Generated by All in One SEO Pro v5.0.0.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # ProMation Engineering Precision Actuation for Industry ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://promationei.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [7 Useful Tips for Installing an Electric Actuator](https://promationei.com/tips-for-installing-an-electric-actuator) - Learn useful tips for Installing an Electric Actuator, including mounting orientation, wiring, conduit setup, and moisture protection. - [Impact of Tariffs on ProMation Products](https://promationei.com/impact-of-tariffs-on-promation-products) - ProMation has an effective Price Increase of 0% to 9% due to increased tariffs. ProMation has a global supply chain and a portion of our Products have been impacted by the additional duties levied by Executive Order 14257, issued April 2, 2025 and the amendments of April 8, 2025; April 9, 2025; April - [Need Small but Reliable? Meet ProMation's PZ Electric Actuators.](https://promationei.com/need-small-but-reliable-meet-promations-pz-electric-actuators) - For compact quarter-turn valves and dampers needing between 55 in-lbs and 135 in-lbs torque, PZ Electric Actuators balance size, performance and reliability. - [Storing Electric Actuators 101: What You Need to Know](https://promationei.com/storing-electric-actuators-101-everything-you-need-to-know) - Best practices for storing electric actuators to prevent damage, extend lifespan, and ensure reliable performance when placed into service. - [A Great Alternative for Your Existing Actuation Equipment](https://promationei.com/a-great-alternative-for-your-existing-actuation-equipment) - Need an upgrade or replacement for your actuation equipment? 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P1-P8 series Quarter turn actuators - [Reflecting on a Career in Process Management and Valve Automation](https://promationei.com/reflecting-on-a-career-in-process-management-and-valveautomation) - Celebrating the promotion of Bill Knecht, and reflecting on his 40+ year career in Process Management and Valve Automation - [Notes from a hotel room: the true cost of pneumatic actuation](https://promationei.com/notes-from-a-hotel-room-the-true-cost-of-pneumatic-actuation) - Notes from a hotel room, by Bill Knecht Well, we made it through the holidays and it's full speed ahead. I was in a meeting with several engineers, and several were talking about operating costs. They were initially trying to see if they could run a plant totally autonomously. That was not acceptable. Payroll is - [Notes from a hotel room: The difference between electric and pneumatic valve actuators](https://promationei.com/the-difference-between-electric-and-pneumatic-valve-actuators) - Notes from a hotel room while I am traveling the west, by Bill Knecht I often go to facilities that are old and on their last legs and also get to be in on the beginning of a new facility or new technology and everything in between. I like to think about how things work - [New Sales Organization in Switzerland covering Europe, Middle East and Africa](https://promationei.com/new-sales-organization-in-switzerland-covering-europe-middle-east-and-africa) - ProMation Engineering, Inc., an industry-leading manufacturer of rugged electric valve actuators for critical flow control in industrial processes, has announced the establishment of ProMation Engineering AG in Switzerland. The leadership of this organisation will be taken by Thomas Doebeli. ProMation is delighted to have the opportunity to add Thomas Doebeli to the ProMation team as - [Spring Return Electric Actuators Meet Fire Standards for Tunnels](https://promationei.com/spring-return-electric-actuators-meet-fire-standards-for-tunnels) - ProMation Engineering Inc., a worldwide provider of electric motorized actuators for industrial use, has successfully completed a key milestone for international ventilation applications in rail and road tunnels and underground passenger platforms such as subway stations. In an emergency situation such a fire inside the structure, electric motor operated dampers in the ventilation system can - [Positive Switching for 12V and 24V On/Off Actuators](https://promationei.com/positive-switching-for-12v-and-24v-on-off-actuators) - Click Here for this item as a printable pdf In an effort to be more consistent in the field wiring of our devices, positive switching is now used on all our quarter-turn, low voltage, on/off DC actuators. All of our 12V and 24V, AC and DC products are now switched on the hot leg. Additionally, ## Pages - [About Us](https://promationei.com/about-us-industrial-actuator-experts) - [YouTube](https://promationei.com/you-tube) - [Contact](https://promationei.com/contact) - [Controlling Electric Actuators](https://promationei.com/controlling-electric-actuators) - [Position Control Products](https://promationei.com/position-control-products) - [Fail-safe Electric Actuation](https://promationei.com/fail-safe-electric-actuation) - [The Leader in Electric Failsafe Actuation](https://promationei.com/the-leader-in-electric-failsafe-actuation) - [Tunnel Market Newsletter](https://promationei.com/tunnel-market-newsletter) - Advancing Tunnel Operations: the advances of our electric actuators ProMation Engineering is delighted to share the exceptional capabilities of our electric actuators which are specifically