction box for dual coil solenoid valve wire termination. Whatever the application, Max-Air is committed to providing the best…

Max-Air TechnologySeptember 10, 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 TechnologyAugust 9, 2019

Case Studies

Heat Dissipating Stem Extension Kit

High heat and electric actuators are usually not a good combination. Max-Air’s stem extension kit spaces the actuator away from the pipeline and a finned coupler provides higher surface area for increased heat dissipation.

Max-Air TechnologyJune 7, 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 TechnologyMay 24, 2019

Case Studies

Fast Acting Butterfly Valve w/ Polished Stainless Disc

This is a fast acting butterfly valve assembly complete with polished disc! The MT actuators on these assemblies were modified for fast acting service. An additional exhaust port was made on top to allow for more air to quickly escape.

Max-Air TechnologyMay 17, 2019

Case Studies

1/2″ Ball Valve w/ Compact Actuator & Solenoid

Not all valves assemblies have to be large. We had some little valves with our smallest MT04 double acting actuators roll out of the shop. Our technicians did a great job putting these together. There were 20 assemblies with Namur mount solenoid valves. This was…

Max-Air TechnologyMay 17, 2019

Case Studies

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 TechnologyMay 17, 2019

Case Studies

1.5″ Metal Seated Trunnions w/ High Temp Actuator for Power Industry

These custom & made to order 1.5" Sesto Metal Seated Trunnion Ball Valves are outfitted with our MT51 actuators. Set to fail close with high temp seals, this is a perfect compact solution for the power industry.

Max-Air TechnologyMay 17, 2019

Case Studies

Get Smaller & Simpler Solutions w/ Direct Mounting.

Not all assemblies need complex bracket and coupler solutions. When manufacturers make products to the ISO standards and ensure a direct mount pad, assembly can be quite simple! The solenoid valves have been terminated to our switches for easy field wiring.    

Max-Air TechnologyMay 17, 2019

Case Studies

1/2″ L-PORT Class 600 Sesto Ball Valves w/ Flame Proof Solenoids

Custom made Sesto Valves 1/2" L-PORT class 600 ball valves with Max-Air Actuators and Switches, accompanied by Asco valves. All are Flame Proof with Atex certification.

Max-Air TechnologyMay 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 TechnologyMay 17, 2019

Case Studies

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 TechnologyMay 16, 2019

Case Studies

Corrosion Resistant Actuation for PVC Ball Valve

Technopolymer actuation for this PVC ball valve, complete with mounting bracket and solenoid valve. Our UT Technopolymer actuator is perfect for corrosion resistance. They are available in three sizes and are covered with up to 500 in-lbs of torque (Double–Acting).

Max-Air TechnologyApril 11, 2019

Case Studies

Flameproof 1/2″ 3-Pc Ball Valve Assembly

  These are two of the assemblies that went out today. Max-Air MT rack and pinions with our BE48 Atex approved switch and Asco Atex stainless steel solenoid valves with Exd stainless flameproof enclosures.

Max-Air TechnologyMarch 28, 2019

Case Studies

MT Actuator with Low Temp Seals and Grease

  Pictured we have our MT actuators being optimized with low temp seals and grease in preparation for extreme cold service conditions. We have options for high temp to super low temp applications in stock per your request.

Max-Air TechnologyMarch 21, 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 TechnologyMarch 5, 2019

Case Studies

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 TechnologyJanuary 18, 2019

Case Studies

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 TechnologyJanuary 18, 2019

Case Studies

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 TechnologyJanuary 16, 2019

Case Studies

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 TechnologyJanuary 15, 2019

Case Studies

Custom Machined Couplers and Stainless Steel ISO 5211 Cast Brackets

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Max-Air TechnologyDecember 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 TechnologyDecember 12, 2018

Case Studies

Explosion Proof Modulating 2000 WOG V-Ball Assembly

This application may look a bit heavy for the top of a ½” 2000 WOG high pressure ball valve, but it was an extremely critical application requiring continuous modulation of a 30 degree v-ball along with position feedback by way of an explosion proof position…

Max-Air TechnologyNovember 27, 2018

Case Studies

Modulating 3-Way Ball Valve, Explosion Proof

Max-Air scotch yoke SHD series actuator mounted to an 8” 3-way T-Port ball valve, explosion proof positioner incorporated with a volume booster for increase operational speed.

