Energy efficiency has become a hot topic. There are worldwide initiatives to rein in CO2 emissions and limit climate change. Consumers are becoming … [Read More...] about Cutting compressed-air costs at the point of use
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In a preview of their offerings at this year’s digital Hannover Fair, scheduled for April 12 to 16, Emerson takes a pragmatic look at today’s IoT … [Read More...] about How to turn data into useful information
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Festo sees tremendous future for pneumatics
The 2020 financial year proved to be a challenging one for Festo, but it also offered a year full of opportunities. According to Dr. Oliver Jung, chairman of the management board, the company proved … [Read More...] about Festo sees tremendous future for pneumatics
Smart leak-detection system
FDX Fluid Dynamix, located in Berlin, Germany, has developed the OsciLeak compressed air leak-detection system. It’s based on the company’s proprietary next-generation nozzle … [Read More...] about Smart leak-detection system
Atlas Copco develops solid desiccant block
Atlas Copco has developed what they call the world’s first completely solid desiccant for air dryers. The material, termed Cerades, will be initially used in its CD 20⁺-335⁺ series of … [Read More...] about Atlas Copco develops solid desiccant block
Piab announces launch of the piSAFE program
While maintaining market leading vacuum performance thorough Piab’s patented COAX technology the flexible design and ease of maintenance makes it a perfect choice for challenging robotic applications … [Read More...] about Piab announces launch of the piSAFE program
VMAC sponsors four scholarships for engineering students
VMAC is pleased to provide four $1,000 scholarships for Vancouver Island University (VIU) students entering the second year of either the Engineering Transfer or Engineering Technologist … [Read More...] about VMAC sponsors four scholarships for engineering students
Unique SmartValve is fast and precise
The SmartValve from KTW Technology, Wehr, Germany, is a new type of flow-control valve that relies on a magnetized ball as the fluid-control element. This ultrafast switching valve is designed for … [Read More...] about Unique SmartValve is fast and precise
Emerson opens its 2021 ASCO Engineering Scholarship Program
Emerson has opened its 2021 ASCO Engineering Scholarship Program, with applications now being accepted from U.S. college students. The merit-based scholarships reward excellence in education and … [Read More...] about Emerson opens its 2021 ASCO Engineering Scholarship Program
Austrian company HENN Group acquires Eisele
Austrian company HENN Group has acquired the business operations of Eisele Pneumatics in Waiblingen, Germany and Eisele Connectors Inc. in Michigan, on January 8. The transaction has now been … [Read More...] about Austrian company HENN Group acquires Eisele
Timmer launches timLIFT vacuum-handling line
Timmer GmbH, a manufacturer of pneumatic, vacuum and fluid-handling products based in Neuenkirchen, Germany, has revamped and expanded its vacuum-lifting product portfolio and rebranded it as the … [Read More...] about Timmer launches timLIFT vacuum-handling line
Smart pneumatics: Gateway to higher efficiency, productivity
Open and flexible IIoT systems can pinpoint leaks and faults, reduce downtime, increase throughput and, ultimately, improve the bottom line. Contributed by Nils Beckmann, Product Marketing Manager … [Read More...] about Smart pneumatics: Gateway to higher efficiency, productivity
Productivity Master embodies digital manufacturing
Last year when it became clear that in-person trade shows were not possible, Festo built its own stand for organizing virtual exhibitions and virtual customer meetings. “One of the most valuable … [Read More...] about Productivity Master embodies digital manufacturing
How to turn data into useful information
In a preview of their offerings at this year’s digital Hannover Fair, scheduled for April 12 to 16, Emerson takes a pragmatic look at today’s IoT landscape and discusses a number of new edge computing … [Read More...] about How to turn data into useful information
Clippard obtains US patent for Eclipse proportional isolation valve
Clippard Instrument Laboratory Inc. announces that the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has issued Patent No. 10,738,904 to Clippard’s new Eclipse proportional valve. The Patent, … [Read More...] about Clippard obtains US patent for Eclipse proportional isolation valve
Pneumatic valves sort diamonds quickly and gently
Diamond cutting is a task for human beings. The cutting must be carried out by a perfectly trained specialist, because — no matter how flawless the gemstones may be — an incorrectly placed cut will … [Read More...] about Pneumatic valves sort diamonds quickly and gently
Parker’s Pneumatic Division releases PCH Network Portal
Parker Hannifin's Pneumatic Division, as part of its global focus on factory automation, announced the release of a revolutionary network portal, The PCH Network Portal. The PCH Network Portal … [Read More...] about Parker’s Pneumatic Division releases PCH Network Portal
