Originally manufactured for race and high-performance sports cars,
a front spoiler is integrated into the front bumper of a vehicle
and is aerodynamically designed to increase down-force — the...
On March 29, 2017
Pneumatic air bellows are most commonly used for raising and
lowering functions. They are particularly suitable for applications
that require short stroke (up to 410mm) and high load capability
(up to...
On March 21, 2017
Did you know that pneumatic rotary actuators are a durable and
simple way to convert compressed air pressure in rotary movement?
Capable of operating in hazardous environments and when utilized...
On February 28, 2017
Once you have selected the type of pneumatic rotary actuator best
suited for an application, the next step is to select an
appropriate size. Here’s a breakdown of the three main design
criteria to...
On February 9, 2017
When selecting which type of rotary actuator is best for your
application, the main design considerations are mechanical
efficiency, package size, shaft options, max rotation and cost.
Beyond that,...
On February 9, 2017
Pneumatic rotary actuators are commonly used to convert compressed
air pressure (in the form of a cylinder stroke) into an
oscillating rotary motion. Like other pneumatic components, they
are...
On January 26, 2017
In today's modern, fully automated manufacturing
applications, assessing the potential risks to personnel is an
essential part of overall system design. It’s vital to take
appropriate measures in...
On January 12, 2017
Air blowing activities consume almost half of all compressed air
used in plants and can often become an unrecognized burden on a
business’s resources. One of the largest soft drinks...
On December 1, 2016
Wherever manufacturers require linear actuators in industrial
automation, they look for a highly reliable system capable of
accurate and fast positioning. However, these are not the only
factors...
On November 30, 2016
Power generation environments are tough on hydraulic and other
types of cylinders (including pneumatic and electro-mechanical).
Vibration, dust, gravel, corrosives, chemicals, axial load, and
sideload...
On November 7, 2016
Pneumatic valves have come a long way since the development of the
compressor more than a century ago and it can be a real challenge
to ensure you’re taking full advantage of the latest...
On November 1, 2016
When selecting a pneumatic cylinder, it’s important to consider all
aspects of the operating environment to ensure you make the correct
choice. Environmental factors can sometimes be overlooked...
On October 25, 2016
In a world where trains must function on time, every time, pressure
is on railway operators to ensure regular upgrades and repairs of
their infrastructure, all driven by the needs and expectations...
On September 14, 2016
When it comes to the global rail industry, there can be no doubt
that rolling stock, such as engines, carriages and freight wagons,
must operate in some very challenging environments while...
On August 11, 2016
Today’s cars are rolling computers. With the electronic
interconnectivity and functionality designed into the small space
of a driver’s console, automobile OEMs must ensure that one bad
component...
On September 15, 2015
The presentation of the Parker Engineered Materials Group at the
Hanover Fair this year will be focused on the company’s in-house
materials expertise. The world debut of a new family of materials
with...
On March 31, 2015
When companies finally decide to make their manufacturing plants
more energy efficient, the first targets for cost cutting tend to
be their electric motors. Compressed air systems are rarely on
their...
On February 19, 2015
Pneumatics technology is the gentle giant of power transmission in
factory automation. Compressed air is often applied for its
cushioning capabilities, providing a more subtle touch than
hydraulics...
On January 28, 2015
Welding is not a clean process. Weld spatter and water expulsion
are two inescapable byproducts. At least that’s what the managers
of three Canadian automotive plants believed before learning...
On December 23, 2014
In our last blog we introduced five ways a well-managed weld cell
contributes to efforts to maintain uptime in a
lean plant. We concluded that sometimes the innovative
creativity of people working the...
On December 17, 2014
