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New Year’s Letter from President/CEO

For so many around the world, 2020 has been the one of the most difficult years in recent memory. It causes me to pause and think about my Grandparents and Great-Grandparents, and the challenges they had to endure facing a pandemic and two world wars.…
Max-Air Technology
January 4, 2021
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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 Technology
October 26, 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 Technology
June 29, 2020
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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Customer Partnering

Max Air partners with our customers in order to find THEIR ideal solution.  In this case, our customer specified a specific valve and actuator for the application.  We automated the assembly with custom brackets and our limit switch to provide the solution that the end…
Max-Air Technology
February 23, 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
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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
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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