Steinmeyer announced an addition to its line of precision rotary stages. The standard DT130-DC stage is a worm gear driven unit with a rotary encoder and features positional accuracy of +/- 0.07 degrees, repeatability of +/- 0.007 degrees, a max speed of 15 rpm and a load capacity of 50 Newton. Drive mechanism is a […]
Stainless Steel Linear Actuators Convert Rotary Motion Into Precise Linear Motion
Zero-Max is now offering Roh’lix linear actuators made from stainless steel for use in operations where cleanliness is a priority. Used to convert rotary motion to linear travel, Roh’lix linear actuators carry loads at speeds up to 70 inches per second depending on size. Stainless steel components make these Roh’lix linear actuators ideal for food, […]
igus keeps moving
igus is continuing its growth trend. Despite difficult market conditions in 2012, igus managed to increase turnover by five percent and finished the year on a record high. igus is counting on “organic growth” this year, too. Within the context of a long-term investment program, significant capital will be directed at new product divisions, the […]
Maximize Machine Performance with Glide Screw Technology from Thomson
Thomson introduces Glide Screw – a new mechanical linear motion solution that combines the features of a linear bearing and a lead screw into a single, compact package. The Glide Screw’s integrated and pre-aligned lead screw and linear bearing design smoothly and quietly actuates a moment load or side load without additional support. The Glide Screw’s […]
Pitch adjustment option for linear drive enhances accuracy and linear speed control
Amacoil/Uhing has introduced a new option for Uhing RG linear drives which enables extremely fine adjustment to the linear pitch of the drive unit. Using the new control knob option, the pitch may be adjusted while the drive is moving without changing motor speed. Nor is there any need for gear reduction. The pitch adjustment […]
HEIDENHAIN Linear Encoder Perfect for Linear Motors
HEIDENHAIN announces its miniature incremental exposed linear encoders, the LIF400 Series, designed especially for linear motor applications. With its postage-stamp size scanning unit and very high accuracy, these encoders are of special interest to stage manufacturers or anyone using linear motors in their machine design. With travel up to 1 meter, the LIF400s maintain a […]
MiHow2 Video: Extending Cable And Hose Life In A Dynamic Cable Carrier
Motion Industries has released a new video on their “MiHow2” channel, the product/application solutions series. The instructive video series’ goal is to share practical industrial applications that viewers can adapt in their own facilities. Tsubaki KabelSchlepp performs the demonstration in the video titled, “How to Increase the Life of Your Cables and Hoses in a […]
Nexen’s Stainless Steel Line of Roller Pinion System
Nexen has expanded its offering of Roller Pinion System (RPS) by adding a full line of stainless steel racks. The RPS is already known for its high positional accuracy, zero backlash, high efficiency, high stiffness, low noise and low maintenance. Adding the corrosion resistance of the stainless steel product line ensures there is a solution […]
Linear MOTIONEERING: Linear Guide Components from Thomson
Thomson introduces Linear MOTIONEERING: Linear Guide Components. The latest addition to the company’s robust family of Linear MOTIONEERING and other design tools, Linear MOTIONEERING: Linear Guide Components enables OEM and factory automation users to optimize machine design and operation by identifying the optimal configuration of Round or Square Rail linear guide components based on application […]
Standard-Setting Absolute Linear Encoder Now Available with Fanuc Interface
HEIDENHAIN’s LC 200 linear encoder continues to set the standard in linear measurement on long machine tool axes. Now available with a Fanuc interface, this encoder is increasing its available interface options and meeting further demand. An absolute type encoder, the LC 200 offers its advantages for measuring lengths of up to 28 meters, such […]
