Electric vs Hydraulics vs Pneumatics

March 6, 2009
When it comes to controlling machine motion - the main choices are electric, hydraulic and pneumatics. How do you decide on the best method to control motion in your machine?

When it comes to controlling machine motion - the main choices are electric, hydraulic and pneumatics. How do you decide on the best method to control motion in your machine?

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