Self-Closing Slide Options Expanded by Accuride

Accuride announces the addition of model 3832SC, another self-closing slide option designed with a lighter pull-force for use in less demanding applications such as medical or supply carts and industrial workstations.

The self-closing action is achieved through a spring-loaded device that activates about 1-1/2 inches from the closed position. This integrated device is designed to close drawers completely and keep them closed, eliminating the hazard of half-open drawers, while also keeping drawer fronts neatly aligned.

Model 3832SC offers a 100-lb. load rating, full extension and comes in even lengths of 12 to 28 inches. This product is RoHS compliant.

Accuride International
www.accuride.com

More efficient Portable Linear and Gantry Milling Machine

Climax Portable Machine Tools (www.cpmt.com) has introduced a new portable milling machine with a split-rail system that enables configurations for both gantry milling and linear milling.

Designed with a rigid, modular bed, the device allows shorter bed sections to get combined fitting the necessary length of the work area, assuring rigidity and the option to extend the bed’s original length by two or three times.

First of its kind, the developer has indicated that service technicians and machinists working in the power generation, heavy construction, mining, and shipbuilding industries will be able to use the LM5200 and LM6200 models.

“This tool came out of conversations with our customers who told us they wanted a portable milling machine that minimizes the number of changeovers to complete a job, is versatile, rigid and that maximizes the mill’s footprint for each workspace,” said Geoff Gilmore, President of Climax Portable Machine Tools.

“Our engineering and design team realized that to meet customer demand, we needed to develop a milling machine that would completely re-define the concept of a portable milling machine.”

The linear/gantry mill combination sets the bar for “precision, functionality and features,” he added.

The developer has predicted that the two models would increase the number of machining projects doable needless to purchase or transport other mills. It also claimed that the two models allow precision milling, drilling and boring to be more efficiently done meeting tight tolerances in linear and gantry milling configurations alike.

Linear Motion Technology Selection Guide from Rexroth

Hoffman Estates, Ill. – Bosch Rexroth’s new Linear Motion Technology selection guide offers a comprehensive overview of the benefits and applications of Rexroth’s linear motion products for machine designers. The guide is also a resource to help engineers determine which linear motion products meet their application requirements, as well as technical insights into issues like cost savings through standardization and energy efficiency. 

The guide is available as a free download at www.boschrexroth-us.com/linearmotion. The 88-page guide provides information about the applications, performance capabilities and energy efficiency of linear motion technology.

It also contains an overview of the structural design, operating principles and characteristics of Bosch Rexroth’s linear motion products, including precision modules, profiled rail, ball screw drives, miniature components, electromechanical actuators and completely preconfigured linear motion systems with matching motors and controls.

The selection guide also offers engineers example applications and technical drawings to illustrate, for instance, how reducing friction can dramatically lower energy consumption without sacrificing machine performance or capacity.  Other examples illustrate how precision-engineering and manufacturing of profiled rail systems can minimize downtime during changeovers, provide cost–efficiency in logistics and installation, and lower the overall cost of ownership.

The new guide is part of the recently created Bosch Rexroth Linear Motion Resource Center online, which offers easy access to Rexroth’s most popular linear motion resources, including interactive tools for system design, product configuration tools, technical documents, product updates, and other useful information.

www.boschrexroth-us.com

 

 

Expanded Miniature Capability

PBC Linear is announcing an expanded miniature rail portfolio that includes new, ball-type products along with their proven Frelon self-lubricating plain bearing linear guides and driven stages. The end result is a complete new line of miniature linear motion technology that includes:

->Frelon plain bearing linear guides available in 5 sizes from 7mm – 20 mm
->Miniature ball-type linear guides as small as 3mm Lead screw driven miniature actuators from both technologies

This expanded miniature portfolio is available as a result of cooperation with Chieftek Precision Co, LTD (CPC), a global leader in small profile ball-guided technology. This new arrangement will facilitate collaborative new product designs; such as precise, lead-screw driven linear actuators from both triboligical bearing technologies to fit into the compact space of the miniature industry. The strategic basis of the cooperation is built on multiple elements; including:

