Stainless Steel Rail System from LM76

E. Longmeadow, MA – LM76 introduces their new, DEFENDER Linear Rail TM linear bearing system. This all stainless steel rail and bearing system is strong, anti-magnetic, corrosion resistant, low cost and easy to install. Designed to be washed down with disinfectants or high strength industrial cleaners the DEFENDER Linear Rail TM linear bearing system is ideal for medical, pharmaceutical and food processing applications, as well as draw and rack glides, and sliding doors.

The bearing rails are rolled 304 stainless with an internal bearing race. Each three bearing slider unit is 80 mm (3.15 inches) long. Each 440C stainless steel ball bearing roller is lubricated for life, features 2RS seals, and can be washed down. The slider’s center bearing is mounted on a eccentric shaft for adjusting the preload. The cross section of the compact bearing and slider is only 26 mm x .22 mm (1.02 in. x .866 in.). The Stainless Steel rails are available in lengths of 1040 mm (40.94 in.), 1520 mm (59.84 in.), 2080 mm (81.89 in.), and 3120 mm (122.83 in.) or in cut to order sizes.

www.lm76.com

Bosch Rexroth Introduces New MKK and MKR Linear Modules

Charlotte, NC - Rexroth has expanded its extensive range of linear modules with the new MKK hygienic modules and the MKK and MKR 12-40 miniature linear modules. MKR hygienic modules are ideal for food processing machinery and other food or packaging applications. The MKK and MKR 12-40 miniature modules have the smallest and most compact aluminum profile in the series, allowing them to solve new applications where size is a factor and performance can not be sacrificed.

MKR Hygienic Linear Modules 

The new MKR hygienic option has a specially-designed aluminum profile that is smoother than standard MKR bodies to prevent build-up of liquids and foreign debris. Combined with the MKR’s proven stainless steel strip cover for the drive and guide elements, the new design allows the MKR to eliminate residual liquid in applications such as food processing machines or other washdown environments.

These new hygienic modules are precise, high-performance linear systems with compact dimensions in a ready-to-mount design. With lengths up to 12 meters and speeds to 5 m/s, the belt-driven MKR hygienic modules use precision Rexroth Ball Rail® systems for internal guidance to achieve precise positioning. For additional protection against contamination, thin dense chrome plating can be applied to many internal components. Standard peripherals include add-on parts for Rexroth servo motors, suitable regulators, and controls. 

MKK and MKR 12-40 Miniature Linear Modules 

The new MKK and MKR 12-40 miniature linear module option offers big performance in a small footprint to meet demanding speed and load requirements. The modules feature a rigid aluminum frame, and can be specified in either a belt-driven version for precise positioning and zero backlash, or a ballscrew-driven version to achieve travel speeds of up to 3 m/s.

MKK and MKR 12-40 miniature modules boast an excellent price-to-performance ratio and are well-suited to applications in the food and packaging, medical, material handling, semiconductor and automotive industries. They are ideal for gantry-style applications, pick-and-place, loading/unloading, assembly, positioning and inspection tasks. The miniature modules have a single-point lubrication design that reduces maintenance time and cost, and lengths can be specified from 250mm to 2,500mm depending on the drive.

www.boschrexroth-us.com/brl

Linear bearings and guide systems provides design freedom and flexibility to customers

EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Igus® Inc. offers a maintenance-free alternative to re-circulating ball bearings and cumbersome, expensive linear guides. DryLin® linear bearings and guide systems are wear-resistant, self-lubricating, contamination and corrosion-free and have a low coefficient of friction.

Igus manufactures four styles of linear guide systems, including DryLin T, DryLin N, DryLin W and DryLin linear slide tables. DryLin T consists of a hard-anodized aluminum, T-shaped rail, an adjustable carriage made of clear-anodized aluminum and gliding elements made from igus’ iglide J polymer material blend, to form a lightweight unit. DryLin T can be used in both automation and material handling applications, and due to its corrosion-resistant, lubrication-free features, is ideal for food, medical and clean room technologies.

