Parts & components for modern machinery

by Carlo Padilla (Content Writer)

Global Sources is trusted by thousands of manufacturers including those specializing in the production of components and parts needed in the machinery in today’s fast-moving industries. Many of these companies have decades of experience and state-of-the-art equipment for producing solutions for businesses with specific requirements in terms of form, design and function. If you are a sourcing professional keen to know which parts and components are in promising demand, we’ve lined up our picks for you.

Linear actuators

Often found in automotive parts and industrial equipment, linear actuators are also used in computer peripherals, such as disk drives and printers, and residential automation. Several types are available, including hydraulic, pneumatic and electric actuators.

Molded rubber parts

Molded rubber parts, manufactured using a heated metal mold to create specific shapes for different applications, are made of natural or synthetic materials, each with their respective pros and cons. For instance, natural rubber offers high resiliency, tensile strength and adhesiveness while synthetic rubber is more economical to produce.

Check valves

Check valves are commonly installed in pipeline systems to prevent backflow. A common type, called the swing check valve, has a bonnet and a disc working together to regulate water or gas flow by opening with forward flow and closing with reverse. Other types include lift (piston and ball), butterfly, stop and tilting-disc.

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Hydraulic pipe fittings

Hydraulic pipe fittings are parts used to connect the components of a hydraulic system such as hoses, pipes and tubes. These have to follow strict standards, which determine fitting construction, dimensions and pressure ratings.

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