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‘No Shortage of Work’ – COVID-19 Causing Some Productivity Decline, But Factories Still Producing
MachineMetrics data indicates Automotive slips to No. 4 in machine utilization as Aerospace moves to top position. While average machine utilization drops 2.2 points, the company reports Medical Device and Aerospace Defense sectors are showing upticks.
Air Atomizing Nozzles Conserve Precious Liquids
EXAIR’s No Drip Internal Mix Air Atomizing Spray Nozzles mix liquid and air inside the nozzle and produce a fine atomization of liquids. The nozzles stop liquid flow when compressed air is shut off.
RoboVent Revamps Spire Weld Fume Extraction Systems
RoboVent’s Spire filtration units are still 3 ft by 3 ft, but have been completely re-engineered. The Spire for robotic weld cells and the Spire360 for ambient filtration come with more-absorbent filters that last longer and 7-in touchscreen controls for easier operation.
Walter Surface Technologies Acquires ArcOne
Complementing both companies’ product offerings, the deal expands Walter’s presence in the safety and productivity industry.
Three-Step Filtration System Removes 99% of Contaminants
The three-airflow process used by Parker Hannifin’s fabric-style SmogHog Media (SHM) collector virtually eliminates mist concentration. A 100% fully synthetic blend of fibers built into a tubular filter arrangement optimizes drainage.
Sustainable Critical-Process Cleaning Solution
MicroCare Corp.’s Tergo metal cleaning fluid (MCF) avoids the regulatory issues of solvent-based vapor degreasers. By removing just enough binder to prevent damage during final sintering, the degreaser facilitates advanced processes such as additive manufacturing and injection molding.
Two Metal-Cleaning Solutions
Madison Chemical’s phosphate-free Aluma-Cling Blue eliminates having to brush by hand to clean bright aluminum and stainless steel. Clean-Gard 83 is an alkaline detergent that produces low-to-moderate foam, making it ideal for cleaning via ultrasonic cavitation.
On-Demand Filtration System Lowers Energy Consumption
IVEC’s fully automated Ultra ventilation system adjusts fan speed based on changes in velocity and/or air pressure. In addition to saving energy and extending filter life, maintaining air flow regardless of conditions ensures continuous particulate removal and lowers maintenance requirements.
Wet Scrubber Dust Collector Minimizes Explosions
The Venturi wet scrubber from Camfil Air Pollution Control (APC) improves workplace safety by collecting and removing potentially combustible airborne metal dust. It’s also suitable for processes that emit aerosols, fumes, gas, and vapors.
Air Conveyor Converts Standard Pipe into Powerful Conveying System
EXAIR’s large 303SS conveyor handles material in corrosive environments where, for example, food, chemicals and pharmaceuticals are processed.
Selectable Voltage Power Supply for Static Eliminators
Gen4 from EXAIR offers input choices of 115VAC or 230VAC.
Plug-and-Play Cobot Programs Like a Smartphone
Handling products from 4 to 35 kg, two new robots emphasize safety, ease of use and reliability.
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