Max-Air TechnologyNovember 14, 2018

Case Studies

Manual Gear Operated Ball Valve

Max-Air Gear operated manual ball valve, with Max-Air manufactured bracket and coupling, taking into account the packing configuration of the valve to allow for access for adjustments.

Max-Air TechnologyNovember 9, 2018

Case Studies

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 TechnologyMay 10, 2018

Case Studies

Actuator w/ Accessory Bracket & Custom Tubing

Max-Air accessory mounting brackets allow for compact and organized mounting and tubing of non-NAMUR pneumatic accessories. As pictured, a custom SS inline solenoid valve is assembled to order with stainless tubing & fittings plus accessory bracket.

Max-Air TechnologyJanuary 31, 2018

Case Studies

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 TechnologyNovember 10, 2017

Case Studies

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 TechnologyAugust 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 TechnologyMay 27, 2017

Case Studies

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 TechnologyJanuary 27, 2017

Case Studies

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 TechnologyJanuary 20, 2017

Case Studies

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 TechnologyJanuary 5, 2017

Case Studies

High Speed Testing

Performance Validation Montage | FPS = Frames per Second

Max-Air TechnologyDecember 21, 2016

Case Studies

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 TechnologyNovember 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 TechnologyNovember 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 TechnologyNovember 17, 2016

Case Studies

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 TechnologyNovember 16, 2016

Case Studies

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 TechnologySeptember 21, 2016

Case Studies

3-15 PSI Linear Positioner for Globe Valve [Video]

This setup uses a custom linear linkage kit with Max-Air’s PEY01 3-15 PSI pneumatic-pneumatic positioner to provide controlled linear actuation.  A linear double acting cylinder provides the power while a 3-15 PSI instrument air signal strokes the stem from 0 to 100 percent.  Max-Air assembled,…

Max-Air TechnologyMay 18, 2016

Case Studies

Damper actuator, fail in place plus manual override.

This damper mounted actuator assembly was built to specification for a power plant application where the customer needed fail “last position” operation of the damper.  Equipped with a dual coil 240 Vac solenoid valve for normal operation, this assembly also comes equipped with a full…

Max-Air TechnologyMay 9, 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 TechnologyMay 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 TechnologyApril 19, 2016

Case Studies

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 TechnologyApril 19, 2016

Case Studies

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 TechnologyApril 19, 2016

Case Studies

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 TechnologyApril 19, 2016

Case Studies

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 TechnologyApril 19, 2016

Case Studies

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 TechnologyApril 15, 2016

Case Studies

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 TechnologyApril 14, 2016

Case Studies

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 TechnologyFebruary 4, 2016

Case Studies

Electric Ball Valves w/ SS Kits

Electric actuators are mounted to custom SS ball valves w/ Max-Air machined stainless steel mounting kits.  These assemblies were tagged with customer specified tag numbers.

Max-Air TechnologyFebruary 4, 2016

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Handwheel Operated High Performance BFV

Max-Air GO Series handwheel gear operator sits atop a 3” high performance butterfly valve.  Sturdy design and low profile allow for tight installations.  Chainwheel operators are available, too!

Max-Air TechnologyFebruary 3, 2016

Case Studies

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 TechnologyFebruary 3, 2016

Case Studies

Handwheel Operated Rotary Pinch Valve

Unique customer supplied 90° rotary pinch valve, assembled with Max-Air’s GO-03-ISO manual handwheel gear operator and custom Max-Air designed and machined mounting kit.

Max-Air TechnologyFebruary 3, 2016

Case Studies

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 TechnologyFebruary 3, 2016

Case Studies

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 TechnologyFebruary 2, 2016

Case Studies

DA Scotch Yoke Actuator w/ Extended Travel Stops

This Max-Air SHD series double acting scotch yoke actuator is equipped with custom extended travel stops to allow for travel adjustment beyond the standard + or - 6° in each direction.  These extended travel stops allow for infinite adjustment between 0° and 90°.  Also, a…

Max-Air TechnologyFebruary 2, 2016

Case Studies

Integrated Limit Switch & Solenoid Valve w/ Speed Control

Max-Air’s MT41 spring return actuator is outfitted with a customer provided limit switch/solenoid valve combo, nylon tubing & brass fittings make the air connection quick & easy.  An NPT1/4 plate and CF3 speed control plate w/ brass mufflers allow for stroke speed adjustment and quiet…

Max-Air TechnologyFebruary 2, 2016

Case Studies

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 TechnologyFebruary 2, 2016

Case Studies

Modulating SS Ball Valve

Max-Air’s proven MT Series spring return actuator is mounted to a SS v-ball valve, assembled & tested w/ positioner for modulating flow control.

