The hygiene requirements for processes are particularly high in the food industry. This also applies to the area of compressed air purity. Here, the concentration of bacteria or other germs should be kept as low as possible to ensure uncontaminated end products. Thanks to the new bacterial filter of…

A clean production of foodstuffs places high demands on the components used there. Especially for export to the USA, manufacturers must comply with the regulations of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in order to sell their products on the local market. This also applies to small parts suc…

Since static electricity can cause sticking of plastic packaging or contamination through particle adhesion, and even damage electronic components, ionizers are indispensable in many production processes. Depending on the application, various variants are used. To enable comprehensive remote control…

In the field of battery cell manufacturing, system components must deliver precise performance in a compact space. The round and flexible pneumatic cylinders of series 25A-CJ2 do not compromise on performance but save space: they feature high precision and, thanks to their small size, enable space-s…

Insufficiently cleaned compressed air contaminated with dirt particles negatively affects machines, systems, and product quality during the manufacturing of electrodes or battery cells. As part of the maintenance unit of the AC series – consisting of filter, regulator, and lubricator – the modul…

The Battery Show Europe presents from June 28 to 30, 2022, in Stuttgart once again showcasing the latest technologies for the battery and automotive industries. The specialist for electrical and pneumatic automation, SMC, is also loaded with innovative solutions and displays the world's largest rang…

The suction and transportation of ferromagnetic workpieces with uneven surfaces demonstrate the limits of vacuum units on collaborative robots. In such cases, magnetic grippers leverage their strengths to ensure a secure grip on the material across numerous industries. The new MHM-X7400A series from…

The cleanliness requirements in the food industry are particularly high. Therefore, components must not only meet the appropriate conformity certifications but also withstand cleaning to the highest standards—and at the same time, prove their performance. With the JSY5000-H series, automation spec…

For suction, transfer, pulverization, or to promote liquid media such as cleaning or cooling agents, process pumps are used industry-wide. These are increasingly subjected to high demands: from small space and weight requirements to reliability and process safety, up to high performance with low ene…

Whether for Pick-and-Place, packaging and palletizing, or conveyor lines: vacuum generators are used in many applications. Engineers are always faced with the challenge of ensuring high performance and process safety, as well as a space-saving and lightweight machine design and low energy consumptio…