RAPID CONTROL SERVICE HIRES LOCAL BASEBALL PHENOM … AND NEWLY MINTED ENGINEER

RAPID CONTROL SERVICE HIRES LOCAL BASEBALL PHENOM … AND NEWLY MINTED ENGINEER. Locally owned company excited to additional engineering expertise to their team. Grand Rapids, MI – 3 October, 2023 – Rapid Control Service is pleased to welcome Shane Hykin to our outside sales and engineering team. Shane is a recent graduate of Hope College […]

WEST MICHIGAN AUTOMATION COMPANY OFFERS COLLABORATIVE ROBOT SOLUTIONS TO ADDRESS WORKFORCE SHORTAGES

WEST MICHIGAN AUTOMATION COMPANY OFFERS COLLABORATIVE ROBOT SOLUTIONS TO ADDRESS WORKFORCE SHORTAGES Grand Rapids, MI – 21 July 2022 – West Michigan employers across all industries continue to face crippling labor shortages that impact productivity and profitability.  Individual companies can’t do much to address logistical issues or material shortages, but Grand Rapids based automation supplier […]

Makita Launches X-LOCK quick-change system for Angle Grinders

X-LOCK Angle Grinders offer an innovative accessory quick-change system. X-LOCK is a locking mechanism that makes tool-less accessory changes up to 5-times faster than traditional threaded locknut mounting, so you can get back to cutting, grinding, or prepping faster.

STANLEY Assembly Technologies Launches BR12PP-8 Smart Rivet Tool

STANLEY Assembly Technologies and Rapid Assembly Tools are pleased to announce the release of the BR12PP-8 Smart Rivet Tool. This new, high-performance BR12PP-8 Smart Rivet Tool from STANLEY Assembly Technologies is a programmable, smart-rivet reporting system that offers built-in electronics that allow the tool to operate with the standard STANLEY Assembly Technologies QBE-Series Controller or as a standalone system.

Makita First in Service Program

• Keeping up on maintenance of assembly tools in fast paced production environments can be a challenge on the best of days. Fortunately, Makita has the solution to take the load off your maintenance department so they can focus on maximizing your uptime.

Suggestions for Cleaning Assembly Tools during COVID-19

These instructions pertain to correctly cleaning and/or sanitizing corded and cordless assembly tools and controllers.  When cleaning or sanitizing assembly tools, below are a few important guidelines to follow to ensure proper sanitization and prevent equipment damage. Recommended Cleaning/ Sanitization Products: We recommend applying cleaner or sanitizer to a cloth and not directly sprayed on […]