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New Tools for Automated O-Ring Application

Innovative O-Ring Installation Device Provides Aid to Employers and Employees

AGI, a leading provider of sophisticated automation technologies, releases new robotic tools that automate O-Ring Installation. O-Rings are utilized in many products, including medical devices, tractors, valves, and home appliances. This automation technology can be implemented in innumerable manufacturing industries. Two separate advanced dual motion gripper instruments offer means to position and seal O-rings for fully-automated assembly lines and semi-automated single-station hand assists.

AGI’s O-Ring-Assembly Tools come in two sizes: the AGP-6-OR (which has six jaws) and the AGP-8-OR (which has eight). These pneumatic grippers can accommodate placement applications from 3 to 12 inch I.D. Both are designed to facilitate part ejection and part seating and are perfect for installations where an ejector is needed after the part is positioned, or when a seal needs to be placed down a long shaft.

The most obvious advantages that are inherent to automating traditional manual jobs are related to time and cost reduction. Typically, a partially automated hand-assist station can speed the process of O-Ring application by at least three times. But according to AGI President, Peter Farkas, that is just one of the many advantages of utilizing advanced robotics in this specialized function. O-rings are easily damaged or twisted when mounted manually or with a three-prong device. But, “there is generally far less damage done to the O-Ring itself when installed by a 6 or 8 jaw gripper,” says Mr. Farkas. This is crucial because damaged or incorrectly mounted O-rings can result in failed seals, and ultimately, a faulty product. 

Furthermore, specialists in ergonomics have found that repeated-stress injuries are a leading cause of many ailments, including tendonitis and carpel tunnel syndrome. In addition to worker injury and decreased morale, manufacturing firms suffer soaring medical costs and production losses as a result of these types of injuries. AGI’s O-ring installation tools help to curb such worker injuries and boost the bottom line. 

AGI’s significant investments to their production plant allow them to deliver the O-Ring placement products to customers with little lead time. They can now offer their state-of-the-art technologies at even more aggressive pricing, making available automation technologies to manufacturing plants of all sizes. 

About AGI: AGI supplies a complete range of sophisticated automation products that include parallel grippers, rotary actuators, thrusters, linear actuator slides, mini slides, tool changers, and overload devices. All products are available in imperial and metric versions for flexibility of design for a world market.For more information on this product or AGI, call (203) 459-8345 or visit www.agi-automation.com.

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Swivel unit SRH – Modular is simply better

SCHUNK Inc. introduces the new series of 180° swivel heads SRH. The swivel heads of the new SRH are completely modular in structure and consist of the tried and tested SRU rotary modules combined with two swivel corners, EDF electric feed-throughs, and MDF media feed-throughs. This means precise rotation and long tool life using proven components. Using standard components also means short delivery times and high availability of the components due to minimal spare parts inventory. 

The new SRH series comes in six sizes and twelve torques ranging from 0.9 to 67.8 Nm (0.6 ft-lb to 50 ft-lb). The electric feed-through of the SRH is designed to use digital signals for sensors or simple actuators. Even bus signals can be fed through the unit as an additional option. The EDF feed-throughs ensure considerable greater reliability than the breakage-prone method of routing cables through the center bore of a rotary actuator. 

Even more, the connections of the SRH swivel head are easily accessible and universally equipped with housing connectors or sockets. The media feed-through is directly connected to the mounting surfaces of the swivel head, and both the swivel head itself and the rotating grippers can be supplied with compressed air directly without hoses. This ensures the necessary flexibility for all automation solutions.

SCHUNK Inc.
211 Kitty Hawk Drive
Morrisville, NC 27560
Phone: 919.572.2705 or
800.772.4865
Fax: 919.572.2818
www.schunk.com
info@us.schunk.com

New Combo D-Lux combination timer, drain, ball valve and strainer from Jorc

The Combo D-Lux is an all in one digital timer drain with an integrated ball valve and strainer. The unit offers true digital time cycle programming convenience. The valve reduces installation time and protects against large particles found in condensate. The unit can be shut off from the compressed air system enabling easy and safe maintenance work to be carried out. The COMBO-D-LUX reduces installation time, and eliminates various other components.

Key Features:

• Digital programming up to 99 hours
• Easy digital programming luxury
• Large/high discharge capacity
• Program count-down visibility
• Integrated ball valve and mesh strainer
• Operating presure 0 to 230 psi
• Large (4.0 mm) valve orifice
• Stainless steel inner moving valve parts
• Easy and quick valve servicing
• Test feature
• Suitable for all types of compressed air systems
• Easy maintenance

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Canfield Connector’s 5F and 5J Solenoid Valve Connectors Achieve CSA Approval

Youngstown, Ohio (April, 2008) – Canfield Connector announces that its Industry Standard series 5F and 5J DIN solenoid valve connectors have been awarded to mark Canadian Standards Association approval in Canada and the United States. Virtually indestructible as well as affordable, these rugged yet flexible connectors offer a completely molded design for superior environmental integrity over field wire versions. 

