Piab has launched a variety of new parts specifically designed for the piGRIP suction cup, the first modular suction cup on the market. Available in three diameters, the new piGRIP Bag Lip has been developed to handle bags and pouches more efficiently than any other available suction cup on the market.
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Bimba unveils new website, customer tools
Bimba Manufacturing has debuted a new website, featuring an updated look and improved functionality. The redesign includes state-of-the-art technical features, reorganized and updated content, and rich multimedia applications.
High-tech spider is suitable for hazardous missions
Spiders are very agile, and some can even jump. Researchers have now designed a mobile robot modeled on the same principle that moves spider legs. Created using a 3D printing process, this lightweight robot can explore terrain that is beyond human reach. Enviably agile and purposeful, the mobile robot makes its way through grounds rendered […]
Fluid power energy efficiency conference is a hit
Jon Jensen of SMC, Immediate Past President of the International Fluid Power Society, opened up the first Energy Efficient Hydraulics and Pneumatics Conference at the Sheraton Chicago O’Hare Airport Hotel on Tuesday. Jensen explained that the registered attendance was 107, an excellent showing for a first-time event.
Hygienically safe pneumatic drives suitable for food/beverage use
Self-adjusting cushioning PPS from Festo Corp. means an end to time consuming adjustments when setting the correct cushioning with hygienic pneumatic cylinders.
Year-on-year fluid power industry shipments up 16.7%, says NFPA
The latest data published by the National Fluid Power Association shows industry shipments of fluid power products for September 2011 increased 16.7% compared to September 2010, and decreased 6.0% compared to last month.
Proper design requires knowledge of valve types
Valves used in the medical device industry are designed with precise specifications so they are compatible with the requirements of the applications. Meanwhile, valves used in factory automation are designed to work within specific safety regulations. Every project has unique requirements and choosing the best pneumatic valve design for your application will provide optimum results.
New line of stainless steel shock absorbers from Ace Controls
ACE Controls has introduced its new line of V4A high-quality stainless steel industrial shock absorbers for long life applications.
Compact rescue robot climbs onto the stage
The Compact Rescue Robot, represents applications in the 100W to 1 kW range, roughly human scale applications.
A video tour of Clippard’s updated 3D parts catalog
Editorial Director Paul J. Heney takes users on a quick tour of Clippard Instrument Lab’s expanded 3D catalog on the TraceParts website. He shows engineers how they can easily view and manipulate 3D drawings of different pneumatic parts from the Clippard catalog.