Amid the wave of industrial automation, pneumatic rack and pinion actuators, as critical equipment for valve control, are witnessing the rapid rise of Chinese technology.
Recently, several Chinese companies have made significant technological breakthroughs in the field of pneumatic rack and pinion actuators. Zhejiang Aomake Intelligent Equipment Co., Ltd. obtained a patent for "a dual-acting pneumatic rack and pinion actuator." This design optimizes the pneumatic mechanism and quick-connection mechanism, achieving more stable dynamic opening and closing of valves and preventing damage caused by excessive force.
01 Technological Breakthrough
The dual-acting pneumatic rack and pinion actuator is a core component of industrial automation systems, primarily used to control the opening and closing of valves. Aomake's innovation lies in its dual-acting mechanism installed inside and outside the housing, as well as a quick-connection mechanism that enables rapid coupling with cylinders of different models and specifications.
This design significantly enhances the equipment's adaptability and maintenance efficiency, allowing it to operate stably in various industrial environments.
02 Online Maintenance Innovation
Zhejiang Boke Valve Technology Co., Ltd. has focused on improving the maintainability of actuator mechanisms. They applied for a patent for "a regularly maintainable rack and pinion actuator mechanism."
This technology triggers the limit valve to open through the collision between the cam and the induction block, utilizing gas impact to automatically reopen the mechanical valve, thereby achieving precise control over the rotation angle of the drive rod.
This innovation reduces the risk of complete valve closure during online maintenance, enhancing system safety and reliability.
03 Modular Design
Zhejiang Mohu Industrial Automation Co., Ltd. introduced a new pneumatic rack and pinion actuator from a modular design perspective. Their patented technology allows users to easily adjust the normally open or closed state of the two switch valves without altering the position or mechanism of the actuator itself.
This modular design solution greatly improves operational flexibility and work efficiency, meeting the needs of diverse industrial scenarios.
04 Market Prospects
According to QYResearch data, the global market size for pneumatic rack and pinion actuators in 2024 is approximately $313 million, and it is expected to reach $432 million by 2031, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.8% during this period.
The Chinese market is playing an increasingly important role in this global landscape. With the rapid development of China's manufacturing sector, demand in the automation industry is growing, driving continuous increases in the need for pneumatic actuators.
As Chinese companies continue to innovate and achieve breakthroughs in pneumatic rack and pinion actuator technology, the domestic market is gradually reducing its reliance on imported products.
Over the next five years, the global pneumatic rack and pinion actuator market is expected to maintain a compound annual growth rate of 4.8%. Domestic pneumatic actuators are gaining increasing international recognition thanks to their cost-effectiveness and localized service advantages.
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