Materials & Handling

Articles • August 9, 2022 • William Leventon

Chip muncher

The MunchMan by Jorgensen Conveyor and Filtration Solutions takes an aggressive approach to chip conveying and eliminating the dreaded bird's nest.

Products • August 3, 2022

PermaClean, FlexForce and Will-fill

The PermaClean Filtration System eliminates sludge build up by adding optional agitation to the coolant collection tank. FlexForce is a high-pressure coolant system that dramatically outperforms ordinary flood systems. Will-fill combines automatic volume measurement and metalworking fluid analysis with faultless filling, permanent conditioning and timely reporting to provide worry-free coolant care.

Products • July 13, 2022

Line Vac Air Operated Conveyors

In situations where the Line Vac requires a specific flange mounting option, EXAIR can accommodate. Locations requiring custom mounting holes, brackets or inlet positions are possible. For applications where stock aluminum, or 303 and 316 stainless steel won't work, alternate materials like PVDF, OVC or PTFE can be utilized. Even in extreme environments, EXAIR can produce both heavy duty or high temperature iterations to handle even the toughest material or conditions.

Articles • February 1, 2022 • William Leventon

Double-duty loader

This multipallet loader from Fastems handles payloads up to 1,000 kg, can load machine tools directly and act as an APC.

News • December 14, 2021

World robotics report sees sales rise again

The World Robotics 2021 Industrial Robots report shows a record of 3 million industrial robots operating in factories around the world – an increase of 10%.

Articles • December 6, 2021 • Connor Benedict

Get a grip

Custom grippers can solve unique challenges when handling parts.

Products • November 19, 2021

MLS Series Wheeled Load Skates

Limited space and minimal headroom are typical challenges when moving equipment. The MLS-Series is compact. It's low-height design is ideal for minimal lift heights and to accommodate limited clearance above loads. It's also versatile. The MLSS models provides good directional movement. Meanwhile the MLSR models feature 360-degree movement ideal for tight spaces.

Products • November 19, 2021

EVO-P Pump-Per-Point Synchronous Lift System

As a Pump-Per-Point system, the EVO-P features individual hydraulic pumps for each lifting point. This reduces distance from pump to cylinder, minimizing hose lengths and risk of leaks. The hydraulic pumps are two-stage, which are ideal for fast retraction and repetitive operations.

Products • October 6, 2021

Custom Modifications for Standard Rollers and Bumpers

The products can be custom modified in various dimensions, shapes and sizes to meet the specific application requirements. For example, the outside diameter (O.D.) of a roller could be turned down, or a bumper of a certain width could be produced. These modifications eliminate the typical design and production time necessary for a custom roller or bumper to be tooled up and molded.

Products • October 1, 2021

Auto-Take Up System

the PRAB Auto-Take Up automatically monitors tension using load cells on chain conveyors, including steel belt conveyors, drag conveyors, the PRAB ScrapVeyor, and more. The system is wired to a PLC control panel, which monitors tension and automatically tightens the belt to eliminate manual adjustments and downtime. It can be added to new conveyors or retrofitted onto existing models. If retrofitted onto an existing conveyor, the system can be operated using that conveyor's original control panel. Automatic adjustments can be scheduled to be completed during low production times or shift changes.

Products • September 1, 2021

CP-20 and TP-25 Suspended Permanent Magnets

Eriez now offers CP-20 and TP-25 Suspended Permanent Magnets as part of the company's Quick Ship program. Models in the line are available in both self-cleaning and manual cleaning designs. Manual clean magnets include a drawer type stripper plate and cable sling suspension. All models are simple to install and require no power, keeping operating costs low with no interruptions in service.

Products • August 26, 2021

Xtreme Rare Earth+ and Rare Earth+ Plate Magnets

Eriez Xtreme Rare Earth+ and Rare Earth+ magnetic plates offer a superior holding force in a smaller footprint than conventional magnets. These advanced separators create a magnetic field so powerful that wash-off is virtually eliminated, making them ideal for shallow burdens in applications where fine magnetic particles can cause product contamination.