The Flow - May 2026

Pneutech Monthly Newsletter - The Flow - May 2026
Welcome to the May 2026 edition of the Pneutech newsletter, ‘The Flow’.
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May’s nearly wrapped up, and this month’s lineup covers everything from harsh-environment reliability and actuator selection through to safety components and another great addition to the team. Plenty of practical automation thinking in this one.

Reliable Pneumatics in a Harsh, High-Throughput Environment - See how reliable pneumatic systems and responsive support are helping keep product moving at a busy fertiliser distribution hub operating in corrosive, dust-heavy conditions. 

Electric vs Pneumatic Actuators: Which Is Better for Industrial Automation? - A practical look at where each technology shines, including the pros, limitations, and key considerations when choosing the right actuator for your application. 

Master Pneutech Inline Sleeve Lockout Valve - Designed for miniature FRLs, this compact lockout valve isolates air supply, vents downstream pressure, and provides clear visual safety indication with lockable operation. 

Get to Know Jim - With years of automation, electronics, and service experience behind him, Jim brings a thoughtful, people-first approach to pneumatic problem solving and customer support. 

We’re always interested in how Pneutech solutions are being used in the field. Our marketing team regularly looks for real-world applications to feature, so if you’ve got a setup worth sharing we’d love to hear about it. If confidentiality is preferred, we can also keep details anonymous. You can also keep up with our latest videos and updates across our socials here: https://linktr.ee/pneutechaustralia


New Video:  

Reliable Pneumatics in a Harsh, High-Throughput Environment

At a busy fertiliser distribution hub, performance isn’t optional. In a corrosive, dust-heavy environment, reliable pneumatic systems and responsive support keep product moving, trucks loading, and downtime firmly under control.
From the blog:

Electric vs Pneumatic Actuators: Which Is Better for Industrial Automation?

We break down the pros, cons, and ideal applications of electric and pneumatic actuators to help businesses make smarter automation decisions.

Feature Product:

Master Pneumatic Inline Sleeve Lockout Valve

Designed for miniature FRLs, this lockout valve isolates air supply and vents downstream pressure, featuring smooth slide actuation, muffled exhaust, padlockable safety locking, and high-visibility yellow/red identification.
Get to know:

Jim

Technical Sales Manager

Jim’s still early in his time at Pneutech, but he brings years of automation experience and deep electronics and service know-how into the world of pneumatic problem solving. He’s big on working alongside customers to find the right solution, puts people first, and his ‘superpower pick’ is a humbling one…

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