Chanhassen, MN—Exlar announces the Tritex™ II Series electric actuators, offering 1500 Watt, AC powered operation and digital position control within a single, space-saving housing. These actuators combine a brushless servomotor with either rotary or linear (output) actuation, assembling all elements into a compact, sealed housing for demanding environments. With their built-in mechanical converters, Tritex II […]
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PBC Linear Actuator Gives Green Energy a Lift
In an economy that is gearing more towards green energy, PBC Linear is helping lay down the initial framework. Utilizing the high-accuracy PLA linear actuator, a cutting edge US company that manufactures silicon ingots from solar furnaces is able to sustain smooth, quiet and long-lasting operation for the their specially designed furnace damper that controls […]
New Belt Driven Actuator from PBC Linear
Rockford, IL – PBC Linear has expanded the PL series product line by introducing the belt driven PLB actuating system. With its inherent lightweight design, the PLB actuator provides easy installation for long-lasting linear motion. Built for high speed and load applications, the PLB actuator features Integral V™ guided cam rollers, SIMO™ precision machining (Simultaneous […]
Haydon 21000 Series Linear Actuators from Haydonkerk
Haydon™ 21000 series, Size 8, linear actuators from Haydonkerk Motion Solutions are the newest and smallest addition to the company’s extensive hybrid motor line. These linear actuators occupy a minimal 21mm (0.8”) square space and include numerous patented innovations that provide high performance and endurance in a very small package. The Haydon 21000 series linear […]
Guide to Thomson Clean Energy Design Alternatives
WOOD DALE, IL – Thomson, A Danaher Motion Company, has available a new Guide to Thomson Clean Energy Alternatives for solar and wind energy applications. The guide reviews some of the most significant considerations that design engineers should take into account to maximize the reliability, accuracy and efficiency of their clean energy machines, with specific […]
Haydonkerk’s Combination Linear Slide and Motor
HaydonKerk Motion Solutions™ offers the Kerk RGS® linear slide assembly combined with the Haydon™ MotoDrive™ PDE Actuator, an integrated linear slide, stepper motor, and electronic drive assembly combined together in a single unit. The Kerk RGS linear slide features a standard wear-compensating, anti-backlash driven carriage to ensure repeatable and accurate positioning. All moving surfaces include […]
igus enters the linear actuator arena with the debut of DryLin ZLW
EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Igus® Inc. announced the availability of the company’s first linear actuator. New DryLin ZLW is a lightweight, toothed-belt linear drive equipped with a hard-anodized aluminum profile, a DryLin W compact linear guide and iglide plastic sliding elements. Now customers have the option of a maintenance-free, self-lubricating, lightweight actuator when designing a […]
Link Shaft for Belt Drive Linear Modules
Belt driven linear actuators continue to increase in popularity as designers look to mechatronic systems to move products more quickly, cleanly and efficiently. Larger and faster gantries are being built for an increasing variety of applications in diverse new fields. Pick and place devices, inspection systems, and general material handling continue to take advantage of […]
More Accurate Electric Screw Actuators
When customers choose different packaging bags to keep their costs down, it can affect how packaging machines operate. Such was the case faced by Thiele Technologies, a leader in packaging technology and equipment. Its bagging systems measure, fill and seal bags containing anything from pet food to salt, sugar, dirt, seed, fertilizer or animal feed. […]
SKF® CAR Series Linear Actuators
SKF® “CAR Series” linear actuators can easily be equipped with a wide range of specialized components to deliver custom solutions for industrial applications. These compact and robust actuators benefit from high-efficiency SKF ball screw, sturdy gearbox assembly, and high-quality DC or AC motors contributing reliable performance and extended service life. The actuators in left- and […]
