IMI Bimba - product technologies

1. Actuators
An extensive range of actuators covering any linear or radial application.

2. Electric motion cylinders
Electric motion offers the perfect solution when precise control are essential

3. Vacuum
Vacuum technology for industrial processes such as handling and packaging

4. Pneumatic manifolds
A simple and effective way to split out and distribute your pneumatic air flow.

5. Sensors & switches
From simple actuator position switches to fully automated systems.

6. Valves
Valve functions offered in pilot, solenoid or manifold type configurations.

7. Fittings & tubings
Extensive range of fittings from barb type to push in type, metal or thermoplastic.

1. Pneumatic actuators (cylinders, guided actuators, sliding tables)

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1.1. Pneumatic cylinders
Leading lines of pneumatic cylinder actuators from Bimba (Original, Flat-1,...). Pneumatic cylinders convert air pressure into linear movement

1.2. Pneumatic guided thrusters and slides
Similar to pneumatic cylinders, but with added mechanical guiding rails, tracks or shafts

1.3. Pneumatic rotary actuators
Actuators that convert compressed air flow into rotary motion

1.4. Stopper cylinders
Special pneumatic cylinders designed to provide a stopping or holding function

1.1. Pneumatic cylinders

Bimba's pneumatic cylinders are designed to provide efficient linear motion, utilizing compressed air as the power source. These cylinders are employed in a wide range of applications, such as automation, manufacturing, and material handling systems. They may come in different types, including standard cylinders, compact cylinders, and guided cylinders, tailored to suit specific operational requirements.

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See all pneumatic cylinders	Standard cylinders	Non-rotating type cylinders	with adjustable cushion	Stainless steel rod	All stainless steel	Standard type cylinders	Multiple Position version	Multiple Power version	Standard type cylinders	non-rotating type cylinders	non-rotating type cylinders
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1.2. Pneumatic linear actuators

Pneumatic linear actuator features a revolutionary, compact design that uses conventional pneumatic technology but has the capacity to carry high loads and moments.

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1.2.1. Rodless actuators

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Rodless cylinders

Metric rodless slide

Slide rodless cylinders

Metric rodless cylinders

High load slide cylinders

Band cylinders

Band cylinders with side guide

Picture of a band cylinder with side guide

1.2.2. Guided thruster

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Composite Bearing Thruster series

Ball Bearing Thruster series

Extruded Linear Thruster series

Extruded thruster series

PneuMoment pneumatic actuator series

Metric PneuMoment pneumatic actuator series

Four shaft ball bearing thruster series

Multiple Position Ball Bearing Thruster series

Multiple Position Composite Bearing Thruster series

Movable housing composite bearing thruster series

Movable housing ball bearing thruster series

Movable housing thruster with position feedback series

Movable housing thruster series

1.3. Pneumatic rotary actuators

Bimba's rotary actuators are designed to accommodate a variety of rotary motion applications.These actuators are constructed with corrosion-resistant components such as a 304 stainless steel gear shaft and cylinder bodies, along with anodized aluminum housing and end caps.

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Pneu-turn® series

Metric Pneu-turn® series

Pneu-turn® 3-position series

Metric Pneu-turn® 3-position series

Pneu-turn® position feedback series

1.4. Stopper cylinders

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Stopper cylinders feature precision engineering to ensure accurate and repeatable stopping points. These cylinders are used in scenarios where precise positioning and control are essential, such as in conveyor systems, assembly lines, or other automated processes.

2. Electric motion

Bimba's electric motion range includes electric cylinders, linear axis and custom-built cartesian and gantry systems for multi axis applications. From improving the speed, productivity, and reliability of equipment, to generate significant energy and efficiency savings.

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3. Electric linear actuators
A range of high-performance linear axes with a number of drive, guide and profile options.

3. Vacuum

Vacuum is used in industrial automation applications, especially handling, packaging and manufacturing. Vacuum allows varied size and shaped objects to be picked up or held without any damage or bruising to the component. Our range includes single stage and multi stage vacuum pumps, flat and bellows cups and supporting vacuum accessories.

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3.1. Vacuum pumps
Vacuum pumps are devices designed to remove gas molecules from a sealed volume.

3.2. Vacuum cups & bellows
Vacuum cups are offered from 6mm to 150mm diameters, in both silicon or nitrile, with flat or bellow options.

3.3. Vacuum switches
Switches allow you to monitor your vacuum level helping to ensure process is efficient and optimized.

3.4. End-of-arm-tooling (EOAT)
Collaborative Robot Vacuum Tool (CRVT), an end-of-arm vacuum tool that provides simplicity without sacrificing flexibility or customization.

