What Is a Solenoid Valve? A solenoid valve is an electrically controlled valve that uses a magnetic coil to open or close internal ports. The term “way” refers to the number of ports the valve has, which determines how fluid or air is routed through the system. 2‑Way Solenoid Valves: Basic Flow Control
Why Solenoids? Part 3 – Holding Just like in parts 1 and 2, we will explore the value and utility of solenoids, but in part 3, we will focus on when solenoids are used to hold things in place. Solenoids are commonly utilized in applications where a strong, controlled holding force is required.
Why Solenoids? Part 2 – Movement Just like in part 1, we will dive into the value and utility of solenoids, but in part 2, we will focus on when solenoids are used to move things. Solenoids are commonly used to move things by converting electrical energy into linear mechanical motion. The process
Why Solenoids? Part 1 – Locking In the world of modern technology, locking mechanisms play a crucial role in many aspects of our lives including security, healthcare, and transportation, just to name a few. Whether it's a smart lock on your front door or the locking system in a high-security safe, the components
The Hidden Versatility of Solenoids: Everyday Applications You Might Not Realize When we think about the technology that powers our daily lives, certain devices often come to mind: smartphones, computers, and kitchen appliances. Yet, lurking behind the scenes of many of these gadgets is a humble yet powerful component: the solenoid. These electromechanical devices
At Magnet-Schultz of America, we specialize in designing various types of electromagnetic solutions for our customers’ unique applications. One of the types of products we design and produce is what is known as a Magnetic Latching Solenoid. At Magnet-Schultz of America, however, we make a distinction between Magnetic Latching Solenoids and other Magnetic Latching
Magnet-Schultz of America is on a tireless journey to be enduringly great and thus continuing the great legacy of the Magnet-Schultz family which has been passed down to us since its inception in 1912. In the past year, we have made significant investments in new machining equipment technology to increase our capacity thereby allowing
As MSA continues experiencing growth, the availability of our manufacturing floor space has become a challenge to navigate through. Recently, MSA installed new storage technology that allows us to maximize our manufacturing floor space while simultaneously maximizing our storage capacity in a compact footprint to make better use of our stock room. This new storage
Magnet-Schultz of America (MSA) is preparing to expand its manufacturing capabilities like never before through a partnership with Winema Transfer Machines, a German-based equipment manufacturer. MSA is leading the way to bring the first machine of its kind to the United States later this summer. The machine will come directly from Grosselfingen, Germany where
Welcome back to the MSA blog! In this post, we will take a look at how side load can affect solenoids. Magnet-Schultz’s Program Management Checklist allows us to play cards up with our customers at the start of each new project so that our Program Management, Design, Manufacturing Engineering, and Operations/Production teams can fully
