The Airpel -Air Bearing provides force without friction, which is made possible by a stainless steel piston that is fitted to a borosilicate glass cylinder. The introduction of pressurized air into the air bearing’s cylinder creates a true air bearing airflow effect around the piston.With as little as 5 PSI of air applied to the […]
Piab acquires Kenos and grips new market
Piab has acquired Italian-based Kenos, a company in the market of large area vacuum grippers. Kenos designs and manufactures gripping systems used in various applications e.g. packaging, wood, food etc. Piab and Kenos have complementary product offerings and the combination will enable accelerated growth through cross-selling. Both companies are recognized for a leading technology platform […]
Piston and cylinder sets offer unmatched capabilities
Airpot has a new line adaptable piston and cylinder sets. Constructed using a graphite piston borosilicate glass cylinder combination in which each piston is selectively matched to fit the cylinder with extremely close clearances. They have low friction, responding to forces as low as only a few grams and pressures less than 0.2 psi. Starting and running […]
Non-stiction cylinders offer precise position sensing
Airpot Corporation has added a position sensing option to its popular line of Airpel non-stiction air cylinder actuators. The company offers non-contact electronic switching sensors from Sick, Inc. using state-of-the-art GMR technology. The addition of GMR sensing technology to the Airpel non-stiction cylinder line offers OEM designers an easy-to-install, secure, and reliable solution. For customers desiring […]
Optional added features for the piCOMPACT23 now available
Improved and intelligent blow-off functions, a split unit design, and a self-adhesion control feature are a few of the new added extras on offer in Piab’s premium piCOMPACT23 vacuum generator platform. This range of proprietary and patented added features, which also includes IO-Link communication, has the potential to provide optimal vacuum generation for every application. […]
FIPA develops flexible, cost-effective vacuum gripper solution for repacking application
FIPA Inc., recently designed and installed an alternative package handling solution for PCA Roboter- und Verpackungstechnik GmbH, which has specialized in powerful, innovative palletizing and packing systems for more than 20 years. Challenged to efficiently remove filled cardboard boxes weighing up to 44lbs. and ranging from 9.5” to 14” in length and 8.5” to 9.5” […]
EXAIR’s Efficiency Lab tests and compares blowoff products
EXAIRs Efficiency Lab has been designed to help companies evaluate the efficiency of their current blowoff products such as air nozzles, air knives and air guns. Companies can ship these items to EXAIR where one of our qualified engineers will perform tests using calibrated, NIST traceable testing equipment. The performance of the supplied product (air […]
Master Pneumatic provides some BIG AIR!
Need more flow from your standard regulator? Most pilot operated regulators do not have 3” ports, so the majority of users are required to use two 2” regulators in parallel. Master Pneumatic took this problem and created a solution by designing the PR300-24. This unique pilot operated regulator was designed for those applications, with flow […]
Acro introduces affordable line of pneumatic pinch valves
Bimba, an industry-leading innovator of pneumatic, hydraulic and electric motion solutions, and Acro Associates, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Bimba, today announced the release of the Model 600 series pneumatic pinch valves. These newly-designed units offer customers more choices, enhanced performance and greater affordability across a broad range of market segments and applications, especially those […]
New 2380 series WOB-L versatile pressure/vacuum pump
Thomas announces the launch of the 2380 series twin WOB-L piston oil-less air compressor. The 2380 series air compressors are designed for pressure/vacuum and high flow, with suitability for a range of applications including medical, dental, industrial packaging/printing, and environmental in pond aeration. The 2380 provides 100 psi (6.9 bar) max pressure with open flow […]