Some additional features of DryLin T include:

a low rate of inertia for high accelerations and high speeds;

adjustable clearance for a space-saving solution;

extremely quiet operation; and

the capacity to withstand high static loads in all directions for consistent performance under strenuous conditions.

DryLin N, a lightweight, low-profile linear guide system, is designed for both high-speed and short-travel applications. Plastic gliding elements run in an anodized aluminum rail, which enables maintenance-free operation. The guide system also boasts a small mounting height and width.

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AquaGard™ Stainless Steel Conveyor

Dorner’s new AquaGard stainless steel conveyor can sustain speeds up to an industry-leading 260 feet-per-minute. It delivers best-in-class transfers and easy automation for baked goods, snack foods and confectionaries. AquaGard is an ideal solution for some applications in the fruit, vegetable, non-protein ready-to-eat, pharmaceutical, medical, and personal care industries.

Pre-engineering and the use of standard components eliminate the cost, long lead times and risk of custom conveyors. Its speed is coupled with fast and versatile transfers—whether powered or rollers—while only adding minimally to the overall length. And one-inch nosebar tails can be integrated for small part transfers.

A revolutionary bracket design makes it easy to add a variety of controls in minutes. These include photo eyes, low voltage wires, air tubing, and several guiding options. And an available accessory bar can be used to add multiple components to one or both sides of the conveyor frame.

The AquaGard is TIG welded for durability and all of the materials used in the conveyor are FDA approved and meet or exceed BISSC standards.

www.dornerconveyors.com

Needle Bearing Cam Followers

Garden City Park, New York— Quality Bearings & Components announces a new line of high carbon steel needle bearing sealed cam followers, identified as the BBXCAM-CN… Series. They feature hardened and ground outer race and low-carbon alloy steel hardened studs and inner races. They are both hex-head or slotted-head type. They are available in nominal I.D.’s ranging from 1/2″ to 4″. They may be lubricated through the head end only and have a clamping torque based on dry threads. Quotes plus online orders are available at the new QBC eStore. This quality design ensures reduced friction, quiet operating ability and increased durability.

QBC has in stock: miniature bearings, plastic bearings, rod end bearings, spherical bearings, pillow blocks, sintered bronze bushings, radial ball bearings, thrust bearings & washers, sleeve bearings, needle bearings, inner races, roller clutches, guide wheels & rail systems, linear ball bearings, inner and outer ring spacers and shafting. QBC stocks both inch and metric sizes. New to the Web site is our eStore which allows you to check price and availability, place an order or request a quote anytime. QBC also provides custom-made bearings and shafting to the customer print. We also offer on-site relubing of bearings in a certified class 1000 clean room.

www.qbcbearings.com

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DualVee® Washdown Wheels

Pittsburg, CA  – - Bishop-Wisecarver Corporation announces its new patent pending washdown wheels, the latest addition to the company’s signature DualVee product line. Designed primarily to meet the extreme demands of food processing equipment linear motion applications, the washdown wheel significantly extends bearing life, and is interchangeable with standard vee wheels for ease of replacement.

Available in sizes 2 and 3, DualVee washdown wheels feature an all stainless steel construction, FDA approved grease, an outer shield, and inner seal for added protection from liquids and debris. The rubberized metallic shield acts as a momentary seal when subjected to a stream of high velocity washdown fluid. The fluid velocity causes the rubberized shield to deflect and conform to the metallic surface of the wheel, sealing against ingress of liquids. The inner seal provides the principal line of defense, ensuring that external fluids are kept out of the wheel while retaining the internal lubrication grease; both important factors affecting the life of the wheel. Once the stream is directed away from the wheel, the deflected shield returns to its original position, allowing any residual fluid that entered the zone between the shield and seal to drain out or be spun out by centrifugal force.

For more information on DualVee washdown wheels visit www.bwc.com/products/dual-vee.html.

