CADENAS has developed a new web application for the error-free configuration and order of Festo pneumatic systems. The Festo Design Tool 3D Online is available, without installation or plug-in, givingΒ designers, purchasers and fitters easy and fast access to safe and efficient design, ordering and assembly of Festo product assemblies. Developed in cooperation with the German […]
ΊΪΑΟ³ΤΉΟ actuators and grippers
AutomationDirect’s line of NITRA pneumatics includes rotary actuators and pneumatic object grippers. NITRA rotary actuators are available in four body sizes with or without shock absorbers. All are double acting and have an adjustable travel range from zero to 190Β°. Anodized aluminum bodies include integral mounting slots for position switches and a durable ball-bearing hub, […]
Pancake cylinders from Fabco Air offer short strokes for compact spaces
The Pancake cylinder is a particular type of pneumatic actuator designed to satisfy the need for short stroke, low profile, compact air cylinders that fit in tight spaces. The original Pancake cylinder was invented in 1958 by Al Schmidt, and today it remains a mainstay in the compact air-cylinder market. This round-body cylinder has a […]
Smart vacuum-handling regulation boosts productivity
Feedback in a vacuum-handling system limits product damage and energy consumption. By Josef Karbassi, Vice President Automation Division, Piab AB, TΓ€by, Sweden It goes without saying that optimized systems are the most productive. But optimizing an automated, vacuum-based handling system that must deal with a variety of products and operating conditions is no simple task. […]
CylinderFinder online tool from Aventics simplifies pneumatic cylinder selection
Aventics aims to simplify configuration and ordering processes for complete pneumatics solutions through digitalization.Β All its tools are available free of charge online, from configuration programs to product information, CAD data and calculation tools, up to the energy savings calculator. Engineers and buyers can use its βCylinderFinderβ to simplify selection of the right cylinder for their […]
RSe series from Ross Controls provides safe exhaust and cylinder return
ROSS Controls introduces its new RSe series sub-base mounted valves for safety exhaust (dump) and safe cylinder return applications up to Category-4, PL e. The safety function of the 3/2 RSe series valve is to supply compressed air to a machine/system until signaled to shut off and exhaust any pneumatics energy from downstream of the […]
Clippard launches high-flow proportional electronic valves
Clippardβs newest DVP series proportional solenoid valves are precision-built 2-wayΒ control valves, utilizing a unique, patented valving principle. This powerful series was designed as the next generation of the well-known and trusted original EV line of Clippard βMouseβ valves. With a life ofΒ more than a billion cycles, a solid, compact design, and extremely high flow rates, […]
Students from CalPoly, San Jose State, Virginia Tech take top prize at the Amazing Packaging Race
The Amazing Packaging Race took over the Pack Expo Las Vegas and Healthcare Packaging Expo 2017 show floor yesterday, and three students from Team 17 outplayed 19 other teams to win new iPads, courtesy of Emersonβs ASCOTM, the event sponsor. PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, owner and producer of the PACK EXPO […]
New WOB-L piston units are designed for single- and two-stage vacuum, compressor operation
Gardner Denver Thomas has released its 2755 series variants: 2755BE75, 2755BGHI75, 2755CE60, 2755CGHI60, 2755TE48/40. 2755TGHI52/48, 2755VEF75, 2755VHI75. These oil-less twin WOB-L piston units are RoHS compliant and are designed for single-stage vacuum, two stage vacuum, single stage compressor, or two stage compressor operation. They are designed for a wide array of applications such as blood […]
ΊΪΑΟ³ΤΉΟ design 101: Go with the flow
The benefits of pneumatic power can be realized by following some basic pneumatic design rules for specifying air preparation units, actuators and valves. Contributed by Chip McDaniel, Educational Specialist at AutomationDirect Compressed air use by industrial machines is a close second to the use of electricity in terms of cost, and well ahead of other […]
