Pneumatic mufflers, also called silencers, safely and quietly vent pressurized air to atmosphere. They are commonly installed on air valves, … [Read More...]
Engineering Basics
What is a conical screw compressor?
A conical screw compressor is an offshoot of the conventional screw compressor. In a typical screw compressor, two meshing helical screws or rotors … [Read More...]
Industry News
Hack the Crisis: Free loaner compressors aid hand-sanitizer bottler
Young Spirits, a Scottish spirit bottling business which has revamped operations to produce much-needed hand sanitizer to fight the Covid-19 outbreak, has benefitted from a free loan offer from … [Read More...]
Shepherd Controls now distributing Festo products in the South-Central U.S.
Festo has announced that Shepherd Controls & Associates, Allen, Texas, has become its latest distribution partner. The 35-year-old company will supply Festo products to customers in Texas, … [Read More...]
VMAC makes 2020 list of Best Workplaces in Canada
VMAC is being recognized as one of the Best Workplaces in Canada, joining the top 50 organizations in the nation. To be eligible for the Best Workplaces in Canada list, organizations must be Great … [Read More...]
Hack the Crisis: Engineering students craft DIY ventilator
As the COVID-19 pandemic spreads worldwide, there are critical concerns that hospital intensive care units won’t be able handle a surge in patients. A key limiting factor may be the number of … [Read More...]
TPC Automation offering no-cost pneumatic parts to makers of medical ventilators
TPC Automation has created a program to accelerate the manufacturing of medical ventilators. During the Shelter in Place order (National State of Emergency time period), the company will be offering a … [Read More...]
Vacuum manufacturer Leybold celebrates 170th birthday
Traditionally, companies can only be sustainable if they are innovative. The vacuum specialist Leybold succeeded with its combination of tradition and innovation over the course of its history. With … [Read More...]
Parker’s LM-Pro miniature valve controls ventilator flow
The Precision Fluidics Division of Parker Hannifin announced the release of the new Parker LM-Pro linear motor proportional valve targeted at the respiratory and anesthesia markets. “The Parker … [Read More...]
Emerson’s 2020 ASCO Engineering Scholarship Program is now open
In its continuing commitment to the success of tomorrow's workforce, Emerson announces the application period is now open for its 2020 ASCO Engineering Scholarship Program for U.S. college students. … [Read More...]
Vacuum lifting systems maximize safety
Vacuworx, Tulsa, Okla., manufactures innovative heavy-duty material-handling systems based on hydraulic-powered vacuum lifting. The equipment is used in the oil and gas, water and sewer, highway and … [Read More...]
IFPE Download: SMC highlights safe and smart automation products
At IFPE this week, SMC Corp. will exhibit automation products focused on safety and controls at the Las Vegas Convention Center, South Hall 3 Booth S-82135. SMC is committed to automation, safety … [Read More...]
Airline Hydraulics and SMC sign distribution agreement for Virginia
Airline Hydraulics Corp., Benselm, Pa., has announced that SMC Corp. of America has expanded its Technology Distributor authorization with Airline to include all of Virginia. Airline’s relationship … [Read More...]
Robotics is driving a manufacturing revolution
Robots of future will cost less, run safer, improve productivity and adapt their operations on the fly. Contributed by Donna Ritson, President, DDR Communications I recently had the pleasure … [Read More...]
Piab Group acquires TAWI Group
Piab Group has entered into an agreement to acquire TAWI Group, a leading manufacturer of smart lifting solutions with global reach. Total sales for TAWI is expected to reach 340 MSEK ($36 million) in … [Read More...]
Vention partners with SMC to enable digital engineering of pneumatic equipment
Vention, a next-generation machine design platform, is proud to announce the launch of its pneumatic solutions in partnership with SMC, an industry leader in pneumatic technology for machine … [Read More...]
Festo takes the gold in 2019 LEAP Awards Pneumatics category
Winners of the LEAP Awards have been announced for the second annual awards competition. In the Pneumatics category, Festo took the gold for its DHEF adaptive shape gripper, which adapts to workpiece … [Read More...]