Max-Air TechnologyJanuary 21, 2016

Case Studies

Direct Mount Electric Ball Valve Assemblies

Max-Air’s AE Series electric actuators for on/off control easily direct mount to ISO5211 standard SS ball valves, making for quick and easy assembly and a compact package.  Max-Air offers top notch assembly & testing services.

Max-Air TechnologyJanuary 21, 2016

Case Studies

CS Ball Valve Assemblies w/ Cast SS Brackets

Max-Air’s MAB Series SS cast brackets are highlighted as part of some automated carbon steel ball valves.  The MT Series mounts to the ball valve with the ISO standard bolt circle patterns and a Max-Air machined custom coupler completes the connection.

Max-Air TechnologyJanuary 21, 2016

Case Studies

Low Profile Manual Limit Switch Kit

Max-Air’s 45 Series limit switch box is mounted to a SS handle operated ball valve w/ custom mounting kit, designed for easy installation, flexibility and a low profile.  The design allows for unhindered manual operation yet easy integration & field wiring.

Max-Air TechnologyJanuary 21, 2016

Case Studies

SS Actuator w/ Custom Knurled Pinion

This SS series actuator is outfitted with a super custom, knurled & extended SS pinion, engineered to provide reliable and long-lasting performance for the marine food industry.  The special knurls on the end of the pinion are used to automate the shucking process for oysters.

Max-Air TechnologyJanuary 21, 2016

Case Studies

Scotch Yoke Actuator w/ Rebreather

Max-Air’s HD series scotch yoke spring return actuator is outfitted with a rebreather kit that prevents outside air from entering the air chamber during the return stroke.  The actuator is epoxy coated for extra corrosion resistance and all non-coated rebreather components are stainless steel.

Max-Air TechnologyJanuary 21, 2016

Case Studies

Manual Ball Valves w/ XP Limit Switches

Limit switch on/off feedback is not limited to automated valves - even manual ball valves like these can be retrofitted w/ limit switches for normal or hazardous duty.  Max-Air’s manual limit switch kits are designed, fabricated & assembled in-house to provide flexible installation and durable…

Max-Air TechnologyOctober 30, 2015

Case Studies

Automated 20” AWWA BFVs

This project was for multiple 20” AWWA butterfly valves, automated with Max-Air’s HD series scotch yoke double-acting actuators.  Custom mounting hardware was designed and fabricated in-house, and all assemblies were built and tested at Max-Air’s facility. 

Max-Air TechnologyOctober 21, 2015

Case Studies

2-1/2” Diverting BFV Tee Assembly

A Max-Air AE Series electric on/off actuator sits perched atop a custom-fabricated diverting tee assembly.  The two Delta T lug butterfly valves are set opposed to each other so that when the primary valve is closed, the secondary valve is open and vice versa.  Unlike…

Max-Air TechnologyOctober 21, 2015

Case Studies

10” Modulating Butterfly Valve

Max-Air’s AE Series electric actuator part number AEM06HA-120VAC-BMD/SPH/LED modulates via a 4-20mA (or 0-10V) input signal and includes a space heater, LED open/close indication, and a manual hand wheel override.  The valve being controlled is a 10” Delta T 051-482 butterfly valve w/ SS disc…

Max-Air TechnologyOctober 21, 2015

Case Studies

High Temp Modulating 0-135 Ohm Actuated Ball Valve

A 1-1/2” 3-pc SS Ball Valve is outfitted with a modulating electric actuator that uses a 0-135 Ohm control signal to modulate the ball valve.  A heat dissipating coupler and extra tall bracket help minimize the heat conducted to the actuator from the process fluid.