->Application of each company’s core technologies and tribology expertise to accelerate new product development
->Enhanced sales coverage based upon PBC’s strong position in the America’s and CPC’s position in Southeast Asia
->Opportunities to leverage each other’s regional manufacturing and logistics infrastructure to enhance Global responsiveness

PBC Linear
www.pbclinear.com

ILG’s new thrust bearings and linear bearings manufacturers directory

Industrial Leaders Group (ILG) has recently launched two new bearing manufacturers directories that focus on linear bearings, spherical, miniature, precision, stainless steel, ball, pillow block, hinge, slewing, needle roller, as well as other magnetic, fluid, flexure, jewel, plain and roller element bearings material handling, commercial, industrial, aerospace and other applications at Global Bearings Directory Website (http://www.foreigntradeexchange.com/suppliers/bearings.html).

ILG said manufacturers sourcing for power transmission and motion control solutions are usually in need of custom made products and OEM.

Steven Morgan, spokesperson for the company, said the bearing manufacturers found on the site are primarily from the UK, US, Canada, Australia and China serving more than 54 countries across the globe with emphasis on the West. Mr. Morgan added that more than 30 thrust bearings manufacturers have been added to the directory, which also serves as power transmission equipment and motion controls purchasing guide for engineering, plant maintenance, hydraulic, conveying and other markets, as well as heavy equipment, automotive and agriculture mechanics.

“There are many industries and applications where a more suitable type of bearing can help a company improve reliability, service intervals, accuracy, efficiency, speed of operation as well as the overall operating and purchasing value of machinery and equipment,” said Morgan. “Industrial Leaders created its new bearings directory to help companies compare manufacturers offering different types of plastic and metal bearing products such as ball, roller, sleeve, rifle, journal, angular contact and other kinds of bearings offered in a wide range of standard and customized dimensions and materials.”

High Resolution Linear Actuator from Haydon Kerk

Haydon Kerk Motion Solutions, Inc introduces the high resolution 19000 series captive linear actuator. This new 20mm diameter can-stack has a 7.5 degree step angle resulting in smaller move increments and finer positioning ability.

The Haydon™ High Resolution 19000 Series is a high output, compact linear actuator ideal for precision motion applications requiring a small footprint. The 7.5 degree 19000 easily outperforms all other offerings of similar size in the marketplace today in force output, dependability, and positioning resolution.

The 19000 Series high resolution linear actuator is the newest addition to a larger family of 4th generation high output linear actuators designed and built with performance and durability in mind. Technical enhancements include optimized stator tooth geometry, high energy neodymium magnets, custom engineered plastics, and larger ball bearings for greater rotor support for maintaining accuracy and repeatability over a long life.

The high output can-stack line provides exceptionally high force-to-size ratios and is ideal for a variety of applications including precision medical equipment, scientific instrumentation, scanning devices, printing equipment, hand held devices, advanced optics, and other mechanisms requiring high force in a small package size.

Haydon Kerk
www.HaydonKerk.com

Bosch Rexroth Launches New Linear Motion Resource Center

Hoffman Estates, Ill. – Bosch Rexroth, the Drive & Control company, has launched a new online Linear Motion Resource Center, providing Rexroth linear motion customers with easy access to its most popular linear motion resources. The site features product configuration tools, technical documents, product updates and other useful information at www.boschrexroth-us.com/linearmotion.

Among the linear motion tools, a new 3D Configurator for Linear Modules and Cartesian Systems has been integrated with the Online Catalog for Linear Motion Technology on Rexroth’s global web site, and features a more user-friendly navigation and a more stable software platform. All 3D CAD Generator links lead directly to the Online Catalog, where the user can choose a product, configure the specifications, and produce a 3D model in the format of their choice. For solid models of individual products and components, the Resource Center also offers a library of 3D and 2D CAD files and solid models, backed by SolidWorks’ 3DPartStream Technology. With this tool, solid models can be downloaded easily in almost any format.

