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Seven Interchange Tools for Linear Guides and Bearings

January 21, 2016 By Danielle Collins 1 Comment

In linear motion, there are few types of components that are truly interchangeable—that is, where a product from one manufacturer is a dimensional and technical replacement with a product from another manufacturer. In fact, only linear ball bearings (bushings) and shafts are commonly interchangeable between manufacturers, with very few dimensional and technical differences. Not only […]

Filed Under: Applications, Ball + roller guides, Slides + guides (all) Tagged With: linear bearing, linear guide, Linear Slide, Linear Slides, profiled rail, roller rail

New economical linear slide from PHD

August 6, 2015 By Danielle Collins Leave a Comment

PHD LInear Slide

Built on the foundation of long-life products for industrial automation, PHD Optimax actuators are designed to meet machine builders’ performance requirements at a competitive prices. These economical, efficient, and reliable actuators provide an alternative choice to PHD’s standard “built-to-order” product line, delivering even more cost-effective solutions to meet industrial application needs. In a continuing effort […]

Filed Under: Industry news, Linear actuators (all), Pneumatic cylinders Tagged With: Actuators, Linear Actuator, Linear Actuators, Linear Slide, Linear Slides, phd

Compact Series from PBC Linear offers low profile linear motion solutions

July 13, 2015 By Danielle Collins 1 Comment

PBC Linear Compact Series

PBC Linear has recently released a low profile linear guide system, the Compact Series. This addition to the Mechantronics Enabled initiative is designed to provide smooth, accurate, and repeatable linear motion in tight spaces. Boasting a 23 mm standard height, and with the flexibility to be configured to adapt to the demands of a given […]

Filed Under: Ball + leadscrew driven, Industry news, Linear actuators (all) Tagged With: linear acutator, Linear Slide, PBC Linear

Compact Stages for Scanning and Indexing

June 2, 2015 By Danielle Collins Leave a Comment

The Velmex XSlide assembly is a compact positioning stage highly suitable for high performance incrementing and scanning of smaller loads. Its compact design makes it ideal for limited space applications. Constructed with hard-coat anodized aluminum dovetail ways and smooth motion PTFE bearings, XSlide assemblies deliver higher rigidity for longer life and more precise movement when […]

Filed Under: Ball + leadscrew driven, Industry news, Linear actuators (all) Tagged With: lead screw, Linear Slide

Hardened way slides provide durability for long-life operations

March 10, 2015 By Danielle Collins Leave a Comment

Hardened Way Slide

Gilman Precision explains the basics of a hardened way slide, including which applications they are good for and how to keep yours in great working condition. Predominantly used for high production, hardened way slides provide linear rigidity for heavy duty applications. “A hardened way slide is a linear positioning device that incorporates precision, ground rectangular […]

Filed Under: Industry news, Linear actuators (all), Stages + gantries Tagged With: gilman, Linear Actuators, Linear Guides, linear motion, Linear Slide, Linear Slides

We’ve Got You Covered: A Quick Guide to Platings and Coatings

November 14, 2014 By Danielle Collins 4 Comments

Machine builders and end users have many factors to consider when choosing linear motion components and systems – travel length, speed, acceleration, positioning accuracy and repeatability, just to name a few. But sometimes the most challenging requirement isn’t a traditional application spec. It’s the environment that the system will be working in. Many industries have processes […]

Filed Under: Ball + lead + roller screws, Linear actuators (all), Linear bearings, Slides + guides (all) Tagged With: Actuators, Ball Screw, Coating, Harsh Environment, Linear Actuator, Linear Actuators, linear guide, Linear Guides, linear motion, Linear Slide, Linear Slides, Plating, Protection

Three Ways to Save Space with Linear Actuators

October 23, 2014 By Danielle Collins Leave a Comment

Linear actuators are available in configurations that address virtually any application – rail, shaft, or cam roller guideway; screw, belt, or linear motor drive; with or without protective covers; and a wide variety of features to meet unique environmental or technical requirements. All these options make it relatively easy to find the right actuator for […]

Filed Under: Ball + lead + roller screws, Linear actuators (all) Tagged With: Actuators, Linear Actuator, Linear Actuators, Linear Drives, linear motion, Linear Slide, Linear Slides, linear stage

How Seals Extend the Life of Linear Systems

October 10, 2014 By Danielle Collins 7 Comments

When selecting a linear system – ball screw, linear guide, or actuator – most of the focus is on application data such as load, speed, travel, and duty cycle. But there’s another factor that should be considered, especially for technically demanding applications or harsh environments. That factor is sealing. How are the bearings protected against […]

Filed Under: Ball + lead + roller screws, Crossed-roller slides, Linear actuators (all), Linear bearings, Slides + guides (all) Tagged With: Actuators, Ball Screw, bearings, Linear Actuator, Linear Actuators, Linear Drives, Linear Guides, linear motion, Linear Slide, Linear Slides

Whispah Linear Slide suitable for non-contaminating linear motion applications

May 25, 2011 By admin Leave a Comment

LM76 (www.lm76.com), a world leader in self lubricating linear motion bearings, has unveiled a linear slide ideal for non-contaminating linear motion applications such as pharmaceutical, medical and food processing equipment — the Whispah Linear Slide. Offering smooth motion, the new linear slide is exceptionally quiet and is low cost. The Whispah Linear Slide has been […]

Filed Under: Crossed-roller slides, Slides + guides (all) Tagged With: linear motion, Linear Slide, LM76, Whispah Linear Slide

PBC Linear’s Uni-Guide Design Helps Team Win FRC Innovation Award

May 28, 2010 By admin 1 Comment

The FRC (First Robotic Competition) is put on through FIRST and used to provide hands-on design/mechanical physics and engineering experience to high school students—along with valuable teamwork building and project management skills. This year, Team 2641 (a.k.a. the Vikings) of Pittsburgh Central Catholic High School decided to implement PBC Linear’s Uni-Guide linear slide for reliable […]

Filed Under: Featured, Slides + guides (all) Tagged With: linear motion, Linear Slide, PBC Linear, uni-guide

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