1. Pneumatic Control for Vertical Form-Fill-Seal (VFFS) Food Packaging
Integration into the main air preparation assembly of a VFFS machine used for packaging snacks or dry powders. The unit regulates the operating pressure for the sealing jaw cylinders and the film drive mechanism.
Problem SolvedPrevents food contamination and inconsistent sealing. Standard air supplies often contain particulates that compromise hygiene standards in food zones. Furthermore, pressure fluctuations can cause the heat-sealing jaws to apply uneven force, resulting in leaking packages.
Filtration grade 5 µmISO 8573-1:2010 [6:4:4]Pressure regulation 0.3 ... 7 barFood industry suitabilityCRC 2 Corrosion Resistance
2. Air Preparation for Electronics SMT Pick-and-Place Machines
Installed as the point-of-use filter regulator for Surface Mount Technology (SMT) assembly cells. It conditions the air supply for miniature vacuum generators and high-speed solenoid valves that handle delicate electronic components.
Problem SolvedProtects sensitive miniature pneumatics from failure. In electronics assembly, even microscopic pipe scale or dust (protected against by the 5 µm filter) can clog the tiny orifices of pilot valves or vacuum ejectors, causing dropped components or machine downtime.
Standard nominal flow rate 1500 l/minSize 4 (Compact Grid)Max. pressure hysteresis 0.25 barOperating medium Inert gasesPore size <5 µm
3. Precision Force Control for Robotic End-of-Arm Tooling (EOAT)
Mounting on the base of a robotic cell to regulate the grip force of pneumatic grippers handling fragile objects (e.g., glass vials or plastic housings). The unit ensures the grippers actuate with specific, repeatable force.
Problem SolvedEliminates product damage due to excessive gripping force. By utilizing the 'D6' pressure range (0.3 to 7 bar), engineers can dial in a lower, precise pressure (e.g., 2.5 bar) to grip fragile items gently, while the high flow rate (1500 l/min) ensures the gripper closes instantly to maintain cycle times.
Pressure regulation range 0.3 ... 7 barController function Output pressure constantFlow rate 1500 l/minProduct weight 275 gReturn flow function
