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Adapted Humphrey Valve Solves Truck Trailer Problem

Truck trailers have a mechanical device called a “slider,” which allows the operator to manually adjust the position of the axles and suspension to balance the trailer, or shorten its turning radius for tight maneuvering. To change the position, the driver must pull the actuation rod, which retracts the locking pins, move the truck, and Read the full article…


Humphrey Products Corporation; Maker of Humphrey Valves

It was 113 years ago when the Humphrey Products Corporation began solving commercial valve problems for American industries. Now, Humphrey is considered a world leader in producing pneumatic products. Using proven technologies to manufacture a wide variety of pneumatic valves and products, Humphrey solves problems for many unique applications. Serving the commercial and industrial markets, Read the full article…


Humphrey Valves: Pilot, Proportional, and Latching Types

What are Pilot Valves? Pilot valves are small, 3-way, subbase mount, direct-acting solenoid valves. They use low power and can thus be operated by smaller power supplies, controllers, or even batteries. They have a pressure rating and flow capacity sufficient to shift, or “pilot” larger process or work valves, such as those controlling large bore Read the full article…


New Humphrey Valve Saves Energy

Last February, Humphrey announced its new L310 Latching Valve. The L310 is based upon proven Humphrey technology of the balanced-poppet, direct-acting 310 solenoid valve design. The L310 Latching Valve saves energy, compared with traditional solenoid valves, with its low power consumption. It also offers the benefit of low heat generation, which can be important in Read the full article…


Humphrey Poppet Valves vs. Spool Valves: What you need to know

Whenever you’re choosing between 3 and 4 way valves for pneumatic circuits, you should always be sure to take the internal design of the valve into consideration. While a valve’s fundamental function may be the same – the use of a poppet or spool valve could have a significant impact on your application. Below, we Read the full article…