Type 1 Simple Support Frame High-Volume Bag Discharger from Spiroflow Systems (14323)
CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA -- A simple Type 1 Support Frame High-Volume Bag Dischargers that supports the weight of the bag for safe, secure and controlled discharge of steady flowing product is available from Spiroflow Systems. The Type 1 Support Frame accommodates most types and sizes of High-Volume Bags (Flexible Intermediate Container) and can easily controlled by a single operator.

Airam Offers Versatile Production Solutions Capable Of Performing A Wide Range Of Stamping Operations (14311)
Covington, Ohio - AIRAM® Press Co. Ltd., combines its engineering application expertise and in-depth press knowledge to offer a diverse range of standard and custom engineered pneumatic presses, 3 to 210 tons, capable of meeting general stamping needs, piercing, blanking, forming, cut-off, coining, embossing, laminating and assembly type operations.

Parker Reduces Installation Time and Machine Cost of Pneumatic Valve Manifolds by Partnering with Rockwell Automation. Available at B.W. Rogers Co. (14247)
Parker has been able to reduce installation time and machine cost of pneumatic valve manifolds by partnering with Rockwell Automation to provide a fieldbus solution with Preferred Connectivity to the Rockwell Automation Logix™ Architecture.

Gripper 101: What Is A Gripper? Why Use One? (14243)
WHAT IS A GRIPPER? WHY USE ONE? A gripper is a device which enables the holding of an object to be manipulated. The easier way to describe a gripper is to think of the human hand. Just like a hand, a gripper enables holding, tightening, handling and releasing of an object. A gripper is just one component of an automated system. A gripper can be attached to a robot or it can be part of a fixed automation system. Many styles and sizes of grippers exist so that the correct model can be selected for the application.

NILFISK CFM’S A15 AND A17 PNEUMATIC VACUUMS PACK THE SAME PUNCH AS ELECTRIC COUNTERPARTS (14223)
Malvern, PA, What would you do without electricity? For most people the lack of electricity is a nuisance, but for many industrial workers, it’s the norm. Whether it’s performing maintenance on the docks of a major shipping yard or constructing a brand new building, there are times when electricity is either a safety hazard or simply unavailable. Nilfisk CFM’s A15 and A17 pneumatic vacuums were developed in response to customers’ needs for compressed-air vacuums that pack the same punch as electric-run industrial vacuums.

VACUUM LIFTER UNAFFECTED BY POWER OUTAGES (14217)
A new, upgraded mechanical vacuum lifter for handling ferrous and non-ferrous sheet and plate, and other heavy loads without requiring external power is being introduced by Anver Corporation of Hudson, Massachusetts. Anver’s Mechanical Vacuum Lifter is self-powered and eliminates the need for electric or pneumatic power, making it totally immune to power outages. Featuring a mechanism which creates a powerful suction through the action of the lifter being lowered onto the load by a hoist, it can be operated virtually anywhere and incorporates a new 36” long ergonomic safety handle.

PARKER FLUID CONTROL DIVISION INTRODUCES NEW CAR CARE VALVES (14172)
NEW BRITAIN, CT, Parker Fluid Control Division, manufacturers of the Skinner and Gold Ring lines of solenoid valves and the Sinclair Collins line of process control valves, now offers a new line of solenoid valves designed exclusively for the car wash industry. The Car Care Solenoid Valve line reliably meets the most demanding applications including presoak, soap dispensing, water purification, water softening, hot waxes, spot-free rinsing, blowers and driers, and high-pressure washes.

Evapar Expanding Air Compressor Business in Eastern and Central Kentucky (14160)
Evapar, a regional leader in the sales and service of electric power generators, compressed air systems and industrial gas and diesel engines, will expand its air compressor business in April to serve customers in eastern and central Kentucky. Evapar represents the highly-regarded Chicago Pneumatic line of compressors, manufactured by Atlas Copco, with machines that range from 5 to 250 horsepower with both fixed and variable speed offerings.

Abanaki Corp. Purchases Aerodyne Development Corporation; Oil-Skimmer Maker Moves Into Solid-Material-Handling Market (14130)
CLEVELAND--Abanaki Corporation, manufacturer of industrial oil skimmers, has announced its purchase of Aerodyne Development Corporation, which manufactures dust collection systems equipment and solid-material-handling components.

Air Hydro Power, Inc. Acquires Certain Assets of Mosier Fluid Power of Kentucky (14117)
Louisville, Kentucky - Air Hydro Power, Inc. has acquired certain assets of Mosier Fluid Power of Kentucky and employed Mosier Fluid Power’s key management and sales staff. The acquisition will allow Air Hydro Power to strengthen its relationships with strategic accounts in Kentucky and Indiana.