The 5F and 5J features include captive screw and molded in gasket with the assembly so there’s nothing to lose. Low profile straight line or right angle configurations allow for installation in many limited space applications. The 5F and 5J connectors are available in ISO, Mini, 8mm, and 9.4mm sizes, with or without indicator light, and 6’ or 15’ standard wire lengths; custom wire lengths and hard usage (STO) cable are also available. 

Canfield Connector 5F and 5J valves are proudly manufactured in the U.S.A. to ISO 9001:2000 with design specifications to the highest quality standards. Complete product specifications can be found at www.canfieldconnector.com or by calling Bob Howard at 330-758-8299 x 122.

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Vacuum Check Valves from ANVER

Vacuum Check Valves Provide 4x Better Pump Flow Rate

A full line of leak-proof, one-way vacuum check valves that are designed to optimize vacuum pump performance in a wide range of material handling systems is available from ANVER Corporation of Hudson, Massachusetts.

ANVER CheckVac™ Valves are made from a seamless, one-piece aluminum body and feature a plastic valve element with a specially tempered stainless steel spring and an O-ring seal. Unlike pressure check valves which have a stiffer spring and were designed for compressed-air, this vacuum system check valve provides up to a 4x better flow rate for optimum performance.

Eliminating the major source of flow restriction in most vacuum systems, ANVER CheckVac™ Valves have increased flow rates permitting the use of smaller vacuum pumps in many applications. Offering low cracking pressure and a smooth bore, these leak-proof check valves come in 1/4" thru 2” NPT sizes and are spring loaded to operate in any orientation.

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NEW! 40, 50, and 63mm Series SxL/SxH sizes are now available from PHD

Series SxL/SxH Slides feature a compact cantilever design and are available in nine sizes to accommodate a wide range of applications. Two bearing types are available in most sizes with travel lengths up to 8 inches. Units are standard with high capacity internal and external shock pads for noise and impact reduction.

NEW! 40, 50, and 63mm sizes are now available. Units offer high capacity TC composite bearings with oversize shafts providing exceptional load and KE stopping capacity.

Advantages: Compact, high load capacity, nine sizes, robust, long life

PHD

“KG Series,” a new air cylinder/valve actuator product line that is designed with robustness in mind…

A complete range of bore sizes enables the KG Series to be a problem solver in almost every desirable valve actuator application…
Numatics is pleased to announce the introduction of the new KG Series air cylinder/valve actuator product line. The KG Series is a line that is designed and built to excel in the most challenging applications. Furthermore, the product line encompasses many value-added features and benefits that you expect from a Numatics cylinder.

Additionally, aluminum tubes are standard on 1-1/2" – 8" bore cylinders (with the exception of 7" bore). The aluminum tube is hard coat anodized. The hard coating is an electro-chemical process, which produces a very dense surface of aluminum oxide. This surface has extreme hardness (60 RC.), excellent wear and corrosion resistance, and low coefficient of friction.
Composite tube is standard on 7" and 10" – 24" bore cylinders. Our composite tubing is a robust material that weighs less than traditional metallic materials. Composite tubing is also an option on 1-1/2" – 6" and 8" bores.

The KG Series is available in 17 bores sizes ranging from 1-1/2” to 24.” In fact, a complete range of bore sizes enables the KG Series to be a problem solver in almost every desirable valve actuator application. 

Piston rod diameters range from 5/8” to 3-1/2.” Furthermore, the standard KG Series end caps are accurately machined from precision square steel blocks. The end caps are either painted with standard black paint or painted with black epoxy paint. Note that standard black paint is the standard and the black epoxy paint is an option. A recess on the piston-mating surface (at both ends) enables the air to work on a larger piston area for effortless breakaway (even at both ends).

Numatics
103 Sam Watkins Boulevard
Mt. Pleasant, TN 38474
(615) 771-1200 – telephone
(615) 771-1201 – fax
www.numatics.com

New - Square Pancake II Nonrotating Twin Rod from FABCO

Nonrotating Twin Rod Series SND Double Acting 
4 Bore sizes 3/4" thru 2" 
Strokes to 4" standard 
Twin piston rods are incorporated into the cylinder head to achieve NON-ROTATION. The rods are securely fastened to the piston and tied together externally by a rod end tool bar.
The tool bar insures that the rods move in tandem and provides an ideal mounting surface for any attachments required by your application. The tool bar is furnished with threaded mounting holes or optional counter bored mounting holes.


