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RIFT Actuators
Intelligent Electric Actuation for Industrial Applications
RIFT Actuators provides electric actuation solutions for industrial automation, process control and mechanical systems, combining precise movement, energy efficiency and intelligent control for demanding applications.
Designed and manufactured in the UK, the RIFT RAS, RAM and RAL platforms provide engineers with flexible electric actuation technology for valves, dampers and other mechanical systems where reliable and repeatable movement is essential.
From process control and flow management to specialist machinery and industrial ventilation, RIFT provides configurable actuation technology designed around the requirements of modern automation.
RIFT Actuators
More Than Traditional Electric Actuation
Industrial automation often depends on accurate and repeatable movement.
Whether controlling a valve, damper, vent or mechanical mechanism, the actuator translates an electrical command into physical movement.
RIFT technology provides engineers with a flexible platform supporting, depending on model and configuration:
- On/Off operation
- Precise positioning
- Modulating control
- 4-20mA modulation
- Adjustable speed
- Failsafe positioning
- SMART diagnostics
- Remote monitoring
- Modbus communication
- Onboard PLC functionality
- Solar and battery compatibility
This creates an adaptable electric actuation platform for a wide range of industrial applications.
RIFT Actuators
Process Control
Precise Movement for Critical Applications
Industrial processes frequently depend on accurate control of flow, pressure or airflow.
Electric actuators automate valves and other mechanical components, allowing equipment to respond consistently to changing system requirements.
RIFT actuators can be configured for suitable applications involving:
- Process valves
- Flow control
- Isolation
- Regulation
- Automated positioning
- Industrial ventilation
- Mechanical control systems
RIFT Actuators
Modulating Control
When On or Off Isn’t Enough
Many industrial applications require variable positioning rather than simple open or closed operation.
RIFT actuators can provide modulating control for suitable applications, allowing a valve or mechanical component to be positioned at defined intermediate points.
Depending on configuration, 4-20mA modulation can provide integration with established industrial control architectures.
This gives engineers greater control over processes where precise positioning is important.
Precision Positioning
Accurate Electric Movement
Industrial equipment often requires repeatable positioning.
RIFT electric actuation technology is designed to provide controlled movement and accurate positioning for applications where consistency is critical.
Potential applications include:
- Flow regulation
- Airflow management
- Process equipment
- Industrial dampers
- Mechanical positioning
- Specialist automation
Adjustable Speed Control
Match Actuation to the Application
Different industrial processes require different actuator speeds.
RIFT actuator configurations can incorporate adjustable speed control, allowing engineers to select movement characteristics appropriate to the application.
Controlled actuation speed can be particularly useful where gradual movement is required to manage process conditions or protect connected equipment.
Failsafe Operation
Additional Control for Critical Systems
Some industrial systems require a component to move to a predetermined position if a defined fault or power-loss condition occurs.
RIFT actuators can be configured with failsafe functionality for suitable applications.
The required behaviour can be specified according to the needs of the system, providing engineers with greater flexibility when designing automated processes.
Low-Power Industrial Actuation
Efficiency Built Into the Technology
Energy efficiency is becoming increasingly important across industrial operations.
RIFT’s patented Reduced Induction Field Technology has been developed to reduce electrical power requirements compared with conventional actuator technology.
Lower power consumption can help support:
- Reduced operating costs
- Lower energy demand
- Improved system efficiency
- Sustainable industrial operations
- Battery and alternative-power applications
This can be particularly valuable where multiple actuators operate across a large industrial installation.
SMART Industrial Automation
Turn Actuators Into Intelligent Assets
Modern industrial automation increasingly relies on data.
RIFT SMART technology provides the foundation for monitoring actuator operation and gathering information that can support asset management and maintenance strategies.
Depending on configuration, SMART capabilities can include:
- Operational diagnostics
- Performance monitoring
- Valve condition information
- Remote access
- WiFi connectivity
- GPS
- Modbus
- Onboard PLC functionality
This provides greater visibility than conventional electric actuation alone.
RIFT Actuators
Onboard PLC Intelligence
Control Logic at the Actuator
RIFT SMART configurations can incorporate onboard PLC functionality, providing opportunities to implement local control logic directly within the actuator.
This can reduce reliance on additional control hardware for suitable applications and provide engineers with greater flexibility when developing automated systems.
Local intelligence can be particularly valuable where equipment needs to respond to predefined conditions without relying entirely on a central control system.
Modbus & Automation Integration
Designed to Connect
Industrial automation systems depend on communication between individual components.
RIFT actuators can support Modbus communication on suitable configurations, allowing them to integrate into wider control and monitoring systems.
This provides opportunities to connect RIFT actuation with:
- PLC systems
- SCADA
- Industrial control systems
- Building management systems
- Remote monitoring platforms
- Asset management software
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Remote Monitoring
Reduce Unnecessary Site Intervention
Where industrial assets are distributed across large facilities or difficult-to-access areas, remote monitoring can improve operational efficiency.
RIFT SMART Actuators can provide remote access capabilities depending on configuration, allowing operators to access actuator information without always requiring physical access to the equipment.
This can help reduce:
- Routine inspection requirements
- Maintenance travel
- Response times
- Operational disruption
Solar & Battery Applications
Industrial Automation Beyond the Grid
Although industrial installations commonly have mains electricity available, specialist and remote applications may not.
RIFT’s low-power technology can be integrated into suitable solar and battery-powered systems, opening opportunities for automation in locations where conventional electrical infrastructure is impractical.
Potential applications include:
- Remote industrial assets
- Environmental systems
- Agricultural infrastructure
- Remote process equipment
- Off-grid installations
- Temporary infrastructure
Industrial Ventilation
Automated Airflow Control
RIFT technology can also be used for industrial ventilation and airflow applications.
Electric actuators can provide automated positioning of dampers and vents, supporting controlled airflow within industrial environments.
Potential applications include:
- Industrial ventilation
- Airflow management
- Extraction systems
- Environmental control
- Specialist dampers
- Automated ventilation equipment
Water & Process Industries
Proven Technology With Broader Potential
RIFT’s experience within the water industry provides a strong foundation for industrial applications.
The same characteristics that make RIFT technology suitable for water infrastructure can be valuable in industrial environments:
Low power. Precise control. Intelligent monitoring. Configurability. Reliability.
Potential applications include:
- Water treatment
- Food and beverage processing
- Fire suppression
- HVAC
- Process control
- Industrial fluid management
RIFT Product Platforms
RAS
Precision Electric Actuation
The RAS platform provides flexible electric actuation for applications requiring reliable and controlled movement.
Suitable applications can include:
Dampers
Valves
Process control
Ventilation
Mechanical positioning
RAM
High-Performance Modular Actuation
The RAM Series provides 40–100Nm of torque with IP67 protection, making it suitable for demanding environments and industrial applications.
Depending on configuration, features can include:
Part-turn operation
Multi-turn operation
Modulation
Failsafe
Wiggle
Speed control
SMART functionality
RAL
Smart Connected Actuation
The RAL Series represents RIFT’s advanced approach to intelligent electric actuation.
Designed for applications requiring greater intelligence, connectivity and asset visibility, RAL can support:
Remote monitoring
Predictive maintenance
Low-power operation
Solar and battery systems
GPS
WiFi
Onboard PLC functionality
Modern automation integration
