The first thing that comes to mind when thinking about pneumatics is automation. Pneumatic components are used in the food and furniture industries, in explosion-prone areas, and in manufacturing companies. When we talk about working elements, we refer to machines or equipment that perform the actual task. Pneumatics is also commonly used in mechanical operations, industrial machinery, construction and workshop equipment, as well as in special tools and other technical devices.

In industry, compressed air is often used to power hand tools such as grinders and nail guns, or to transport powdered materials that are blown through pipes.

To transport the compressed air, flexible hoses are used. These come in various lengths and colors — the colors make it easier to identify faults, trace, and describe the airflow. If the pressure becomes too high, the hoses are specially designed to leak air at both ends. By using a T-piece, the compressed air can flow through several pipes simultaneously for better efficiency.

There are several advantages to using pneumatics. Pneumatic machines can be small and lightweight while still being fast and powerful. Air is both free and abundant, and compressed air as an energy source can easily be stored in a tank, ready for use.

It is a fast working medium and one of the few methods that allows for linear motion. Since energy is utilized more efficiently, pneumatics is also environmentally friendly, in addition to being overload-safe, fire-safe, and explosion-safe.