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Zero-Max couplings for encoder applications
Zero-Max has designed Control-Flex couplings for the precision feedback requirements of encoder applications. Brochure available
News from Zero-Max (28 August 2008)
Balluff Magnetic Line Encoders get magnet rings
Balluff's BML Magnetic Line Encoders now have formed encoded magnet rings.
News from Balluff UK (21 August 2008)
Magnetic rotary sensors offer more benefits
Technical background article Variohm Eurosensor, on behalf of Contelec, compares the complementary strengths and weaknesses of optical encoders and magnetic rotary sensors.
News from Variohm Eurosensor (25 July 2008)
Ultra precise magnetic encoder has more options
The main benefit of the GEL 235 magnetic encoder is that it can be used where there is a lot of vibration, heat or moisture that would otherwise cause problems for an optical encoder.
News from Motor Technology (16 July 2008)
Incremental encoders improve production control
SICK DFS60 incremental encoders can be fine-tuned to meet various applications, have IP65 protection and resist shock accelerations of up to 70G.
News from Sick (UK) (15 July 2008)
Module verifies internal/external threads
New Vista's Thread Verification Module checks thread size, depth and quality by powering a gage probe into and back out of a thread.
News from New Vista Corporation (14 July 2008)
Position sensors replace poteniometers
Hermetically sealed position sensors offer a high stroke to length advantage when used as replacements for failing potentiometers in hydraulic cylinder positioning.
News from Macro Sensors (27 June 2008)
Absolute fieldbus encoder supports DeviceNet
An absolute encoder is now available with DeviceNet, which supports encoder profile revision 2 and the functionality has been tested in compliance with the ODVA conformance test.
News from McLennan Servo Supplies (20 June 2008)
Measurement software developments go on show
Dynamic motion analysis software adds real-time velocity, acceleration, and vibration tracking to laser interferometer measurement systems. Brochure available
News from Renishaw (13 June 2008)
Miniature force transducer controls assembly
HBM's PACEline force transducer family provides measurement ranges from 5-120kN for reliable integrated force measurement especially where space is a constraint. Brochure available
News from HBM UK (12 June 2008)
Ballbar analyses, diagnoses machine tool motion
Renishaw's QC10 ballbar system provides quick machine tool axes motion capability analysis, problem diagnosis, performance tracking and preventive maintenance. Brochure available
News from Renishaw (11 June 2008)
Rapid prototyping builds inspection fixtures
Two fixturing systems have been combined by Witte to speed up up the measurement of components, without having to use special purpose milled components.
News from Witte Gerätebau, Horst (23 May 2008)
Economical device measures angle or speed
RDP Electronics has introduced the Lebow rotary torque transducers described as an economical device for angle or speed measurement in research or industrial applications. Brochure available
News from RDP Electronics (20 May 2008)
Minimise machining quality, measurement costs
Products on show at Control 2008 will help businesses to manufacture profitably, by reducing process times and minimising the cost of quality machining and measurement. Brochure available
News from Renishaw (27 March 2008)
Measuring system is contact and non-contact
Measuring system performs full 4-axis part measurement using a combination of video, touch probe, micro-probe and optional laser systems - switching between them in one set-up.
News from OGP UK (13 March 2008)
Blind hollow shaft incremental encoders launched
Blind hollow shaft incremental encoders provide added protection against contaminants such as dirt and water and can be used in dusty environments with water washdown cleansing.
News from Sick (UK) (18 February 2008)
Flexible length gauge checks part length
A flexible length gauge checks the overall length of components having a stable feed position, preferably with rotationally-symmetric geometry.
News from Aylesbury Automation ( 9 January 2008)
Magnetic encoder operates in dirty areas
A linear magnetic encoder brings 100m travel and 'fit-and-forget' reliability to demanding high-speed, precision applications. Brochure available
News from Renishaw (13 December 2007)
Measurement machine switches between sensors
Measuring machine provides full 4-axis part measurement using a combination of video, touch probe, micro-probe and optional laser independently in the same set-up.
News from OGP UK (21 November 2007)
Encoder interface has serial communications
Latest encoders for use in gear-driven and direct-drive rotary axes feature FANUC serial communications direct from the encoder for higher performance and easier connectivity. Brochure available
News from Renishaw (12 November 2007)
Digital indicator colour show in-/out of tolerance
A digital indicator features 'at-a-glance' workpiece tolerance monitoring with a large LCD display that appears green or red to reflect in- or out-of-tolerance conditions.
