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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Gear Motors, Gearboxes, Motion Control, Servo Motors

How to Quickly Respond to a Motion Control Systems Issue

by Tim Swedberg February 14, 2023

Motion control is a sub-field of automation that deals with the precise movement of individual parts of a machine. What are the primary types of Motion Control... Read more.

Automation, Electric Actuators, Pneumatic Actuators

Electric vs. Pneumatic Actuators: Which One is Right for You?

by Tim Swedberg February 9, 2023

The choice between pneumatic and electric actuators is not always an easy one. However, the two technologies are so different that one can rarely be a replacement... Read more.

Automation, Pneumatic Actuators

The Differences Between Rotary and Linear Pneumatic Actuators

by Tim Swedberg February 2, 2023

Linear Pneumatic Actuators can move something in a straight line using a piston with compressed air applied to achieve linear motion. The output motion of Linear... Read more.

2F-140 Adaptive Gripper on TM Collaborative Robot

Robotics, Safety

Understanding the Safety Functions of Collaborative Robots

by Tim Swedberg January 24, 2023

As the use of collaborative robots continues to expand in industrial workplaces, humans are more frequently sharing space with cobots, as they’ve come to be nicknamed.... Read more.

iot industry 4.0 concept,industrial engineer using software (augmented, virtual reality) in tablet to monitoring machine in real time.Smart factory use Automation robot arm in automotive manufacturing

Industrial Robotics, Robotics

How to Select the Best Industrial Robot for Manufacturing Applications

by Tim Swedberg January 17, 2023

As robotic technology continues to develop, more manufacturers are applying industrial robots to automate tasks that are repetitive or dangerous for human workers... Read more.

Motion Control

Troubleshooting Motion Control Malfunctions

by Tim Swedberg January 12, 2023

Motion control is a critical part of automated equipment and machinery found at industrial facilities. Malfunctions can result in downtime, wasted material, and... Read more.

Automation, Electric Actuators

How to Select a High-Quality Industrial Electric Actuator

by Tim Swedberg January 10, 2023

With the rise of robotics and automation, electric linear actuators have become an essential component in the processing equipment, assembly machinery, machine tools... Read more.

Automation, Pneumatic Accessories, Pneumatic Actuators, Pneumatic Automation, Service

Regular Maintenance Ensures Functional and Efficient Pneumatic Systems

by Tim Swedberg January 3, 2023

While pneumatic systems are often selected because they have a reputation for providing high reliability in tough industrial applications, that doesn’t mean that... Read more.

Automation, Photoelectric Sensors

Avoid Hazards and Downtime by Replacing Failing Sensors

by Tim Swedberg December 27, 2022

Today’s industrial machines rely heavily on sensors, which serve the function of communicating information about presence, absence, size, level, position and movement... Read more.

Electrical Panels

Understanding Control Panel Enclosure Ratings

by Tim Swedberg December 22, 2022

As manufacturers increasingly rely on automated and mechanical equipment to more efficiently produce products, control panels provide a reliable and effective means... Read more.