ASCO Numatics, the world leader in fluid automation solutions and controls for fuel dispensing applications, recently introduced in North America the Asco 291 Series of high-pressure solenoid valves for compressed natural gas (CNG) dispensing applications.
“As CNG becomes a popular fuel in commercial fleets and personal vehicles, the demand for fuelling stations is expected to rise dramatically,” said Robert W. Kemple, Jr, executive vice president, sales and marketing – Americas, Asco Numatics. “The Series 291 valve is specifically designed for CNG dispensing equipment in North America. Few valves on the market have the high flow and pressure ratings, plus the low power consumption, that are critical to design engineers at CNG station packagers and dispensing manufacturers.“
Solenoid valves play a key role controlling CNG flow in dispensing equipment. The 291 Series’ rugged construction and unique internal design are tailored to meet the industry’s unique requirements for solenoid valves. It safely withstands pressures of over 5,000 psi, provides superior flow rates, and consumes only 12 watts of power.
“Dispensing equipment manufacturers will benefit from our CNG valve line’s small size, great fit, and low power consumption, plus the high quality that only Asco can provide,” said Kemple. “Station packagers will value our high flow rate that permits faster vehicle fueling and exceptional reliability that reduces maintenance and down time.”
The 291 Series valves are offered in three pipe sizes – 3/8 inch, half inch, and one inch – plus three-station and six-station manifold versions.
Asco Numatics, an Emerson company, offers comprehensive fluid automation solutions, including fluid control and fluid power products, for a wide range of industry-focused applications. The Asco Numatics product line in North America consists of more than 50,000 valves, an extensive selection of air preparation equipment, and a full line of actuation products. Asco products include solenoid pilot valves, angle body piston valves, linear indicators, redundant control systems, and pressure sensors. The Numatics line covers valve manifolds, cylinders, grippers, filters, regulators, and lubricators.
