Festo has introduced the VS series of piston-spool solenoid and pneumatic valves and valve manifolds. These individually wired valves are designed to give years of dependable service while helping OEMs lower the costs of acquisition, assembly, and inventory. The high-flow rate VS series is ideal for simple clamping and locking operations in semiautomatic assembly, end-of-line […]
New DE-STA-CO catalog helps customers build efficient end effectors
DE-STA-CO has combined several individual product line catalogs into a single easy-to-use resource for stamping press operators. The comprehensive Press Room Catalog is designed to show customers all the tooling, vacuum and gripping options DE-STA-CO offers for building efficient sheet metal press end effectors. “For years, DE-STA-CO produced separate catalogs for tool changing, gripping, vacuum […]
Pressure regulator for compact, low pressure applications
The Challenge: Find a pressure regulator with excellent performance and small enough to fit in the limited space within the product. The regulator must have the ability to control low output pressures (under 5 psi), have low mass, and be corrosion resistant. Possible Approaches: Custom regulators are expensive and are unlikely to meet cost targets. […]
Stainless steel pneumatic cylinders resist caustic enviornments
Designed for use in a broad range of applications including those in washdown and caustic environments, these quality cylinders are constructed of durable 303 and 304 stainless steel. They include a Nitrile rod wiper to keep potential contaminants from penetrating inside the cylinder, and are available with bore sizes from 3/4 in. to 2 in. […]
Mobile app helps users calculate valve flow and find locate distributor
ASCO Numatics, a leading manufacturer of comprehensive fluid automation, flow control, and pneumatics solutions, has introduced a mobile application for iPhone and Android Devices. The free ASCO mobile app, available by searching “ASCO Flow Calculator” within either the Apple App or Google Play store, features the ASCO Flow Calculator, which enables customers to quickly calculate […]
VibroChecker wins app award from German magazine “elektrotechnik”
VibroChecker, the app from Ace Controls, U.S. subsidiary of ACE Stoßdämpfer GmbH, has won a prize at the “automation app awards 2014″. The prize awarded by the German special interest magazine”elektrotechnik – Expertenwissen in der Automation” went to the free software from ACE in the “engineering-app” category. The software turns an iPhone into a measuring […]
International Fluid Power Society announces its 2015 president
The International Fluid Power Society (IFPS) has announced that Marti Wendel, CFPE, CFPS, CFPCC Curtiss-Wright Sprague Products, was elected the 55th president of IFPS during its annual meeting in Charleston, S.C. Wendel will take office in January 2015. Wendel has served as IFPS vice president of education, as the Fluid Power Educational Foundation (FPEF)’s chair […]
Piab ejector system enhances pick up speed and minimizes damage
Piab’s piCOMPACT range is the first manifold-mounted and functional ejector system on the market based on the energy-efficient COAX technology. By working at low feed pressure and maximizing the usage rate of the compressed air, the COAX ejectors reduce energy consumption for manufacturers while increasing productivity and reliability. Products in the piCOMPACT range are ideal […]
Diaphragm pumps drive printed electronics manufacturing
KNF Neuberger’s diaphragm liquid and gas micro pumps deliver optimal performance in printed electronics manufacturing. For example, models NF5 and NF30 micro liquid pumps, and NMP830 micro gas pumps provide high flowrate and design flexibility, in combination with a micro footprint. Additionally, these pumps also offer a long product life, thanks to flow path material […]
Fabco-Air releases vane style rotary actuator line
Fabco-Air, Inc. announced the launch of the FRB Series Rotary Actuators. The FRB Series is a Vane Style Rotary Actuator. This product was designed to offer actuator rotation in the tightest of spaces. The ultra compact, Pancake design is available in 4 different models (10, 15, 20, and 30 mm). Standard rotation angles are 90°, […]