Features:
4 Bore Sizes (3/4" to 2") 
Strokes to 4" Standard
(consult factory for longer strokes) 
Self-lubricating Composite Body 
Clear Anodized Aluminum Alloy Heads 
Stainless Steel Tie Bolts 
Bronze Rod Bushing 
Prelubed with Magnalube-G Grease 
Chrome Plated Stainless Steel Piston Rods 

Rod End Tool Bar 
Air Service to 200 PSI 
Minimum Recommended Operating Pressure - 15 psi 
Temp Rating (cylinder) -25° to +225°F
(-32° to + 121° C) 
Temp Rating (electronic sensors) -4° to +176°F
(-20° to + 80° C) 
Internally Lubricated Buna-N Seals 
Many Options Available 
Magnetic Piston Sensing Available 

Fabco-Air, Inc. 
3716 NE 49th Ave. 
Gainesville, FL 32609-1699 
Phone: (352) 373-3578 
Fax: (352) 375-8024

Preferred Products Design, Inc. PPD, is pleased to introduce the PPD Push-Lock In-Line Filter Assembly. 

This product features low cost protection for critical pneumatic components, easy installation, filter element monitoring and replaceable elements. The clear polycarbonate housings, available in two sizes, can be supplied with a menu list of filter elements and connection configurations.

Filter elements are available in sintered bronze, sintered stainless, and porous polypropylene and are available with micron ratings of 5 to 90 microns.

Connections can be push-lock, rapid fitting, threaded, or quick coupling in both English and Metric sizes. Fittings for tubing sizes 1/8” to ½” and 4mm to 12 mm are available.

The PPD Push-Lock In-Line Filter is exactly what you were looking for.



Preferred Products Design, Inc.
105 Research Drive
Milford, CT 06460
203-877-4399
www.ppdfittings.com

Pneumatic Mini Slide DGSL from FESTO

Precise Positioning, Compact, Easy to Install


The DGSL from Festo Corporation is designed as an ultra-precise slide for positioning or as an easy pick and place system. The main design element to this precision slide is the use of an integrated bearing system with an accuracy of 0.01 mm and linearity and parallelism in the 1/100 mm range.

Available in eight sizes from 4 to 20 mm diameter and with strokes up to 200 mm, the mini slide covers a wide range of applications. It is ideally suited for the electronics industry where minute parts need to be handled with utmost precision and where space may be restricted.

The optional clamping unit and the end-position interlock prevents undesired lowering of loads onto work piece carriers in the case of compressed air supply failure and provides protection in emergency stop situations.

Another advantage of the easy-to-install mini slide is that it offers three different end stop systems (shock-absorber, cushioned metal stops or polymer stops) providing the best solution for every application for technical features and cost-effectiveness.


For more details, please visit: http://www.festo.com/us/dgsl

Festo is a leading global manufacturer of pneumatic and electromechanical systems, components and controls for industrial automation, with 56 national headquarters serving more than 180 countries. For more than 80 years, Festo has continuously elevated the state of manufacturing with innovations and optimized motion control solutions that deliver higher performing, more profitable automated manufacturing and processing equipment. Our dedication to the advancement of automation extends beyond technology to the education of current and future automation and robotics designers with simulation tools, teaching programs, and on-site services. 


Festo Contact Information for publication: 
Tel: 800.99.FESTO; Fax: 800.96.FESTO
E-mail: customerservice@us.festo.com
Website: www.festo.com/usa

Remove Contaminants, Save Energy!

AMD 1550 Protects Equipment and Prevents Compressed Air Discharge!

Kaeser Automatic Magnetic Drains (AMDs) remove condensate and other contaminants from your air system – protecting your valuable equipment. The AMD 1550, the newest model in Kaeser’s drain trap series, has working pressures to 230 psig and a discharge capacity of 53 gal/hr. Designed for use with coolers, refrigerated dryers, separators, filters and liquid separators, the AMD 1550 maintains a “liquid seal” which prevents the loss of compressed air – which saves you energy! 

The rugged and corrosion-resistant metal housing allows for years of dependable service. With minimal maintenance required, operating mechanisms are isolated from condensate so no fouling or sticking occurs. Installation is simplified with a choice of top or bottom connections, and the AMD 1550’s modular construction allows for easy servicing and maintenance. This light-weight, dependable drain will reduce your compressed air system maintenance costs – and there is no electricity required.

