PHD Releases Optimax Series ORQ Compact Rotary Tables

In a continuing effort to expand the Optimax® product line, PHD is pleased to release the new drop-in replacement compact rotary table.

Series ORQ Compact Rotary Table is a double rack and pinion system with increased output torque that eliminates backlash at the end of rotation. 

•   Available in 6 sizes

•   Standard adjustment screws with integral shock pads

•  Standard thru mounting holes in body are threaded to provide versatility and ease of mounting (direct replacement for SMC Series MSQ)

•  Double rack and pinion drive system increases output torque and eliminates backlash at end of rotation

•  Hollow pinion allows pass thru from back of unit to output hub

• Drop-in replacement for other manufacturers

Download/view the PHD Optimax Series ORQ Compact Rotary Table brochure.

Piab Cups on 60 Minutes

PiGRIP is in the news! 

Here are a couple of images from a segment on 60 Minutes that originally aired on Sunday, April 9, 2017. It featured Chobani yogurt at various stages during the manufacturing process. In a couple of scenes, Piab cups were very prominently featured. 

FPE Automation is one of Piab's premier distributors. It's an award-winning partnership that has lasted for decades.  We're very proud of their success.

FPE Automation MAC Valves Commonly Ordered Products Catalog

Introducing the all-new MAC Valves Commonly Ordered Products Catalog

I (Sandia) worked with a team of experts* here at FPE Automation to develop a brand new, updated catalog. We've made it even easier to spec and order MAC Valves and several other related products. Check it out!

Download/view the FPE Automation MAC Valves Commonly Ordered Products Catalog. 

*Sometimes, It takes a team effort! This 45+ page catalog has been a work in progress for some time now and we're thrilled to launch this latest edition. I'd like to thank Scott Massie, Joey Bardos and Ed Nowak, along with very helpful assists from Dave Bardos, Dan McCullough and Darryl Onak. 

#macvalves
#automationrevolution
#commonlyorderedproductscatalog

FPE Automation Live with Universal Robots at a Local St. Louis School

FPE Automation's Samir Shaikh and Jason Vilmer are helping out a local St. Louis school today, doing a live spot on robotics with Universal Robots A/S collaborative robots.

The Science Behind Robots

http://www.hectv.org/

From:
ST. LOUIS' HOME OF EDUCATION,
ARTS, AND CULTURE  
Whether their purpose is to win a skills contest, vacuum the floor, perform surgery, or deliver a package, robots today are much more versatile than their scary counterparts from 1930’s science fiction films. How are robots designed and built to succeed at so many diverse tasks? What does it take to program a robot? And what is the future of robots, what will they be able to do tomorrow that they can’t do today? Explore these questions and more as we investigate The Science Behind Robots on March 16, 2017. To obtain more details about the program including related curriculum standards, program objectives and agenda, pre and post program learning activities, and additional video and web resources related to the program, click on Educational Material. This program is targeted to students in grades 6-9. #fpegivesback

#automationrevolution

The way the world manufactures is currently undergoing a revolution. While it's true that robots will replace humans in some capacities, the trend of technology enabling corporations to employ less people has been around since the industrial revolution. We've all known it was coming since the Jetsons had a robot housekeeper!

What's new, is that advances in automation will allow the USA to keep manufacturing jobs here, on American soil. Automation allows companies to be more competitive, which benefits the worker by decreasing our dependence on offshore laborers.

FPE Automation is at the front lines of that revolution. We're your partner for automation controls, vision systems, collaborative robots and much more. We are also very active in our market (the state of Illinois, Quad Cities, Iowa region and greater St. Louis and surrounding counties) in providing our valued clients with the training and preparedness they need to embrace these new technologies.

The automation revolution has arrived. Are you in? 
#automationrevolution

Cognex's Andrew Wassef shows off an
automation revolution t-shirt at FPE
Automation's Elk Grove Village, Illinois
office, while standing in front of the
coordinating banner. Cognex manufacturers
sophisticated vision systems that are already
in use in manufacturing plants across the
country and around the world. 

Replace Your Hydraulic Cylinders for Increased Performance

LINEAR SOLUTIONS MADE EASY:

Tolomatic's RSX extreme force electric actuators replace hydraulic cylinders.

Eliminate the risk of hydraulic fluid leaks while improving position control, accuracy and repeatability.

Tolomatic's RSX096 actuator, the first release of the RSX product family, is capable of thrusts up to 133.45 kn (30,000 lbf) and is an ideal choice for replacing hydraulic cylinders. Designed & tested for 100% duty cycle Roller screw ensures long, consistent life Compatible with servo motors and gearboxes up to 215 mm frame size IP67 rated for challenging environments Designed and rated for extreme conditions including cold-weather operation. Download the RSX brochure and get all the details. Have an application that you would like to discuss? Let us know.

PHD Releases New Universal Nozzle Cylinder

Series BCZUD Universal Heat Set Nozzle Cylinder – Available Now!

NEW! From PHD:
 
PHD is pleased to release the Series BCZUD Universal Nozzle Cylinder for the plastic bottle blowing industry. 

The new Series BCZUD (heat set) Cylinder complements the BCZUS (cold set) Cylinder, and expands our proven series of Sidel® solutions. 

Series BCZUD Universal Nozzle Cylinders are direct replacements for Sidel Universal Heat Set Machines. 

These cylinders mount in the same space with matching bolt patterns, provide significantly longer service life, and reduce maintenance and downtime in stretch blow molding applications. Units are field repairable and feature improved geometry over OEM units to reduce component fatigue. 

Series BCZUD Benefits: 

• Designed to operate for 20 million cycles 
• Drop-in replacement for OEM 
• FDA-approved materials used throughout 
• Lube-free in both high pressure and low pressure sections • Optional internal detent to keep unit in retract position with loss of air pressure and during service reducing chance of damaged transfer arms 
• Composite, high wear resistant, rod scraper 
• Tooling kit available for in-field rebuild  

Need more info/pricing? Contact FPE Automation.