Back pain effects about 80% of the population. Sometimes, the cause is pressure exerted on nerves branching out from the spinal column into the lower or upper extremities. For pain caused by compressive injury of the spine, one approach to relief that is proving successful is spinal decompression. Axiom’s spinal decompression system, the DRX9000™. Axiom […]
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PBC Linear Commercial Rail
Rockford, IL – With new advancements made to our production process, costs on products such as Commercial Rail have been significantly reduced. This simple linear solution fits a number of applications at a very economical cost. PBC Linear’s recent addition of two Flexible Manufacturing Systems into their production line allows for 24/7 production. Time to […]
Specifying and sizing linear rails for motion systems
Updated February 2019 || The best approach to specifying and sizing linear rails is to define the most critical parameters of the application first; narrow the choices based on these requirements; and then apply critical variables to make the final linear-rail selection. When the system requires motion in X, Y, and Z axes, consider each axis […]
Low Profile Ball Type Linear Guideway
HIWIN’s four-row EG series is designed to offer high load capacity and high rigidity. It features equal load ratings in all four directions, and self-aligning capability to absorb installation error without sacrificing accuracy. The lower assembly height and shorter length make the EG series perfect for high speed automation equipment and other applications where space […]
Four-Row Wide Rail
HIWIN’s WE series features equal load ratings in the radial, reverse radial and the lateral direction with contact points at 45 degrees. This, along with the wide rail, allows the guide way to be rated for high loads, moments and rigidity. By design, it has a self-aligning capability that can absorb most installation errors and […]
Integral V Technology from Pacific Bearing
Rockford, IL – Pacific Bearing Company proudly introduces our new line of cost effective, easy to specify linear guide systems—Integral V Technology. A unique, patent pending process allows for tighter tolerances without additional cost. The design itself is capable of carrying heavy loads at high capacity, velocity, and acceleration while still excelling in wear resistance. […]
Caged Ball LM Guide from THK
Schaumburg, IL – With the introduction of the SRS5M/WM, the benefits of Caged Technology are available for the first time in a miniature LM Guide. THK Caged Technology employs a synthetic resin cage with a patented curvature that cradles each ball and separates it from the next one. The spaces between the rolling elements retain […]
Mechanical Motion Solutions Brochure from Danaher
A new Mechanical Motion Solutions brochure is available from Danaher Motion. The brochure provides an overview of key product features and specifications for the complete Thomson mechanical product portfolio. The portfolio includes Linear Ball Bushing® bearings and 60 Case™ shafting, profile rail linear guides, ball screws and components, lead screws, linear units, positioning slides, linear […]
THK’S New Lightweight LM Guide
Schaumburg, IL – The new Light LM Guide from THK America, Inc. enables high-speed operation. Featuring a cold drawn hollow rail and an aluminum block, the Light weighs approximately 40% less than conventional guides (calculated for a 1000 mm rail length with one block). To ensure a long service life, the Light includes the same […]
NSK’s RA Series Roller Guides
Franklin, Indiana – NSK has combined its extensive experience in roller bearings and linear guide technologies to develop the RA series of roller guides. Optimally designed to meet the rigorous demands of the machine tool industry, the RA series employs advanced technology to provide the industry’s highest load capacity, superior motion accuracy and unprecedented operating […]