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Puja Mitra

About Puja Mitra

Puja Mitra has an MBA in Marketing and HR as well as an MA in Economics. As a Managing Editor, she has experience managing CAD, CAM, and CAE directories. She also handles design, BIM, manufacturing, digital transformation, and computing news. With over 12 years of editing experience, she has a particular interest in content and technical writing.

NewTek NTC-6000 adds digital outputs for legacy LVDTs

★ By Puja Mitra Leave a Comment

NewTek has released the NTC-6000 Qwik-Cal LVDT signal conditioner, which adds digital outputs to existing LVDT sensors. The unit lets facilities connect legacy LVDTs, RVDTs and LVRT half-bridge sensors to digital control systems, automation networks or IIoT platforms without replacing the sensors. Many analog sensors can be difficult to connect to modern control systems, and […]

Filed Under: Encoders + sensors (linear) + I/O Tagged With: newtek

THK introduces 7th Axis Robot Transfer Unit RK for FANUC CoBots

★ By Puja Mitra Leave a Comment

THK has introduced the 7th Axis Robot Transfer Unit RK, a linear transfer system designed to extend the working range of collaborative robots. The unit uses caged-ball LM Guides mounted on a rigid aluminum extrusion body. A rack-and-pinion drive supports long-stroke travel. The mounting table is sized to accommodate FANUC CRX series CoBots, including the […]

Filed Under: Rack + pinion driven Tagged With: THK

Rollon launches HGT-MG telescopic rail with synchronization magnets

★ By Puja Mitra Leave a Comment

Rollon has launched the HGT-MG telescopic rail, an addition to its HGT product range. The new version includes a redesigned ball cage and synchronization magnets to improve load handling, extension smoothness and durability. Advanced synchronization technology The HGT-MG is available in sizes 60 and 80 and uses a ball cage with reduced pitch and end […]

Filed Under: Ball + roller guides Tagged With: rollon

OES launches dual-axis Alpha-Beta V goniometer stages

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Optimal Engineering Systems has released a new series of Alpha-Beta “V” dual-axis goniometer stages. The stages are arranged with one axis perpendicular to the other, allowing positioning for inspection, mirror alignment and camera or laser orientation. The lower, horizontal-axis stage provides ±10 degrees of rotation. The upper, vertical-axis stage includes a 65 mm by 65 […]

Filed Under: Stages + gantries Tagged With: OES, Optimal Engineering Systems

norelem expands lineup with electric cylinders and actuators

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norelem has expanded its portfolio to include electric cylinders and precision IO-Link servo actuators as an alternative to pneumatic cylinders. These components are intended for applications in mechanical engineering and medical technology that require precise linear motion. The electric cylinders from norelem combine a brushless servo motor, a servo controller and a recirculating ball spindle […]

Filed Under: Controls for linear axes, Linear actuators (all) Tagged With: norelem

New HGT-MG telescopic rail expands Rollon’s HGT range

★ By Puja Mitra Leave a Comment

Rollon has introduced the HGT-MG telescopic rail, an addition to its HGT product range. The new version includes a redesigned ball cage and synchronization magnets to support load handling, improve extension smoothness and increase durability. Advanced synchronization technology The HGT-MG is available in sizes 60 and 80 and features a newly engineered ball cage with […]

Filed Under: Ball + roller guides, Slides + guides (all) Tagged With: rollon

LINAK introduces compact LA21 actuator for OEM applications

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LINAK’s new LA21 electric actuator targets OEM demands for compact design, precise motion and reliable performance in challenging conditions. Faster cycles and consistent results The LA21 is the fastest actuator in its size class, combining high speed with low backlash and a high position resolution for precise, repeatable motion. This supports shorter cycle times, stable […]

Filed Under: Linear actuators (all) Tagged With: linak

PI introduces V-573 linear stages with 3-phase linear motors

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PI has introduced the V-573, a new series of linear positioning stages featuring high-precision guidance and frictionless 3-phase linear motors. With 80nm bidirectional repeatability, 1g acceleration, and 500mm/s velocity, the V-573 family offers precise motion control suited for production environments. Designed for XY configurations, the stages integrate with PI’s ACS-based EtherCAT motion controllers, using advanced […]

Filed Under: Linear motors, Stages + gantries Tagged With: physik instrumente, physikinstrumente

Rollon supports Skyward and the Orion rocket at EuRoC 2025

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Rollon and Skyward Experimental Rocketry, a student association at Politecnico di Milano, marked four years of collaboration. Rollon is providing technical support and motion solutions for the team’s Orion rocket, which will be launched at the 2025 European Rocketry Challenge (EuRoC), a university-level rocketry competition in Europe. Orion, the successor to last year’s Lyra, is […]

Filed Under: Motion Casebook, Slides + guides (all) Tagged With: rollon

Rollon expands TH actuator range with new size 200

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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 technical applications. The TH actuator series features a compact design and positioning repeatability within ±5 μm, supporting applications in industrial automation, packaging, and robotics. The […]

Filed Under: Featured, Linear actuators (all) Tagged With: rollon

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