The problem The military had an issue with shooting accuracy due to soldiers training on machine guns without live ammunition. They complained of having experienced very different sensations when firing live rounds, because they were not used to the noise and feel during practice. The military needed a responsive solenoid valve manufacture to expedite the […]
Electro-Matic completes purchase of RAF Automation
Electro-Matic Ventures Inc., a supplier of high-technology automation components and services, announced that it has acquired RAF Fluid Power, a provider of advanced automation with a focus on pneumatic and robotic solutions, located near Cleveland in Solon, Ohio. This is the first acquisition for Electro-Matic Ventures, which has three other subsidiaries: Electro-Matic Products, Electro-Matic Integrated, and […]
Ingersoll Rand to debut breakthrough technologies at ComVac
Ingersoll Rand will debut some of its new, breakthrough technologies and services at ComVac (Booth #C12, Hall 26). Experts will also be available to discuss the latest products and services that are redefining reliability: Next Generation R-Series 200-250kW Rotary Screw Compressors The Next Generation R-Series RS200 to RS250 oil-flooded rotary screw models will debut on the […]
Day 3 of IFPE: Talking about manufacturing service options
I had the chance to talk with Bob Mosey of Moseys, a precision manufacturer that specializes in providing manufacturing services for a lot of different OEMs, including those in the hydraulic and pneumatic industries. “We can take a part from concept through final production and into final packaging if the customer wishes, so it’s a pretty wide […]
CCEFP, the NFPA and fluid power head to Capitol Hill
CCEFP and NFPA, and several industry supporters, visited Capitol Hill on February 27-28, 2017 to promote the proposed Commercial Off-Road Vehicle R&D Program through the Vehicle Technology Office within the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). This program is important because: • commercial off-road market consumes 8% of total transportation energy, larger than either marine or […]
Top reasons to visit NFPA at IFPE next week
Set-up has already begun for IFPE 2017, and NFPA will once again have a strong presence at the March 7-11 show. While the show provides the perfect opportunity for companies to showcase their specialties and for industry leaders and engineers to learn more about the newest innovations, it also offers NFPA members several opportunities to […]
Auburn Systems to announce new velocity measurement solution at IFPE
The International Fluid Power Exposition will bring professionals fluid power, power transmission and motion control industries from around the world together in Las Vegas from 7-11 March 2017. Attendees will have the opportunity for a sneak peek into an evolving set of instrumentation and control technologies that are likely to disrupt traditional powder and bulk […]
Vacuum tooling system offers secure global grip in automation
Highly versatile and cost-effective, Piab’s Modular Automation Tooling system PMAT is available across the globe, helping manufacturers to realize secure, flexible and adjustable vacuum gripper/fixture tools for their assembly lines. Machined from high quality anodized aluminum alloy, PMAT is lightweight and easy to assemble on site without welding or special tools. It offers multiple mounting […]
Digital gauge monitors pressure the easy way
The new Ashcroft DG25 digital pressure gauge provides a 5 full digit LCD in ranges up to 1600 bar. Available in accuracies of 0.5% and 0.25% FS, this new design boasts a minimum battery life of 2000 hours. Standard features include an IP67 enclosure, selectable units of measure, a 20-segment bar graph indicator, min-max, tare […]
Aventics focusing on partner country of Poland for Hannover Messe 2017
Experts all over the world feel that Poland’s economy, in particular its industry, will see above-average growth over the next few years. A study published by consultant firm McKinsey in 2015 reveals significant potential for expanding the strong Polish food industry. Numerous Polish companies are currently investing in the production of milk products, frozen foods, and […]