John Henry Foster

06/24/2026

Conveyor design can be complex — and mistakes are costly.

JHFOSTER's go-to guide for conveyor system design walks through how to assess material-handling requirements, analyze load and throughput, define a path, and select the right conveyor belt so materials move smoothly and efficiently through a facility.

Don't leave conveyor design to chance. Read the blog here: https://bit.ly/43wovuY

06/16/2026

Manual material handling and assembly processes don't have to stay manual.

Implementing pick-and-place automation frees workers from dull, dirty, and dangerous tasks — improving safety, boosting satisfaction, and driving real gains in throughput and productivity. JHFOSTER designs, integrates, and supports customized robotic pick-and-place solutions built specifically for each unique application.

Ready to transform a manual process? Let's talk: https://bit.ly/4epDfRj

05/29/2026

Looking for a way to optimize operations, improve safety, and get product ready for storage or shipment faster? It may sound too good to be true, but it's not! We can help.

Robotic palletizing is the solution you’ve been waiting for! Robotic palletizers offset labor shortages, eliminate human error and injury, and drastically increase the efficiency of palletizing operations across almost every sector.

Our cobot palletizing solutions offer a compact footprint, generous reach and payload, and unbeatable flexibility to fit your unique requirements. Discover how our palletizing machines can revolutionize your material handling operation: https://jhfoster.com/products/robotics/palletizing-robots/

05/27/2026

Food processors are under a lot of pressure. Players in this highly competitive industry struggle with tight margins, labor shortages, supply chain issues, and stringent food safety regulations.

How can you overcome these challenges? Automation!

Read our blog to see how automation technologies designed specifically for food manufacturers can give you the competitive edge you need to survive in the food industry: https://jhfoster.com/automation-blogs/automation-provides-a-competitive-edge-in-the-food-industry/

05/20/2026

Don’t be caught without compressed air when you need it!

JHFOSTER provides high-performance air compressor rentals to fill in the gaps during compressor outages, planned projects, and upticks in demand.

And, thanks to Tavoron, we can supply compressor rentals nationwide, so all our customers can stay productive.

Check out our full fleet of rental compressors here: https://jhfoster.com/service/air-compressor-rentals/

05/18/2026

Talk about versatility!

Industrial air blowers can provide ventilation. They can be used for drying, cooling, and conveying materials. They can remove dust or fumes from an enclosed area. They can stand alone or be integrated into a process.

With so many applications, it can be a challenge to choose the right blower. Let us help!

We can evaluate your application and find the best blower for your system’s unique requirements. Check out our selection of positive displacement and regenerative blowers: https://bit.ly/4w8AgEU

05/14/2026

Thanks to advanced safety features, collaborative robots can be deployed without safety barriers, but that doesn’t mean a cobot can go straight from the box to the factory floor.

An application-specific risk assessment must identify potential hazards, and preventive measures should be put in place to protect employees. This guide will help you navigate complex cobot safety standards to ensure the safety and compliance of your cobot solution. https://bit.ly/3Oi4kwR

05/08/2026

Compressed air systems don’t usually fail overnight.

Performance drops gradually, over time. Reduced airflow, higher energy use, and more strain on equipment all contribute to lower performance and failure.

Preventative maintenance helps catch those changes early, before they impact production.

Learn more about preventative maintenance and how it can save you time, money, and downtime: https://bit.ly/4cAbSnN

Tavoron provides preventative maintenance services that support uptime, reliability, and long-term system performance.

05/04/2026

Dirty filters alone can reduce airflow by 5–10%! It’s small things like this that add up quickly.

Regular maintenance keeps systems running efficiently and avoids unnecessary energy costs.

If it’s been a while since you’ve evaluated your system, our 10-question audit is a simple place to start.
https://tavoron.com/compressed-air-system-audit/

04/21/2026

Reliable systems don’t happen by accident.

They’re maintained that way.

Preventative maintenance helps reduce unexpected failures, improve system consistency, and keep production moving. Learn more about preventative maintenance today: https://bit.ly/4cAbSnN