Cylinders with air bearing pistons output smooth motion — and they can greatly increase the longevity of pneumatic systems used for: The tensioning of ultra-fine wire, filaments, or fiber.

The Funkstown Volunteer Fire Co. has been awarded $12,219 in federal funding to buy 14 new air cylinders to help firefighters breathe in smoke-filled settings. The announcement was made Wednesday ...

Three styles of air cylinders are available with all exposed surfaces made of stainless steel.