DXF Converter Tutorial Video

June 25th, 2010 Posted in News |

The X-SEL DXF converter translates CAD data into robot position coordinates.  Users can import position data directly from drawings into the X-SEL point tables. Example applications are pick & place and dispensing. Watch the DXF Converter tutorial video to see how it’s done.

The 7 Benefits of ROBO Cylinder®

June 24th, 2010 Posted in News |

IAI America’s ROBO Cylinders are much more energy efficient and last much longer than the pneumatic cylinders still in use today.  But there are even more benefits you’d better know about.

1. Multiple Positioning
2. Push and Hold function
3. Acceleration and Deceleration settings
4. Zone Output Signal
5. Pause Input
6. Incremental Movement
7. Speed Change During Movement

Please watch the 7 Benefits of ROBO Cylinder video to learn all about it.

Introduction to X-SEL PC Software Video Tutorial

June 22nd, 2010 Posted in News |

A new 15 minute X-SEL PC Software video tutorial is now available. The XSEL PC software is fully programmable and can perform many of the same functions as a small PLC.

Please view the X-SEL PC Software video tutorial to learn more.

IAI Catalog Checklist June 2010

May 28th, 2010 Posted in New IAI Literature |

The IAI Catalog Checklist for June 2010 is now available.

Please login into your distributor account at IAI America and click “Request Catalogs” to order

Please click here to download the PDF (244kb)

Pneumatic to ROBO Cylinder Video on MachineDesign

May 27th, 2010 Posted in News |

Lee Teshler, the editor of MachineDesign interviews IAI’s Chris Prior:

In this interview, Chris Prior discusses the advantage of replacing pneumatic linear actuators with electromechanical systems.

Click on Chris to watch the video.

IAI Application Demo Videos on YouTube

May 26th, 2010 Posted in Application Examples, New Products, News |

Please visit our YouTube page for our latest video uploads.

IAI YouTube Page

MEC | Mechanical Engineer Controller

May 26th, 2010 Posted in New Products |

(The MEC Controller will be available August 2010)

Easy Operation

Are you new to IAI products? The new revolutionary MEC controller is designed with easy operation in mind. Get setup and running in record time with the intuitive user panel of the MEC controller. Acceleration and speed can easily be adjusted by a turn of the knob, no need to flip through pages and pages of the manual!
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Actuator Selection Graph: Stroke and Price

May 18th, 2010 Posted in New IAI Literature, New Products |

iai equipment selection graph

Have you ever want see a visual representation of how IAI’s actuators compare to one another based on price and stroke?

The graph above shows the interrelation of stroke and pricing. Please use this graph as a reference tool by choosing the desired stroke and looking up the model that best suits your unique application.

For detailed information, please click here to download the PDF

RC General Catalog Corrections – XSEL Controller

April 15th, 2010 Posted in Catalog Corrections and Updates |

Page 425  of the ROBO Cylinder General catalog PDF has been corrected (Controller Section).

The correction is on the ‘XSEL-P/Q Type’ of page 425. The power voltage selection choice should read ‘Single phase AC200V’ and ‘Three phase AC200V.’

Please download the updated PDF by clicking here.

Visit IAI America at the ATX South 2010 Expo

April 7th, 2010 Posted in News, Tradeshows |



Please join IAI America at the ATX South Expo on April 28-29, 2010 at the Charlotte Convention Center in Charlotte, NC.

Simply click the coupon to visit the show web site where you will find detailed information and easy online registration for complimentary expo hall admission – a $45 savings!

Don’t forget to ask about our Green Automation ROBO Cylinder lineup!

We look forward to seeing you at booth 1915!