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- High-power electromechanical cylinders cover heavy-duty applications
- US-manufactured XY stages provide ultra-high precision linear motion
- New 0.5 micron resolution linear positioning stages made for cleanliness
- Miniaturized piezo linear stages with robust bi-phase motors
- Rollon expands TH actuator range with new size 200

High-power electromechanical cylinders cover heavy-duty applications
New high-power versions of the EMC-HP electromechanical cylinder from Bosch Rextroth cover a wide range of heavy-duty applications with forces up to 250 kN Whether it’s pressing, forming, riveting, … [Read More...] about High-power electromechanical cylinders cover heavy-duty applications

US-manufactured XY stages provide ultra-high precision linear motion
PI now offers the US-manufactured V-781 XY Stage series, setting new standards for precision, stability, and ease of integration in high-performance motion systems. Engineered as a monolithic, … [Read More...] about US-manufactured XY stages provide ultra-high precision linear motion

New 0.5 micron resolution linear positioning stages made for cleanliness
OES (Optimal Engineering Systems) has added two stainless steel electroless nickel-plated linear single-axis stages to their extensive line of high-resolution stages. The AX40-F1VR-ND and the … [Read More...] about New 0.5 micron resolution linear positioning stages made for cleanliness

Miniaturized piezo linear stages with robust bi-phase motors
PI’s new B-421 BIX nanopositioning stages are compact, high-precision linear positioning systems designed for applications requiring reliable and accurate motion in extremely space-constrained … [Read More...] about Miniaturized piezo linear stages with robust bi-phase motors

Rollon expands TH actuator range with new size 200
Rollon has introduced a new size 200 to its TH ball screw-driven linear actuator line. This expansion provides additional options for designers and engineers seeking higher capacity and flexibility in … [Read More...] about Rollon expands TH actuator range with new size 200

New compact, PTFE-free linear guide for precise positioning from igus
igus’s new drylin WWP linear guide features a PTFE-free locking carriage and is engineered from lubrication-free, high-performance polymers and aluminum. The guide offers a lightweight, hygienic and … [Read More...] about New compact, PTFE-free linear guide for precise positioning from igus

Dual-axis yaw-pitch stages for critical measurement of curves and angles
The new YP200-30 Series of dual-axis, yaw-pitch stages from OES (Optimal Engineering Systems, Inc.) features a high precision rotary stage (yaw-axis) capable of clockwise and counterclockwise rotation … [Read More...] about Dual-axis yaw-pitch stages for critical measurement of curves and angles

New high-voltage, direct drive linear motors from Kollmorgen
Kollmorgen’s new addition to its IC Ironcore DDL motor family expands beyond 230 Vac products with a new capability to support 400/480 Vac-powered applications. Kollmorgen’s new direct drive linear … [Read More...] about New high-voltage, direct drive linear motors from Kollmorgen

Piezo nanopositioning stage provides 6-axis motion with frictionless guiding system
The P-562.6CD 6-axis nanopositioning stage from PI (Physik Instrumente) is an advanced multi-axis nanopositioning system. Engineered for cutting-edge applications in photonics, semiconductor … [Read More...] about Piezo nanopositioning stage provides 6-axis motion with frictionless guiding system

Understanding linear actuator technology
A review of the different types of linear actuators reveals how to choose the best solution based on the particular application requirements. Michael G. Giunta VP/ Mechanical Engineer Macron … [Read More...] about Understanding linear actuator technology

New compact hexapod for industrial 6-axis alignment applications
PI's new H-815 6-Axis Hexapod is a ruggedized, highly accurate, positioning and alignment system designed for continuous 24/7 operation in demanding industrial motion applications. Engineered as a … [Read More...] about New compact hexapod for industrial 6-axis alignment applications

Pitch, roll, and yaw positioning stages feature high resolution, repeatability
The new YPR-45-45-100 Series of pitch, roll, and yaw three-axis stages from Optimal Engineering Systems, Inc. (OES) are the integration of two +/- 45 degrees goniometers for lower (pitch) and middle … [Read More...] about Pitch, roll, and yaw positioning stages feature high resolution, repeatability

High-thrust linear motor stage delivers long stroke lengths in constrained spaces
IKO's new LT170H2 direct-drive linear motor stage is suitable for dynamic applications such as semiconductor fabrication which require high thrust forces and long strokes. This latest addition to … [Read More...] about High-thrust linear motor stage delivers long stroke lengths in constrained spaces

Upgraded tool simplifies linear motion system design
Thomson Industries, Inc. has upgraded its online sizing and selection tool to help motion system designers optimize linear systems. Updates include an interactive application matching grid, improved … [Read More...] about Upgraded tool simplifies linear motion system design

Fully enclosed, high-resolution miniature linear servo motor features high force-to-size ratio
Moticont has added the SDLM-016-032-01-01-M (Metric) direct-drive linear motor with an integrated encoder and temperature sensor to their SDLM Series of Metric and Imperial dimensioned high precision … [Read More...] about Fully enclosed, high-resolution miniature linear servo motor features high force-to-size ratio