Automax Valve Automation Systems

Rugged compact design provides years of dependable performance.  Materials of construction include hard anodized aluminum, epoxy filled composite and 300 series stainless steel to provide the most comprehensive range of solutions for a full range of environmental conditions.

For operation of large ball, butterfly, plug valves and dampers.  Scotch yoke design available in pneumatic and hydraulic versions.  Designed for maximum performance and cycle life.
  • Hard chrome plated cylinders
  • Extra large piston rods and bearings
  • Machined yoke slot, hardened rollers
  • Precision needle bearings a torque shaft hournals dramatically increases efficiency and cycle life
  • Double acting and spring return with wleded spring cartridge
  • Torques to 500,000 in-lbs (56,500 Nm)
  • Unique one-piece housing assures accurate alignment of torque shaft and piston rod

Ideal for on/off and precise modulating control of quarter-turn valves and dampers.  Electrostatic powder polyester coated for superior corrosion resistance, the aluminum housing features massive gear train for long reliable cycle life; quick-set cams; 3/4 in (20 mm) NPT conduit; manual override; and other advanced features.  Options include ESP3 electronic servo positioner, heater and thermostat, various switches and potentiometers, control boxes and valve mounting kits.  Torques up to 4,000 in-lbs (452 Nm).

Apex 5000™ metallic and Apex 6000™ non-metallic positioners provide accurate valve control for modulating ball, butterfly, and plug valves.  These cost-effective products feature non-interactive span adjustment and adjustable sensitivity (Apex 5000 only).  Modular construction allows easy addition of I/P and electrical position feedback options.

the XL90 analog positioner utilizes a balanced two-stage pilot relay system to provide precision, sensitivity, and speed necessary for demanding control valve and automated damper applications.  It features adjustable gain, non-interactive span and modular construction. Logix 1000 digital positioners deliver high performance.  Intelligent valve configuration routines and advanced diagnostics.  Available communication protocols include HART and FOUNDATION Fieldbus.

A compact, rugged limit switch package for rotary actuators.  metallic and non-metallic housings, weatherproof, explosion proof, approved for UL, CSA & CENELEC applications.  Quality switch options - both mechanical and proximity, internal pilot solenoid coil on Aviator.