News from Mahr Federal ( 9 November 2007)
Encoder system performs as fine pitch system
The Signum RSLM encoder system from Renishaw provides all of the benefits of a 20 um encoder with the performance of a fine pitch system. Brochure available
News from Renishaw (12 October 2007)
Interface uses two rotary readheads, avoids errors
Latest interface development for managing measurement of rotary axes allows two readheads to be used to eliminate odd error harmonics including eccentricity. Brochure available
News from Renishaw (25 September 2007)
Laser interferometer upgrades calibration service
User application article A calibration service company has recently upgraded its laser calibration system with a laser interferometer, which minimises transportation and set-up times. Brochure available
News from Renishaw (17 September 2007)
Let robots check screw threads in holes
A robot can now check thread size, depth and quality by powering an all-electric gage probe into and back out of a thread in sizes from 3mm to 50mm diameter.
News from New Vista Corporation (17 August 2007)
Device measures run-out up to 300,000 rev/min
A dynamic spindle run-out measurement system checks high-speed spindles running at up to 300,000 rev/min and does not require manual resetting when total indicated run-out decreases.
News from Lion Precision (17 August 2007)
UK metrology supplier also offers advice
UK supplier of metology equipment holds an impressive stock of over 10,000 products and is ready to assist on gauging problems - including those not solved by a standard product.
News from H Roberts & Son (15 August 2007)
Passive encoder uses no internal electronics
A totally passive encoder uses no electronics within the sensor and is therefore usable in stressful environments not suited for conventional electronic-based encoders. Brochure available
News from Micronor (14 August 2007)
Optical encoder has higher accuracy
A more accurate optical encoder with integrated pushbutton enhances accuracy by providing more data points to measure changes in shaft position.
News from EAO ( 7 August 2007)
Bench device tests surface roughness
A universal, bench-mountable surface-roughness tester is based on a skidless measuring system and measures in Ra, Rz, Rt, Rp, Rv, Rq, RSm, RmaxD and Material ratio curve.
News from Bowers Metrology UK (16 July 2007)
Probe and sensor firm offers free EMO entry
Europe's largest international machine tool exhibition takes place in September 2007, and a manufacturer of sensos, probes and scanning equipment is offering free entry tickets. Brochure available
News from Renishaw (12 July 2007)
Manufacturing benefits from faster measurements
Speed is the important factor in measurement and in imoroiving machining times, such as using a compact laser interferometer measurement system or a 5-axis head for CMMs. Brochure available
News from Renishaw ( 2 July 2007)
Inhaler test equipment range extended
New additions to its extensive range of inhaler test equipment are to be launched by Copley Scientific at the International Congress of the International Society of Aerosols in Medicine.
News from Copley Scientific (28 May 2007)
Portable CMM arm assists windshield manufacturer
User application article Form Tec, based in Martinsville, IN, USA, has purchased a FaroArm to accurately measure the curved planes of their polycarbonate-based windshields and windows.
News from FARO Technologies (28 May 2007)
Materials testing and spectrum analysis online
A new microsite dedicated to XRF materials testing and analysis explains the useful and diverse applications of the Fischer XRF spectrum analyser range. Brochure available
News from Fischer Instrumentation (GB) (22 May 2007)
Laser tracker aims to break land-speed record
User application article Faro Technologies has provided the Laser Tracker and FaroArm to acquire the digital measurements needed to manufacture a car to challenge the world land-speed record. Brochure available
News from Faro UK (22 May 2007)
Company sells more laser trackers any other
Faro Technologies, provider of portable CAM2 solutions, shipped 50% more laser trackers than any other company in a three year period.
News from FARO Technologies (21 May 2007)
Measurement device for on-machine inspection
Faro Technologies has developed the PowerGAGE, a portable measurement device that enables manufacturers to verify that a part meets CAD specifications. Brochure available
News from Faro UK (21 May 2007)
Two top-selling portable CMMs in one package
Faro Technologies has released the TrackArm which combines two of its top-selling portable coordinate measuring machines into a single package. Brochure available
News from Faro UK (21 May 2007)
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