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 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.
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 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 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 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 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 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 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…
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 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 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.
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 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 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…
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,…
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…
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 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.
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 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’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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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 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!
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…
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…
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…
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’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…
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’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’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’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.
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 a special OEM application.
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.
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…
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.
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’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…
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.
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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 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.
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’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.
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…
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…
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
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.
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 custom designed solution where automation of an industrial basket strainer was required. Over time, basket strainers can be difficult to operate, and customer wanted a simplified and safe solution. Package used a Max-Air UT56 180° double acting pneumatic actuator, fitted with Max-Air speed controls…
Long ago in a land far far away, corrosion was a problem for aluminum actuators. With Max Air’s exclusive Lock Mesh coating, these same actuators can have the corrosion resistance of stainless with a fraction of the weight.
Handle-operated 4” flanged ball valve outfitted with an XAB Series limit switch box. Max-Air’s custom designed mounting kit allows for freedom to operate the handle while linking the valve stem to the limit switch box’s Namur shaft, providing open/close feedback. Manual limit switch kits are…
This 10” High Performance Double Offset Butterfly Valve is operated by Max-Air’s GO series manual gearbox. What makes this one a little different is the customer’s request for an explosion proof limit switch. To allow for this, Max-Air’s diligent engineering team designed and built these…
Handle-operated 4” flanged plastic ball valve outfitted with a CAB Series limit switch box. Max-Air’s custom designed mounting kit allows for freedom to operate the handle while linking the valve stem to the limit switch box’s Namur shaft, providing open/close feedback. Manual limit switch kits…
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…
Because of Max Air’s better than industry standard plus or minus 10 degrees of open and closed position adjustability, extended travel stops are rarely needed. When they are however, they can be provided and can be designed to stop the valve in almost any position.
This full port ½” 3pc SS valve assembly was to replace a low Cv solenoid. With our MT04 which is a mere 4 inches long and 2 inches wide, makes this assembly tiny, yet highly effective. Very few companies offer a pneumatic this small, and…
MT26.DA.F05-F07.CH17 double-acting actuator equipped with PEY02 positioner & lock-up valve. 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…
This assembly is designed for modulating control of an air damper and additionally provides a “fail freeze” capability which will lock the double acting actuator and damper in position on loss of air or signal.
That’s right! We might be famous for our rotary actuators, but we also assemble, test, and calibrate linear ones as well. This particular assembly uses a custom mounting kit with our PNY positioner for a customer supplied linear control valve.
This MT16 actuator incorporates our Smart Beacon which uses an indicator with 4 way interchangeable metal targets and a proximity switch to sense valve position. This combination is great for intrinsically safe or hazardous environments.
Specially designed and manufactured Max-Air stainless steel actuator for use in an offshore platform. Actuator has been fitted with a Max-Air designed stainless steel high capacity flow block (HCFD) and ½” stainless steel external tubing, allowing the unit to be powered by seawater.
Max Air’s line of electro-hydraulic actuators provide spring return ESD control in a variety of applications on valves with torques well beyond the limits of traditional electric spring return actuators. With accessories like modulating control, solar panels, and the like, the capabilities are dramatically extended.
Max-Air MT41 double acting pneumatic actuator retrofitted to drive two PVC butterfly valves in alternating operation with one actuator (one valve is open while the opposite valve is closed). Brackets and couplings manufactured by Max-Air; full assembly and testing completed onsite, shipped with foam-in-place packaging.
3” Plastic ball valve assembled with chain wheel gear operator and manual limit switch kit. Chain wheel allows operation from the floor level with assembly suspended above, while the limit switch box provides open/close feedback to a control room or panel.
This unique assembly is used in a boiler feed water application where line temps can easily exceed 210 degrees Fahrenheit. Our special in-house designed heat dissipating mounting kit keeps the actuator safe from the heat while maintaining a small package.
An MT41.S4.F07-F10.CH22 spring-return actuator mounted with an extra-long stem extension to a SS ball valve with special tank bottom end connection. The long stem extension provides clearance for the actuator from the bottom of the tank. The spring-return fail close actuator provides fail-safe tank shutoff…
Max-Air integrated butterfly valve assembly, direct mount configuration, fitted with an MT17 spring return actuator, an SV61-120 VAC solenoid valve, and a NEMA 4/4X MS45-120M03 limit switch. Solenoid valve is prewired and terminated inside of the limit switch; this provides for power and signal wires…
MT26.DA.F05-F07.CH17 double-acting actuator with IFM Plug-&-Play ASi proximity switch, smart beacon & pre-terminated solenoid valve. Max-Air’s customizable smart beacon provides targets to trip the IFM switch in the open and closed positions. The SV61-24VDC-ASI solenoid valve coil uses a 24VDC power signal for ASi compatibility…
This actuator system was assembled for ease of wiring in a hazardous environment. Using a solenoid valve with a roomy junction box, all of the connections for switches and the solenoid are made simple for field electricians.
Max-Air AE Series fast acting electric actuator direct mounted to a 3-piece stainless steel ball valve. This assembly replaced a low Cv solenoid valve with a full port ball valve, and provided the customer with a much better solution providing excellent flow while maintaining the…
Max-Air Technology’s pneumatic actuators are precision engineered and manufactured with design features that enhance performance and prolong product life to over 1,000,000 cycles. Proprietary machining methods and rugged rack-and-pinion design separates Max-Air from the competition. Verified by rigorous testing, the complete line of aluminum UT…
For applications where space minimization is a priority, and when the requirement for plug and play limit switches are desired, the new Max-Air SMART BEACON is the solution of choice.
Max-Air Technology, Inc. is pleased to introduce its new line of Glass Reinforced Polypropylene, or GRPP, actuators. The GP SERIES of actuators is an extension of Max-Air’s already successful Engineered Polymer line of actuators. The units are produced in a reinforced polypropylene material which extends…
Max-Air Technology is pleased to announce their new MT Series rotary pneumatic actuators. This new series maintains all of the same features and benefits of the UT Series except that the removable flange on the bottom of the UT Series has been removed. Max-Air Technology…