Parallel Gripper exerts 50 lb of grip force.

Parallel Gripper exerts 50 lb of grip force.

DirectConnect(TM) gib-style Parallel Gripper features 1-piece body, which can be mounted to linear slide on top or side without use of adapter plates. Tapped air ports on front and both sides are standard. Top air ports with counterbores for O-ring manifold operation and threads for screw-in type fittings are available. Gripper can be fitted with fingers up to 4 in. long. It offers single jaw...

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Welding Gripper replaces two models with one.

Welding Gripper replaces two models with one.

Model WPG-250 universal, 3-jaw, self-centering gripper has clamping range of .38-15 in. Mountable on any make of positioner, its smooth close/open action uses lever to firmly lock and release workpiece. Ruggedly constructed, unit provides minimal reduction in positioner capacity.

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Grippers offer repeatability of less than 0.0004 in.

Grippers offer repeatability of less than 0.0004 in.

Series MPZ 3-finger concentric grippers provide actuation speeds as fast as 20 ms. Three body sizes range from 30 to 45 mm with strokes between 6 and 10 mm, resulting in grip forces from 60 to 285 N. Spring assist models provide internal or external gripping to enhance grip force and safety in event of air loss. Gripping conditions of open, closed or part present are monitored with magnetic type...

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Gripper System has integrated pump and suction cup.

Gripper System has integrated pump and suction cup.

Vacuum Gripper System, VGS 3010, features polyurethane suction cup and multi-stage air driven vacuum pump integrated in a single unit. System is modularly constructed with replaceable suction cups that grip both porous, leaky materials, such as corrugated as well as coarse and curved surfaces. Suction cups are available in sizes from 1.5 to 4.5 in. dia and system can function at operating...

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Workholding Grippers are available in metric sizes.

Workholding Grippers are available in metric sizes.

Counterbored workholding serrated grippers are available in metric sizes from 12 to 24 mm (round and square) as well as in sizes from Â-½ to 1 in. (square and round). Grippers, offered with coarse, fine, and extra fine tooth patters, are made of tool steel, heat treated to Rc62. They mount utilizing socket head cap screw from serrated-face side and provide holding power with minimum wear on...

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Gripper Kit offers 10 multi-colored grippers.

Gripper Kit offers 10 multi-colored grippers.

Micro Gripper Kit consists of grippers designed to fit 2.54 to 0.8 mm lead pitch surface mount devices. Tips are 1.1 in. long and can be bent 30 deg for hard-to-reach signal probing. Grippers fit standard .025 in. wire wrap leads.

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Actuators and Grippers provide accurate handling of small items.

Small Rotary Actuators offer consistently smooth, cushioned movement and are available in 6 sizes; 2 miniature and 4 compact. They can be adjusted to provide customized angles of rotation. Expected service life is 3 million cycles before servicing or replacement is required. Grippers are fitted with magnetic pistons and are offered in 7 families. Angular and parallel motion versions are available...

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Thin Disc Grippers do not mar disc face.

Thin Disc Grippers do not mar disc face.

Available in 2- and 3-finger configurations, thin disc grippers grasp discs on outside diameter or inside hole to avoid contact with critical surfaces. Operated on plant air, pinch force can be reduced with pressure regulation to handle fragile parts made from glass or plastic. Drive mechanism offers contoured fingers to fit work pieces.

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Fresh Air Intake Designed to Meet ASHRAE 62.2 standards
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Fresh Air Intake Designed to Meet ASHRAE 62.2 standards

Alan Manufacturing has a long history of developing innovative solutions for HVAC applications. With over 1,000 product designs under our belt, we have gained a reputation as the go-to source for HVAC dampers, hardware, duct supports, zone control systems, and much more. Adding to this extensive list of achievements we now announce the release of our new line of Fresh Air Intake products. Designed to meet ASHRAE 62.2 standards, they are the most robust and high-performance product of their kind. See our video to learn more.

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