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IFP AUTOMATION’S ENGINEERING BLOG: OUR THOUGHTS ON THE LATEST INNOVATIONS IN
CONTROLS, AUTOMATION, FLUID POWER AND DESIGN SOLUTIONS FOR THE INDUSTRIAL AND
MOBILE MARKETPLACES.
By Sean Clarke
In Industrial Motion, Uncategorized Posted August 4, 2021
7 PROBLEMS IFP AUTOMATION HELPS MANUFACTURERS SOLVE USING ROBOTICS
7 Problems IFP Automation Helps Manufacturers Solve Using Robotics
1. They want to reduce workplace injuries – Any repetitive task is a possible
target area for robotics in manufacturing, particularly if it’s difficult or
dangerous for a person or takes place in a hostile environment. Robotics can
protect workers from repetitive, mundane and dangerous tasks.
2. They need to stay competitive in domestic manufacturing – Robotics are in
greater use than ever today than ever. Manufacturers increasingly need to
embrace automation to stay competitive Automation allows domestic companies to
be price competitive with offshore companies.
3. They need to increase the productive output of their plant – In creating
efficiencies with automating tasks, robotics in manufacturing can achieve higher
throughput and help manufacturers do more with their facilities and equipment.
4. They are struggling with keeping production jobs in the US – When our
domestic manufacturers can’t compete, jobs are sent offshore. Robotics can help
to create jobs by reshoring more manufacturing work. Additional skilled jobs can
be created like engineering, programming, management and equipment maintenance.
5. They need to assign valuable workforce labor to other areas of their
plant- Robots free up manpower to let companies maximize workers’ skills in
other areas of the business.
6. They need to improve quality results of their manufactured product – Robots
used in manufacturing create efficiencies all the way from raw material handling
to finished product packing.
7. They need to gain a rapid return on investment – Robots achieve ROI quickly,
often within two years, offsetting their upfront cost.
Today’s labor market includes fewer skilled manufacturing workers due to decades
of offshoring, and robots eliminate the shortfall
1. Robots can be programmed to operate 24/7 in lights-out situations for
continuous production.
2. Robotic equipment is highly flexible and can be customized to perform even
complex functions
3. Automation can be highly cost-effective for nearly every size of company,
including small shops.
4. Department of Labor statistics indicate that American workers are maximizing
their output capacity, and robots help manufacturers break that ceiling.
IFP Automation’s partnership approach to helping you evaluate the use of
robotics in your facility or on your machine includes:
* Introduction
* Needs Evaluation
* Analysis & Recommendations
* Execution
Are you struggling with any of the above 7 challenges? Contact us here to
receive a personalized contact by an IFP Application Engineer:
ABOUT IFP AUTOMATION
IFP Automation supplies innovative technology and design solutions to the
automation and mobile marketplaces. Our firm is a technology supplier
specializing in the design and supply of automation and motion control products
to OEM, integrator, and end user customers. Companies partner with IFP because
they like the depth of our product and application knowledge and our commitment
to outstanding customer service.
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By Sean Clarke
In Uncategorized Posted March 16, 2020
IFP AUTOMATION & MIDPRO – WE ARE OPEN AND READY TO HELP YOU
March 16, 2020
Attention Valued Customers of IFP Automation
IFP Automation (Indianapolis & Fort Wayne including our manufacturing location),
MIDpro Fluid Power, and our Parker Store in Ft Wayne are open for business!
The current restrictions being put in place to protect us all from possible
infection by the COVID19 virus has limited our ability to work with you at your
facilities. However, IFP sales personnel, engineers & technicians are available
to visit your facilities on an as needed basis if your current visitation
restrictions allow for it.
Our manufactured systems and shop assembly services are still fully staffed and
continue to build system assemblies, electrical panels, hydraulic and other
engineered systems, kitted packages and more.
Throughout this pause in our ability to visit you in person, work still needs to
get done.
IFP has invested in the technologies needed to continue our work with you on a
virtual basis. I would ask that you consider the list of ways IFP has to
communicate with you, allowing your work to be completed with our personnel.
1. Zoom Web Conference, Phone Teleconferencing, & Video Conferencing.
2. Remote machine access: Our engineers are able to access your equipment
remotely to perform troubleshooting and upgrades as needed.
3. Cellular and VoIP Phones: Each IFP sales engineer, application engineer, and
customer service person has been provided company cellular phones and/or
VoIP phones. Contact by phone is still very much available.
4. Smart Phone pictures of machine parts needed and problems from your phones
can be sent.
5. Shipments Continue: Shipping department is fully functional. Samples of
materials to be prototyped or items to be repaired can also be sent to IFP.
6. Virtual Online Collaboration: Sharing of information, drawings, schematics,
& more can be done through:
* * One Drive
* Microsoft Teams
* Basecamp
* Dropbox
It is key to our mutual success that we continue to move forward on projects and
concepts for future work. This pause in contact does not need to result in a
stalling of our work.
