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The latest news and information on automation, controllers and drives, feedback devices, fluid power, mechanical components, and motors for design engineers

Pneumatics Extend Reach into Packaging Applications_spotlight

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Pneumatics Extend Reach into Packaging Applications

Pneumatics technology delivers modular designs, safety solutions, diagnostic capabilities, and sensing and control functions that reach beyond traditional packaging applications, at a rapid pace.

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Intelligent Air Valve

Proportion Air's MizAir® technology shuts off air supply to the pump at the midpoint of each stroke, creating energy efficiency.  more >>

Oct 13 2009 12:40 pm EDT

Magnetic Torque Transfer

Flux Drive does not create any power line disturbances, making it ideal for applications where sensitive equipment could be affected by operation of a frequency drive.  more >>

Oct 13 2009 02:00 am EDT

Micro-Dispensing Pump

New liquid dispensing pump technology more accurately and reliably delivers fluids for metering applications.  more >>

Oct 13 2009 02:00 am EDT

The Future of Fluid Power

The vision of transforming fluid power to be efficient and effective is clearly defined by leading fluid power companies that are working to develop an industry-wide technology road map under the Center for Compact and Efficient Fluid Power.  more >>

Oct 12 2009 02:00 am EDT

Four Game-Changing Fluid Power Technology Initiatives

From a novel hydro-mechanical system for a hybrid car to a compact, free piston engine for pickups, researchers look to broaden fluid power's reach.  more >>

Oct 01 2009 04:15 pm EDT

Motion Control/Automation Webcasts

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Basics of Designing Linear Motion Systems Introduction

View this webcast to learn proper selection of linear motion technology, tips on designing for harsh environments, using advanced control algorithms and much more.

Five Essential Technologies for Motion Control

Designing an efficient machine is a complex task that involves several phases from designing, to prototyping and finally deployment. The newest advancements in software and hardware have made it significantly easier to develop machines with motion control that are lower in cost and more efficient than ever before.

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New Technology at Pack Expo Focuses on Price, Performance

At Pack Expo, automation and technology suppliers like Beckhoff, Festo, Bosch Rexroth are showing new innovations that are designed to provide more performance at an attractive...

Motion Control/Automation | Oct 07 2009 01:11 PM EDT

Bosch Rexroth Rolls out Energy-Saving Products

Bosch Rexroth demonstrated its 4EE Initiative with new ball rails and electromechanical cylinders at the Design & Manufacturing...

Motion Control/Automation | Sep 23 2009 10:25 AM EDT

HMI Connects to Any PLC or Fieldbus

A new human-machine interface (HMI) eliminates the need for engineers to buy their major motion control components as single package from one...

Motion Control/Automation | Sep 23 2009 10:20 AM EDT

Blue Earth Technology Develops New Air Motor

A new air motor uses air cylinders to provide rotary motion and is claimed to run at high speed ranges and with higher...

Motion Control/Automation | Sep 11 2009 08:27 AM EDT

Advanced Color Sensing

A new generation of color sensors provide better control for the user, more visibility and more flexibility, filling the gap between basic color sensors and color vision...

Motion Control/Automation | Aug 26 2009 12:32 PM EDT
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Whatever industry you're in, or whatever product you manufacture, the right sensors to automate your plant, and to improve your overall efficiency, quality and safety are a must. You'll find Banner Engineering to be an amazing resource of products, training and people with expertise.


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