Protect your investment from condensate and harsh contaminants with the AMD 1550. For more information on the AMD 1550 or other quality Kaeser products, please call 800-777-7873 or visit us at www.kaeser.com/cleanair.

Foam Seal Vacuum Pads Handle Rough and Uneven Surfaces

A new line of rectangular foam seal vacuum pads for handling rough and moderately uneven surfaces such as concrete, stone, tread-plate, wood, and various composites during fabrication and on-site installation applications is being introduced by ANVER Corporation of Hudson, Massachusetts.

ANVER’s FP Foam Seal Rectangular Vacuum Pads feature steel construction with a welded steel lip which secures a neoprene rubber slip-on edge and a soft, durable foam sealing edge to maintain them firmly in position. Ideally suited for handling rough and moderately uneven surfaces, they can be changed in minutes without tools to help meet demanding jobsite schedules.

Designed for use with the ANVER VPE1 Series electric vacuum generator, the FP Foam Seal Rectangular Vacuum Pads are offered in 12 sizes from 500 lbs. to 2,000 lbs. (113 kg to 907 kg) and can be quickly changed in the field using a two nut and bolt mounting system. Standard features of the VPE1 include solid-state vacuum controls, thermal overload protection, and an adjustable front handlebar.

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Flexeel DuraWhip from Coilhose

This tough polyurethane jackhammer whip hose in Coilhose Pneumatics’ new Extreme Construxion Accessories™ line is far more flexible than traditional rubber hoses and outlasts them as well, saving the user money. This whip hose features vibration-resistant swivel fittings which prevent the hose from twisting, and steel spring bend restrictors which provide a 180-degree bend radius with no kinking. Designed to be used between the jackhammer hose and the tool, the DuraWhip™ is highly resistant to abrasion, oils and greases. Available in 10 or 25 ft in Hi Viz Construxion Orange™ color.

Coilhose Pneumatics
19 Kimberly Road
East Brunswick, NJ 08816
P: (732) 390-8480 ext.609
F: (732) 390-9693

LO-PROFILE Pneumatic Hollow Hub Cylinder

A product line of large hollow hub air cylinders is offered in double acting, double ended configurations.
Products are designed for clamping and holding parts while a secondary operation is performed through the open center.
A typical application is where a flexible diaphragm is clamped between two metal retainers while a rivet or other form of fastener is added to the assembly thru the open center.
The product line includes seven sizes from three inch O.D. to six inch O.D. with a choice of strokes in one tenth increments to two inches. Control is with plant air using a typical four way pneumatic valve circuit either manually operated for work close at hand or solenoid operated for remote locations as part of an automated process.

3695 E. Industrial Dr. - Flagstaff, AZ 86004 - Ph. 928-526-1120 - Fax. 928-526-0473

Micro Solenoid Driver Connector Saves Energy, Coils

Canfield Connector’s Series D5400 Micro Solenoid Driver (MSD) is a connector that improves performance while reducing heat buildup in solenoid valve operators. The MSD induces faster solenoid pull-in with a high input voltage then automatically reduces voltage during hold-in. This not only increases efficiency but extends solenoid life and saves energy. The MSD is available in Mini and NEMA 4 DIN 43650 Form “A:/ISO 4400, EN175301-803:2000 enclosures and can be used to replace low voltage power supplies allowing a 24 VDC solenoid valve to be operated by 120 VAC. It also enables coils to be energized for an extended period of time without burnout. The MSD is available in both fixed or adjustable versions with standard LED indicator lights and a 9 foot cable.

All Canfield Connector products are manufactured to ISO 9001:2000 with design specifications to the highest quality standards. Complete specifications can be found at www.canfieldconnector.com or by calling Bob Howard at 330-758-8299 x 122.

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New extreme high volume blow gun from Coilhose

This extreme high volume blow gun introduced as part of Coilhose Pneumatics’ new Extreme Construxion Accessories™ product line is as ergonomic as it is easy-to-use. Its Extreme Ease Trigger™ is power-assisted and requires minimal force to actuate. This blow gun, with a 3/4” female inlet, is for use with tow-behind or large capacity compressors and conforms to OSHA standards. Available with 2”, 24”, or 48” safety extensions, or with a specially engineered multi-jet nozzle tip. 

Coilhose Pneumatics
19 Kimberly Road
East Brunswick, NJ 08816
P: (732) 390-8480 ext.609
F: (732) 390-9693

Festo announces a new comprehensive range of nickel-plated brass pipe fittings.

Festo is pleased to announce a new comprehensive range of nickel-plated brass pipe fittings to connect other fittings and pipes in pneumatic systems or assemblies.

