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New video shows the benefits of prism guided linear units in wash-down applications

May 22, 2015 By Danielle Collins Leave a Comment

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of mechanical motion control solutions, has released a new video to showcase the benefits of its prism guided linear units for wash-down applications. Kyle Thompson, Global Product Line Manager, Systems at Thomson, explains in the video, “The M75 Movopart belt-driven, prism guided linear unit is ideally suited to applications […]

Filed Under: Belt + chain driven, Industry news, Linear actuators (all) Tagged With: Linear Actuator, thomson, video

New video demonstrates how to synchronize multiple lifting columns

April 24, 2015 By Danielle Collins Leave a Comment

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of mechanical motion control solutions, has released a new video to demonstrate how design engineers can synchronize multiple Thomson Lifting Columns quickly and easily. The compact design of Thomson Lifting Columns provides a favorable ratio between stroke and retracted length to improve operator ergonomics. Models are designed to handle moment loads […]

Filed Under: Ball + leadscrew driven Tagged With: Actuators, Linear Actuator, Linear Actuators, thomson, thomson linear

Actuators ensure efficient design of off-highway equipment

October 8, 2014 By Editor Leave a Comment

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by Håkan Persson, Global Product Line Manager, Industrial Linear Actuators, Thomson When engineers were challenged to improve farm equipment efficiency, they turned to linear actuators. Trends in designing machinery for farming include delivering faster machines that cover wider areas of farmland and minimizing maintenance and repair. Farmers continually seek equipment with new levels of efficiency, […]

Filed Under: Linear actuators (all) Tagged With: thomson

Key Linear Motion Design Details For Harsh Environments

January 15, 2014 By Editor Leave a Comment

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By Kyle Thompson, Product Line Manager, Thomson Industries, Inc. Linear motion systems are exposed to a range of extreme industrial environments. Careful specification and selection of motion system components, as well as a thoughtful engineering review can mitigate risks in harsh industrial conditions. A critical step in designing any mechanical linear motion system is to […]

Filed Under: Ball + leadscrew driven, Linear actuators (all) Tagged With: thomson

Thomson Solution Delivers Smooth, Backlash-free “Horsepower”

November 11, 2013 By Editor Leave a Comment

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The EquusCT from Artec Imaging is a patient position and CT scanning table with floating carousel that offers a high degree of maneuverability for veterinarians practicing equine healthcare. EquusCT utilizes a Thomson ball screw assembly and Thomson bearings and shafting rail assemblies to enable a horse’s head, neck, front and rear legs to be accurately […]

Filed Under: Ball + lead + roller screws, Linear actuators (all), Linear bearings Tagged With: thomson

Innovative Glide Screw™ Technology from Thomson

November 10, 2013 By Editor Leave a Comment

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Thomson introduces Glide Screw™ – a new mechanical linear motion solution that combines the features of a linear bearing and a lead screw into a single, compact package. The Glide Screw’s integrated and pre-aligned lead screw and linear bearing design smoothly and quietly actuates a moment load or side load without additional support. The Glide […]

Filed Under: Ball + lead + roller screws Tagged With: thomson

New Max Jac® Electric Linear Actuator from Thomson

October 7, 2013 By Editor 1 Comment

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Thomson introduces Max Jac® – a heavy-duty linear actuator that delivers reliable and virtually maintenance free operation while maintaining accuracy in the harshest application conditions. The IP69K rated Max Jac has a stainless steel adapter and extension tubes to help prevent leakage. Additionally, a non-contact feedback signal assures accuracy over time and eliminates the need […]

Filed Under: Linear actuators (all) Tagged With: thomson

Virginia Tech’s Lumenhaus to be featured on HGTV’s Extreme Homes

September 5, 2013 By Editor Leave a Comment

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Virginia Tech University’s Lumenhaus, an 800 square foot energy-optimized and sustainable “smart” home that was the first place winner of the 2010 Solar Decathlon Europe, is slated to be featured on the September 20, 2013, episode of HGTV’s Extreme Homes television show. Lumenhaus leverages an active system of motion controls from Thomson and Kollmorgen to […]

Filed Under: Linear motors Tagged With: thomson

Maximize Machine Performance with Glide Screw Technology from Thomson

July 17, 2013 By Stacy Combest Leave a Comment

Thomson introduces Glide Screw – a new mechanical linear motion solution that combines the features of a linear bearing and a lead screw into a single, compact package. The Glide Screw’s integrated and pre-aligned lead screw and linear bearing design smoothly and quietly actuates a moment load or side load without additional support. The Glide Screw’s […]

Filed Under: Ball + lead + roller screws Tagged With: thomson

Introducing Materials in Motion Guide from Thomson

July 9, 2013 By Editor Leave a Comment

Thomson introduces Materials in Motion – a new guide to innovative motion solutions from Thomson for building better, faster and smarter material handling equipment. The guide provides an overview of the products and technology available from Thomson, including rod-type and rodless linear actuators, round and square rail linear guides and bearings, ball and lead screws, […]

Filed Under: Industry news Tagged With: thomson

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