American Cylinder Co., Inc.
FDA-Approved Air Cylinders
American Cylinder manufactures a variety of food-grade pneumatic cylinders for use in the food and beverage industry. The food and beverage industry can be separated into two major sectors: production and distribution of edible goods. Production refers to the processing of meats and cheeses, the mixing/bottling of drinks and liquids, alcoholic beverages, packaged foods, and other food processing. Distribution refers to blow molding and container manufacturing, labeling, packing, and other conveyance. We offer cost-effective distribution products and washdown-resistant pneumatic cylinders to meet each application's needs.
Distribution Products (non-washdown environments)
These FDA-approved air cylinders are the ideal solution when washdown resistance is not required. American Cylinder can offer many options for cylinders and accessories to get the job done economically and reliably. Whether the need is space saving, high output force, load guidance, or position sensing, American Cylinder has a cylinder that meets your needs.
- Non-Repairable Cylinders
- Low Profile LPC Series
- Linear Slide LSC Series
- Tie Rod Cylinders
- Flow Control Valves
- Sensor Switches
Washdown Resistant Pneumatic Cylinders
When applications get more challenging, our CR Series pneumatic cylinders are reliable and resistant to the rigorous washdown processes mandated by the food and beverage industry. Washdown/corrosion resistance is acheived with either the Original CR or the All Stainless versions by constructing the end caps of cylinders from Acetal resin or 303 stainless steel. In the case of the All Stainless series CR cylinders, the bushings and lubrication are FDA as a standard. tttthis sets them apart from other manufacturers and makes them well-suited for the demanding environments within the food processing and distribution sectors.
American Cylinder’s commitment to excellence ensures that we can provide companies with products that fulfill these needs. Washdown-resistant pneumatic cylinders we fabricate include:
Custom FDA-Approved Air Cylinders
At American Cylinder, we take pride in our ability to engineer and design custom products for customers with unique applications. Our experience and expert technicians allow us to offer a number of options. Like all of our products, these special design pneumatic cylinders for the food and beverage industry are ISO 9001 2015 certified. Common modifications for rods include:
- Custom Rod Thread Length
- Coarse Threads
- Non-Standard Rod Extensions
- Special Seal Types, Compounds and Lubrication
- Customer Logos and Part Numbers
- Special Spring Forces and Materials
- Additional Oversize Ports
- Special Head and Piston Materials
- Specific Dimensions for Interchangeability
- Values Added Sub-Assembly Services
Contact us today to learn more about our food-grade pneumatic cylinders and FDA-approved cylinder equipment.
Food & Beverage Pneumatic Cylinders | FAQ
What is the difference between distribution products and washdown-resistant cylinders?
Distribution products are designed for non-washdown environments and offer economical, FDA-approved solutions for tasks like packaging and labeling. Washdown-resistant pneumatic cylinders, like the CR Series, are built to withstand harsh cleaning processes common in food processing environments.
Are American Cylinder’s pneumatic cylinders FDA-approved?
Yes. All food-grade pneumatic cylinders offered by American Cylinder are FDA-approved and meet strict industry standards. Many components, such as bushings and lubricants in the CR Series, are FDA-compliant as standard.
Can American Cylinder create custom pneumatic cylinders for specialized applications?
American Cylinder specializes in custom-engineered cylinders tailored to specific needs, including modifications like special seal types, rod threads, oversized ports, and custom materials. These custom solutions are ISO 9001:2015 certified.
