We're always looking for ways to improve our service and our product range. Yesterday we tested a new type of vacuum pump in our workshop in Chesterfield. As a photograph wouldn't be much to look at, we produced a short movie clip of the test and posted it to YouTube (see link below).
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bK_VE77lo5k
The demonstration shown in this movie clip is performed using a direct drive vacuum pump, powered by 240V 1PH with a 1.5kw motor. We successfully test lifted a 25kg (55lb) paper bag - which is a porous load. We expect a capacity of around 40kg (88lb) would be possible on a non-porous object.
This option opens up all kinds of new markets for Palamatic lifting solutions. Specifically in woodworking shops and other facilities that do not have 3PH power supply available.
The 1PH option is available at 60Hz, but this option is not currently in-stock and would require a lead time of approx 6 working weeks to Palamatic.
In addition, the use of this pump at trade shows should lower overall investment costs, as in our experience the 3PH supply and hook up at these events is generally very costly.
Also newly added this afternoon to our YouTube account is another custom tooling movie. This is a multi-purpose gripping tool for handling cartons and pallet lifting. If you take a look at the link below, you'll get a better idea of the design. Essentially we have a tooling framework that allows open topped cartons to be lifted by applying vacuum cups to either side surface. One cup is fixed in place and the other slides along a linear guide rail via a manually operated linkage.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lTtlZGDD4Xg
Further developments this week include a new design of plastic tote bin handling tool. The end user manufactures grout/mortar, which is used for industrial and mining application. The tote bins contain plastic tubes containing this product. The handling application means that these bins need to be lifted from a Robot outbye conveyor to stack on pallets prior to dispatch. There are several sizes of bin and the tooling is designed to suit these various depths. As such the design incorporates the simple latching mechanism demonstrated.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nGcU2pcbn4A
The Palamatic vacuum lifter acts as an aid to solve manual handling issues. by applying vacuum cups or mechanical pneumatic grip tooling, a single operator can lift as much as 350kg (770lb).
For more information, please contact us at sales@palamatic.com or via the online enquiry form -
http://www.palamatic.com/materials/contact.php
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