Schaumburg, IL – THK’s advanced technology has recently been applied to the area of space exploration. For use in experimental missions in outer space, THK has developed a robotic hand with small ball-screw actuators. This robotic hand is designed to safely assist astronauts in their work, as well as to enable work without the presence of […]
TTK70 absolute linear encoder with compact read head by SICK
Sick has launched a compact absolute linear encoder specifically designed as a motor feedback system for linear motors or for positioning machine tools and robotics. Offering a reliable alternative to fragile optical scales, the TTK70 comes with sub-micron resolution as well as an accuracy of +/-10 microns. The high-performance magnetic encoder features a compact yet […]
THK Introduces High-Speed, High Axial Load Capacity Ball Screw Type SBKH
THK’s Type SBKH Ball Screw reaches speeds of up to 92 m/min while carrying heavy loads. The Type SBKH features the high load carrying capacity of THK’s Type HBN Caged Ball Screw and the high-speed capability of the Type SBK Ball Screw. The Type SBKH’s re-circulation structure, where balls are picked up in the tangential […]
Festo ELGA linear drive delivers high feed force
Festo introduced the ELGA linear drive — a cost-effective electric toothed belt axis that comes with high feed forces as well as flexible motor attachments. It features an integrated plain-bearing guided belt drive that is easy to handle and fit, aside from being ideally suited for positioning lighter loads quickly, allowing machine builders to save […]
THK – Low-Waving, High Rigidity Types SPR and SPS Caged Ball LM Guides
THK’s Type SPR and Type SPS LM Guides with Caged Technology are designed for low-waving and rigid performance. Featuring eight rows of raceways, small diameter balls and super long blocks, the rigidity of these types surpasses conventional LM Guides. In addition, the waving performance of each of these types is approximately 1/10th the waving value […]
HELUKABEL® USA will feature cable solutions at IMTS
Representatives from HELUKABEL® USA will be in attendance at the 29th International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS) in Chicago, IL from September 10-15, 2012 to discuss their cable solutions for the manufacturing industry. HELUKABEL® USA will be exhibiting within the Industrial Automation North America Pavilion at booth E-4256 located in the East Building of McCormick Place. […]
Zaber’s T-LA Series Miniature Linear Actuators with manual controllers
Zaber Technologies Inc. released the Miniature Linear Actuators with Built-in Controllers, as an addition to its T-LA series products which are computer-controlled linear actuators having 0.1um resolution and 60mm travel. The T-LA Series Miniature Linear Actuators with Built-in Controllers features a control knob that can be operated manually, allowing the linear actuator to be moved […]
Bishop-Wisecarver President To State Workforce Investment Board
Bishop-Wisecarver Corporation® President Pamela Kan will appear on KCBS radio to discuss the state of California’s workforce, the role of manufacturing in reviving the economy, and her recently announced appointment to Gov. Jerry Brown’s California Workforce Investment Board (CWIB). The interview airs live at 9:20 a.m. Aug. 31 on San Francisco Bay Area stations 740 […]
High-flex control cables available with 600-volt UL AWM compliance
igus® has significantly upgraded two of its top-selling cables designed for flexing applications on automated machinery. Chainflex® CF5 control cables and shielded CF6 cables now comply with 600-volt AWM styles. The new, improved cables are available immediately from stock and at the same price as before. By increasing the operating voltage to 600 volts, CF5 […]
LINEARSTEP series stepper motor for direct linear motions
Nippon Pulse’s LINEARSTEP series, which are permanent magnet type stepper motors that allow linear motions even without using any mechanical transformers. The linear stepper series offers a simple motion at a lower price than that of traditional linear motion systems and conventional rotary stepper motors. The product has various customizable options including bipolar or unipolar […]