3.5. Other vacuum components
Range of accessories to fully support vacuum cups and bellows.

4. Pneumatic manifolds

Manifolds the perfect addition to your valving solutions. They allow you to consolidate a messy array of valves, tubing, and other accessories into a neat block, making installation and maintenance easy. Manifolds can be constructed from a variety of materials, including aluminum, brass, and nylon, to accommodate your application requirements.

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5. Manifolds
Manifolds provide a convenient junction point for the distribution of fluids or gases.

5. Sensors and switches

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DPSP series

Heavy-duty MRS band switch series

Heavy-duty MRS series

Heavy-duty MRS track switch series

Mini edge switch series

6. Valves

In line pneumatic valves are probably the most common type of valve used in industrial automation systems. In-line valves can be solenoid valves or pilot operated valves and are often referred to as directional control valves.

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Picture of a Electrically actuated valve

6.1. Electrically-actuated valves
Also called solenoid valves, their actuation is controlled by a DC or AC signal, typically coming from a control system I/O

Picture of a Pneumatically actuated valve

6.2. Pneumatically-actuated valves
Also called piloted valves, their actuation is controlled by a compressed air circuit, also called pilot circuit.

6.3. Manually-actuated valves
Exist in multiple technologies (pinch, spool, ball) and are typically actuated by an operator using the valve's lever

6.4. Mechanically-actuated valves
Are the pneumatic equivalent to electrical limit switches. They allow or stop air flow when in contact with a mechanical part

Picture of Soft-start and shut off valve

6.5. Soft-start and shut off valves
Used to smoothly pressurize or safely remove air pressure from a compressed air circuit

6.6. Flow control valves
Allow to precisely control air or fluid flow, through precise manual adjustment. The most common are needle valves

6.7. Check valves
Constrain the fluid to only one direction, completely preventing reverse flow

6.8. Quick exhaust valves
Allow fast air exhaust, e.g. for fast actuator retraction in critical processes

6.1. Electrically actuated valves

Pneumatically actuated valves utilize compressed air to control operations. The actuation mechanism involves the use of pneumatic actuators, which respond to changes in air pressure to open or close the valve. This allows for quick and precise control over the fluid flow within a system.

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20 series

10mm direct acting series

15mm direct acting series

Pilot operated cartridge series

System 6 series

System 8 series

Versagrip series

6.2. Pneumatically actuated valves

Pneumatically actuated valves utilize compressed air to control their operation. The actuation mechanism involves the use of pneumatic actuators, which respond to changes in air pressure to open or close the valve. This allows for quick and precise control over the fluid flow within a system.

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6.3. Manually actuated valves

Manually actuated valves are operated by manual force. This can involve turning a handwheel, rotating a lever, or pushing/pulling a handle to open or close the valve. The actuation mechanism is straightforward and relies on the physical effort of an operator.

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General purpose series

6.4. Mechanically actuated valves

Mechanically actuated valves are operated through mechanical means, typically involving the use of a lever, gear, or other manual mechanism.

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6.5. Soft-starting and shut-off valves

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7.5.1 Soft-starting valves
Soft-starting valves are designed to initiate the flow of fluids gradually, avoiding sudden or rapid changes in pressure, helping to reduce the stress on pipes, valves, and other components.

7.5.2 Shut-off valves
The primary function of shut-off valves is to provide a means to stop or allow the flow of fluids. Manual shut-off valves are operated by turning a handwheel, lever, or similar mechanism.

6.6. Flow control valves

Controlling the rate of fluid flow. Users can regulate the flow by adjusting the valve settings, allowing for precise control over the process.

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Quik-flo - QNV series

RAF series

RAFK series

6.7. Check valves

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Check valves
Check valves can be designed for various applications, including pneumatic systems, hydraulic systems, and fluid handling processes. Different designs accommodate different pressure and flow rate requirements.

6.8. Quick exhaust valves

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Quick-exhaust valves
Quick exhaust valves contribute to reducing cycle times in pneumatic systems by minimizing the time required for the exhaust phase. This is particularly beneficial in applications where fast actuation or response times are critical.

7. Pneumatic fittings and tubings

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8.1. Pneumatic fittings
Pneumatic fittings with various connection types to accommodate different tubing and hose configurations.

8.2. Pneumatic tubings
Available in different colors, allowing for easy identification and organization in complex pneumatic systems.

7.1. Pneumatic fittings

Bimba's pneumatic fittings are available in various configurations, including straight fittings, elbow fittings, tee fittings, and cross fittings. This allows for flexibility in designing and installing pneumatic systems.

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Straight shape fittings