JULY 2009
EMPOWERING ENGINEERS WITH CONFIGURABLE COMPONENTS

Case Study - MISUMI Reduces Cost, Saves Time for Farris Automated Systems

Farris Automated Systems (FAS) in Hartland, Wisconsin, is a system integrator focused on the design, production and assembly of custom turnkey automation systems, mechanical systems and PLC/drive controls for use throughout North American industries. The company specializes in pick-and-place and assembly applications for food processing and automotive component manufacturers. FAS began using MISUMI mechanical/automation components in August, 2005. FAS engineers found MISUMI while searching the Internet for alternative suppliers of components commonly used in their custom machines. Brian Terry, FAS Project Manager, along with President Mark Johansen, said, “We were looking for an alternative source for standard...

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An assortment of mechanical and automation components on this ultrasonic welding and tube cutting machine were configured by FAS engineers using the MISUMI CAD Configurator
 
Tech Data: Tightening Bolts
Tech Data: Strength of Bolts, Screw Plugs & Dowel Pins

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Misumi offers a variety of white paper downloads, to help you incorporate configurable
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  NEW PRODUCTS
Misumi Unveils New Miniature Linear Guides for Motion Control Machinery and Systems

Standard and Advanced versions feature dowel holes on rail and block. Guides are available in a multitude of sizes and configurations, including wide and long blocks, preload, interchangeable and small clearance types. Misumi announces the addition of several new Miniature Linear Guides to its expansive family of high quality, configurable linear motion components. The new Miniature Linear Guides feature dowel holes on rail and block for fast, easy positioning. The new components include Misumi Product Numbers: SSELBP, SSEBMP, SSEPWP and SSELBWP.

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