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New Thomson video shows high-precision performance of its WM ball guided ball-screw-driven units

★ By Lisa Eitel Leave a Comment

Thomson Industries Inc., a leading manufacturer of mechanical motion control solutions, has released a new video to introduce the benefits of WM80 ball-guided ball-screw-driven linear units. These linear systems are designed for high thrust, payload, precision and stiffness with force up to 12,000 N and repeatability to 0.005 mm. The WM series is suitable for […]

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

New video helps engineers service the Thomson Motorized Lead Screw

★ By Danielle Collins Leave a Comment

Thomson Industries, Inc. has released a new educational video to help design engineers correctly service the Thomson Motorized Lead Screw in the field. The precision-engineered units combine a hybrid stepper motor and lead screw in one compact envelope to provide clear advantages with a solution that is smaller, stronger, and more efficient than alternate technologies. […]

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

Don’t rule out leadscrews

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by Robert Lipsett, Site Leader and Engineering Manager, Thomson Industries Here we explain where leadscrews excel in linear-motion applications. Then we explain how to apply them. Ballscrews are often the first choice for linear-motion applications because the use of recirculating ball bearings provides high efficiency, load capacity and positioning accuracy. However, with careful attention to […]

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

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

★ 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

★ 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

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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

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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”

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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

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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

★ 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

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