Miniature Process Applications

In industries like packaging, printing, and semiconductors, machines are under relentless pressure. They often run around the clock: 24/7 production, minimal tolerance for error, and increasingly compact designs. Components must be fast, durable, and easy to integrate, or they become the weak link in your system.

At Clippard, we specialize in miniature process applications across a range of industries. From high-speed labeling machines to precision ink delivery systems, our pneumatic and flow control solutions are built to perform where space is limited and reliability is non-negotiable. Whether it's our high life cycle EV series valves or custom manifold assemblies that streamline integration and eliminate leak points, we engineer every solution to keep your machines running at peak performance. 

Our components help engineers meet critical industrial demands, including:

• Exceptional cycle life (up to 1+ billion actuations)
• Superior media compatibility and easy integration 
• Leak-tight performance in sensitive processes 
• Custom-engineered manifold assemblies 

Packaging

The challenge: Packaging and automation systems require pneumatic valves that offer high speed, extreme precision, long life, and ultra low leak rates for continuous operation.

The solution: Clippard's Spider Technology uses a unique minimal-movement design (0.007 in.) for fast response, high durability, superior leak resistance, and low power consumption.

The result: Engineers achieve higher throughput, reduced downtime, and lower operating costs in high-cycle packaging lines and precision automation systems.

Commercial Inkjet Printing

The challenge: Inkjet OEMs face issues from inconsistent ink flow, air bubbles, and ineffective cleaning, leading to poor print quality and costly operational downtime.

The solution: Clippard provides precision media isolation valves (PIV, E2S) and digital pressure control (Cordis) to manage ink delivery and cleaning solvents precisely.

The result: The integration of Clippard components delivers reliable, consistent ink flow, reduced clogging, and enhanced print quality, minimizing maintenance costs.

Automotive & Green Energy

The challenge: Fuel cells require highly precise regulation of hydrogen and air flow to prevent waste and ensure safety while fitting into compact automotive spaces.

The solution: Clippard’s 8 mm PV series valves offer a compact, durable solution using Clippard's renowned Spider Technology for smooth, continuous flow control and low power consumption.

The result: These valves maximize stack efficiency and vehicle range by maintaining exact gas ratios while withstanding harsh automotive temperatures and vibrations.

Metal Fabrication & Welding

The challenge: A welding OEM faced high costs from 100W+ power draws, poor leak rates that wasted gas, and inadequate gas blending and cutting arc shield feedback.

The solution: Clippard integrated 14 ES valves to pilot MJV cartridge valves and five sensors into three custom manifolds for precise gas blending and feedback control.

The result: This solution boosted energy efficiency by 90%, cut weight and size by 50%, and optimized the cutting process for higher quality and consistent results.