Aerospace

Aerospace is a high-tech industry that manufactures airplanes and related parts. Very large parts and sections with complex geometries require vacuum solutions for handling or clamping during machining.The production process is distinguished by a high degree of precision and safety. PIAB has a long history of working with regional and global aerospace customers.

Vacuum for instrument calibration

Vacuum is used for simulation of different atmospheric pressures and different altitudes for instrument calibration. Advantages with Piab No service required on Piab vacuum pumps Easy adjustable vacuum level Easy to install

Vacuum lamination/bagging (vacuum infusion)

During the manufacturing of laminated products like veneer sheets and plastic hull of a a boat, vacuum is used to eliminate bubbles and thereby increase the material strength. Advantages with Piab No service required on Piab vacuum pumps Energy-saving function can easily be incorporated Easy adjustable vacuum level Easy to ...

Degassing

To achieve an effective degassing of oils and other liquids, vacuum is used. The largest possible surface area is exposed to vacuum. Advantages with PIAB No service required on PIAB vacuum pumps Easy adjustable vacuum level Easy to install

Evacuation of molds

Vacuum is applied on mold cavities to give molded products a better definition. Advantages with PIAB No service required on PIAB vacuum pumps Low noise level Easy to install

Leak testing

Many parts and systems must be airtight to operate correctly. Vacuum is a fairly common method of conducting leak tests. When vacuum is applied, any leaks are detected by small changes in pressure. Leak testing is typically performed both in the assembly of systems as well as in the manufacturing of parts/sub-components. Advantages with ...

Vacuum assembly fixture - clamping

In several industries there are clamping fixtures where suction cups are used to hold parts during assembly, forming, cutting or other machining operations. In many cases the cycle times are long and an energy-saving system is therefore recommended. Advantages with PIAB Reduced energy consumption with COAX® technology and ...

Metal forming - bending, hemming, drilling and cutting

Vacuum is mainly used for loading and unloading in metal forming processes and sometimes holding and sorting of the workpiece within the machine. Punching machine, a machine for punching holes in metal. Laser cutting is a technology that uses a laser to cut materials. The bending machine is a metalworking machine that allows the bending ...

Ergonomic lifter

Reducing injury and increasing productivity are often accomplished with the aid of ergonomic lifting devices. This type of equipment allows one or two operators to lift, move and manipulate large and small objects with vacuum. Unlike a robot, the lifting device requires an operator to position the part being handled. Reliable safety ...

Vacuum holding for testing/measuring

Vacuum is used in test equipment for printed circuit boards to press the board against the electrical test points. The vacuum creates an even pressure/force over the entire board. Advantages with PIAB Reduced energy consumption with COAX® technology and optimizers Easy to control and adjust the vacuum level