Outsourcing of manufacturing is common in the aerospace and defense industry. Because the industry is heavily influenced by the economy, politics, government regulations and consumer confidence aerospace/defense manufacturers are being mandated to streamline their manufacturing processes. The industry requires real-time visibility, agility and accuracy when dealing with demand fluctuations, supply chain disruptions and the expectations […]
What our SmartDispenser® Customers are Saying About Us
The SmartDispenser® fluid dispensing system by Fishman Corporation utilizes AirFree® dispensing technology. It provides control and monitoring of a consistent repeatable assembly fluid deposit worldwide resulting in increased bottom line profits through higher productivity, fewer rejects, less fluid waste and lower production costs. Here’s what some of our customers are saying about the SmartDispenser®: “We […]
Fishman Fluid Dispense Guns Are Used by BioPrinter Manufacturer Organovo to Dispense Cells
The Fishman Linear Dispense Gun is used by Organovo because it provides the process control that is needed for applications in bioprinting. Fishman AirFree® technology eliminates the guesswork and unpredictability that is associated with air-driven systems. The AirFree® linear drive system (LDS) is repeatable within ±5%, ensuring the same amount of material is dispensed each […]
SmartDispenser® Fiber Optics Dispensing Series
It is critical that fiber optic and photonic manufacturers control precise dispense amounts. The precision that is needed is impossible to achieve with pneumatic fluid dispensing systems for a number of reasons. The pulsed air supplied to the syringe stresses the material and changes the homogeneity of certain materials. Because air contains moisture, it can […]
Solder Paste Dispensing with Linear Drive Technology
The solder paste dispensing process began with pneumatics. Pneumatic dispensers were at one time the only method available for hand-held and automatic dispensing of solder paste. Any device used to dispense solder paste (hand held gun, automated workstation, diaphragm, spool, needle, piston, etc.) depended on a column of air under pressure to force material through […]
How the SmartDispenser® Provides Problem-Free Cyanoacrylate Dispensing
Cyanoacrylate, also known as “CA” or “super glue” is an adhesive that is typically used by medical device manufacturers because of its short cure time and great bond strength. CA is available in thin fluids or gels and the adhesive reacts with moisture ions on the surface of the conjoining substrates, creating the bond. Strength […]
Performance Features and Capabilities of AirFree® Fluid Dispensing
Technicians no longer need to live with the uncertainties and shortcomings of pneumatics or deal with the production delays due to the need to calculate and recalculate settings, material waste, and inconsistent performance that happen as a result. Fluid dispensing has gone AirFree®. Key performance features and capabilities of AirFree® fluid dispensing include: Operation without […]
Controlling the Fluid Dispense Process: SmartDispenser® Ease of Set Up
Not only is the AirFree® technology of the SmartDispenser® fluid dispensing system able to provide users with a consistent, repeatable assembly fluid deposit worldwide and increase bottom line profits through higher productivity, the SmartDispenser® is also very easy to set up. Follow these 8 simple set up screens to get the SmartDispenser® up and running: […]
Benefits of the SmartDispenser® Linear Drive System (LDS)
Instead of using pneumatics, the SmartDispenser® Linear Drive System (LDS) employs a linear actuator that controls the rotation of a lead screw. This control over the lead screw then controls the linear movement of the piston in the syringe. The Linear Drive System differs from all other types of pumps in both design and functionality […]
The Downside of Pneumatic Fluid Dispensing
Assembly fluid dispensing began with pneumatics. Hand-held, bench-top, automated workstation, diaphragm, spool, needle, and piston valve dispensers were air driven, meaning that they depended on a column of air under pressure to force assembly fluid through the dispensing tip and onto a substrate. The pneumatic fluid dispensing process is still used across many industries, however […]