tailored to meet the demanding requirements of tunnel applications. Our commitment to innovation and efficiency positions our electric actuators as the optimal choice when compared to traditional pneumatic or hydraulic - [Blog](https://promationei.com/blog) - [Refund and Returns Policy](https://promationei.com/refund_returns) - ProMation Engineering Standard Terms and Conditions of Sale and Warranty (Standard Terms) I) General Until otherwise arranged, in writing, the following conditions are valid. The Seller as referred to herein is ProMation Engineering, Inc. (Seller). Buyer is the entity ordering or purchasing ProMation Products or Services (ProMation Products) offered and delivered by Seller or its - [Request More info](https://promationei.com/request-more-info) - [blocks](https://promationei.com/blocks) - Filter by attribute The American Made U-Series: advanced, modular, multiple control actuators with available SuperCap fail-safe Read more Accessories and Options Read more Local Control Stations (LCS) for Electric Actuators Read more Power Backup Units (PBU) Read more PZ6 and PZ15 Quarter Turn Actuators Read more P1/P1.A/P1.B/P1.C Quarter-Turn Actuators Read more Explosion Proof Quarter Turn - [Shop](https://promationei.com/shop) ## Products - [Explosion Proof Spring Return Actuators](https://promationei.com/product/explosion-proof-actuators) - The ProMation Engineering explosion proof actuators are designed for use in hazardous locations. They meet the latest Class I and Class II Division 1 standards per UL 1203. The explosion proof actuators share the same electronic and mechanical components as the ProMation Standard Location products and give you the same reliability and performance that you’ve come to expect from our Standard Location quarter turn actuators. The ProMation explosion proof actuators feature the only hazardous duty electric actuator that comes with a standard raised indicator allowing easy identification of actuator position. Other standard items include an anti-condensation heater, two auxiliary switches, ISO 5211 mounting, permanently lubricated locking gear train, and a clutchless manual handwheel. In addition to on/off control, the explosion proof actuators can have proportional control with 4–20 mA, 0–10, 2–10, and 1–5vdc input and feedback. Also available: torque switch to protect motors and valves, additional auxiliary switches, and 0–220° rotation The explosion proof actuators range in torque from 300 to 13,250 in lbs and are available in 24vac, 24vdc, 120vac, and 230vac voltages. The output gearing and mounting patterns are the same as our standard product and therefore fully compatible with valve, damper couplers and linkages that are used for nearly any industrial application. Request More Info - [Explosion Proof Quarter Turn Actuators](https://promationei.com/product/explosion-proof-electric-quarter-turn-actuators) - The ProMation Engineering explosion proof actuators are designed for use in hazardous locations. They meet the latest Class I and Class II Division 1 standards per UL 1203. The explosion proof actuators share the same electronic and mechanical components as the ProMation Standard Location products and give you the same reliability and performance that you’ve come to expect from our Standard Location quarter turn actuators. The ProMation explosion proof actuators feature the only hazardous duty electric actuator that comes with a standard raised indicator allowing easy identification of actuator position. Other standard items include an anti-condensation heater, two auxiliary switches, ISO 5211 mounting, permanently lubricated locking gear train, and a clutchless manual handwheel. In addition to on/off control, the explosion proof actuators can have proportional control with 4–20 mA, 0–10, 2–10, and 1–5vdc input and feedback. Also available: torque switch to protect motors and valves, additional auxiliary switches, and 0–220° rotation The explosion proof actuators range in torque from 300 to 13,250 in lbs and are available in 24vac, 24vdc, 120vac, and 230vac voltages. The output gearing and mounting patterns are the same as our standard product and therefore fully compatible with valve, damper couplers and linkages that are used for nearly any industrial application. Request More Info - [Power Backup Units (PBU)](https://promationei.com/product/power-backup-units-pbu) - PBU’s are designed for ProMation Actuators but can be modified for other quarter-turn actuators. Replaceable sealed lead-acid battery packs provide backup power for positive positioning in critical applications. Upon loss of power, the actuators are driven to a field selectable end position. NEMA 4/4X enclosure standard. Request More Info - [PD(O) Spring Return Actuators](https://promationei.com/product/pdo-spring-return-actuators) - The PD(O) family of electric spring return actuators are designed for load requirements of 2300 inch pounds. The actuator comes standard with two auxiliary switches (form C), an internal low power heater, a NEMA 4X environmental rating, and in 120VAC, 230VAC, or 24VAC/DC (on/off only) supply voltages. The PD(O) Series mechanical connections utilize an ISO 5211 mounting system, Size F12 with an 8 point 27 mm female drive. The PD(O) Series is offered in two control modes: on/off (2 position control), or Proportional (modulating) control. Application requirements will dictate