News & Updates from Automation Devices, Inc.

Cast Aluminum Vibratory Feeder Bowl In Stock!

Posted on March 18th, 2024 at 3:22 PM
Cast Aluminum Vibratory Feeder Bowl In Stock!

Automation Devices has cast aluminum vibratory feeder bowls in stock. 

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Orienting Various Part Shapes with Tooling - Cylindrical Parts

Posted on March 6th, 2024 at 2:16 PM
Orienting Various Part Shapes with Tooling - Cylindrical Parts

Examples of orienting Various Part Shapes - Cylindrical Parts

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Custom Fork Rhino Trailer Spotters

Posted on February 23rd, 2024 at 2:52 PM
Custom Fork Rhino Trailer Spotters

Fork Rhino trailer spotters are available in a variety of configurations including custom models built to your specific needs.

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ADI welcomes Evan Lang to the team as an applications engineer

Posted on January 8th, 2024 at 3:47 PM
ADI welcomes Evan Lang to the team as an applications engineer

ADI welcomes Evan Lang to the team as an applications emgineer

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Trouble Shooting Vibratory Feeders Part 4 -Noise

Posted on November 30th, 2023 at 2:07 PM

If your vibratory feeder is making an undesirable level of noise, these are some of the instances that may contribute to noisy operation: Noisy operation of vibratory feeders is becoming more and more of a problem in factories. However, many sources of noise in feeder operation can be eliminated with simple maintenance and repairs.

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Base Driver Unit Voltage

Posted on September 27th, 2023 at 11:14 AM
Base Driver Unit Voltage

There's an easy way to tell the voltage of an Automation Devices base driver unit

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Stainlesss Steel Vibratory Feeder Bowls In Stock !

Posted on September 21st, 2023 at 2:44 PM
Stainlesss Steel Vibratory Feeder Bowls In Stock !

Stainless Steel Vibratory Feeder Bowls In Stock and Ready to Ship !

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Trouble Shooting Vibratory Feeders Part 3 -Intermittent Operation

Posted on August 25th, 2023 at 3:17 PM

Intermittent operation is almost always electrical.  Generally the symptom is that the feeder will increase its amplitude to the maximum amplitude for no apparent reason.  Occasionally it will simply return to the correct amplitude again for no apparent reason or it will simply run at maximum amplitude no matter where the control is set.

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Rubber Vibration Isolators

Posted on June 29th, 2023 at 3:10 PM
Rubber Vibration Isolators

Rubber vibration isolators play a crucial role in controlling vibrations, reducing noise levels, and preserving the integrity of structures and equipment across various industries. With their ability to absorb and dissipate mechanical energy, they help increase tthe efficiency of vibratory equipment and help prolong the lifespan of machinery.

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Trouble Shooting Vibratory Feeders Part 2 - Dead Spots in the Feeder Bowl

Posted on June 15th, 2023 at 10:26 AM
Trouble Shooting Vibratory Feeders Part 2 - Dead Spots in the Feeder Bowl

Dead spots usually appear suddenly, however they can develop gradually.  They are always caused by some imbalance in the springing assuming that the feeder once worked satisfactorily.  The presence of tooling added after factory tuning can cause dead spots and is usually noticed immediately upon operation after the addition. 

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