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Dorner Conveyors Releases New CAD Configurator

Posted by Mark Howe

Jan 29, 2013 11:11:00 AM

Editor's Note: This guest post was provided by Dorner Mfg.

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Topics: dorner, conveyors

Electro-Mechanical Solutions Offer OEM and End-User Benefits

Posted by Mark Guida

Jan 23, 2013 7:19:00 AM

Editor's Note: This post was provided by Precision Technology.

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Topics: industrial automation nj/ny, automation solutions, robotics, technology, electric cylinder, motion control

6 Elements To Consider When Selecting A Pneumatic Manifold

Posted by Mark Howe

Jan 15, 2013 9:34:00 AM

Editor's Note: This is a guest post from Pneumadyne - Provider of System Solutions for Fluid Control

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Topics: pneumatic motion control, manifolds

Transforming Manufacturing with CT Effects

Posted by Mark Guida

Jan 8, 2013 10:00:00 AM

The key to reducing production costs is found in 'CT effects'. So what exactly are 'CT effects?'  There are two types of CT effects: Cycle Time and "Choco Tei"

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Topics: cost savings, manufacturing, cost effective, automation solutions, robotics

The Hidden Cost of Standard Parts

Posted by Mark Howe

Jan 2, 2013 10:47:00 AM

Editor's Note: This is a guest post from Humphrey Products - Manufacturer of Pneumatic Valves

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Topics: automation solutions, engineered solutions, compressed air, humphrey products

Product Training Boosts Sales and Savings

Posted by Mark Guida

Nov 1, 2012 7:51:00 AM

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Topics: cost savings, technology, improvement, knotts company, customer service, sales process, sales tools

How to Mount a 2200 Dorner Conveyor Side Mount Motor

Posted by Mark Howe

Oct 5, 2012 8:43:00 AM

Here is a quick video from Dorner Conveyors explaining the basic steps for installing a side mount drive package on a 2200 Series conveyor.

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Topics: dorner, conveyors

Which 80/20 Aluminum Extrusion Fastening Method is Best for You?

Posted by Mark Howe

Sep 12, 2012 9:04:00 AM

Open up the catalog (section 3 to be exact) and you will see over 20 different pages of t-nuts, screws and fasteners. Then hop over one more section and you will see a few dozen joining plates and brackets. Little overwhelming if it your first time parousing the catalog.

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Topics: aluminum extrusion, t-slotted extrusion

Reduction of Costs Using Electric Actuators

Posted by Mark Guida

Jul 30, 2012 9:54:00 AM

In today's high-paced, tight-fisted economy, cost savings and efficiency are keys to a company's success.  This is particularly true in manufacturing.  For many years pneumatic cylinders have been the staple of motion axes in machines; they are cheap, quick, and are capable of high force outputs.  

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Topics: cost savings, automation solutions, robotics, improvement, electric cylinder, automation

The Knotts Company and JP Stevens FIRST Robotics Team

Posted by Mark Howe

Jun 11, 2012 3:41:00 PM

Editor's Note: This is a guest post from Jaimie Swartz, Co-President of FIRST Robotics Team 2554.

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Topics: robotics, knotts company