Jackscrews (also referred to as jack screws or screw jacks) are among several different kinds of linear motion actuators most often used for lifting or moving loads. They can also be used in any application needing linear motion, or where pushing or pulling along a linear axis is needed. Other common mechanical actuators include lead, ball, and … [Read More...]
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Applied Motion Products introduces New NEMA 24 Frame integrated motors
Applied Motion Products will introduce two new NEMA 24 frame integrated motors with dual-port communications for connecting to the industrial Ethernet … [Read More...]
Beckhoff introducing XTS, EtherCAT G, and TwinCAT Vision to the U.S. at Pack Expo
To revolutionize packaging machine flexibility, scalability and energy efficiency, Beckhoff Automation will launch the eXtended Transport System (XTS) … [Read More...]
Nippon Pulse debuts new bipolar rotary hybrid stepper motors
Nippon Pulse has introduced its new PJE series of bipolar hybrid stepper motors, which are available in sizes from 20 to 86 mm in diameter (NEMA sizes … [Read More...]
What are jackscrews?
Jackscrews (also referred to as jack screws or screw jacks) are among several different kinds of linear motion actuators most often used for lifting … [Read More...]
IDEC upgrades High-Performance series HMI family
Brighter screens, better resolution, larger user memory and faster speeds characterize the newly upgraded High-Performance series HMIs. IDEC … [Read More...]
Deterministic, real-time control: What does it really mean in motion control applications?
Two terms are often used to describe the type of control, that can be achieved with Industrial Ethernet networks: deterministic and real-time. … [Read More...]
Applied Motion Products to construct new corporate headquarters for U.S. operations
Motion control and automation solutions provider Applied Motion Products recently purchased land to build its new corporate headquarters in Morgan … [Read More...]
New 60-A 24-V digital hall drives from Koford
Koford Engineering LLC has introduced a new series of 60-A 24-V hall sensor drives featuring 99% efficiency, compact size and high performance. … [Read More...]
New online encoder selection tool from HEIDENHAIN
As part of its ongoing “Customer First” initiative, HEIDENHAIN has introduced a new multi-level online Encoder Selection Tool for automation. This new … [Read More...]
eXtended Transport System (XTS) linear transport systems and mechatronics from Beckhoff
The eXtended Transport System (XTS) from Beckhoff Automation is now available in the U.S. The EtherCAT-enabled XTS offers paradigm-shifting … [Read More...]
EtherNet/IP versus EtherCAT: What’s the difference?
A recent report by HMS shows that Industrial Ethernet now makes up 59% of the global industrial network market. Here, we look at two of the most … [Read More...]
Control-software portability with IEC 61131-3: How reusable are XML files?
Say an engineering team wants to switch their design’s PLC from one model to another — a relatively infrequent but ordinary specification decision. … [Read More...]
New servo actuators feature dual absolute encoder, panel mount connectors
Harmonic Drive has introduced new dual absolute encoder versions of the FHA-C mini actuator featuring BiSS-C bi-directional communication for both … [Read More...]
Motion control and motor market sees slight decline in Q1 2019 versus Q1 2018
The global motion control and motor market saw a 0.2% decline in shipments in the first quarter of 2019 versus the same period last year, down to … [Read More...]
Opto 22 offers free training with purchase of its pre-integrated GRV-EPIC-LC
Design engineers can get two complimentary seats (a $1,990 value) with the purchase of an Opto 22 groov EPIC Learning Center. The groov EPIC … [Read More...]
Programmable automation controllers (PACs) work as an alternative to what exactly?
According to some, today’s most demanding motion designs either incorporate a PAC or industrial PC — and these are engineers’ two leading options for … [Read More...]
POSITAL kit encoders for cost-effective position control of stepper motors
While servomotors remain the gold standard for precision motion control in industrial machinery, the improved performance of stepper motors is making … [Read More...]
New pitch-and-roll stages from OES rotate objects with accuracy
Positioning stages from OES now serve applications involving pitch-and-roll for micromachining, aligning mirrors (in scanning-electron microscopes), … [Read More...]
Dorner’s sanitary AquaGard 7350 V2 conveyor: Four curves with one motor
Dorner’s innovative new AquaGard 7350 V2 Curve Conveyor chain features a center bearing to eliminate friction; carry heavy load; and allow four curves … [Read More...]
What is Industrial Ethernet and how does it differ from standard Ethernet?
You're probably familiar with Ethernet — the networking protocol that allows computers (typically in office, school, or commercial environments) to … [Read More...]
IEC 61131-3 programming: Where’s structured text more appropriate than ladder logic?
No one IEC 61131-3 language leads for all uses. In fact, the best way to program with IEC 61131-3 languages is by using multiple languages together. … [Read More...]
Not just Allen Bradley anymore: New controllers abound
10 years ago, there was one main controller brand in U.S. automation — Rockwell Automation’s Allen Bradley. This is still a leading PLC line with a … [Read More...]
New mk North America VersaMove website at mkversamove.com
Leading conveyor system designer and manufacturer, mk North America has announced the launch of an all-new website, mkversamove.com, dedicated to its … [Read More...]
Up your conveyor game with flexible intelligent conveyors
New alternatives to traditional conveyor systems offer better efficiency and more flexibility, helping to boost manufacturing throughput. Reid … [Read More...]
New integrated servo motor and drive features EtherCAT link
The Tolomatic ACSI EtherCAT integrated servo motor and drive is a cost-effective solution for automating additional axes of motion with Industrial … [Read More...]
Compact stepper motor with high torque from Nanotec
The new SCA5618 stepper motor from Nanotec offers 15 to 30% more torque than comparable motors with a 56-mm flange (NEMA 23). Thanks to an improved … [Read More...]
Rockwell expands Kinetix 5700 servo system offerings, featuring energy, downtime savings
Industrial companies can rein in energy costs and reduce downtime using two new additions to the Kinetix 5700 servo system from Rockwell … [Read More...]
New line of industrial gateways support EtherNet/IP to Modbus communication
Pepperl+Fuchs Comtrol announces a new product family within its DeviceMaster industrial gateway lineup. DeviceMaster EIP-MOD gateways allow … [Read More...]
What’s the purpose of an IoT gateway on automated machinery?
Two concepts are perpetually at the forefront of discussions regarding the Internet of Things (IoT) or, in this context, the Industrial Internet of … [Read More...]
B&R offers servo drives with safety function Safely Limited Torque
The B&R ACOPOS P3 servo drive is now also available with safety function Safely Limited Torque (SLT). This makes B&R one of the first … [Read More...]
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