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New I/O interface from LINAK expands features, control options

May 10, 2022 By Miles Budimir Leave a Comment

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The new LINAK I/O actuator highlights flexibility. With its range of movement and choice of input control and data output, the I/O actuator offers endless modifications to give engineers full control of the exact functionalities needed. Input options allow for adjusting and controlling the electric actuator, while output data gives invaluable insights into application performance. […]

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

LINAK calculator takes the guesswork out of actuator lifetime prediction

April 5, 2021 By Kelsey Zebrowski Leave a Comment

LINAK is launching a B10 lifetime calculator, providing their customers with a valuable glimpse into the future when it comes to actuator service life. Predicting the lifespan of integrated actuators can be challenging, as different applications and conditions place varying demands on components. However, because the B10 life is based on a combination of real-life […]

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LINAK launches the world’s first electric linear actuator with IO-Link

January 8, 2021 By Kelsey Zebrowski Leave a Comment

In the world of factory automation, there is a constant desire to improve efficiency of machinery. Essentially, machine builders are looking for ways to do things smarter at a lower cost. Data is the key driver for that as countless components interact and support the industrial network with real-time information. One of the communication interfaces […]

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Application example: Ladders on construction machinery use actuators for better ergonomics

March 1, 2019 By Lisa Eitel Leave a Comment

90% of small U.S. construction companies have safety programs, but only a third have programs to improve the ergonomics of workers’ environments. It’s too bad, because the risk of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) is especially high in construction workers. Plus annual wage and salary losses are estimated at $46 million for the U.S. private-construction sector. Workers […]

Filed Under: Applications, Ball + leadscrew driven, Featured, Integrated Linear Systems, Linear actuators (all), Linear drives (all) Tagged With: linak

LINAK US launches new video series on linear-actuator technology

February 25, 2019 By Lisa Eitel Leave a Comment

Now in a new Anatomy of Actuation video series, LINAK engineers help design engineers understand the features and technologies available with its actuator solutions. Two linear-motion experts — Hunter Stephenson and Anthony Fossaluzza — discuss linear-motion feedback, the LINAK Integrated Controller platform, and the BusLink software in an easy-to-understand format. Engineers explain BusLink software This video explains […]

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LINAK linear actuators in medical sit-to-stand lifts facilitate rehabilitation

July 23, 2018 By Lisa Eitel Leave a Comment

By 2050 there will be two billion people older than 60, according to the WHO … and 2035 will see a 12.9 million shortage of healthcare professionals. Fortunately, some new linear-motion technologies could help satisfy some of the growing need for healthcare, especially in the segment of the industry dedicated to patient rehabilitation. Consider one […]

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LINAK now sells integrated controller (IC) actuator LA33 for farming and agriculture

June 5, 2017 By Lisa Eitel Leave a Comment

Many manufacturers of adjustable applications for example farming, mobile agriculture, or industrial automation are familiar with LINAK actuators with integrated controller functions — including the LA14, LA25, and LA36. Now a new mid-range offering completes the LINAK portfolio. The new powerful actuator is the LA33 electric linear actuator. It’s a mid-range powerhouse to supply a perfect fit where small actuators […]

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LINAK linear actuators let one manufacturer help another make ergonomic assembly tables

May 16, 2017 By Lisa Eitel Leave a Comment

Recently, Schneider Electric in the Netherlands consulted the Dutch ergonomics company Krikke de Wit Technische Tiloplossingen to lessen the physical burden of employees on their production line. Workers handling server racks and steel computer patch cabinets needed adjustable and tilting assembly tables to boost production and stay safe from overburdening and injury. Schneider Electric assembles […]

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Linear-actuator manufacturer Linak U.S. begins $33 million expansion of Kentucky plant

May 14, 2017 By Lisa Eitel Leave a Comment

Linak U.S., manufacturer of linear actuators, has begun a $33 million expansion of its Louisville, Ky. plant at 2200 Stanley Gault Parkway. The company purchased a vacant 14.6-acre site for this expansion earlier this year. The new 145,000-square-foot building will double the size of the current facility and add more than 400 full-time jobs to […]

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Electric Actuator LA14 – Tough World – Tough Actuator

May 10, 2013 By Stacy Combest 1 Comment

The LA14 electric actuator from TECHLINE is the new member of a family of strong, robust TECHLINE actuators from LINAK. It has all of the TECHLINE qualities and has been fitted with an aluminum housing to make it applicable for the most extreme applications. Important features for the LA14 are: Top quality in every detail […]

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