NPFB metal pipe fittings offer a wide choice of 124 variants featuring parallel metric and G threads as well as tapered R threads ensuring the right solution for a low-cost, simple and quick installation.

Features:
·Wide range of types available
·Protects against corrosion and mechanical stress
·Excellent pressure range rating (up to 580 PSI/40 BAR)
·Excellent temperature handling capability (up to 302°F/+150°C) 
·RoHS conforming

New Universal 2 finger JGP parallel gripper from SCHUNK

SCHUNK’s parallel gripper family JGP is very economical and can be used in numerous applications. 

The JGP parallel grippers represent the leading technology in SCHUNK’s new “Compact Class” – offering all essential functions and an excellent price-performance ratio. This extremely compact and universal pneumatic gripper is intended for use in clean to slightly dirty environments, and is available in sizes 64 to 160. 

Thanks to its compact design, the JGP is particularly ideal for applications in which only limited space is available and interfering contours have to be avoided. Their oval pistons, wedge-hook kinematics and sturdy T-slot guidance enable the JGP grippers to achieve gripping forces of 56.2 to 537.3 lbf at a weight of 0.6 to 7.3 lb, depending on size. The stroke ranges from 0.24 to 0.63 inches per finger. The recommended workpiece weights are 2.8 to 18.1 lb in standard cases, for example with purely metallic friction grip between the workpiece and gripper finger. If other materials or form-fit fingers are used, much heavier workpieces can also be moved without difficulty.

An extensive range of accessories is available for the JGP, including pressure maintenance valves, finger blanks and fittings as well as a quick-change jaw system. Position monitoring can be performed by means of magnetic switches or inductive proximity switches. Further sensors also enable the incorporation of measuring system functions, for example with the FMS force measuring system, the FPS flexible position sensor, or the extremely accurate APS analog position sensor. As a result, the JGP can also be used in complex assembly tasks that require precise positioning at a defined force. 

SCHUNK Inc.
211 Kitty Hawk Drive
Morrisville, NC 27560
Phone: 919.572.2705 or
800.772.4865
Fax: 919.572.2818
www.schunk.com
info@us.schunk.com

The new Ashcroft G2 is an economical pressure transducer specifically engineered for critical OEM applications. 

With accuracy rated at 1% Total Error Band, the G2 unites an advanced polysilicon thin film pressure sensor with an ASIC enhanced circuit. This field-proven design assures an unprecedented combination of stability, performance and reliability, especially in applications where the transducer is subjected to high shock and vibration. 

Available in pressure ranges from 0/30 to 0/20,000 psi and offering broad choices of outputs, electrical terminations and process connections, the Ashcroft® G2 sets a new standard for flexibility, quality and value.

Ashcroft Inc.
250 East Main Street
Stratford, CT 06614-5145
(203) 378-8281 • 1-800-328-8258 • www.ashcroft.com

INNOVATIVE ZERO LEAKAGE CONTROL VALVES FOR LIQUID AND GAS

Our unique Flexible Seal Seat_ assures bubble-tight performance. The Kepner Flexible Seal Seat_ design offers positive leakage control of liquid or gas. The seat design is a carefully engineered combination of metal-to-metal and resilient O-Ring seal contact. The O-Ring is securely retained at the seat rather than on the poppet, protecting it from the destructive abrading and blasting effect of the flow; seal life is extended. Seat “wire drawing” common to conventional valves has been eliminated by the Flexible Seal Seat_ design. The seal closes around scratch-es, dents, and other irregularities and effectively prevents any leakage past the seat. A wide choice of O-Ring seal elastomers is offered for system compatibility. The Flexible Seal Seat_ design is available in check, relief, shuttle, and pilot operated check valves, and has been successfully applied to millions of fluid control situations.

CLOSED: Relaxed O-Ring seal and gentle seal-to-poppet contact guarantees (No Flow) low pressure sealing and eliminates valve chatter. 

OPEN: Seal flexes to close off all external leakage around end cap. (Full Flow) Enclosure protects O-Ring seal, prevents seal displacement. 

CLOSED: Seal still holding external leakage now also flexes around poppet. (Reverse Higher pressures tighten the seal. Bubble-tight shutoff. Checked) 

- LEAK TIGHT SEALING 
- POSITIVE ACTION EVEN AT LOW PRESSURE 
- FREEDOM FROM CHATTER

Kepner Products Company 
995 N. Ellsworth Avenue, Villa Park, Illinois 60181 
Telephone: 630.279.1550 FAX: 630.279.9669 E-mail: kepner@kepner.com