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New white paper for OEMs spotlights linear motion in biomedical, life sciences applications

June 22, 2021 By Miles Budimir Leave a Comment

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SCHNEEBERGER Inc. announces a new white paper titled “Advancing Life Science and Biomedical Manufacturing Through Linear Motion: The OEM’s Guide.” It explores how original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) can achieve advancements in life science and biomedical manufacturing through the use of next-generation linear motion technology. Facing ongoing competitive pressures and market growth demands, life science and […]

Filed Under: Industry news, Integrated Linear Systems, Linear actuators (all) Tagged With: linear motion, Schneeberger

New actuator offers high-performance linear positioning at economical price

June 1, 2021 By Miles Budimir Leave a Comment

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The new SLA Actuator from SCHNEEBERGER delivers high-performance linear positioning at an economical price. Representing a unique position among high-performance actuators, only the new SLA Actuators deliver SCHNEEBERGER quality, engineering expertise, and global service in a highly customizable super-compact design at an impressively affordable price. SLA Actuators use recirculating ball linear guides that ensure smooth […]

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

White paper guides semiconductor manufacturing machinery OEMs to prevent fab failures

March 16, 2021 By Kelsey Zebrowski Leave a Comment

A new white paper seeks to prevent fab failures before they start by detailing critical linear motion guidance for semiconductor manufacturing machinery OEMs and fab engineers. Reliable linear motion is an absolute operational necessity in a semiconductor fab. From a prevention standpoint, semiconductor manufacturing machinery OEMs must monitor even relatively rare failure risks in linear […]

Filed Under: Applications Tagged With: Schneeberger

SCHNEEBERGER announces SFERAX Type H.L. linear ball bearing

March 8, 2021 By Kelsey Zebrowski Leave a Comment

SCHNEEBERGER Inc. has announced the availability of the new SFERAX Type H.L. linear ball bearing — featuring high-quality engineering at a competitive value point. Developed to support a linear bearing under high loads and high radial torques, the new SFERAX Type H.L. linear ball bearing is ideal for uses ranging from peripheral devices to assembly […]

Filed Under: Linear bearings Tagged With: Schneeberger

Zygo Names SCHNEEBERGER as a 2019 outstanding supplier in quality performance

December 5, 2019 By Lisa Eitel Leave a Comment

Zygo Corp. has named SCHNEEBERGER Inc. as a 2019 Outstanding Supplier in Quality Performance. SCHNEEBERGER, a leading innovator in linear technology, was one of only a handful of companies able to qualify for the elite award. Zygo awarded SCHNEEBERGER its Preferred status after rating the company for excellence across a range of key metrics, including […]

Filed Under: Featured, Industry news Tagged With: Schneeberger

SCHNEEBERGER Inc. expands sales department with White, Guzman, and Trompeter

May 4, 2019 By Lisa Eitel Leave a Comment

Anticipating an upcoming surge in the demand for their high-precision, customized linear technology solutions, SCHNEEBERGER, Inc., the USA-based company, part of the SCHNEEBERGER Group, has announced the expansion of their USA sales team. According to SCHNEEBERGER USA General Manager Linda Aylward, the new members will bring with them decades of relevant industry experience as well […]

Filed Under: Featured, Industry news, Integrated Linear Systems Tagged With: Schneeberger

Profiled rail + rack & pinion = integrated solution

July 6, 2016 By Danielle Collins 1 Comment

Profiled Rail Rack & Pinion

Profiled linear guides are typically used in conjunction with a drive system, such as a belt or ball screw, to provide rigid, accurate motion. When the specification calls for extremely long travel and high thrust force, the drive mechanism of choice is commonly a rack & pinion system. Fortunately for design engineers and machine builders, several […]

Filed Under: Ball + roller guides, Linear actuators (all), Linear drives (all), Rack + pinion driven, Rack + pinion sets, Slides + guides (all) Tagged With: Bosch Rexroth, Boston Gear, Schneeberger, THK

MINIRAIL & MINISCALE delivers fast, accurate production process

June 21, 2012 By Editor 1 Comment

Schneeberger (www.schneeberger.com) has introduced a miniature guideway that features an ultra-high-precision integral, optical distance measuring system. Ideal for space-constricted environments, the MINISCALE is economical to use as it helps achieve more accurate and faster production process. Enabling compact designs, the microscopy scanning stage is almost five times lighter than traditional designs. Meanwhile, the company’s MINIRAIL […]

Filed Under: Slides + guides (all) Tagged With: Schneeberger

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