In manufacturing processes and plants, multiple Industrial Ethernet protocols — such as EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, or EtherCAT — are used across different networks to meet specific topology requirements, communication speeds, or latency guarantees. And although these communication protocols are open, they're often incompatible, resulting in fragmented … [Read More...]
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Posidyne clutch/brakes suitable for indexing conveyors, palletizers
Posidyne clutch brakes feature oil shear technology for rapid and precise stopping, starting, speed change and positioning, all without adjustment or … [Read More...]
New PT WORK Force resources support PT/MC employers
The PTDA Foundation, through its PT WORK Force initiative, has been working hard to assist power transmission/motion control (PT/MC) employers to … [Read More...]
New precision linear stage family for ultra high vacuum applications
PI (Physik Instrumente) LP has introduced a new high precision linear translation stage family for High Vacuum (HV) and Ultra High Vacuum (UHV) … [Read More...]
High-power 10-pole brushless motors from Koford Engineering
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With the new ctrlX AUTOMATION platform, Bosch Rexroth has eradicated the traditional boundaries between machine control systems, IT, and the Internet … [Read More...]
CGI Inc. now offers new Raptor-SS IP69K-rated precision planetary gearheads
CGI Inc., a leading manufacturer of custom precision gearboxes and mechanical subassemblies, now sells a new line of IP69K-rated precision planetary … [Read More...]
Outer-loop control IC for brushless dc and dc brush motors
Performance Motion Devices (PMD) now sells Juno Outer Loop Control ICs — new members of the Juno family of Velocity & Torque Control ICs. These … [Read More...]
What is OPC UA and how does it compare with Industrial Ethernet?
In manufacturing processes and plants, multiple Industrial Ethernet protocols — such as EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, or EtherCAT — are used across different … [Read More...]
Enhanced communication module from Rockwell provides added resiliency
Using primary and backup adapters for the 1756-EN4TR ControlLogix EtherNet/IP communications module lets industrial producers improve their network … [Read More...]
Combined displacement-inclination sensor saves costs, installation space
Many applications require both displacement and inclination to be determined. Usually two different sensors need two be applied to capture both … [Read More...]
What is time-sensitive networking (TSN)?
Most Industrial Ethernet networks can provide hard real-time communication for multi-axis, synchronized motion control. But each one uses its own … [Read More...]
Nippon Pulse offers custom-designed motion controllers to streamline applications and reduce cable mess
Nippon Pulse now offers new service for the OEM design engineers — the creation of custom-designed motion controller boards that use the Nippon Pulse … [Read More...]
Omron releases new CP2E controller for compact IoT applications
Omron Automation Americas recently announced the release of its new CP2E Series all-in-one controller that provides advanced control that enables IIoT … [Read More...]
Trinamic now offers ultra-silent stepper motor driver with step/direction interface
Trinamic Motion Control now sells TMC2226 stepper motor drivers for two-phase bipolar stepper motors providing up to 2.8 A (peak) and supply voltages … [Read More...]
ABB’s new AC motors offer power-dense, water cooled design
ABB's AXW 5000 and 5800 motors offer more horsepower per pound than conventional totally enclosed fan cooled (TEFC) motors but with a smaller frame … [Read More...]
Flat motor series from FAULHABER now features integrated gearhead, encoder
FAULHABER has extended its BXT flat motor series by adding corresponding gearheads and integrated encoders as well as speed controllers that are also … [Read More...]
What’s the difference between torque mode and velocity mode in servo control?
Servo systems are used when the application calls for precise control of position, velocity, or torque — or a combination of the three. Depending on … [Read More...]
Fully integrated servo controller IC from Trinamic aids ventilator design
Trinamic Motion Control has debuted the TMC4671-LA, the world’s first fully integrated servo controller IC with field-oriented control for BLDC/PMSM, … [Read More...]
What is direct torque control (DTC) for AC induction motors?
Variable frequency drives control AC induction motors through one of several control schemes. Scalar control (also referred to as V/Hz or V/f control) … [Read More...]
HEIDENHAIN partners with Applied Motion to expedite new ventilator project
In a collaborative effort to support the healthcare industry during this COVID-19 crisis, HEIDENHAIN is working with Applied Motion Products, Inc. to … [Read More...]
New VFD series features PM motor control, reduced energy usage
Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. has released the newest addition to its lineup of variable frequency drives (VFD), the FR-E800 Series. The … [Read More...]
Miniature brakes: Examples of where electromagnetic spring-applied versions excel
Many industries have come to employ the compact cameras, sensors, batteries, processors, and communications technologies made ubiquitous by consumer … [Read More...]
New GSL robotic strain wave gearboxes available
GAM announces the release of the new GSL series of strain wave gearboxes. The new gearboxes provide zero-backlash and high torque in a small gearbox … [Read More...]
What is isochronous real-time (IRT) data exchange?
Real-time industrial communication protocols are those in which data exchange takes place within a specified amount of time — typically less than 10 … [Read More...]
High torque synchronous drive/timing belts from AutomationDirect
Synchronous drive belts and pulleys use teeth to prevent slippage and unwanted speed variations. AutomationDirect SureMotion 5M and 8M (5-mm and 8-mm … [Read More...]
What are explicit and implicit messaging in EtherNet/IP?
EtherNet/IP, which is the implementation of the Common Industrial Protocol (CIP) over standard Ethernet, uses two types of messaging between devices: … [Read More...]
Trinamic introduces small, lightweight servo controller module
TRINAMIC Motion Control introduces the TMCM-1617, single-axis servo controller module, designed for servo drives with 18A RMS and 8 to 28V dc supply … [Read More...]
Festo assigns teams to COVID-19 respiratory ventilator development and protective gear manufacture
Festo North America and subsidiary Fabco-Air Inc., classified essential businesses, are continuing to supply pneumatic and electric drive technology … [Read More...]
Portescap motors support critical-care applications during COVID-19 pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic is creating an urgent need for critical-care equipment such as ventilators and infusion systems — as well as increased demand … [Read More...]
What is the Common Industrial Protocol (CIP)?
In a recent post, we explained the seven layers of the OSI (Open Systems Interconnection) protocol, including the top, or application, layer, which … [Read More...]
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