DE-STA-CO to Present Innovations in Workholding and Automation at IMTS 2006
Madison Heights, Michigan, June 7, 2006 - DE-STA-CO will be showcasing new additions to its broad line of workholding and automation solutions at IMTS 2006. The company's booth, E-2077, will offer attendees a wealth of knowledge on maximizing the efficiency and productivity of their operations.
Those interested in automation of processes will find a large selection of flexible solutions from DE-STA-CO Robohand. The company's base slides, block thrusters, thruster slides, grippers and other components all incorporate DirectConnect(TM) technology, which allows for quick and easy connectivity without the use of adaptor plates. This technology provides for virtually any motion, using up to four axes.
Additionally, the vast product selection incorporating DirectConnect allows for a virtually unlimited number of configurations. By working with DE-STA-CO's experts, manufacturers can create automation systems perfectly matched to their specific operations. Each order of a modular automation system comes with a complete electronic documentation package that includes an applications worksheet, 2-dimension drawing, 3D CAD models, catalog datasheets and other valuable information.
The DPW series of wide body parallel gripper will be among the DirectConnect products featured at IMTS. The DPW series was designed with reliability in mind, with a rugged construction capable of withstanding over 10 million cycles. The jaws are supported throughout the length of the gripper body, making the new series well suited for long finger applications.
The DPL series of parallel grippers was created to be used in confined spaces. These models combine long strokes with high grip force that is enabled by two simultaneously double-acting pistons. The DPL series comes in six styles with strokes ranging from 1.57" to 5.51" and a grip force of 161 lbs. to 403 lbs. at 100 psi.
DE-STA-CO's DTH series of 3-jaw shielded grippers are ideal for a wide range of machining applications. Built to perform in harsh manufacturing environments, these grippers feature a shielded design, multiple strokes per size, and corrosion-resistant hardware. Additionally, the compact design allows for use of the DTH series in confined application spaces.
In the area of workholding, DE-STA-CO will showcase the new 2000 series of horizontal hold down clamps. The 2000 series produces 60% more holding capacity than previous models and possesses a new ergonomic design that minimizes the risk of worker injury. Furthermore, by integrating a low pivot point, the 2000 series provides a perpendicular clamping force, avoiding dragging the point of contact over the part or material being clamped.
DE-STA-CO will also be unveiling innovative new models of pneumatic clamps, in addition to displaying a wide variety of existing standard-setting products. Also, for the first time, DE-STA-CO has brought together all of its workholding components to be listed in a single catalog, simplifying the process of identifying and ordering products.
DE-STA-CO, a Dover Company, is a worldwide leader in the innovation, design, manufacture and support of clamping, gripping, transfer and robotic tooling solutions for workplace and automation needs. The company is committed to the Team DE-STA-CO philosophy, a progressive approach to doing business that focuses on providing consistent, standard-setting service and products to every customer, regardless of geographic location.
For more information on DE-STA-CO Robohand automation products, please call 1-800-ROBOHAND or e-mail custserv@robohand.com.
For more information on DE-STA-CO workholding products please call 1-888-DESTACO or e-mail cust.serv@destaco.com.
Please visit www.destaco.com for information on all DE-STA-CO products, or contact John Bubnikovich, Marketing Communications Manager at 248.397.6700.