We feel it is time to be creative and overcome this challenge together!
IFP looks forward to our continued relationship as your fluid power, automation,
controls, safety and robotics partner during the coming weeks.
We are ready and able to help you.
Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions. In the meantime, let’s
keep our work together moving forward.
Bernie Clarke
President
IFP Automation
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www.midprofluidpower.com
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By Paul Rice
In New Technology Posted October 25, 2019
COMAU MATE EXOSKELETON
WEARABLE ERGONOMIC SUPPORT
Imagine the power your operators can feel in using this wearable technology
while carrying out their daily tasks.
Introducing MATE, Comau Exoskeleton, an ergonomically designed structure which
eases the repetitive movements and relieves the effort, thanks to a lightweight,
breathable and effective postural support.
Developed in collaboration with ÖSSUR, an Icelandic leading non-invasive
orthopedic company, and IUVO, a spin-off company of the Italian BioRobotics
Institute specialized in wearable technologies, and commercialized by Comau, our
Exoskeleton is fully able to replicate dynamic movements of the shoulder
while enwrapping the body like a second skin. This ensures greater comfort for
the worker and increases work quality and efficiency by providing consistent
movement assistance during manual and repetitive tasks.
KEY FEATURES
* Designed in close collaboration with factory workers engaged in manual
activities
* Naturally comfortable, breathable postural structure
* Compact structure
* Passive mechanism
Download MATE Exoskeleton Brochure
KEY BENEFITS
* Reduced muscular and cardiac fatigue
* Improved posture and thus reduced occupational diseases
* Naturally comfortable and highly breathable
* Follows the physiological movements without resistance or misalignment
* Improved precision of repetitive tasks
* Improved job quality and work excellence
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By Paul Rice
In New Technology, Parker Posted September 13, 2019
CONDITION MONITORING – LISTEN TO THE VOICE OF YOUR MACHINE
Voice of the Machine™ Software and SensoNODE Sensors create an advanced
condition monitoring solutions for equipment and machines that delivers vital
measurement data and analytics.
One of the biggest recent advancements in industrial manufacturing is the
proliferation of sensors on all types of industrial equipment, from connectors,
hose and tubing to pumps, motors, actuators and filters. Data from these sensors
creates enormous opportunity to transform the way industrial equipment is
operated and maintained.
Voice of the Machine is a centralized strategy to ensure standardization across
all Parker IoT-empowered products, providing visibility into critical
components. Voice of the Machine makes it easier and more cost effective for you
to remotely monitor assets to improve safety and reduce risk, maintenance cost
and unplanned downtime while uncovering hidden opportunities to improve
efficiency.
SensoNODE™ Gold
SensoNODE™ Gold is Parker’s series of networked, wireless sensors that are
developed for continuous condition monitoring via the cloud or local
applications. That means as long as you have an internet signal, you can get
up-to-date measurements.
* Wireless sensors that are small in size
* Simple installation: place and go
* Provides accurate measurements
* Place sensors at point of need
* Long battery life
* Long range radio
* Durable construction for harsh environments – IP65 rate
Route-based monitoring and diagnostics
Parker’s route-based monitoring and diagnostics allow workers to take instant
measurements of individual assets wirelessly, and record those measurements
using their mobile device. Compared to traditional wired gauges, users spend
less time getting measurements and can avoid potentially unsafe working
conditions; e.g. monitoring mobile equipment. Parker’s Voice of the
Machine™ Software and SensoNODE™ Gold Sensors deliver a complete standalone
solution that isn’t dependent on a facility network or IT department.
Voice of the Machine™ Software
Voice of the Machine Software is Parker’s cloud-based continuous condition
monitoring interface that provides alerts, status, and analytics for increased
awareness of your processes and assets anywhere, anytime.
* Access to data anytime, anywhere
* Easy to use web-based interface
* No software download – no updates
* Receive alert notifications – email, text message, or in-system
* Visualize data in a way that makes most sense
* Customize alerts, trend charts, and dashboards
* View measurement anomalies easily
* Support continuous improvement efforts with trend data
* Multiple user access levels
* Remotely monitor multiple sites and sensors
* Export and share data
Start the Voice of the Machine™ Cloud Software and SensoNODE Gold experience
with our easy to use Starter Kit.
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By Sean Clarke
In Uncategorized Posted June 7, 2019
TABLET POWERED COLLABORATIVE ROBOTS
Programming robotics for simple pick and place applications doesn’t have to be
hard. In some cases, they can be programmed via a tablet app – even by a 5 year
old!
The other day we had a visit from a 5 year old (my son Declan) to IFP
Automation, and he was able to get our collaborative robot doing work pretty
quickly! #STEM #Automation #NoCoding
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