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The CQ2 compact cylinder is the world ’ s bestselling pneumatic cylinder and is supported globally . The CQ2 is available in 15 bore sizes from 12mm to 200mm . It comes standard with male or female piston rod threads . 42 standard options make it one of the most versatile cylinder series on the market . For mounting flexibility , it is possible to mount auto switches on any of the 4 surfaces
a global company as a facade , but that we actually operate as one in front of our customers and other subsidiaries whilst enabling SMC to maintain its status as the world leader in pneumatic manufacturing components .”
Loggins highlights the infusion of tech capabilities with sales and marketing , the use of authentically produced YouTube videos showcasing the firm ’ s offering , and the need to react to the growing scope of smart technologies such as IoT , automation , and the data streams that tie operations together as other major triggers for the transformation . “ Our customers are changing ,” Loggins notes . “ You ’ re not just solving a mechanical problem any more , you ’ re also solving a data problem , a connectivity problem , a whole range of technological variables .” Throughout the transformation , SMC has ensured that its product delivery meets the full suite of these
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