Max-Air TechnologyOctober 21, 2015

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Modulating Fail-Freeze Ball Valve

Ball valves are not limited to on/off applications; for basic flow control a ball valve can be sufficient depending on your application.  The flanged ball valve is equipped with an explosion proof PEX01 4-20mA positioner, lock-up valve, filter regulator and SS tubing.  During normal operation,…

Max-Air TechnologySeptember 23, 2015

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Fail-Close Plastic Ball Valve w/ Speed Controls

  This plastic ball valve is equipped with an MT41.S4.F07-F10.CH22 spring-return actuator and MS41-21ST0T technopolymer limit switch.  To add some controllability to operating speed, a CF3 speed control plate w/ NPT ¼” adapter plate is mounted to the actuator’s Namur interface.  The CF3 speed control…

Max-Air TechnologySeptember 23, 2015

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Gear Operated BFV w/ 3 Foot Extension

This 12” lug body butterfly valve is manually operated with a hand wheel gearbox.  Instead of directly mounting the gear operator, a 3 foot stem extension is installed to allow access to the hand wheel when the valve is installed in a pit, near the…

Max-Air TechnologySeptember 21, 2015

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Modulating Fail-Close Assembly w/ Bypass

This custom high performance butterfly valve assembly operates normally as a modulating fail-close assembly.  As recommended, a filter regulator is used on the input air to the positioner to keep air clean and prevent pressure spikes, helping to extend the life of the positioner.  Using…

Max-Air TechnologyJuly 30, 2015

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Fast-Close Water Actuated Assembly

This custom automated assembly was designed to meet specific customer requirements, with all components carefully selected and tested to ensure the design benchmarks were met.  Instead of air or hydraulic fluid, high pressure water was used as the fluid power for this assembly.  Max-Air modified…

Max-Air TechnologyJuly 30, 2015

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Manual SS Butterfly Valves w/ Limit Switch Kits

As factories and the processes within grow more complex and dependent on real-time system feedback, many customers are increasingly requesting electrical feedback for open/close manual valves as well as automated valves. Every valve is different, so when Max-Air retrofits a handle-operated valve it is a…

Max-Air TechnologyJuly 30, 2015

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30” Double Offset High Performance

Max-Air SHD Scotch Yoke actuator fitted to a 30” double offset high performance butterfly valve. The new HD Series actuators come in a symmetric and canted torque curve configurations, and are designed with the new “Slide Block” technology for incredibly smooth, robust, and reliable performance.

Max-Air TechnologyMay 6, 2015

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LockMesh or Stainless? “That IS the question”

This assembly utilizes our proprietary LockMesh coating on an MT series actuator to provide the end user with excellent chemical resistance at an affordable price compared to complete stainless actuators. The customer supplied limit switch with integral solenoid was mounted and plumbed at Max-Air Technology…

Max-Air TechnologyApril 30, 2015

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Plastic Assemblies

Max-Air’s Technopolymer pneumatic actuator mounted to CPVC ball valves: Our Technopolymer rack and pinion actuator combined with these CPVC ball valves with FPM seals allowed the customer automated control of their high chlorine content water, without fear of corrosion.

Max-Air TechnologyApril 16, 2015

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Jogging High Performance

This assembly was designed to provide a means of “jogging” and actuator position without the use of a positioner. Both solenoids are normally closed, one controls air coming in to the spring return actuator, one controls exhaust of air in the actuator. To open the…

Max-Air TechnologyApril 14, 2015

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4-20mA Modulating Double-Acting Actuator

MT31.DA.F05-F07.CH17 double-acting actuator equipped with PEY02 positioner. The PEY02 positioner I/P converts a 4-20mA input signal to a controlled air supply output, diverting air to either the right or left ports of the actuator as needed to achieve the desired position. The PEY02 also includes…

Max-Air TechnologyApril 14, 2015

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Heavy Duty Proximity Sensor

This application required that Max Air integrate a Turck sensor/switch with an auxiliary lead for solenoid valve operation via a single cable from the control panel. Note the adjustable puck and IP67 sealed multi pin connections throughout

Max-Air TechnologyApril 14, 2015

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Highly Polished Disc 24” BFV

Application required a highly polished CF8M disc with an EPDM seat, designed for use in a vacuum freeze drying application, fitted with a Max-Air MT76 spring return pneumatic actuator. Bracket and coupling manufactured in house in O’Fallon, Missouri.

Max-Air TechnologyApril 14, 2015

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4” Butterfly Valve Tee-Assembly

An MT46.S4.F07-F10.CH22 spring-return actuator actuates two 4” butterfly valves simultaneously via a mechanical tee-linkage assembly fabricated in-house by Max-Air. Two 4” lug style butterfly valves are mounted to a standard 4” ductile iron tee. Set up for a diverting application, fluid from the inlet of…

Max-Air TechnologyApril 14, 2015