whether to utilize a CW (clockwise spring return) or CCW (counter-clockwise spring return) model. Spring return direction is NOT changeable and actuator must be configured for spring return direction at time of order. Request More Info - [PC(O) Spring Return Actuators](https://promationei.com/product/pco-spring-return-actuators) - The PC(O) family of electric spring return actuators are designed for load requirements of 1750 inch pounds. The actuator comes standard with two auxiliary switches (form C), an internal low power heater, a NEMA 4X environmental rating, and in 120VAC, 230VAC, or 24VAC/DC (on/off only) supply voltages. The PC(O) Series mechanical connections utilize an ISO 5211 mounting system, Size F12 with an 8 point 27 mm female drive. The PC(O) Series is offered in two control modes: on/off (2 position control), or Proportional (modulating) control. Application requirements will dictate whether to utilize a CW (clockwise spring return) or CCW (counter-clockwise spring return) model. Spring return direction is NOT changeable and actuator must be configured for spring return direction at time of order. Request More Info - [PB(O) Spring Return Actuators](https://promationei.com/product/pbo-spring-return-actuators) - The PB(O) family of electric spring return actuators are designed for load requirements of 1150 inch pounds. The actuator comes standard with two auxiliary switches (form C), an internal low power heater, a NEMA 4X environmental rating, and in 120VAC, 230VAC, or 24VAC/DC (on/off only) supply voltages. The PB(O) Series mechanical connections utilize an ISO 5211 mounting system, Size F10 with an 8 point 22 mm female drive. The PB(O) Series is offered in two control modes: on/off (2 position control), or Proportional (modulating) control. Application requirements will dictate whether to utilize a CW (clockwise spring return) or CCW (counter-clockwise spring return) model. Spring return direction is NOT changeable and actuator must be configured for spring return direction at time of order. Request More Info - [PA(O) Spring Return Actuators](https://promationei.com/product/pa-spring-return-actuator) - The PA(O) family of electric spring return actuators are designed for load requirements of 445 inch pounds. The actuator comes standard with two auxiliary switches (form C), an internal low power heater, a NEMA 4X environmental rating, and in 120VAC, 230VAC, or 24VAC/DC (on/off only) supply voltages. The PA(O) Series mechanical connections utilize an ISO 5211 mounting system, Size F07 with an 8 point 17 mm female drive. The PA(O) Series is offered in two control modes: on/off (2 position control), or Proportional (modulating) control. Application requirements will dictate whether to utilize a CW (clockwise spring return) or CCW (counter-clockwise spring return) model. Spring return direction is NOT changeable and actuator must be configured for spring return direction at time of order. Request More Info - [P2/3 Quarter Turn Actuators](https://promationei.com/product/p2-quarter-turn) - The P2/P3 family of electric actuators are designed for load requirements ranging from 800 inch pounds up to 1,335 inch pounds. The actuator comes standard with two auxiliary switches (form C), an internal low power heater, a NEMA 4X environmental rating, and in 12 VAC/DC, 24 VAC/DC, 120VAC, 230VAC 3 Phase, 380 VAC 3 Phase, and 480 VAC 3 phase supply voltages. The P2/P3 family mechanical connections are ISO 5211 compliant. The P2/P3 Series can be ordered as an on/off (two position) model that can be used in bump/jog applications as well. Models can also be ordered with an internal proportional control card that accepts a wide range of control signals and generates multiple feedback signals for field use. Request More Info - [P4/P5/P6 Quarter Turn Actuators](https://promationei.com/product/p4-quarter-turn) - The P4/P5/P6 family of electric actuators are designed for load requirements ranging from 3,500 inch pounds up to 5,750 inch pounds. The actuator comes standard with two auxiliary switches (form C), an internal low power heater, a NEMA 4X environmental rating, and in 12 VDC, 24 VAC/DC, 120VAC, 230VAC 3 Phase, 380 VAC 3 Phase, and 480 VAC 3 phase supply voltages. The P4/P5/P6 family mechanical connections are ISO 5211 compliant. The P4/P5/P6 Series can be ordered as an on/off (two position) model that can be used in bump/jog applications as well. Models can also be ordered with an internal proportional control card that accepts a wide range of control signals and generates multiple feedback signals for field use. Request More Info - [P7/P8 Quarter Turn Actuators](https://promationei.com/product/p7-quarter-turn) - The P7/P8 family of electric actuators are designed for load requirements ranging from 8,900 inch pounds up to 13,250 inch pounds. The actuator comes standard with two auxiliary switches (form C), an internal low power heater, a NEMA 4X environmental rating, and in 24 VAC/DC, 120VAC, 230VAC 3 Phase, 380 VAC 3 Phase, and 480 VAC 3 phase supply voltages. The P7/P8 family mechanical connections are ISO 5211 compliant. The P7/P8 Series can be ordered as an on/off (two position) model that can be used in bump/jog applications as well. Models can also be ordered with an internal proportional control card that accepts a wide range of control signals and generates multiple feedback signals for field use. Request More Info - [P9/P10 Quarter Turn Actuators](https://promationei.com/product/p9-quarter-turn) - The P9/P10 family of electric actuators are designed for load requirements ranging from 17,500 inch pounds up to 22,000 inch pounds. The actuator comes standard with two auxiliary switches (form C), an internal low power heater, a NEMA 4X environmental rating, and in 120VAC, 230VAC 3 Phase, 380 VAC 3 Phase, and 480 VAC 3 phase supply voltages. The P9/P10 family mechanical connections are ISO 5211 compliant. The P9/P10 Series can be ordered as an on/off (two position) model that can be used in bump/jog applications as well. Models can also be ordered with an internal proportional control card that accepts a wide range of control signals and generates multiple feedback signals for field use. Request More Info - [P11/P12 Quarter Turn Actuators](https://promationei.com/product/p11-quarter-turn) - The P11/P12 family of electric actuators are designed for load requirements ranging from 26,500 inch pounds up to 31,000 inch pounds. The actuator comes standard with two auxiliary switches (form C), an internal low power heater, a NEMA 4X environmental rating, and in 120VAC, 230VAC 3 Phase, 380 VAC 3 Phase, and 480 VAC 3 phase supply voltages. The P11/P12 family mechanical connections are ISO 5211 compliant. The P11/P12 Series can be ordered as an on/off (two position) model that can be used in bump/jog applications as well. Models can also be ordered with an internal proportional control card that accepts a wide range of control signals and generates multiple feedback signals for field use. Request More Info - [P13 Quarter Turn Actuators](https://promationei.com/product/p13-quarter-turn) - The P13 family of electric actuators are designed for load requirements of 40,000 inch pounds. The actuator comes standard with two auxiliary switches (form C), an internal low power heater, a NEMA 4X environmental rating, and in 120VAC, 230VAC 3 Phase, 380 VAC 3 Phase, and 480 VAC 3 phase supply voltages. The P13 family mechanical connections are ISO 5211 compliant. The P13 Series can be ordered as an on/off (two position) model that can be used in bump/jog applications as well. Models can also be ordered with an internal proportional control card that accepts a wide range of control signals and generates multiple feedback signals for field use. Request More Info - [PZ6 and PZ15 Quarter Turn Actuators](https://promationei.com/product/pz6-and-pz15-quarter-turn) - The PZ6 and PZ15 are compact electric actuators designed for load requirements up to 55”lbs and 135”lbs respectively. They are compact actuator designed for small space areas. The PZ series has a NEMA 4/4x environmental rating, comes standard with an ISO5211 F03/F05 mounting pattern and a 14mm double-square female drive shaft -- making either one an ideal actuator for small valve and damper applications. Available in 24vac, 120vac and 230vac supply voltages, the PZ6 and PZ15 are available ONLY as on/off (two position) models that can also be used in bump/jog applications. Auxiliary switches, heaters, and proportional control cards are not available in this series. Request More Info - [P1/P1.A/P1.B/P1.C Quarter-Turn Actuators](https://promationei.com/product/p1-quarter-turn) - The P1 series quarter turn actuators are used on OEM applications such as filter and pump skids as well as process control, water treatment, and heating & cooling. Key features include: • Compact size • A variety of run times • Quick to install, easy to service • Industrial grade components • Override options for all Request More Info - [Local Control Stations (LCS) for Electric Actuators](https://promationei.com/product/local-control-stations-lcs-for-electric-actuators) - ProMation Engineering’s Local Control Stations (LCS) give you the choice of using remote process control signals for the actuator or operating the actuator at the location of your choice, either at the actuator or just nearby. The ProMation LCS can be remotely located or directly mounted on the actuator providing an array of controls and displays of functions being performed. An LCS is typically used when there is a need to control an actuator locally or at some location nearby, isolating it from the normal control signal. A host of control options are available in both On/Off/Jog or Proportional control, and in voltages from 12VDC to 575V 3 phase. Request More Info - [Accessories and Options](https://promationei.com/product/accessories-and-options) - ProMation Actuators come with many accessories and options in order to ensure all custom jobs can be fulfilled. Let us help you find the solution to your engineering needs. Request More Info - [The American Made U-Series: advanced, modular, multiple control actuators with available SuperCap fail-safe](https://promationei.com/product/u-series-lc-f-advanced-modular-multiple-control-actuators) - Class 1 Division 2 Hazardous Location Certified The U-Series actuators are ProMation’s most advanced actuator providing 6000 starts per hour at 100% Continuous Duty Cycle. Standard controls include 2 wire/single wire On/Off, analogue modulation (4-20mA, 2-10VDC, and 1-5VDC) and MODBUS RTU/TCP. The explosion-proof U-Series is certified for Class 1, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D hazardous locations, which includes hydrogen, LNG, methane, and gasoline. 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