The site also features the newest linear motion products from Rexroth, such as the Electromechanical Cylinder (EMC), a contained precision rolled ball screw actuator designed to provide high thrust/speed capability with greater flexibility and control to applications traditionally using Hydraulic and/or Pneumatic cylinders.

The Resource Center allows users to easily take advantage of Rexroth’s GoTo Focused Delivery Program, which is designed to provide fast delivery of the most popular linear motion products.

Dozens of catalogs and brochures are also conveniently linked from the new online resource, for quick access to catalogs for ball rail and roller rail systems, ball screws, linear modules, linear bushings, Cartesian systems and more. Downloadable white papers and instructional materials are only a click away, too, with topics such as “Total Cost of Ownership” and Rexroth’s popular “LOSTPED” article on sizing and selecting linear motion products. Of particular interest to design engineers, the site also features all 350 pages of Rexroth’s Linear Motion Technology Handbook, an engineering reference work with calculations and design details presented in an informative, non-commercial format.

For more information, visit www.boschrexroth-us.com/linearmotion

www.boschrexroth-us.com

Bishop-Wisecarver Promotes National Sales Manager

Pittsburg, CA - Bishop-Wisecarver Corporation announced that National Sales Manager Michael McVeigh has been promoted to Vice President of Sales. He will have the primary responsibility of overseeing the entire sales channel for Bishop-Wisecarver, and manage all global efforts both domestically and internationally.

“I have had the pleasure of working with Mike for four years as our National Sales Manager. He has done a fabulous job of growing our sales efforts, even during the recent economic downturn,” said Pamela Kan, president of Bishop-Wisecarver. “The Board of Directors felt that bringing Mikes’ management skills to our entire sales channel will be an important element of our global sales efforts going forward. I look forward to working with Mike on our strategic sales plans for growing our sales both domestically and internationally.”

McVeigh is a college graduate from the University of New York at Buffalo. Prior to joining Bishop-Wisecarver in 2006 as the National Sales Manager, McVeigh worked in the bearing industry for 16 years in both sales and marketing. Since his hire at Bishop-Wisecarver, he has grown to appreciate the uniqueness of Bishop-Wisecarver’s customer base and their applications.

“Our overriding company goal is to become the customer’s 1st choice,” said McVeigh. “I am honored to be leading our team to meet this challenge as the Vice President of Sales.”

Bishop-Wisecarver
www.bwc.com

Haydon Kerk Introduces RGS04 Motorized Linear Rail System

The company announces the dual carriage RGS04 motorized linear rail system. The system combines the company’s patented motion technologies in a single integrated system. The RGS brand linear rail will come preassembled with the IDEA programmable actuator that simplifies product integration for the OEM.

The rails have standard wear-compensating, anti-backlash driven carriages for accurate positioning. All moving surfaces have engineered polymers that run on Kerkote TFE coating, giving a stable platform for several linear motion applications.

The IDEA programmable system combines a fully programmable, integrated stepper motor drive with Haydon hybrid linear actuator. The programmable drive has an easy-to-use patent pending graphic user interface to directly program motion profiles into the system. It also contains a debug utility for easy troubleshooting, allowing line-by-line execution of a motion program.

By combining technologies into one preassembled unit, the company is able to improve system integration for the end user or equipment OEM. The overall cost is lowered by giving a complete solution as it simplifies product development with fewer components required and eliminates the need for rotary-to-linear conversion.

Applications include laboratory instrumentation, life science equipment, semiconductor processing equipment and other applications requiring precision linear motion.

Linear Actuators in 20mm, 25mm, 35mm from Haydon Kerk Motion Solutions

The company announces the release of an entire line of high-output can stack linear actuators.

The actuators were built and designed with durability and performance in mind. Its technical enhancements include larger ball bearings, optimized stator tooth geometry, custom engineered plastics and high energy neodymium magnets. These features have been integrated to achieve greater rotor support for maintaining repeatability and accuracy over a long life.

They are available in various resolutions (linear travel per step). There are three configurations available, which offer various stoke lengths, such as external, non-captive and captive linear.

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