Stainless pneumatic manifold reduces weight

The Impact 2000 from stainless steel valve actuation specialist Midland ACS allows all the elements of a pneumatic control circuit to be connected into one manifold unit

The Impact 2000 from stainless steel valve actuation specialist Midland ACS allows all the elements of a pneumatic control circuit to be connected into one manifold unit.

The result is an actuator control assembly with greatly improved sealing integrity, a 30% saving in cost, and a 25% reduction in weight.

The exclusive use of stainless steel and a comprehensive list of type approvals makes the Impact 2000 system ideal for use in the oil, gas, petrochemical, marine and food processing industries.

Midland ACS has developed the Impact 2000 system using its field proven range of 316L stainless steel spool valves, poppet valves and filter/regulators.

Using a universal interface block, each item can now be bolted directly to the next, completely removing the need for the majority of the panel space and pipework normally associated with a pneumatic control circuit.

The reduction in panel space and pipework required routinely amounts to an overall weight reduction of 25% and a cost saving of up to 30% when compared to traditional actuator control assemblies.

Removing the majority of the external pipework also increases the overall integrity of the circuit, a highly desirable feature in exposed and difficult to access areas on refineries and oilrigs and where vibration could increase the risk of leaks in a more traditional panel.

Mounting directly onto the valve actuator maximises the savings and often the preferred option on large process valve piloting operations, showing a significant reduction in both CAPEX and OPEX on offshore and petrochemical engineering projects.

The difference this can make becomes more apparent when Midland assemblies are actually viewed next to the panel alternative.

Modular assembly can also cut lead times, Midland ACS supplies each Impact 2000 system fully assembled and tested, ready to fit and operate.

No design work is required from the builder/contractor saving both time and expense.

All components for the system in are kept in stock at Midland ACS, also contributing to very short lead times; complete units can usually be built, tested and shipped within days rather than a matter of weeks, which is usually the case for panel mounted systems.

Impact 2000 components have ATEX, NEMA, UL and CSA approvals and so are perfectly suited for both hazardous area and industrial use.

Units are all non-lube and will interface with all global pneumatic actuators, making them universally compatible.

Sizes are available in 0.25inch (Cv 1.00), 0.5inch (Cv 3.5) and for higher flow rates 1inch (Cv 14).

As part of the IMC Group of companies Midland-ACS is able to offer genuine worldwide support for all its products both on and off shore, with local knowledge bases across the globe offering sales, engineering and design support.

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