FIPA Inc. recently created a custom EOAT solution that facilitates the removal of protective film from sheet metal with a cost- and labor-saving automated process. Developed for Foilpuller GmbH, a stainless steel sheet metal processing company based in Bobingen, Germany, FIPAβs system combines long lifecycle, high holding force vacuum cups with pressure-regulating, air-saving compact ejectors […]
Components
Series 6PF cylinder from Camozzi delivers precise position control with integral linear potentiometer
Camozzi ΊΪΑΟ³ΤΉΟs designed the series 6PF Positioning Feedback Cylinder to increase both precision and control in its pneumatic actuators. In compliance with ISO 15552 standards, the series 6PF is equipped with a potentiometric transducer of a linear position integrated inside the rod. This type of cylinder, when used with the LRXA4 proportional servo valve, makes […]
Piab acquires Sweden-based Vaculex
Piab has acquired Sweden based Vaculex, a leading manufacturer of lifting equipment based on vacuum technology. With 30 years of experience, Vaculex designs, manufactures and sells ergonomic lifting systems for various applicationsβe.g. baggage handling, packaging, distribution and logistics. Piab and Vaculex have complementary product offerings and the combination will enable accelerated growth. Both companies have […]
Compressed air fail: High discharge pressure
By Ron Marshall for the Compressed Air Challenge An automotive manufacturer was having trouble with itsΒ large centrifugal compressors, which were constantly going into surge condition. This is a damaging condition where the air going through the compressor suddenly stops and starts, shocking the fast spinning rotors in the machines and causing stress on the internal […]
New Mi-T-M diesel air compressor/generator combination unit unveiled
Mi-T-M Corp. hasΒ announced the release of the new diesel 30-gal air compressor/generator combination unit. With the convenience of two machines in one, the new air compressor/generator unit is suitableΒ for industrial applications that require electrical power and air. The new air compressor/generator features a 9.1-hp Kohler KD420 diesel overhead valve engine with electric start and glow […]
How important are storage receivers to my screw compressor?
If you have one or more lubricated screw compressors that run partially loaded in load/unload mode, the size of the storage receiver is quite important to the compressor operating efficiencyβand may affect its lifespan. If your compressors run in modulation mode, the least efficient way to run a screw compressor, the compressor efficiency is likely […]
Polyactuator packs large force in small package
Firestone Industrial Products, based in Indianapolis, has expanded its line of Airomatic polyactuators to include a new 120 mm option. Itβs the largest pneumatic polyactuator on the market, according to the company. The line also includes 50 mm and 70 mm versions. Airomatic polyactuators are constructed of two polyurethane sections welded together to form a […]
How are pneumatic actuators used in automation applications?
ΊΪΑΟ³ΤΉΟ actuators come in an array of permutations for automation. Rod and rodless actuators are the two most common, though rodless are far more common in the U.S. Rodless actuators include bearings to address moment loads in X. Y, and Z. Tip: Avoid undersized pneumatic actuators for applications by accurately calculating application force; subtracting piston-rod […]
Compressed air fail: Lack of maintenance
A small wood products company was hesitant at first, but after some prodding they allowed a compressed air auditor to have a look at their compressed air system. Instruments were placed on the single air compressor and a flow meter installed. Pressure loggers measured the compressor discharge and plant pressure. When the data was analyzed, […]
New modular directional control valve from Aventics simplifies assembly
At PackExpo last month, Aventics, Lexington, Ky., launched its new ES05 pneumatic directional control valves, a modular, one-tool valve for packaging and industrial automation applications. Designed to specifically to reduce the number of components, assembly is completed with one single tool. According to Erl Campbell, Key Account Manger for Food & Beverage for Aventics, βThe […]
