Modular Pallet System can retrofit to any machining center.
Used at 5-axis VMCs and/or 400 mm HMCs, Automatic Flexible Pallet System is adaptable to new or existing machines and allows for unattended, automatic exchange of pallets in seconds. Standard system includes 4 pallet stations, one rotating pallet set-up station, linear guided automated pallet delivery system, touch screen system controller, and four 20 in. dia cast iron or aluminum pallets....
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SENNEBOGEN Green Line Highlights Safety and Comfort at ISRI
CHARLOTTE, NC - Each year since 2001, the annual ISRI conference and exhibition has represented a big step forward in the greening of America's scrap industry, and 2007 is no exception. ISRI has been chosen as the venue for the North American launch of SENNEBOGEN's new D-Series models of green line material handling machines plus an updated design for its unique 305 Multihandler. As SENNEBOGEN...
Read More »Manipulator eliminates need for electronic press braking.
Brake Press Plate Handler balances load of heavy metal plate while allowing the plate to bend. Product comes with end effector that picks up plate from stack, puts it into press, and sets it down in finished stack, without releasing plate, even while bending occurs. Allowing handles to stay at ergonomic height during bend process, handlebars enable operator to remain in control of manipulator and...
Read More »Rotating Drum/Bulk Bag Filler Plays Role in Quality of Surfactant Packaging at BASF
WASHINGTON, NJ -- Chemicals producer BASF Corp. recently upgraded the packaging of surfactants with two key additions to its manufacturing plant. One was a purpose-built room designed for greater cleanliness and control in loading surfactants in drums or bulk bags prior to shipping. The other was installation of a rotating drum and bulk bag filler from Flexicon Corp., Bethlehem, PA, that...
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Metal Stamping and Forming for Your Automotive Applications
Check out this white paper to learn about the advantages of metal stamping over other forming techniques for automotive parts.
Read More »Olympus and Hamamatsu Sign Distribution Agreement
Center Valley, PA, April 16, 2007- Olympus America Inc. has signed an agreement with Hamamatsu Corporation for distribution of the Nanozoomer Digital Pathology system in the United States and Canada. The Nanozoomer is a virtual microscopy system that quickly delivers automated, high throughput slide scanning with outstanding image quality. Olympus offers a comprehensive family of imaging-based...
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Handling Module permits mechanical movements up to 120 cpm.
Programmable in both horizontal and vertical axes, Weiss HP pick and place handling module is reusable for different applications. Product is directly driven by dynamic linear motors and its linear guidance system uses recirculating, linear ball bearings. Unit also includes integrated overload protection and lubrication system.
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Motorized Hand Pallet Truck helps reduce operator fatigue.
Built to withstand harsh working environments, B60ZAC and B80ZAC Series Walkies/Riders are available in optional double and triple pallet fork lengths and feature AC Traction Control System that addresses torque, pace-setting travel speeds, and acceleration. Energy efficiency feature, actuated by operator, enables truck to operate longer between battery changes, and Power Assist Steer option...
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Lifting Attachment enables pallet handling by 1 person.
Anver VT-PLA Pallet Lifting Attachment fits VT-series tube lifters to let 1 person lift and stack multiple pallets using vacuum up/down controls. Unit features lightweight aluminum extruded forks with adjustable balance point fitting pallets up to 48 sq in. Interchangeable with adjustable quick-connect vacuum pad attachments, device includes built-in handle controls, vacuum gauge, and 360Ã-º...
Read More »Para-Flite Successfully Flies World's Largest Parachute
YUMA, Ariz., Dec. 4 -- Para-Flite Inc, a world leader in parachute technology, has successfully completed a test drop with a new self-guided cargo delivery system consisting of the largest ram air parachute ever flown. The system, called the MegaFly, can carry over 26,000 lbs of cargo and is intended to delivery supplies to military units. After being dropped at altitudes as high as 25,000 feet,...
Read More »Modular Track provides 50-500 kg payload capacity.
Designed to compliment QuickStick(TM) Linear Synchronous Motor technology, MagneMoverÃ-® DB 1.0 features 1.0 m turn radius, double-bogie vehicle approach for negotiating curves and merge/diverge points, and magnetic switching, which allows for instantaneous switching without mechanical actuation. Queuing, position sensing, and motion control are handled electro-magnetically through software....
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TPA Motion Introduces Industry's First Compact Robotic Positioner for Medical Devices
TPA Motion's microplate handling robots are designed specifically for medical instruments and lab automation devices. Check out the video to learn more.
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