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Pneumatic cylinder targets food industry applications

The ICS is the latest round pneumatic cylinder from Bosch Rexroth and is suited to use in wash-down applications, meeting all levels of corrosion resistance in wash-down areas and with a hygienic design featuring smooth, cavity-free, easy-cleaning surfaces. It is lubricated with NSF H1 food-safe lubricant and is also claimed to be cost-effective, easy to install and simple to maintain.

In the food and packaging industry, hygiene and economy are decisive factors when it comes to choosing components. With a product range specifically geared to these requirements, Rexroth offers well co-ordinated pneumatic components that fulfil the high demands of this industry. An essential part of this programme is this ICS (ISO Clean Stainless) cylinder, which offers corrosion protection in a hygienic design.

The ICS cylinder has bores of 32–100mm and a maximum stroke length of 1500mm. Thanks to interlocking seals and cushioning screws, dirt pockets are eliminated and the cylinder is easy to clean.

For more information, visit www.boschrexroth.co.uk