Pneumatic Cylinders Prove Precise and Versatile for Warehouse and Intralogistics Systems
In warehouse and intralogistics systems, pneumatic cylinders are often a smart choice. Although you can find other means of delivering linear motion for these systems, pneumatic cylinders offer an exceptional combination of precision, speed, cleanliness and easy integration. They’re also cost-effective and versatile. This blog post will provide an overview of prevalent warehouse and intralogistics equipment along with some examples of pneumatic solutions that are well-suited for the application.
From accurate picking and placement of goods to ensuring racks and bins are positioned where and when they are needed, precise, controlled linear motion is critical in warehouse and intralogistics systems. That’s why pneumatics are used throughout conventional and automated warehouses as well as in modern intralogistics systems. The right air cylinder minimizes errors and maximizes the efficiency to deliver a better bottom line for the entire operation. Here is just a small sample of the many applications that benefit from pneumatic components:
- Conveyors. Air cylinders provide well-controlled starts and stops when moving goods and materials through the facility. They also find use in reject arms that divert unwanted items from the conveyor. The Original Pancake®, Pancake® II, NFPA and FAE cylinders are particularly well-suited for conveyor machinery. Stopper cylinders, such as Fabco-Air’s ST Series and Global Series™ provide controlled decelerations to dampen impacts.
- Automated storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS). Pneumatic cylinders ensure bins and trays achieve precise vertical motion to allow easy storage and retrieval in high-density systems.
- Palletizers and depalletizers. Many pneumatic cylinders are designed to provide the high forces needed to load or unload heavy goods typically stored on pallets. Our Original Pancake, Pancake® II and FGM Series with an extended power range offer effective load-bearing capability. Stainless steel cylinders like our F Series and FAE Series are also attractive for use in food and beverage operations.
- Pick and place systems. Robot arms in space-constrained pick and place systems demand precise linear motion. The Original Pancake and Pancake® II cylinders provide effective strength in a short-stroke unit.
- Packaging equipment. At Fabco-Air, we offer a wide range of cylinders to perform a variety of tasks in packaging equipment such as sealing, labeling and stacking. Examples include our F Series, Original Pancake, Pancake® II and FGM Series cylinders.
- Automated guided vehicles (AGVs). Air cylinders help raise and lower loads for AGVs navigating warehouses and distribution centers.
In addition to our lineup of air cylinders, we also offer a full range of air preparation units to enhance air quality so your pneumatic systems will perform at their best and last a long time in warehouse and intralogistics systems and equipment.
A Wide Range of Pneumatic Components Plus Selection Expertise
When your warehouse and intralogistics equipment calls for controlled linear motion, there’s a pneumatic cylinder with the size, construction and force that will meet your needs — available in high volumes and with quick turnaround times. At Fabco-Air, we offer a wide range of pneumatic components to ensure your systems and equipment perform optimally over a long lifetime. To specify an ideal air cylinder for your application, contact our experienced sales engineers who can help you begin your selection.
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