Today, innovations for vacuum-based applications in laboratories, analytics and research and development are the drivers for a healthier and safer life. Modern vacuum technology must therefore offer cleanliness, low noise and sustainability in daily operation. With a vacuum portfolio developed in line with this requirement profile, Leybold presents its innovations at the leading Analytica trade fair from April10 to 13 […]
Vacuums
Software allows for making 3D-printed customized bag grippers
Piab’s new Customizable Bag Gripper (CBG) design tool is a unique software program that allows customers to design/configure world-class and lightweight vacuum grippers for perfect handling of bags and pouches weighing up to 4.4 lb. Optimally designed vacuum gripper tools for best-in-class grip on specific bags or pouches can be realized within two minutes. ” […]
piSMART elevates packaging to Industry 4.0
Elevating packaging lines to the intelligence levels promised by Industry 4.0, Piab is introducing piSMART versions of its most advanced vacuum technology products. Focused on maximized productivity and energy-efficiency, piSMART vacuum equipment places new cloud-based analysis tools in the hands of operators. Building on intelligent features already available in some of Piab’s vacuum equipment, piSMART […]
Smart compressor/vacuum pump from Thomas gives users design options
Gardner Denver Thomas has released its latest new product development—the 2320Z series compressor/vacuum pump. This new platform is ideal for the O2 concentrator market, but because of its higher maximum rated pressure and vacuum capability, is also an excellent choice for other medical or laboratory applications. It incorporates advanced design and patent-pending technologies as well […]
Leybold to present vacuum portfolio at ANUGA FoodTec
At the leading trade fair Anuga FoodTec in Cologne, Leybold will present its vacuum technologies for the food processing and packaging industry from the 20th to the 23rd March 2018. The efficient solutions of the vacuum supplier are used worldwide. In a wide variety of applications, the pumps, systems and measuring devices of this long-established company make a […]
Mini vacuum pump from COVAL saves up to 60-97% on energy use
After the launch of the LEM, a new generation mini vacuum module integrating in a smaller size all the functions of the vacuum pump, COVAL has entered a new phase with its LEMAX mini vacuum pump. Emphasis with this new product is on energy saving through continuous monitoring and regulation. At the heart of this […]
Expanded piFLOWp offers wet-in-place function
Ensuring a safer working environment in food and pharmaceutical processing plants, Wet-In-Place (WIP) functionality has been added to Piab’s popular piFLOWp vacuum conveyors. WIP spray nozzles are now available for inclusion/retrofitting in new and existing piFLOWp conveying systems. The water sprayed by the WIP nozzles will wet any dust from food or pharmaceutical materials left […]
Non marking, high temperature resistant vacuum pads
As most of the COVAL product, the SITON material was created due to clients’ request. The cosmetic industry needs non-marking suction pads, along with a capacity to resist high temperatures. Once the product is developed and tested, it was not by surprise that COVAL observed in addition to SITON’s high temperature resistance, it offered a high resistance […]
Smart vacuum-handling regulation boosts productivity
Feedback in a vacuum-handling system limits product damage and energy consumption. By Josef Karbassi, Vice President Automation Division, Piab AB, Täby, Sweden It goes without saying that optimized systems are the most productive. But optimizing an automated, vacuum-based handling system that must deal with a variety of products and operating conditions is no simple task. […]
Custom suction cup picks brittle lasagna sheets
Piab is introducing a suction cup specifically designed to handle thin and brittle food items such as the sheets of pasta used in lasagna or very thin slices of cracker bread. A tailor-made solution, the food contact approved F-BXT cup is designed with an extra-long and thin lip enabling it to handle fragile pasta sheets […]