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Siemens Launches Three New Technology Packages Exclusively for CNC Sinumerik One

Siemens released three new tech packs for their Sinumerik One system. Learn about the Sinumerik One system, the new packages, and more about the software-defined systems.

October 27, 2020 by Robin Mitchell

FANUC Set to Host First Ever “Take Control” Virtual Robotic Event

FANUC is hosting a virtual robotics conference where they will demonstrate and provide information and case studies about their robots.

October 12, 2020 by Seth Price

How to Regulate Pressure in Fluid Systems

Regulating the pressure in a fluid system is the purpose of the appropriately-named pressure regulator. In this article, learn more about pressure regulators.

October 09, 2020 by David Peterson

Emerson Releases Fisher V280 Control Valve for Process Control Applications

The Fisher V280 is a control valve built to provide stable dynamic process control via a robust drive train designed to guide the shaft and properly absorb energy.

October 02, 2020 by Alessandro Mascellino

Honeywell Aerospace Produced and Installed First Flight-Critical Engine Part Using Additive Manufacturing

The flight-critical engine part is an FAA certified #4/5 bearing housing for an ATF3-6 turbine engine.

September 15, 2020 by Ben Stepanian

Orifice Plate Sizing for Flow Measurements

Learn about orifice plates and specifically how to size orifice plates for flow measurements and the different flow rates associated with them.

September 11, 2020 by David Peterson

An Overview of Pilot Valves

What are pilot valves and how do they work? This article dives into some of the different types and uses for these components.

September 07, 2020 by David Peterson

Robotic Gripper Leader Schunk Delivers New Sensory Hydraulic Expansion Toolholder

Schunk aims to simplify and optimize their tooling to help industries achieve the precision and accuracy required to mill parts.

August 28, 2020 by Ben Stepanian

Motion Control Systems: Velocity and Acceleration Feedforward

Learn the strategy called feedforward which can predict motion control system outputs. This helps to turn the feedback into a double-check as opposed to the sole provider of the output signal.

August 14, 2020 by David Peterson

What is Proportional Gain?

This article discusses the meaning and effects of proportional gain in a controlled system.

July 26, 2020 by David Peterson

Nanotec Unveils New Compact Captive Linear Actuator With High Positioning Speed

High-performance drive solutions company, Nanotec Electronic, revealed a new linear actuator with a 35 mm flange.

July 22, 2020 by Alessandro Mascellino

Understanding Thermal and Pressure Safety Valves

Safety is a concern within any sort of system containing potential energy, whether electrical, chemical, gravitational, or fluid. Each of these has special methods of protection, and for the fluid systems, certain safety valves are used in situations when excess pressure can be a problem.

July 11, 2020 by David Peterson

Emerson’s New Compressed Air Dryers Designed to Extend Maintenance Intervals and Improve Control

Emerson provides compressed air dryers that incorporate design features ideal for harsh environments associated with rail applications.

June 29, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida

ASI Supplies Automated Control Systems for Large Hydraulic-Powered Mining Vehicles to Epiroc

Epiroc produces sustainable mining/construction equipment and has paired up with ASI to engineer and supply specific automated control systems for large hydraulic-powered mining vehicles.

June 27, 2020 by Ben Stepanian

Danfoss Reveals New MBS 1600 Pressure Transmitter for the Plastics Industry

Multinational engineering firm Danfoss just released a new pressure transmitter optimized for the plastics industry.

June 23, 2020 by Alessandro Mascellino

KUKA Releases ProLMD Project for Advancements in Hybrid Production With Laser Technology

KUKA has recently reached a new milestone in its 3D-printing efforts.

June 16, 2020 by Alessandro Mascellino

Measuring Flow Rate: An Introduction to Flow Gauges

For many manufacturing processes, it is extremely important to measure the exact rate at which fluid is moving or flowing. We turn to flow gauges to provide these measurements, and there is a great diversity in operating principle as well as proper application to the fluid that is being measured.

June 05, 2020 by David Peterson

FDM 3D Printing Used to Make Certified Telescope Parts for International Space Station

Additive manufacturing company, Stratasys, used Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) 3D printing technology to produce certified parts to use on the International Space Station (ISS).

May 29, 2020 by Alessandro Mascellino

Introduction to the Fundamentals of Pneumatic Vacuums

Vacuum pressures are not uncommon, but they can be more complicated than standard air systems. This article explores pneumatic vacuums, exploring applications, uses, and types.

May 27, 2020 by David Peterson

Absolute vs. Gauge Pressure: Understanding the Difference

A common difference of terms arises when referring to air or pneumatic pressure, and those are gauge (BarG) pressure and absolute (BarA) pressure. Both can accurately describe a system, but when performing calculations and tests, it’s important to distinguish the difference.

May 22, 2020 by David Peterson