Arcus Drivemax Series of Integrated Stepper Solutions

The DMX-K-SA-11 is the newest and most compact member of Arcus Technology’s single axis motion control solutions. The module features a stepper motor, a microstep driver, and motor controller in one small NEMA 11 package.The product belongs to the Arcus Drivemax series of integrated stepper solutions which are especially suited for medical,... [Read more]

Plug-in Motion/Machine Control Module

Fort Smith, AR — Baldor Electric Company (NYSE: BEZ) has launched a new plug-in motion/machine control module for its Ethernet-compatible Powerlink drives. The new controller module allows machine builders to eliminate the need for a separate external network controller, along with all of the cabling and panel space that would normally be required.... [Read more]

QuickSilver Solves Tightening Applications

The most common tightening applications are caps or nuts. These types of applications require accurate control of torque and position to avoid stripping, under tightening, over tightening, missing bottles, cross-threading, and mechanical jams.QuickSilver’s programmable single axis servo motor controller can be pre-loaded with the expected/nominal... [Read more]

PMD Prodigy® Motion Cards

Lincoln, Massachusetts, USA — Performance Motion Devices, Inc. (PMD) announces its latest advancement in the Prodigy family of motion cards, which now provides machine designers the capability to download and run motion programs directly on Prodigy cards. This new capability off-loads the PC host and increases the flexibility to distribute motion... [Read more]

Beijer Electronics Launches HMI I/O Controller

Developed by Beijer Electronics, this new I/O module enables easy interfacing with Beijer Electronics’ HMI and allows the user to implement simple monitoring and automation tasks without the need of a PLC. The HMI I/O Controller is an easy-to-install and cost effective solution. The compact new HMI I/O Controller is specially developed for the plus... [Read more]

Advanced Motion Controls Boost Wafer Handling Efficiency

BlueShift Technologies recently debuted its QuickLink™ vacuum wafer-handling system. It is configured with linear, linkable architecture that provides OEMs a competitive edge over conventional radial systems. The system offers a common vacuum platform for a variety of tools and process applications. One of the greatest challenges in developing this... [Read more]

JenCNC Introduces Automatic Master/Slave X-Axis Gantry Control

JenCNC is written specifically for Animatics SmartMotors™ providing true robust CNC control for the Automation Marketplace. JenCNC now provides control of X, Y, Z and A (rotary or auxiliary axis) and an additional X-Slave Axis. Often times, in wide X-Y axis gantry machines, it is more effective to have two X-Axis motors one on either side of a gantry.... [Read more]

GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms’ PACMotion™ Certified in Compliance with PLCopen

Charlottesville, VA – GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms, a unit of GE Enterprise Solutions, announces that it has received certificates of compliance from PLCopen, the independent organization that focuses on the harmonization of control programming around IEC 61131-2. PLCopen represents various industries and seeks to drive more efficiency in industrial... [Read more]

Electroglas Introduces a Turn-Key Motion System

SAN JOSE, Calif. – Electroglas, Inc. (Nasdaq:EGLS) today announced the release of its Motion Control for Advanced Technologies (MCAT). Optimized to reduce development costs and design cycle times for Value Added Resellers and Original Equipment Manufacturers, the Electroglas MCAT delivers the performance and reliability of a production semiconductor... [Read more]

The Future of Motion Control

SEMINARS – Power PMAC – The Future of Motion Control December 1st through December 9th 2008 Texas – Minneapolis – Detroit – Boston – New Jersey – Ohio Delta Tau, in partnership with their Distribution Channel, will tour the U.S. hosting six Motion Control Seminars. These free half-day seminars will offer insight into the most advanced... [Read more]

Mitsubishi Electric Introduces Motion Controllers for the iQ Automation(TM) Platform

VERNON HILLS, Ill.–Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. introduced its Q172D and Q173D motion controllers for its leading-edge iQ Automation™ platform at PACK EXPO International 2008. These new controllers are engineered for simple to complex motion control applications including packaging, material handling, printing, semiconductor fabrication,... [Read more]

Unique Winding Machine Produces Carbon Fiber Tubes and Rods

Fehraltorf, Switzerland — The Ethernet-compatible Powerlink motion control network is helping the Swiss company Carbo-Link to create carbon fiber components for challenging applications such as rigging for racing yachts. The company has used a Powerlink compatible controller and drives from Baldor to build a machine that winds carbon fibres to... [Read more]

Successful Inspection and Detection in Packaging

Sensitive products require an even more sensitive packaging system. Cermex, a French specialist in end-of-line packaging machines, uses an integrated vision system to package a liquid product used by doctors in MRI examinations. Expensive and light-sensitive, the MRI liquid is packaged in small flasks and placed in special crates for maximum protection.... [Read more]

QuickSilver OEM Servo Motor Controller with CANopen

QuickSilver has added a CANopen option to its OEM servo motor controller. CANopen may be configured for peer-to-peer, master or slave. This allows the controllers to share I/O and registers with other CANopen enabled SilverDust™ controllers or 3rd party CANopen devices (i.e. I/O blocks, encoders, PLCs…). For a multiaxis system, connect several IG-Js,... [Read more]

ACS’ SPiiPlus Series and MC4U Series Motion Controllers

PLYMOUTH, MN — ACS Motion Control has developed high-speed motion control modules that provide comprehensive diagnostics and safety handling. ACS’ SPiiPlus Series and MC4U Series of motion controllers feature program default response mechanisms that can be customized to detect over-positioning (position error), over-current and over-velocity... [Read more]