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News Release from: Gudel UK | Subject: Precision drive components
Edited by the Manufacturingtalk Editorial
Team on 05 April 2005
Drive component 3D CAD models can be
downloaded
Fully specified 3D CAD models of Gudel's precision drive components can now be downloaded on demand from the system integration specialist's recently-updated website.
Fully specified 3D CAD models of Gudel's precision drive components can now be downloaded on demand from the system integration specialist's recently-updated website Complementing the availability of its free 360-page product selection guides, the new facility enables engineers to download Gudel component models directly to their desktops using industry-standard DXF for 2-axis layouts or IGES and STEP for 3D layouts, ready for immediate inclusion in their own product designs and assemblies
This article was originally published on Manufacturingtalk on 19 Feb 2001 at 8.00am (UK)
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Gudel's heavy duty plain and Vee rollers and guideways complement the company's rack and pinion drive components.
A selection of ultra low backlash worm gear and bevel drive units is also available - enabling users to engineer complete solutions to their component handling and automation problems.
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Gudel's new 3D download facility is backed by a comprehensive applications engineering service and the company's customer support helpline, enabling users to quickly identify and specify the most appropriate product for their automation or precision work handling needs.
All Gudel equipment is manufactured to ISO9001 quality standards, with most items available ex-stock from the company's UK headquarters in Coventry.
About Gudel UK - Gudel UK provides a comprehensive range of automation systems integration services based on the company's high precision work handling solutions for components weighing from a few grams to several tonnes.
Systems are typically used for high volume metal working, assembly or manufacturing applications - in particular within the automotive, logistics, warehousing, pharmaceuticals machine tool, aerospace, defence, electronics and process sectors.
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