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HMI
A human-machine interface (HMI) is a user interface, dashboard or device that allows an operator to monitor and control a manufacturing process or a machine. The term HMI is almost exclusively used in an industrial context. It can refer to a standalone display, an embedded PC, an industrial PC, a computer program, a web-based interface, etc. HMIs […]
Industrial Vision Systems
Industrial vision systems are a technology innovation that allows manufacturing machines to have eyes. Visions systems are able to accurately locate a product or item and the specific position of such a product to increase in accuracy of a production environment. These vision systems allow other automation technologies to grab, move, or shift the product […]
High-end Cables and Cordsets
Cables and cordsets aid in connecting and powering automation systems, especially sensors. A cordset transfers electrical power from a supply to your equipment. Connectors connect the ends of cordsets to the equipment being powered. Choosing the right set of cables and cordsets for your applications is essential for effectively and safely powering your automation system. […]
LED Lighting
In manufacturing, lighting is a critical component that affects cost, safety and productivity. Inadequate lighting can result in poor visibility, low employee morale, reduced safety, increased fatigue, and reduced quality control. Therefore, it is of utmost importance that both ambient and safety lights are optimized for each environment and application. Industrial LED lighting is the […]
High-Quality Sensors
Handling the pressure of manufacturing demand in today’s world can be difficult. Trying to do this while keeping costs down can be even harder. However, innovations like sensors can make producing more product for cheaper much easier. Sensors allow machine designers to measure and control machine functions accurately and quickly. The sensors essentially become the […]
Actuators
The ability to automate processes in the manufacturing industry has been a huge step for many companies. Although automation makes operations simpler and more time-efficient overall, parts of the automation process need to be seamless to achieve best results. One part needed to make this happen is electric actuators. These are actuators that convert electrical […]
Industrial Electric Actuators
The ability to automate processes in the manufacturing industry has been a huge step taken by many companies. Although automation streamlines operations and enables them to be more time-efficient overall, parts of the automation process need to be seamless to achieve best results. One component necessary to making this happen is electric actuators. These are […]
Electrical Sensors
JHFOSTER distributes leading categories of photo-electric sensors including LED, laser and fiber optic that are available in beam-break and beam-make versions with a variety of sensing models. Photoelectric LED sensors are devices that detect a change in light intensity and have become a very important component to modern automated production process within the manufacturing industry. […]
Industrial Vacuum Pumps
At JHFOSTER, we distribute a full line of industrial vacuum pumps and medical vacuum systems from manufacturers like Elmo Rietschle. With over 150 years of combined experience, our service technicians have the knowledge and skills to service all major brands of vacuum pumps, and we can provide 6040 certified maintenance technicians when required by NFPA-99. […]
Reliable Air Piping Systems
Compressed air flows from your compressor to the end-users (pneumatic machines, workstations, etc.) through your compressed air piping so it can be utilized at your machines and operate air tools, etc. Whether the piping is aluminum, copper, black iron, galvanized piping or schedule 80 PVC for vacuum and cooling, it’s very important to choose the […]