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Festo releases electromechanical axes
Festo has launched the ECG family of electromechanical axes for the motion control industry. Brochure available
News from Festo (19 September 2008)
Parker Hannifin has motion control with Ethernet
Parker Hannifin has enhanced its ACR9000 family of motion controllers with the addition of two models featuring Ethernet PowerLink communication. Brochure available
News from Parker Hannifin Electromechanical Automation (19 August 2008)
Actuators work with glass more effectively
User application article SMAC Europe reported that its electric actuators with programmable forces, speeds and positions are replacing pneumatics in glass manufacturing applications. Brochure available
News from SMAC Europe (12 August 2008)
Size 14 linear actuators have integrated connector
Haydon's size 14 hybrid linear actuators are now available with an integrated connector, which is RoHS compliant and features a positive latch in order for high connection integrity.
News from Haydon Motion Europe (30 July 2008)
Cylindrical actuator has two drive options
THK's EKR60 actuator offers two drive options - belt or ballscrew drive - and features integrated caged ball technology that provides smooth motion under high speed operation.
News from THK UK ( 8 July 2008)
Digital servo control system contract secured
Moog FCS has secured a 10-year contract to supply Airbus with multi-channel digital servo control system requirements for all of the Airbus ground-based testing facilities.
News from Moog FCS (27 June 2008)
Compact actuators fit into confined spaces
The Kataka compact actuator is only 50mm high but has a maximum push force of 200kgf and fits into confined spaces.
News from Kataka (17 June 2008)
Robust SS actuators resist strong detergents
A range of robust, stainless steel actuators withstands wide temperature fluctuations as well as the most stringent cleaning regimes and strong detergents.
News from Linak-UK (10 June 2008)
Item introduces new belt-driven linear slides
Item has introduced two new internally guided belt-driven linear slides that are available in lengths up to 6m long Brochure available
News from Machine Building Systems ( 6 June 2008)
Actuator uses brakeless linear belt drive
An innovative linear belt drive in an actuator provides high accuracy and low cost without having to use a gearhead or a brake, making it an alternative to using ballscrew actuators.
News from Animatics (21 May 2008)
Linear actuators replace pneumatics/hydraulics
Micromech said that its strong, fast and accurate linear actuators can replace pneumatics or hydraulics and provide smooth motion, accurate positioning and quiet operation.
News from Micromech (19 May 2008)
Aerotech motion systems described for automation
Motion systems for automatic laser working, medical and life sciences manufacturing systems are described in Aerotech's Automation Solutions brochure, also available in German. Brochure available
News from Aerotech (30 April 2008)
HepcoMotion launches new Heavy Duty Slide
New Heavy Duty Slide (HDS2) linear motion system from HepcoMotion has system capacities up to 68kN Brochure available
News from HepcoMotion (22 April 2008)
THK actuators designed for clean room use
THK has introduced linear actuators, which have a number of features to guard against particle emission during operation for use in clean room manufacturing.
News from THK UK (14 April 2008)
Precision linear actuators catalogued
Precision linear actuators driven by piezo motors, servo and stepper motors are described in a brochure that presents a variety of sub-micron to sub-nanometer precise compact actuators. Brochure available
News from PI (Physik Instrumente) ( 1 April 2008)
Miniature SS ballscrews resist corrosion
Quick deliveries are being offered for a range of miniature, vacuum hardened, corrosion resistant stainless steel ballscrews, which can be machined without loosing anti-corrosion properties.
News from The Precision Alliance (25 March 2008)
'Intelligent' servo drives offer flexibility
A series intelligent servo drive range offers a choice of integrated motion controller providing complete control flexibility for many motion control applications.
News from McLennan Servo Supplies (22 February 2008)
Rodless screw drive electric actuators expanded
Rodless screw drive electric actuators provide greater load capability, ranging from 35 lbf to 2,583 lbf for Fz loads, and increased moment loads.
News from Tolomatic (21 February 2008)
Ballscrews made available within days
Marchant Dice has st up an 'E-shop' and offers MDL Rolled, ISEL, HIWIN and ballscrews with end machining within days, announced the company.
News from Marchant Dice (15 January 2008)
Captive hybrid linear actuator is double stack
A double stack captive hybrid linear actuator features engineering thermoplastics in the rotor drive nut and a stainless steel Acme lead screw for long life.
News from Haydon Motion Europe (28 December 2007)
Universal linear motion system offered
A universal linear motion system offers a wide range of sizes, types and precision grades to meet most automation application needs. Brochure available
News from HepcoMotion ( 5 December 2007)
Rodless actuator works at 5m/s, strokes to 7.6m
Modular rodless, belt-driven actuators operate at speeds of upt 5m/s, have stroke lengths of up to 7.6m for load capacities up to 750kg and are easy to integrate.
News from Inmoco (19 November 2007)
Linear actuators have higher resolution
Hybrid linear actuators are now available with a 0.9 deg step angle for higher resolution and allows for a full step linear movement of 0.0000625in (1.6 micron).
News from Haydon Motion Europe (12 November 2007)
Position small loads at speeds up to 2m/s
An extremely robust linear belt drive actuator weighs just 1kg, measures 1m in length and is for handling lightweight loads, is practically silent and fast running. Brochure available
News from Igus (UK) ( 6 November 2007)
Linear actuators have longer life with cover seal
The PROmech series linear actuators from Parker's Electromechanical Automation Division now have a cover seal to protect the screw from particulate matter and other debris, for longer product life.
News from Parker Electromechanical Automation USA (24 October 2007)
Space saving rodless cylinders
The RTC series rodless cylinders from Bosch Rexroth employ an oval shape that allows for high loads and torques resulting in a space saving design, as opposed to the more common round piston. Brochure available
News from Bosch Rexroth (18 October 2007)
Measuring system integrated for linear guides
An integrated measuring system for linear guides now has adaptors for use with roller rail systems and they meet IP 67 requirements for harsh machine tool areas. Brochure available
News from Bosch Rexroth (17 October 2007)
Electric actuators ideal for OEM applications
In a variety of 'switch test' applications, SMAC claims that its Electric Actuators are ideal for OEMs. Brochure available
News from SMAC Europe ( 4 October 2007)
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