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O-ring

Standard doesn't always fit your application needs

Custom vulcanized O-Rings are often the fastest and most cost effective solution for static sealing applications requiring a non-standard diameter O-Ring. Vulcanized rings are produced from extruded elastomeric cord, cut to length and hot spliced using heated dies and heat sensitive bonding agents. The heated die provides consistent heat to help form a clean and visually appealing finish to the joint. Cold splicing is typically used on foam elastomers where heat would damage the material. » Learn More

Design Fusion

Solid Edge: Solutions for the Top 10 Engineering Challenges

As companies seek design process improvements, CAD system update is a common solution, resulting in reduced design time and improved product quality. Solid Edge improves the transition and re-use of 2D to 3D data, speeds performance of massive assembly adjustments and uses Synchronous Technology for easy revisions. Click to learn more: top ten ways Solid Edge will improve your engineering process. » Learn more

IGUS

What’s the true cost of bearing lubrication?

Over and over again, the main reasons cited as the causes of bearing failures are lubrication-related issues. In fact, one major ball-bearing manufacturer completed a study claiming 54% of all bearings failed due to lubrication issues, while another one said this percentage was closer to 80%. This white paper explains how much it actually costs to lubricate a ball bearing and the cost saving benefits of switching to a self-lubricating plastic bearing. » Learn More

Harting

Connectors Outperform Hardwiring

To be competitive machinery systems must be built to run as efficiently as possible.

Learn how to turn around orders and complete installations faster, while reducing wiring errors and costs by using connectors.

Read the white paper to learn how using connectors has helped other companies:
    Cut wiring time of a printing press unit from 4 days to 2 ½ days
    Save a crane manufacturer $13,000 in labor incurred from hardwiring errors in the field
    Increase the throughput of a conveyor system by 15%
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ITEM

How item ergologistics help you reduce waste and safeguard employees

As a global manufacturer of modular building kit systems for industrial application, item has pioneered a number of innovative solutions in the field of ergologistics. item German-engineered ergologistical solutions take a holistic approach to lean production, combining highly efficient material-handling logistics with ergonomically designed workbench systems. Not only does this streamline production and reduce waste, but it also eases physical strain on employees as well. Click here for exclusive access to our informative white paper. » Learn More

Festo

How guided drives/slides provide best case automation solutions

Pneumatic guided drives and slides are gaining wide acceptance in automated production as a better choice than standard cylinders in applications that benefit from their superior stability and precision. Guided drives and slides secure the piston rod against torque loads and lateral forces, for optimal performance and greater longevity. This whitepaper from Festo explains when and why guided actuators should be the preferred choice in machine and system design from a performance and value perspective. » Learn More

Tolomatic

Pneumatic cylinders vs. electric actuators: Comparing total cost of ownership

Which technology offers the best solution for your application? Pneumatic cylinders are dependable and cost less initially. Electric actuators are flexible, precise and reliable and cost more initially. Learn about the factors that affect total cost of ownership—and why electric actuators may actually be more economical than pneumatic cylinders over the life of the machine. Download our white paper. » Learn More

Smalley

Retaining Ring Installation and Removal

Smalley’s Spirolox® Retaining Rings have No Ears To Interfere®, which means they fit in tight spaces with minimal radial clearances. But if there are no ears or lugs, how are they installed or removed? The process, whether manual, semi-automated, or automated, is simple, quick, and safe, making Smalley’s the best retaining ring for nearly any application. Download our free Installation and Removal Guide now! » Learn More