Most linear motion devices have a rotary equivalent, and voice coil actuators are no exception. While the versions depicted in most product images and videos are linear, rotary voice coil actuators fill a need for smooth, arc-shaped motion and torque production with fast response times. But unlike the design relationship between rotary and linear … [Read More...]
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New inclinometer for pitch, yaw, and roll feedback from Joral -
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FAQ: How do proprietary and open-source PC control software programs compare?
New inclinometer for pitch, yaw, and roll feedback from Joral
Joral’s new G-force compensated inclinometer provides feedback for pitch, yaw, and roll. The new technology uses sensor fusion, which is the combining … [Read More...]
New integrated stepper motors and drives from AutomationDirect
AutomationDirect has added integrated motors and drives to its SureStep line of stepper motion control products. Integrated stepper motor/drives save … [Read More...]
How do rotary voice coil actuators work?
Most linear motion devices have a rotary equivalent, and voice coil actuators are no exception. While the versions depicted in most product images and … [Read More...]
QuickSilver extends integrated motor/controller family of hybrid servomotors
QuickSilver Controls has released the X-series 34 frame SilverMax Integrated Servo Motor Family, extending its well-established Hybrid Servo product … [Read More...]
New Unitronics VFD offerings for motion control — integrate with PLC + HMI products
In keeping with a commitment to centralize and streamline industrial automation and control, Unitronics is announcing a new VFD line. Unitronics, the … [Read More...]
PTDA welcomes four new members
The Power Transmission Distributors Association (PTDA), the leading association for the industrial power transmission/motion control (PT/MC) … [Read More...]
New QPhase encoders from Quantum Devices
The new QM35 and QML35 modular incremental optical encoders from Quantum Devices are high-performance, low-profile modular designed encoders. These … [Read More...]
Closed-loop motor feedback with the absolute advantage
Posital has expanded its line of kit-style encoders for feedback for servo and stepper motors with new models that use the same mounting form factor … [Read More...]
Chuck Sena named industry manger – sanitary for Dorner
Chuck Sena has been named Industry Manager – Sanitary for Dorner. Within this role, Sena will be working with sales, marketing and channel partners to … [Read More...]
Heidenhain announces new CEO
Dr. Johannes Heidenhain GmbH has announced the appointment of David Doyle as CEO of Heidenhain Corp., effective Oct. 1, 2018. At that time, Doyle will … [Read More...]
Beckhoff IoT edge device provides path to Industry 4.0-enabled process technology
Modern smart factory concepts tailored to Industry 4.0 or the Internet of Things (IoT) offer numerous advantages for increasing process efficiency and … [Read More...]
What is the Department of Energy’s Integral Horsepower Rule?
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has been regulating energy efficiency for electric motors since 1997, when the Energy Policy Act went into effect, … [Read More...]
How to kill your favorite variable frequency drive
Though not a complete list, following are some tried-and-true methods some have unintentionally used to destroy variable frequency drives (VFDs). … [Read More...]
Elmo Motion Control at IMTS: Making smart machines smarter
At IMTS 2018, Elmo Motion Control will showcase its new Double Gold Twitter ultra-small servo drive and its Platinum Maestro motion controller, which … [Read More...]
NORD SK 02040.1 — new gearmotor offering with high-strength aluminum-alloy features
With the new SK 02040.1 the NORD DRIVESYSTEMS range now includes a high performance, light, and versatile helical worm gear unit for myriad … [Read More...]
maxon motor’s EPOS programmable smart drive-controller simplifies positioning setup
EPOS is a modular, digital positioning controller by maxon motor. It is suitable for controlling permanent magnet-activated motors with encoders in a … [Read More...]
28 mm (1.10 in.) planetary and harmonic gearheads for dc input αSTEP AZ series stepper motors
Oriental Motor now offers new planetary and harmonic gearheads for the AlphaStep AZ Series DC input stepper motor in 28 mm (1.10 in.) frame … [Read More...]
Oriental Motor 60 W (1/12 hp) right-angle motor joins BMU and BLE2 series brushless motors
Oriental Motor now sells an expanded line of its popular BMU and BLE2 Series brushless dc motor with the addition of a new right-angle 60-watt (1/12 … [Read More...]
Kristin Werner named recipient of Richard C. Ryan Packaging Education Scholarship
Kristin Werner, a student at Hennepin Technical College in Minneapolis, has been named recipient of the 2018 Richard C. Ryan Packaging Education … [Read More...]
More details on the trend towards Ethernet-based networking protocols
In a recent survey of industry experts, many mentioned Ethernet-based networking protocols overtaking traditional fieldbuses. Recall that … [Read More...]
PTDA Foundation endorses Manufacturing Day 2018
Manufacturing Day, scheduled for October 5, 2018, presents an opportunity for power transmission/motion control (PT/MC) distributors to support their … [Read More...]
High-performance sensorless control from maxon motor
Now, a new control option from maxon motor has compact wiring and slim design. Called the HPSC, this sensorless speed and torque control allows … [Read More...]
What’s the difference between an EC motor and a BLDC motor?
Deciphering motor terminology can be frustrating, especially when comparing the operation and performance of various motor types. For example, some … [Read More...]
PTDA releases “Voice of the End Customer” report
According to the newly released PTDA Voice of the End Customer report — which includes quantitative and qualitative responses from more than 1,200 … [Read More...]
POSITAL closed-loop motor feedback for absolute positioning
POSITAL FRABA encoders for closed-loop motor feedback allow upgrades to existing motion control applications. The mechanical drop-in replacement … [Read More...]
Seattle-area Motion Industries distribution center now open
Motion Industries, a leading distributor of maintenance, repair, and operation replacement parts and a wholly owned subsidiary of Genuine Parts … [Read More...]
Three ways to reduce heat when operating a step motor
Reduce motor heat by reducing idle and running current — or switch to closed-loop control. Eric Rice | Applied Motion Products Step motors are … [Read More...]
Three-axis gimbal mount from OES: High resolution and stability
A new Optimal Engineering Systems, Inc. (OES) AU300-AER three-axis gimbal mount features full 360° rotation of each axis. This three-axis gimbal mount … [Read More...]
Safety brakes and intelligent monitoring from mayr for brake technology 4.0
Safety brakes by mayr power transmission are equipped for the challenges of the Industry 4.0. The coordinated system guarantees the highest level of … [Read More...]
What is a Halbach array and how is it used in electric motors?
A Halbach array is arrangement of permanent magnets that creates a stronger field on one side while reducing the field on the other side to near zero. … [Read More...]
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