Year: 2019

What makes magnetic reed switches the perfect cylinder accessory?

Here at API Pneumatic UK, we stock and supply a wide variety of cylinder accessories designed for a multitude of different functions. We have found that one of the most popular pneumatic cylinder accessories on the marke... Read more

Everything you need to know about Air Reservoirs

“Congratulations, you’ve just bought your first air reservoir!”. If you’re reading this article, chances are you’ll have quite recently heard these words. Buying an air reservoir is the easy part, however, main... Read more

ISO cylinder selection guide

Designed to meet industry standards set by the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO), an ISO certified cylinder is the mark of quality. As leading cylinder manufacturers and suppliers, we pride ourselves o... Read more

Avoiding mistakes in choosing pneumatic cylinders

To the uninitiated, selecting the right pneumatic cylinder for your chosen application can be quite a complex process. Pneumatic cylinders are used in a variety of applications and industries, come in thousands of variat... Read more

Single-acting cylinders vs double-acting cylinders

Here at API Pneumatic UK, we deal with a range of cylinder enquiries daily. The majority come from customers who know precisely what cylinder type they want and how it will complement their systems, while others are comp... Read more

The A-Z of API UK Stainless Steel Pneumatic Cylinders

API UK manufactures pneumatic double acting cylinders in stainless steel to supply into the most demanding industries. Produced in the highest grade AISI 316 stainless steel, these products have been developed for use in... Read more

The A-Z of API UK Stainless Steel Valves

There are few options available in the UK marketplace for stainless steel valves. API UK are dedicated to offering solutions to all marketplaces including those with demanding environments, which is why we have created a... Read more

How your company can benefit from bespoke pneumatic control panels

API UK are experts when it comes to the design and build of high-quality control panels, fit for purpose and completely cost-effective. Our bespoke control panel solutions have been the answer to the prayers of many engi... Read more

Why stainless steel rules the manufacturing world

Stainless steel equipment is always going to be an essential component for engineering companies. It is durable, hygienic and cost-effective, which is why API UK pride ourselves on creating and supplying high-quality sta... Read more

Same day pneumatic cylinder builds: Expectation v Reality

Built and dispatched within 90 minutes, our same day pneumatic cylinder builds are the real deal. If you need a quick turnaround for pneumatic cylinders, API UK offers the shortest turnaround for ISO 15552 cylinders anyw... Read more

What is the difference between single-acting and double-acting pneumatic cylinders?

Does your application require a single or double-acting pneumatic cylinder? If you are unsure, the team at API Pneumatic UK is more than happy to discuss your requirements and find a suitable solution for your system. Th... Read more

Find the best valve for your application

Manufactured from premium materials, API valves are reliable, durable and competitively priced. With API products, you can expect the best of everything, from pneumatic cylinders down to ISO control valves. With an exten... Read more