KOR-LOK®

KOR-LOK® Side Action Systems (core pull & locking cylinders) are for preloading and locking movable cores on injection molds and die cast dies, providing improved part quality, cycle speed, and smaller mold/smaller press capability.

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QUICK MOLD CHANGE

Hydra-Jaws™ Quick Mold Change and Hydra-Latch™ Quick Knockout Systems provide consistent clamping and support rapid mold changes for a wide range of mold sizes in a single machine. Clamps move to fit the mold!

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QUICK DIE CHANGE

Provide easily customized solutions for single minute exchange of dies (SMED). Locking and check valve hydraulic clamping, die rails/lifters, 5,000 psi pump controllers, mechanical die lifters, and bolster extensions are just a few options available.

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LOCKING OR BRAKING CYLINDERS

Lock when Extended or Lock when Retracted – metal in groove locking cylinders – with pneumatic (PVS or Hydraulic (HYS) operation – lock and hold very high loads (10x typical hydraulic cylinders). Air Braking Cylinders (KPS) hold typical loads in any position.

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Locking Cylinders, Core Pull Cylinders, Quick Die Change, Quick Mold Change, Robotic Grippers and so much more!

PFA manufactures locking cylinders and core pull cylinders for molds and dies; quick mold change and quick die change systems for injection molding, die casting, and metal stamping; locking and braking actuators/cylinders for work cell and heavy industrial applications; and robotic end-effectors, grippers, and gripper pads for robotic applications. Both off the shelf and custom solutions are available to make your application a success.

PFA Incorporated 2015-01-01 December 13, 2024
Hydraulic Locking Cylinders - Preloading KOR-LOK Side Action Systems for Injection Molds
KOR-LOK® Side Action Systems
Preloading and Locking Core Pull Cylinders specifically designed for Injection Molds. Zero Flash Molded Parts on the First Shot! There is only one KOR-LOK® - if you're not talking to PFA you're not getting a KOR-LOK®. With 100% preload at ZERO pressure and fast Delivery on ANY STROKE size, you are just learning about what KOR-LOK® can do for you.
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PFA Incorporated 2015-01-02 December 13, 2024
PFA Hydra-Jaws Quick Mold Change and Hydra-Latch Quick Knock Out Systems.
Hydra-Jaws™ Quick Mold Change (QMC)
PFA's Quick Mold Change plates and Quick Knock-Out systems can be used together or separately to provide rapid mold change capability with the confidence of hydraulic clamping force and true mechanical clamp holding.  The unique slot design supports changeover from top/bottom to right/left clamping or any combination desired.  Once clamped, mechanical locks hold the mold secure without hydraulic pressure.
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PFA Incorporated 2015-01-03 December 13, 2024
PFA - QDC High Speed Single Minute Exchange of Die SMED Hydraulic Clamps and systems
Quick Die Change (QDC)
From PFA's unique portable Mechanical Die Lifters and spring loaded lifters to high force hydraulic clamping and lifting systems, you'll find the items to build a system to meet your needs at a price you can afford.  QDC systems speed up production, keep presses running, and make die changes simple and efficient.  Proven systems that have excellent ROI and increase employee satisfaction are a win/win for everyone.
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PFA Incorporated 2015-01-04 December 13, 2024
SWITCHMAX® Connectivity Cables
SWITCHMAX® Connectivity Cables
More than simply cables, PFA's NEW SWITCHMAX® connectivity solution, originally designed to connect multiple side-action mold cylinder sensors in series for easy "plug and play" connections machine inputs, SWITCHMAX® now offers cross connected sensor verification, PNP and Relay sensor connections, relay power adaptors for AC and zero volt inputs, and much more. Systems are now often used without cylinders for customized sensing of mold actions and integrating rocker and plunger switches.
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PFA Incorporated 2015-01-05 December 13, 2024
Hydraulic and Pneumatic Locking Cylinder High Force Holding PFA
Self-Locking and Braking Cylinders
Self-Locking Cylinders function with common standard cylinder two port activation, but provide locking and holding forces up to 10 times more than a standard cylinder of the same bore size. Braking cylinders are less aggressive for holding force, but employ an internal to rod brake that allows holding loads at any location in the stroke.
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PFA Incorporated 2015-01-06 December 13, 2024
Modular End-of-Arm Automation EOAT
Modular End-of-Arm Automation (EOAT)
With some of the highest force to weight ratio Grippers, PFA really does GRIP IT! And that's not all - we have Compliance Devices and Flexible Wrist Overload Protection (OPD's) for a complete modular EOAT solution. Don't forget to check out our popular GRIPPER PADS with fused metal (steel and aluminum) backing for applications ranging from heavy industry to human interacting collaborative robots (Cobots)!
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