Hycomp Inc.’s technology has become part of Atlas Copco Group. The company designs, produces, sells and services specialized high-pressure oil-free compressors and boosters for a variety of industries. This is the second such acquisition by Altas Copco, which announced the acquisition of industrial gear pump manufacturer Kracht on January 3. Hycomp is a privately owned […]
A primer on when to use pneumatic vacuum pumps
By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Vacuum technology is the quintessential method for safe and careful material handling in various industries, from packaging to glass manufacturing. Vacuum cups and pads are gentle and soft, lifting even the largest material while barely contacting the surface. By creating a vacuum inside the cup, the pressure differential draws the […]
DHPL long-stroke parallel gripper for high load and torque parallel gripping
From recently completed production lines, Festo introduces the DHPL, a new generation of competitively priced long-stroke grippers that offers a host of advantages for high load and torque applications. The DHPL is interchangeable with competitive long-stroke grippers. It provides the added benefits of lighter weight, higher precision, and no maintenance. The new long-stroke gripper is […]
Bringing real-world pneumatic experiences to college students
As the fall semester for Purdue Polytechnic Institute rolled to a close earlier in December, students in the school’s capstone programs reached the half-way point on their efforts. Proportion-Air is sponsoring two capstone teams this school year. Both teams visited the company’s Indiana manufacturing facility in the fall semester, learning about manufacturing processes and asking […]
Several AVAC ejector and sensor products available under the Piab brand
In August 2022, Piab acquired AVAC, adding innovative products for sealed applications to their automation components business. After months of preparation, a selection of AVAC’s product assortment, which includes some of the company’s most trusted bestsellers, is now available under the Piab brand. The new sub-range includes the Multi-Functional Ejector (MFE), a compact, stackable design […]
QB3 electro-pneumatic regulator meets pressure needs in higher flow situations
Manufacturing experts seeking precise pressure regulation for high-flow applications need look no further than the Proportion-Air QB3 proportional electro-pneumatic pressure regulator — a single device engineered for accuracy and customizable for an application’s specific needs. The QB3 pressure control valve is a complete electronic pressure regulating package consisting of a pilot unit with two solenoid […]
Metal Work Regtronic pneumatic transducers from AutomationDirect
AutomationDirect has added Metal Work Regtronic series electro-pneumatic transducers that utilize two internal solenoid valves to convert an electronic signal from a PLC or other controller to a regulated precision linear pneumatic output pressure. This dual solenoid design eliminates continuous supply air consumption, reducing operational costs. Regtronic transducers feature a maximum output pressure range up […]
Precise and localized pneumatics complement advanced motion controls in packaging machines
Packaging machine manufacturer Coesia and its sister companies rely on system integration for efficient, precise and fast operations. With a focus on streamlined systems that reduce pouch or carton handoffs and offer the ability to move non-standard sized materials, Coesia companies R.A. Jones and MGS turn to modern motion control systems married with precision pneumatics […]
Flat parallel gripper for space-constrained applications
From recently completed production lines, Festo introduces the HPPF, an innovative flat parallel gripper that ranges in height from 19 to 41 mm among its four sizes: 8, 12, 16, and 20. The stroke ranges from a narrow 8 mm to a wide 80 mm, and gripping forces span from 60 to 377 N. HPPF […]
5 reasons your pneumatic cylinder isn’t working
By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Pneumatic cylinders are essential in various industrial applications, providing the mechanical force needed to move loads, automate equipment, and perform countless other tasks. However, pneumatic cylinders encounter issues that impede their performance like other machine components. When your pneumatic cylinder isn’t working as expected, it can lead to downtime, reduced […]
