Get the latest in a hands-on, relaxed environment. If you're the type who learns by doing, you're in luck! Experiment with the absolute latest in factory automation. Work with a team of friendly & knowledgeable experts to determine how you can leverage the technology to work for you. Or, if you prefer, come as an observer and leave with valuable information you'll use on the job.
FPE Automation has several dates on the calendar. All events are free to FPE customers. We hope you can join us!
Piab's Kenos® KCS gripper enables a collaborative robot (cobot) to handle just about anything, anywhere, at any time. This makes it the ideal ”co-working” tool, especially for small businesses, where flexibility is essential. Originally developed together with a leading manufacturer of collaborative robots as a tailor-made automation tool for one customer, the resulting vacuum gripper cobotproved so successful that Piab decided to offer it more widely.
Combining Piab's proprietary air-driven COAX® technology for highly efficient vacuum ejection with an easily replaceable technical foam that molds itself around any surface or shape, the Kenos® KCS gripper can be used to safely grip, lift and handle any object. Standard interface (ISO) adapters enable the whole unit to be attached to any cobot type on the market and, with a body made in a lightweight 3D printed material, it can be easily moved to perform different jobs in different parts of a production site, warehouse or other setting.
”The KCS is the perfect small business all-rounder. Its modular, plug-and-play design means it can be adapted for universal use within a company,” says Josef Karbassi, Vice President of Piab's Automation Division.
An expertly designed quick-change system allows the same unit to be fitted with a special gripper for plastic bags. A simple twist and a secure locking mechanism enables the Kenos® KCS gripper to be configured and ready for new tasks within seconds, improving the productivity of operations and reducing system downtime.
”We have also made sure that the KCS gripper is easy to clean and service, with all parts and areas easily accessible. Designed with rounded edges and fitted with an efficient silencer it is safe and user-friendly, making for successful and harmonious human/robot cooperation,” adds Josef Karbassi.
Are you a people person??? Here's your chance to work in an industry that is on the leading edge of technology. FPE Automation is searching for a full-time order entry individual. Heavy phone/computer work, P&D, provide our clients with product info. We're looking for someone friendly, who loves to learn. We will train you to do the rest. Mechanical aptitude is a plus. Dedication is a must. Competitive salary + benefits. EOE. Work alongside some of the industry's best and brightest. Resumes only to resume@fpeautomation.com More information is available here: www.fpeautomation.com/event/rockstar
Vision Smart Stop + Cobots in Motion TWO seminars coming to Rockford this October
It's FPE Automation's traveling event. We're in your area!
Thursday, October 18, 2018, 9:00-5:00
Vision Smart Stop
Morning Seminar: Join a team of automation experts from 9:00 am to noon. Learn how Cognex advanced machine vision & industrial barcode reader systems deliver instant improvements to any manufacturing process, enabling your products to be made at higher speed, without defects and at a lower cost.
Cobots In Motion
Afternoon Seminar:FPE Automation’s traveling robots will be on site. Explore the possibilities of collaborative robotics in your workspace, from noon to 5:00 pm. Discover firsthand how easy they are to program. Get answers to questions about implementation, ROI, and safety. With Universal Robots, MiR and more.
Register for one... or both! Spend the day with us: Why not attend both seminars? Attendance is free toFPE Automation customers. Lunch is included for all attendees (both morning and afternoon). Hurry, space is limited. Register today!
Dave Schmidt , Theresa
Wallace and Enrique Lugo from Tolomatic, Inc. visited FPE last Thursday
to formally thank the crew for an exceptional year and officially
present this award to the team. They catered a Chicago dog lunch, complete
with an adorable, miniature, working hot dog cart, like the ones you'd see in the
city of Chicago.
Just released today! MAC Valves' Anthony Bonadio has been working to develop videos to assist manufacturing plants with the dust collection process. This is one of them. There are some striking images showing the effectiveness of MAC pulse valves. Well done, Anthony!
At our technology showcase this year, TS18, Tolomatic's Dave Schmidt presented VP Lori Wolff and President David Bardos with the Top 10 Distributor Award for 2017
Thanks to Tolomatic for the honor, and congratulations to the FPE team for their commitment to be the best in the business!