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New Catalog from GAM

Mount Prospect, IL, USA – In-line gear reducers, right-angle gear reducers and linear mount products with varying degrees of precision are the focus of a new 72-page catalog from GAM. Eleven product lines are featured including four new lines – the SPL Series of shaft output in-line planetary gearboxes, the FP Series of shaftless in-line planetary gearboxes, the SSP Series of washdown servo in-line gearboxes for sanitary applications and the Dyna Lite Series, a right-angle gearbox that offers the performance and price of in-line gearboxes.

Also featured is a line of gearboxes designed to simplify mounting to a linear ball screw or belt module. The gearboxes, in-line and right-angle versions, feature a hollow output that eliminates the need for additional couplings or adapters. Another mounting solution detailed is the Linear Slide Kit (LSK). Designed to simplify mounting linear slides to motors and gearboxes, the LSK includes a bellows or elastomer coupling plus all mounting hardware, is customized to the user’s motor or gearbox and linear slide and is readily available for delivery.

Many other gear reducers are covered as well ranging from the very high-precision I.M.P.A.C.T.® Series of in-line planetary gearbox with an integrated bellows coupling on the input and an integrated bellows or elastomer coupling on the output; the Dyna Series right-angle gearbox with hypoid gearing; the EPL in-line gearbox, a low-cost option for less demanding servo applications and more.
Complete information on each product line is included in the catalog: cutaway illustrations identifying internal components, dimensional drawings, performance data, sizing information and helpful selection guides.

For more information on GAM’s full line of gear reducers, linear slide kits, servo couplings and safety couplings, contact GAM, 901 E. Business Center Drive, Mount Prospect, IL 60056, Telephone (847) 649-2500, FAX (847) 649-2501.

www.gamweb.com

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New Vibration Mounts

New sizes for constant natural frequency mounts

As a result of their embedded internal gaps and supports, the Series V10Z24 constant natural frequency type mounts, will increase their stiffness proportionally with an applied load for better machine support. The V10Z24M10040LD handles 400-1,000 lbs, the V10Z24M10040HD handles 700-1,900 lbs, and the V10Z24-575175 is for equipment to 8,000 lbs for non-impact machinery and 5,000 lbs for impact machinery.
Advanced Antivibration Components

http://www.vibrationmounts.com

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MISUMI offers an extensive line of linear ball bushings.

With varying shape, length, material and surface finish combinations MISUMI linear ball bushings feature a range of available types. Choose from either 52100 bearing steel or 440C stainless steel materials with Electroless Nickel Plating offered as an optional surface treatment for 52100 bearing steel. Furthermore, compatible spacers, stopper plates and mounting housings are offered to complement this extensive line of linear ball bushings.

Additionally, MISUMI linear ball bushings can be ordered using the Web Ordering System. This tool enables procurement to instantly obtain price and shipping information and can also obtain a request for quotation (RFQ). The Web Ordering System provides historical order and quotation information, which allows the customer to maximize the use of common components across multiple machines. Also, RoHS compliance and other data are available at the component level for most components.

www.misumiusa.com

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Bishop-wisecarver’s Dualvee® Integral Studded Guide Wheels

Pittsburg, CA  – Bishop-Wisecarver Corporation, manufacturer of the original DualVee® guide wheel, announced the availability of custom stud lengths for its patent-pending integral studded wheels. Available in carbon steel or polymer versions, integral wheels feature a one piece design.  Lower profile and larger diameter fasteners provide greater rigidity and increased mounting torque capability.

Specified stud lengths enables design engineers to take advantage of the improved performance introduced with integral wheels, regardless of profile constraints.

“Bishop-Wisecarver has specialized in custom linear motion systems and components for more than 40 years,” says Pamela Kan, president of Bishop-Wisecarver. ” We are committed to ‘motion without limits’, and take pride in our ability to meet individual application requirements.  Custom stud length options add another dimension of design flexibility for our customers.”

For more information on DualVee integral wheels, including custom stud minimum order quantities and delivery information, visit www.bwc.com/products/dual-vee.html

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