Mike Page, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Belt Drive",
and we have a large number of manufacturers' news releases and technical articles here on Manufacturingtalk which will be of interest.
Let me be your guide.
Start with
the news release Motors offer more power, less inertia from
Parker Hannifin Electromechanical Automation, which we summarised at the time by saying "The addition of higher power/low inertia motors to belt-driven systems makes the building of a complete system - from actuator to gearhead to motor - easier
than ever".
A few weeks before,
we featured the news release Universal linear motion system offered from
HepcoMotion: "A universal linear motion system offers a wide range of sizes, types and precision grades to meet most automation application needs".
In November 2007, we covered the news from Schunk Intec
concerning its Intelligent Vision Sensor SRV
- take a look at Vision sensor system inspects workpieces
which says: "An intelligent vision sensor system can be used without additional peripheral devices for practically all tasks in industrial image processing, including the inspection of workpieces".
Take a look also at the news release from HK Technologies, Small CNC lathe has Y-axis and sub-spindle,
as well as Position small loads at speeds up to 2m/s from Igus (UK),
and Compact double acting belt drive chosen from HepcoMotion.
See also:
Automated handling systems build simplified
(August 2007)
A Cartesian motion building system, combines purposely adapted linear motion systems and motors with pneumatic mini slides, rotary modules, grippers and positive-locking connection technology
Actuators move at speed with repeat precision
(May 2007)
The HPLA Linear Actuator from Parker Electromechanical is designed to provide precision positioning of heavy loads at high speed with excellent repeatability
Dynamic horizontal balancing machine is reliable
(May 2007)
Schenck RoTec has launched the new PASIO 50 - a dynamic horizontal balancing machine that takes the complexity out of balancing and makes the end-to-end process more reliable
Ultra slim linear actuators are highly compact
(March 2007)
Copley Controls broadened its line of direct drive ServoTube linear actuators with the highly compact Model STA11
Anti-friction guidance system prevents jamming
(March 2007)
A major machine builder has recently re-specified HepcoMotion having opted for a cheaper alternative but found that the slide system failed when the machine jammed
Triple tooth belt drives on tandem actuator units
(February 2007)
Tandem actuator units with triple toothed belt drives, from Schaeffler, to enable movement of higher loads and masses with even high positional accuracy for machine builders
110 volt site air compressors
(January 2007)
To cater for the growing demand for 110 volt compressors Abac UK has developed a range of 7 air compressors all powered from a 110 volt supply, named 'Tradeline'
Automotive engine systems catalogue
(January 2007)
Schaeffler Group Automotive has launched a 75-page 'Engine Systems' catalogue, which contains information on all of the company's engine systems and components
Conveyors remove belt drive problems
(December 2006)
Conveyor range has a patented drive system that eradicates the need for tensioning and tracking, which increases belt life
Conveyor maximizes usable belt width
(December 2006)
Conveyor users can maximise useable belt width and minimize the space used by the conveyor structure as a belt is only 2.5mm from the conveyor's edges
Conveyor maximizes usable belt width.
(December 2006)
Automation Supplies is offering a range of engineered products from one source, based on the popular use of established modular parts and assemblies to achieve cost effective solutions
One source for modular engineered products
(December 2006)
Automation Supplies is a new company offering a range of exciting new engineered products from one source, based on the popular and increasing use of established modular parts and assemblies
Linear driving packages are customised
(November 2006)
Comprising standard elements, linear driving packages are custom engineered and assemblies may be specified as rack, screw or belt-driven
Pulley groove gauge determines wear
(October 2006)
Using a Fenner Pulley Groove Gauge to quickly determine if pulley grooves are worn or not allows maintenance engineers to make an informed and swift decision on remedying any potential problem
Electric mould carriers boost productivity
(October 2006)
An electric mould carrier features extremely robust and low-maintenance electric drive systems and gives easy access and freedom of movement for the operator
Gates PolyChain cuts costs, saves energy
(October 2006)
Companies switching to PolyChain timing belts could cut energy cost by circa 10% over three years, according to BSL Brammer
Save energy on fans, pumps, motors and drives
(September 2006)
Beyond negotiating tariffs, Wyko is helping customers to discover and implement significant energy savings in obvious areas such as fans, pumps, motors and drives and quality programmes
Catalogue details transmission products
(August 2006)
Drive Design and Maintenance Manual offers comprehensive resource for Fenner power transmission products, combining a product selection catalogue with an installation and maintenance guide
News on the SBD Sealed Belt Drive from Bishop-Wisecarver Corp
(July 2006)
Sealed belt drive linear motion unit prevents dirt and debris ingress by introducing an innovative stainless steel band sealing method that keeps dirt and debris at bay
Linear belt drive actuator positions small loads
(July 2006)
A linear belt drive actuator is a positioning unit fitted entirely with plain bearings and it is maintenance free, low weight and designed to position small loads quickly
Linear belt actuator fitted with plain bearings
(June 2006)
One of the central focuses on the igus stand at MACH was its new linear belt actuator, DryLin ZLW, which is the first positioning unit to be fitted entirely with plain bearings
Electronic drill/tap machines have chip breaking
(May 2006)
In addition to the comprehensive range of features already offered with electronic drilling and tapping machines, the standard specification now includes a chip breaking mode for both models
Belt driven linear actuator is sealed
(May 2006)
Sealed belt drive linear actuator is compact and exceptionally clean and incorporates a flush, metal cover strip that runs the entire length of its high strength aluminium beam
Linear actuators do not sacrifice performance
(May 2006)
The LCB range of linear actuators is said to be the answer to the problem of reducing costs without sacrificing performance and quality
Energy chain maker opens new UK factory
(April 2006)
An official open day held to mark igus UK's move to new premises was attended by over 70 customers to view assembly and stores plant equipped with the latest ergonomically designed work stations
Optimise belt drive systems at design stage
(March 2006)
Optimising belt drive systems at the design stage can contribute significantly to the operating life, reliability and overall efficiency of a belt drive system
Roller guides meet linear motion needs
(February 2006)
Comprising hardened ground steel shafts inserted into a special clamping profile, which is itself mounted to any item extrusion, roller Guides are designed for simplicity and time saving
More MACH exhibitors announce 'UK firsts' '
(February 2006)
New at MACH' Web site gives exhibitors the opportunity to outline in 20 words details of what they will be displaying at the show that has not been seen before at a UK trade exhibition
Floating shaft couplings give shock-proof motion
(January 2006)
'Floating Shaft' CD couplings provide shock-proof reciprocating motion in high speed servo-motor powered partition inserters used to pack bottles and plastics containers in cartons
Maintenance-free belt drive positions small loads
(January 2006)
A belt drive allows fast positioning of small loads, is maintenance-free and dirt resistant and has a hard anodised aluminium profile that is corrosion free, quiet and lightweight
Three dimensional mechanical handling system
(November 2005)
Quality componentry has given Austrian design engineers Schuster Messtechnik the confidence to develop a second generation, high performance version of its apple packing robot
Electric belt drive actuator for rodless cylinders
(November 2005)
Tol-o-matic has introduced an advancement in rodless cylinders with the B3W Series electric belt drive actuator, offering 96% more thrust
Controller + actuator deliver electronic camming
(October 2005)
Controller and a powerful linear actuator provide an ultra-fast camming combination and offer low noise, high throughput alternative to belt-drives and ballscrews
Packaged linear track saved build time
(October 2005)
The provision of all transmission and mounting components in a linear track system as a complete integrated package afforded significant savings in both design and build time