The Rexroth IndraMotion MLC is a high-value controller-based motion control system specifically designed for packaging machines with centralized or distributed architectures and a maximum of 16 axes per controller. With IndraMotion MLC up to 64 controllers can be networked together via cross-communication to provide precise synchronization of an entire line or process. The core hardware […]
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 […]
SPS/IPC/Drives Day 1
SPS/IPC/Drives show in Nürnburg is a break out show! Today I spent the majority of the day walking the show and here is what left an impression: Dozens of companies showing and demonstrating drives and motion controls. It reminds me of the Tokyo System Fair that I attended ten years ago in which company after […]
SPS/IPC/Drives Day 2
Wow! What a show. I thought is was crowded yesterday, but by mid-morning most hallways were so packed, you almost felt you were at a sporting event! Surprises coming from companies not usually known for having motion products such as motors/drives/controllers/software, are now bringing it out at the SPS show. Pilz, known as a world […]
Parker Releases New Products & Systems Catalog
Port Washington, NY – Parker’s Electromechanical Automation Division announces the release of a new catalog featuring its Bayside brand of motion and control systems products. The 240-page, full-color guide covers linear and rotary positioning stages, frameless kit motors, gearheads, integral gearmotors and a special section devoted to Parker Bayside’s Engineered Solutions Group, a highly qualified […]
Miniature Linear Guides
Misumi USA offers a full line of miniature linear guides in short, wide, and regular blocks with tapped-hole or dowel-pin constructions. Block height is selectable and rail length can be configured in 1 mm increments from 41 mm to 469 mm to suit various applications, including automated assembly machines and inspection equipment. Guides can be […]
High-Speed Belt Drive Linear Actuators from Del-Tron
High Speed Long Travel Del-Tron’s belt-driven DB series actuators operate at speeds to 5.1 meters per second (MPS) and does not require lubrication or maintenance under normal operating conditions. They are ideal for use when speed is critical, such as pick-and place applications on high speed automation equipment. They can also provide travel lengths to […]
Nippon Pulse Linear Shaft Motor
Radford, VA – Nippon Pulse America’s linear servomotor, the Linear Shaft Motor, is the ideal choice for designers seeking reliability, precision, zero maintenance, and an easy update to their current servo system. The Linear Shaft Motor is a brushless direct drive tubular linear servomotor consisting of just a magnetic shaft and a moving coil assembly (forcer) […]
UtiliTrak Guide System Delivers Stable & Smooth Operating Medical Carts
Dave BartaChristian StefanovitzMPE Inc. Carts that carry ultrasound and other medical devices must be sturdy and have shelves that are easily raised and lowered without binding. Dual vertical linear guides are commonly used, however, when the guides are not precisely parallel, they bind. Recently, MPE, Inc., Milwaukee, Wisconsin, a contract manufacturer of custom carts […]
Bosch Rexroth Miniature Ball Rail® System
Charlotte, NC – Bosch Rexroth has recently expanded its offering of miniature Ball Rail® Systems. The new offering now covers sizes 7, 9, 12, 15 and 20 in the standard version and sizes 9, 12 and 15 in the wide version. Single-piece profiled rails up to 2000 mm in length simplify assembly, with stainless steel […]
