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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What is a pneumatic muffler?
Pneumatic mufflers, also called silencers, safely and quietly vent pressurized air to atmosphere. They are commonly installed on air valves, … [Read More...] about What is a pneumatic muffler?
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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

VMAC sponsors LEGO robotics program
VMAC is sponsoring Nanaimo Science’s Saturday Morning Science program. The sponsorship provides subsidy support for 10 children, ages 6 to 12, to take part in 12 weeks of Saturday Morning Science … [Read More...] about VMAC sponsors LEGO robotics program

Explosion-proof compressor systems certified by TÜV SÜD
J. P. Sauer & Sohn Maschinenbau GmbH, the parent company of the Sauer Compressors group, offers explosion-proof high-pressure compressors for many ATEX zones. The company has now had the quality … [Read More...] about Explosion-proof compressor systems certified by TÜV SÜD

Vanair welcomes new Director of Fleet Sales and Business Development
Vanair has announced that Michelle Mieras has joined the company as Director of Fleet Sales and Business Development, focusing on building and developing relationships with strategic accounts … [Read More...] about Vanair welcomes new Director of Fleet Sales and Business Development

Emerson launches virtual access to Mobile Road Show
Emerson will kick off its Mobile Road Show on November 4, featuring an interactive mobile service center, which will run for nine months across multiple countries. The event is now available virtually … [Read More...] about Emerson launches virtual access to Mobile Road Show

Festo takes the Gold in the 2020 LEAP awards for pneumatics
Winners of the 2020 LEAP Awards (Leadership in Engineering Achievement Program) were announced yesterday in a digital ceremony, with products across 12 categories. More than 100 entrants were received … [Read More...] about Festo takes the Gold in the 2020 LEAP awards for pneumatics

Humphrey Products launches updated website
Humphrey Products is committed to providing cutting-edge products and services that not only solve pneumatic and liquid control challenges, but also improve efficiencies in product development and … [Read More...] about Humphrey Products launches updated website

Festo’s auto industry predictive software named an AI champion
Festo has been named an artificial intelligence (AI) champion for the company’s project Intelligent Pneumatic Runtime Monitoring. The award was given during the inaugural … [Read More...] about Festo’s auto industry predictive software named an AI champion

Vacuum plus vision system automates bin picking
Schmalz Inc. has developed a complete system for the complex task of automated parts handling. The Vision and Handling Set 3D-R is a complete solution that includes all accessories for efficient box- … [Read More...] about Vacuum plus vision system automates bin picking

Festo advances digital automation and AI in production
The growing pace of technological change, political disputes over trade relations and increasingly dismal prospects for the global economy are putting the manufacturing industry under pressure, … [Read More...] about Festo advances digital automation and AI in production