11/12/2015 Accurate, fast and convenient nanopositioning Queensgate had released the NPC-D-5200; a digital controller for use with the company’s closed loop piezo actuators and stages. The controller incorporates a precision capacitive measurement circuit ...
11/12/2015 Low power proportional valve for simple, efficient pressure control Emerson has launched the Sentronic LP low power proportional valve designed for the accurate pressure control of air and neutral gasses in applications where power is limited.
08/12/2015 High speed, precision control Bürkert claims that its Type 3360/3361 electromotive seat valves offer a complete process control valve that sets new standards with respect to performance, reliability and cost-effectiveness. ...
07/12/2015 Pilot valves for tough, harsh environments Festo has launched the VOFD, a robust pilot valve for process automation applications.The valve is claimed to be exceptionally tough and provides excellent performance even the pharmaceutical, ...
03/12/2015 Zero-backlash jaw couplings for optical inspection systems Ruland’s zero-backlash jaw couplings’ dampening characteristics are claimed to reduce settling time and shock loads in stop-and-go optical inspection systems, resulting in more accurate system ...
03/12/2015 ECX brushless motors are fast, sterilisable and configurable Maxon motor has launched a series of high-speed motors that are configurable online. The ECX brushless motors are claimed to run smoothly, are quiet and are highly efficient. These brushless drives ...
01/12/2015 Robot handles challenging packaging applications FANUC has extended its M-10iA range of materials handling robots with the introduction of the high speed, long reach M-10iA/8L. Capable of handling payloads up to 8kg, the M-10iA/8L offers a reach of ...
30/11/2015 Simple connection of industrial PROFI-networks HMS Industrial Networks has upgraded its Anybus X-gateways to offer heterogeneous connection of PROFI-equipment. This upgrade is claimed to allow simple and cost-effective connection of different ...
27/11/2015 Smart Standard Drives provide servo performance and precision NORD Drivesystems’ offers a range of cabinet, wall mounted and motor-mounted frequency inverters with optional POSICON position control for use with its IE2/IE3 asynchronous geared motors or ...
25/11/2015 Ensuring precision and high throughput in DNA extraction Festo has developed a handling system for use in the oKtopureTM DNA extraction robot from LGC. The fully-automatic robot has been developed for plant and animal breeders, and molecular biologists ...
23/11/2015 Automatically optimised microstepping drive Astrosyn has released the P756, a compact drive incorporating automatically optimised microstepping. This feature is claimed to ensure smooth, low speed operation said to reduce mechanical wear and ...
20/11/2015 Helping machine builders save on space, cost and maintenance Eaton has developed an ultra-compact modular slice I/O system that is said to offer a range of benefits for machine builders. The XN300 features CANopen connectivity, plug-in connector technology and ...
18/11/2015 Bespoke disentangling The range of MAFU Automation disentangling and feeding equipment from R. A. Rodriguez allows users to sort, feed and accurately place non-sensitive parts regardless of their size, material or ...
12/11/2015 Cost-efficient miniature motor Mclennan is now distributing Portescap’s Athlonix 22DCP high-power mini-motors with Alnico magnets. The cost-effective 22mm brushed DC motor series is suited for use in high torque and high ...
12/11/2015 Three phase thyristor controller Powerstax has introduced its DTC 352 Dual Control Channel Three Phase Thyristor Controller suitable for use in electro-chemical processes and control of motors, heaters and traction equipment.
11/11/2015 Transducers with real-time Ethernet interfaces Balluff has released transducers in rod and profile housings with an Ethernet interface which are claimed to offer help machine manufacturers and operators with respect to startup and machine output.
10/11/2015 Siemens releases machine tool motors Siemens has unveiled the Simotics S-1FT7 compact synchronous servomotor with shaft height 132 and the Simotics S-1FG1 servo geared motor, which is available in a variety of models. These motors are ...
05/11/2015 Better engineering means higher productivity WIDIA has released the VariMill III ER solid-carbide end mill, the latest edition to its WIDI VariMill family. Featuring a seven-flute, eccentric relief (ER) design, it is engineered for higher metal ...
04/11/2015 ATEX approved, manual control dosing pumps Wanner International has introduced a range of Hydra-Cell, ATEX approved Dosing Performance Pumps with precise mechanical variator control, mounted on a stainless steel base plate.
03/11/2015 Coordinated motion between piezo stages and servo axes Aerotech’s Ensemble QLe panel-mount nanopositioning piezo drive is designed for use with the Ensemble family of drives and controllers. The QLe is claimed to connect to any Ensemble controller ...
03/11/2015 Disc couplings enhance service in high torque applications SKF has launched a range of disc couplings that are claimed to offer cost-effective, lubrication-free service in medium to high torque applications. The SKF Disc Coupling has a capacity range up to ...
02/11/2015 WEG launches VSD to strengthen automation expertise WEG has launched a variable speed drive (VSD) to boost energy efficiency across a range of applications.
30/10/2015 Hollow shaft stepper motor range simplifies design options Mclennan has expanded its range of stepper motors with the HH series hollow shaft motors from its USA distribution partner Applied Motion Products. With high-torque NEMA 17 and 23 motor frame options ...
30/10/2015 World's first IO-Link compatible servo drive controller Festo has launched the CMMO-LK low cost drive controller, claimed to be the world’s first IO-Link controlled servo drive. The CMMO-LK can be connected with any IO-Link master or any Modbus TCP ...
23/10/2015 Schaeffler track rollers now available in premium X-life quality Schaeffler has extended its premium quality X-life product family with a range of high performance track rollers that is said to offer a higher load carrying capacity and a longer rating life than ...
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