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AIS MPE & MPI Hand Tools
Part of the Complete AIS Approach to O-Ring and Seal Installation
At Automated Industrial Systems (AIS), we’ve spent decades developing equipment that helps manufacturers install O-rings and seals faster, safer, and with complete consistency. From fully automated robotic cells to manually operated bench-top machines, AIS builds solutions that fit every production volume and process need.
But not every installation happens in a high-speed cell. Some jobs call for precision, just at a much smaller scale.
For those situations, AIS offers the MPE and MPI: compact, hand-held tools designed for very low-volume O-ring and seal installations.
Purpose-Built for Specialty and Low-Volume Work
The MPE (Manual Placement External) and MPI (Manual Placement Internal) tools give operators the ability to install O-rings and seals in tight or hard-to-reach areas, or on parts that don’t justify a dedicated machine setup.
They’re ideal for:
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Low-volume production where manual control is still the most efficient option
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Maintenance, repair, or rework operations
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Specialty parts that only need occasional assembly
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The part is too large or heavy to fit in an installation machine.
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The assembly is already in place, such as large housings, valve bodies, or powertrain components.
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Prototype builds and R&D applications
These tools handle O-rings and seals up to 1 inch in size, providing AIS-level quality and control for applications where consistency still matters, even when quantity doesn’t.
Hand Tools, Engineered the AIS Way
While the MPE and MPI are manually operated, they’re designed with the same attention to detail found in every AIS system.
Each tool is carefully engineered for comfort, control, and reliability. Operators can confidently position and install seals without manual finger placement.
The result? Faster, more accurate assembly for low-volume work, and less rework due to installation errors.
Internal or External, AIS Has You Covered
- MPE (Manual Placement External): For installing O-rings and seals around the outside of parts.
- MPI (Manual Placement Internal): For installing O-rings and seals inside bores or cavities.
A Complete Solution, From Hand Tools to Full Automation
From low-volume hand tools like the MPE and MPI to high-speed robotic systems, AIS provides a complete spectrum of O-ring and seal installation and assembly solutions.
Each tool reflects decades of engineering experience and a simple promise: reliable, repeatable performance for any production requirement.
