Software for motion controllers can mean a few different things, so it helps to clear up exactly what is meant by the phrase. For one thing, it can refer to the programming of motion controllers; that is, telling the controller what exactly to do in a system. It can also refer to other aspects including user interfaces for monitoring and … [Read More...]
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New integrated motors feature Power over Ethernet (PoE) for space-constrained and remote locations
The new TSM14POE StepSERVO Integrated Motor from Applied Motion Products features Power over Ethernet (PoE) functionality commonly used in IT … [Read More...]
Getting servo motor and drive phase and commutation alignments right
Addressing issues related to commutation alignment between AC PM servo motors and servo drive amplifiers — especially when motor and drive are from … [Read More...]
Kollmorgen launches new version of Motioneering, its online servo sizing tool
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Video: New general-purpose ac drives from Control Techniques Commander series
Control Techniques a Nidec Motor Corporation business now offers its latest Commander series general-purpose ac drives. Detailing the new Commander … [Read More...]
Merger of two existing product lines: Dorner’s FlexMove conveyors
Dorner has consolidated two existing product lines and unified them into a single platform, which is now called FlexMove. While the FlexMove name … [Read More...]
Motion-failure alarm from Siemens supports commissioning and configuration
Siemens now sells a Sitrans WM300 motion failure alarm (MFA) to detect changes in the motion and speed of rotating, reciprocating, or conveying … [Read More...]
Miki Pulley introduces BXH “Lock-In-Place” brakes
“Lock-In-Place” Brakes from Miki-Pulley provide long-term positioning for direction control wheels on picking forklifts and similar … [Read More...]
Miniature rotary encoder boasts high resolution and built-in brushless dc motor commutation
Quantum Devices Inc. now offers a new miniaturized commutating/incremental optical encoder option. The new QM22 series of incremental encoders offers … [Read More...]
Oriental Motor AZ Series ac input drivers now available with EtherNet/IP
Oriental Motor now offers EtherNet/IP communications on the AZ Series ac input line of stored data network drivers. These AZ Series drivers maintain … [Read More...]
40-mm high-power motor from Koford Engineering
Koford Engineering LLC has introduced a new 40-mm (OD) outer rotor sensorless brushless motor with a built-in internal fan. The motor produces a … [Read More...]
What does software for motion controllers look like?
Software for motion controllers can mean a few different things, so it helps to clear up exactly what is meant by the phrase. For one thing, it can … [Read More...]
Shock-absorber technologies for automated applications
Design engineers who employ advanced damping and vibration isolation can vastly improve the performance of their industrial-automation … [Read More...]
New high-power, 40-mm motor from Koford Engineering
Koford Engineering has introduced a new 40-mm OD outer rotor sensor-less brushless motor with a built-in internal fan. The motor produces a peak … [Read More...]
Brushless servo motors from Orbex enhance efficiency
The Orbex Group, a manufacturer of electric motors and slip rings, now offers brushless servo motors that combine high torque, low inertia, and … [Read More...]
NORD extends single-stage, helical gear unit line with three new sizes
NORD Gear Corporation has added three single-stage gear units to its NORDBLOC.1 line. The new SK 871.1, SK 971.1 and SK 1071.1 represent the three … [Read More...]
What are program organization units (POUs) in PLC programming?
The software model for PLCs, as defined in the IEC 61131-3 standard, Programmable Controllers – Part 3: Programming Languages, consists of, at the top … [Read More...]
Guest blog: How will smart conveyors improve industry?
By Megan Ray Nichols • STEM Writer | schooledbyscience.com Conveyor belts have existed since the late 18th century and have carried nearly every … [Read More...]
Unidrive DFS free-standing drives now available from Control Techniques
Users of high-power drives can now receive pre-engineered ready-made drive enclosure systems in as little as one day for emergency breakdowns — via … [Read More...]
High-precision vertical elevator stages
Optimal Engineering Systems Inc. (OES) has released two new high precision Z-Axis Elevator Stages. The AZV9010 and the AZV9020 Motorized Z-Axis Linear … [Read More...]
What do Lissajous figures tell us about encoder output?
As an encoder detects a change in magnetism (for magnetic encoders) or light (for optical encoders), it produces two analog sinusoidal voltages, … [Read More...]
Six common mistakes to avoid when specifying and using step motors
The mistakes we outline here have been corrected countless times by thousands of step-motor users around the world. Avoid these mistakes with the … [Read More...]
What is IEEE 1588 and why is it important for Industrial Ethernet networks?
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PTDA 2019 Industry Summit amplifies industry connections in Austin
The Power Transmission Distributors Association (PTDA) is expecting 550 delegates in the power transmission/motion control (PT/MC) industry at the … [Read More...]
EtherNet/IP-enabled drives, integrated motors from Applied Motion Products now ODVA conformant
A range of servo drives, stepper drives and integrated motors from Applied Motion Products now conform to the ODVA specification for EtherNet/IP … [Read More...]
New sensor measures equipment strain in harsh environments
Leine Linde’s new ESR digital strain sensor is now available to monitor structural health on equipment where needed. Offered in North America through … [Read More...]
Single-acting, centric clamping vises for pallet systems from SCHUNK
SCHUNK further expands its standard program with the affordable SCHUNK KONTEC KSC-F single-acting clamping vises with a fixed jaw. It has quick … [Read More...]
Compact, single-axis, PWM digital drive for motion control applications from Aerotech
The XC2 PWM digital drive is a small form-factor, high-performance, single-axis motor drive designed for motion control applications. It’s compatible … [Read More...]
Why is the instruction list (IL) language for PLCs falling out of favor?
The international standard IEC 61131-3 specifies programming languages for programmable controllers (aka programmable logic controllers, or PLCs), … [Read More...]
NORD DRIVESYSTEMS gearmotors and drives support IIoT installations
Intelligent drive technology is key to digitalization and production automation, because it enables networked and autonomous production processes in … [Read More...]
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...]
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- Deterministic, real-time control: What does it really mean in motion control applications?
- Applied Motion Products to construct new corporate headquarters for U.S. operations
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- New online encoder selection tool from HEIDENHAIN
- eXtended Transport System (XTS) linear transport systems and mechatronics from Beckhoff
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- New servo actuators feature dual absolute encoder, panel mount connectors
- Motion control and motor market sees slight decline in Q1 2019 versus Q1 2018
- Opto 22 offers free training with purchase of its pre-integrated GRV-EPIC-LC
- Programmable automation controllers (PACs) work as an alternative to what exactly?
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