Caldwell Custom Lifting Device for Cryomodule Assembly
Rockford-based The Caldwell Group Inc. has manufactured a customized lifting device that is being used during assembly of cryomodules at the Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory (Fermilab) in Batavia, in its home state of Illinois, U.S. The project was awarded to Caldwell distributor John Sakash Company Inc., also of Illinois. The process requires precision assembly apparatus, as Fermilab builds...
Read More »
Self-Propelled Mobile Manipulator improves safety, efficacy.
Installed on RBC-6000-SPBW Reversible Boom Crane, manipulator with gripper handles and articulates large items. Axes consist of lift, extend, pitch, roll and grip (2,000 lb max), and lift from ground level height to 12 ft. Addition of yaw axis and powered mast rotation increases total functions to 7. Ranges are 130° for pitch axis, 180° for roll axis, and 90° to left and 90° to right...
Read More »
FIPA's Latest Custom Lifting and Gripping Solution Enables Safe, Efficient, and Cost-Conscious Palletizing
Combining standard specialized components, FIPA’s latest custom material handling solution spares employees from manually handling 5 – 10 tons daily, proving that even small companies can afford to improve throughput, efficiency, employee health CARY, N.C. — FIPA Inc., a leading manufacturer of advanced vacuum technology, gripper systems, air nippers, tube lifters, and End-of-Arm-Tooling...
Read More »
Gehl V400 Skid Loader Wins Rental-® Editor's Choice Award for 2014
WEST BEND, WISCONSIN – The Gehl V400 Skid Loader has been selected as one of Rental's 2014 Editor's Choice Award winners. These awards are based on several factors, including; ease of use, high productivity, profitability and innovation. The V400 was chosen as one of 25 products that have been proven in the rental industry. Gehl is honored to receive the RentalÃ-® Editor's Choice Award for...
Read More »
Nylon Washers for Your Automotive Applications
This ebook provides an overview of nylon washers in the automotive industry.
Read More »Boart Longyear(TM) Releases New Safety Tooling to Combat Hand Injuries
SALT LAKE CITY -- Boart Longyear(TM) (www.boartlongyear.com, ASX:BLY), the world's leading integrated drilling products and services provider, has developed two new products to combat hand injuries on the job: the Rod Lifter and the Split Tube Loader. Safety is our number one concern at Boart Longyear, and the development of our new Rod Lifter and Split Tube Loader is evidence of that, said Kent...
Read More »
Pneumatic Vacuum Lifter prevents damage to cylindrical loads.
Featuring rectangular suction pads that adjust to curvature of top surface, VPFL Air-Powered Vacuum Lifter lets one person handle cylindrical loads of up to 2,000 lb without blocking, chains, and slings. Full lengthwise support prevents bending and sagging, while 2 alignment guides facilitate attachment. Ergonomic, below-the-hook lifter also offers adjustable handlebar to accommodate loads of...
Read More »
Steel Sheet Handling Made Easy
The Schmalz VacuMaster Vario crane-operated vacuum lifting device helps to achieve more safety and efficiency in steel sheet handling. Complete vacuum lifting device including the integrated vacuum pump and 14 sliding, spring-mounted suction plates for attaching to the crane. The steel work company Haist, based in Baiersbronn-Mitteltal in Germany's Black Forest region, was able to streamline its...
Read More »
Vacuum Clamping System aids wooden workpiece handling.
To assist technicians in workshops as well as fitters on construction sites, mobile Multi-Clamp VC-M clamps workpieces that can then be worked on from 5 sides without obstruction. Complete system offers Multi-Base for individual fixing of workpieces in all positions, and tension forces up to 1,500 N ensure safe handling. Available versions include Multi-Clamp vacuum plate VC-M-P, which includes...
Read More »
Vacuum Lifter features redundant vacuum systems.
Featuring all-welded steel construction, fail-safe Dual Circuit Vacuum Lifter is powered by 2 independent vacuum system circuits, including check valves for each, 2 separate reservoirs, and filters. Unit is custom built in capacities to 60,000 lb and features hand-replaceable quick-change ring vacuum sealing cups. Powered by either compressed air or electric vacuum pumps, lifter is designed for...
Read More »
Universal Vacuum Gripper lifts boxes, pails, and pallets.
CVG series combines multi-stage vacuum generator, integrated vacuum check-valves, vacuum gauge, and foam gripper mat into one aluminum housing that comes in 4 lengths from 400-1,200 mm. Multi-stage generator comes in 4 interchangeable sizes, making it possible for user to configure vacuum gripper to meet porosity and surface quality requirements of products to be gripped. Due to integral...
Read More »
560 and 572 Series IP67 Waterproof Inline Plug and Socket Connectors with Shock and Vibration Resistance
EDAC's new line of IP67 waterproof plug and socket connectors represent the cutting edge of waterproof connection technology. Part of the 560 and 572 series of connectors, they utilize innovative design concepts to deliver a level of performance and value that is unmatched in the industry. See our video to learn more.
Read More »
