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"Production and maintenance people appreciate the fact that the All-Air System simply connects to plant air and does not require any wiring or special shielded cables, switches, motor starters or other circuit overload protection," Duffy explains.

He also stresses the reliability and versatility of air-controlled sensors. "Coast's Air-Flow Sensors are suitable for any guiding application because they're impervious to buildups from paper dust, lint, various powders, carbon fibers, and other foreign matter, thanks to Coast's patented Servo Controller that allows a positive air stream to discharge from opposing orifices in the sensor. This same sensor is used regardless of whether you're running dark, opaque, transparent, or even reflective materials." Opting for air also eliminates issues with explosive environments or potential interference with corona treaters, electron beam ovens, or other equipment.