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Pneumatic grippers for cobots

January 31, 2018 By Mike Santora Leave a Comment

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By Walt Hessler Edited by Mike Santora The simple definition of the word collaboration is: “The action of working with someone to produce or create something.” This is the exact purpose of a Collaborative Robot, or cobot. Cobots are typically power and force limiting. The robot can feel abnormal forces in its path and may […]

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OEM Drop-In Cylinder Optimax Series OCG now available in metric design

March 19, 2015 By Mike Santora Leave a Comment

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PHD, Inc. is pleased to release a new metric design of its Optimax Series OCG Round Body Pneumatic Cylinder. Built on the foundation of long-life products for industrial automation, PHD Optimax actuators are designed to meet machine builders’ performance requirements at a competitive price. These economical, efficient, and reliable actuators provide an alternative choice to PHD’s standard “built-toorder” product line, delivering even more […]

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PHD releases 2 OEM-targeted drop-in replacement actuators

November 24, 2014 By Jennifer Calhoon Leave a Comment

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PHD, Inc. revolutionized pneumatic actuators with the innovative Tom Thumb® Cylinder over 55 years ago. Today, PHD is setting the standard in industrial automation actuators with Optimax®, a product line that broadens PHD’s range of product offerings and provides machine builders and end users with more choices. Built on the foundation of long-life products for […]

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Fort Wayne Manufacturing Company to Expand Huntington Facility

April 23, 2014 By Paul Heney Leave a Comment

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PHD, Inc., a manufacturer and supplier of industrial automation components, announced plans to expand operations in their Huntington, Ind. facility, creating up to 22 new jobs by 2017. Headquartered in Fort Wayne, Ind., PHD is investing $4.18 million to equip its 76,000 square-foot production facility in Huntington. Multi-axis CNC equipment will be installed in the […]

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PHD Unveils New Industries Section on phdinc.com

November 12, 2013 By Pneumatics Editor Leave a Comment

PHD, Inc., a manufacturer of actuators for industrial automation, introduces a new section on its website. To better serve website visitors, phdinc.com now offers the ability to learn how PHD’s automation products are typically used in specific manufacturing and industrial industries. The new “Industries” section assists visitors in finding both standard and unique products that […]

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PHD Releases New Parallel Pneumatic Gripper

November 1, 2013 By Pneumatics Editor Leave a Comment

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PHD, Inc., a manufacturer of actuators for industrial automation, introduces a new series of parallel pneumatic grippers. Series GRH Parallel Pneumatic Grippers are available in four sizes that provide long jaw travel while accommodating long tooling lengths. Their design incorporates an extended support guide system with wide slot jaws to minimize tooling deflection, support large […]

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PHD Releases Compact Precision Angular Pneumatic Gripper

April 15, 2013 By Stacy Combest Leave a Comment

PHD, Inc. introduces the new Series GRV Compact Precision Angular Pneumatic Gripper. Modeled after the highly successful Series GRA Parallel Gripper, the Series GRV is a compact, rugged precision gripper available in four sizes that can support large moment capacities and long tooling lengths. The combination of design and features makes the GRV a superior […]

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PHD Inc’s Series 190/191 Parallel Pneumatic Gripper

September 12, 2012 By Pneumatics Editor Leave a Comment

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PHD Inc. created a compact gripper with two jaw styles for handling small objects in confined spaces, the Series 190 and 191 Parallel Pneumatic Grippers. The Series 190 and 191 Parallel Pneumatic Grippers are suitable for various applications across many industries such as bearing manufacturing, batteries, medical, vehicle lighting equipment, light bulb manufacturing and assembly […]

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PHD Series GRM1 Miniature Clamp delivers 225 lb of clamp force

July 17, 2012 By Pneumatics Editor Leave a Comment

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PHD (www.phdinc.com) offers a light-weight, compact clamp that boasts a total clamp force of up to 225 lb — the Series GRM1 Miniature Clamp. Weighing less than 1 pound, this cost-competitive clamp features a proven cam-design technology that locks the jaws in the closed position to ensure part retention in case air pressure is lost […]

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PHD Pneumatic Rotary Actuators cater to various applications

June 28, 2012 By Pneumatics Editor Leave a Comment

PHD, Inc. (www.phdinc.com) offers a number of pneumatic rotary actuators that cater to the needs of various applications. Among them are the RF, RL and RA Series of Pneumatic Rotary Actuators. Available in 14 mm, 20 mm and 25 mm bore sizes, the Series RF Pneumatic Rotary Actuators offer a standard rotation of 180° while […]

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