Tim Swedberg

Senior Vice President of Automation Integration Group, Tavoron Tim Swedberg, a senior executive with over 30 years of experience in automation integration, is currently serving as Senior VP at Tavoron, where he leads the Automation Integration Group. Previously, he was VP of Global Operations at BW Packaging and founded PASE Group, combining technical expertise and strategic leadership to drive innovation in industries like packaging and food & beverage. Tim holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering with a Minor in Applied Mathematics, and a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Management from the University of North Dakota. He also earned an Associate of Science in Engineering from Minnesota North College.
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Pneumatic Accessories

Preventing Pressure Spikes in Pressure Transducers

by Tim Swedberg April 25, 2023

Most often used to measure pressure in fluid power applications, pressure transducers are usually specified with an allowance for over-pressurization and can operate... Read more.

Industrial Robotics, Robotic Accessories, Robotics

Robots and Workplace Safety

by Tim Swedberg April 11, 2023

Industrial facilities can be a dangerous place for employees. In addition to the usual trips, slips and falls, fast-moving equipment and hazardous areas in manufacturing... Read more.

electric actuator application in the food industry

Automation

Automation Provides a Competitive Edge in the Food Industry

by Tim Swedberg April 4, 2023

The food industry is highly competitive and all segments – from agriculture to food processing to food packaging – currently face skilled labor shortages and... Read more.

Aluminum steel framing structure by 80/20 Inc.

Automation, Safety

Proper Machine Safeguards Prevent Injury & Save Money

by Tim Swedberg March 30, 2023

Industrial presses, cutting and power tools and machines with rotating or fast-moving parts are accidents waiting to happen, yet a lack of proper machine guarding... Read more.

Uncategorized

How to Choose Between an Electric or Fluid-Powered Actuator

by Tim Swedberg March 16, 2023

Actuators are used to control the motion of devices and machines, such as robots and automated equipment. High-quality actuators will move at the required speed... Read more.

Automation

Automation Enables Cost-Efficient Proactive Maintenance Strategies

by Tim Swedberg March 14, 2023

Asset-heavy facilities often struggle to achieve a balance between keeping equipment running and managing costs; however, as machines become more connected thanks... Read more.

Servo Motors

Are Servo Motors Suitable for Your Application?

by Tim Swedberg March 2, 2023

Servo motors provide efficient and precise motion control to many industrial applications. Several types of servo motors are available to meet the needs of even... Read more.

Automation, Electric Actuators

Linear Actuators Improve Medical Equipment and Patient Care

by Tim Swedberg February 28, 2023

Through the years the medical industry has adopted new technologies in an effort to improve patient care and comfort. Linear actuators play a crucial role in many... Read more.

Automation, Electric Actuators

Does My Process Need an Electric Actuator?

by Tim Swedberg February 21, 2023

What are some types of Actuators? Electric Actuators Pneumatic Actuators Hydraulic Actuators How does an Electric Actuator work?... Read more.

Pneumatic Accessories, Uncategorized

What are Three Different Types of Pneumatic Valves?

by Tim Swedberg February 16, 2023

Traits of Pneumatic Valve/Directional Control Valves Spool arrangement A common type of directional control valve that has a spool design. It can be... Read more.