Gearmotors use gears to reduce speed, which makes more torque available. The kind of gears used in gearmotors have an impact on the available torque, but also on things like noise levels and accuracy. In fact, one of the more common sources of inaccuracy in gearmotors is due to gear backlash. So reducing the amount of backlash will lead to a more … [Read More...] about How to get zero backlash out of gearing?
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Mitsubishi Electric Automation launches next iteration of MELSERVO-J5 servo product platform
Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. has expanded its MELESRVO-J5 product family to include more options for OEMs and end-users. Cutting-edge … [Read More...] about Mitsubishi Electric Automation launches next iteration of MELSERVO-J5 servo product platform
Kollmorgen expands series of stepper drives with closed-loop position control
Kollmorgen’s new P80360 stepper drive is the newest addition to the company’s flagship P8000 stepper platform. Like other drives in the series, the … [Read More...] about Kollmorgen expands series of stepper drives with closed-loop position control
Rigid shaft end adapters eliminate need for shaft replacement
Stafford Manufacturing Corp. has introduced an expanded line of rigid shaft end adapters that includes smaller sizes and a wide variety of designs … [Read More...] about Rigid shaft end adapters eliminate need for shaft replacement
Controller for wireless safety and control of machines, robots receives SIL 3 Certification
FORT Robotics’ Endpoint Controller, which brings safe, secure, dynamic wireless control to mobile, automated, or autonomous machines, has received SIL … [Read More...] about Controller for wireless safety and control of machines, robots receives SIL 3 Certification
What you need to know about new motor efficiency standards
The U.S. and EU are implementing new minimum efficiency performance standards (MEPS) for electric motors—here’s the lowdown on the standards and how … [Read More...] about What you need to know about new motor efficiency standards
Next generation absolute encoders feature new magnetic sensing technique
As part of its ambitious NEXTGEN initiative, encoder-maker POSITAL has introduced a major update to its portfolio of IXARC magnetic encoders. While … [Read More...] about Next generation absolute encoders feature new magnetic sensing technique
Absolute encoders — facts and misconceptions
A little knowledge goes a long way — knowing and understanding the advantages and limits of encoders and limit switches can ensure the best possible … [Read More...] about Absolute encoders — facts and misconceptions
Kollmorgen adds new servo drive to its AKD2G series
Kollmorgen’s new AKD2G 24A drive is designed for applications in precision multi-axis servo systems. The new single-cable optimized drive builds upon … [Read More...] about Kollmorgen adds new servo drive to its AKD2G series
New design, frame sizes added to NORD permanent magnet synchronous motor line
Following the launch of their smooth surface IE5+ synchronous motors, NORD has released a new design and larger frame sizes to expand their … [Read More...] about New design, frame sizes added to NORD permanent magnet synchronous motor line
Renishaw launches new line of industrial automation products
Renishaw now offers a new product line specifically designed for the industrial automation market. The new RCS product line builds on its existing … [Read More...] about Renishaw launches new line of industrial automation products
Rockwell Automation launches new distributed servo drive
Rockwell Automation, Inc. has launched ArmorKinetix Distributed Servo Drives. This new distributed servo drive is an extension of the Kinetix 5700 … [Read More...] about Rockwell Automation launches new distributed servo drive
Mitsubishi Electric offers servo amplifier support for FailSafe over EtherCAT (FSoE)
Mitsubishi Electric Automation Inc.’s MELSERVO-J5 EtherCAT compatible servo amplifiers let users easily integrate safety devices (E- Stop buttons, … [Read More...] about Mitsubishi Electric offers servo amplifier support for FailSafe over EtherCAT (FSoE)
Solenoid driver module is energy stingy
Magnetic Sensor Systems (MSS) has released the SDM840 Solenoid Driver Module as a complement to their series of solenoids and those of other … [Read More...] about Solenoid driver module is energy stingy
Kollmorgen shortens lead times for company’s most in-demand motion products
Kollmorgen has announced the launch of Kollmorgen Express Delivery. This new designation identifies highly popular motion products — including some of … [Read More...] about Kollmorgen shortens lead times for company’s most in-demand motion products
New rotary indexers feature high torque, moment load capacity
Nexen Group, Inc. has announced a new line of rotary indexers. The X-Line delivers up to three times more torque and greater moment load capacity in a … [Read More...] about New rotary indexers feature high torque, moment load capacity
HEIDENHAIN announces EnDat 3 encoder interface
HEIDENHAIN CORPORATION announces EnDat 3, a new version of its absolute position encoder interface. The new EnDat 3 interface has all the benefits of … [Read More...] about HEIDENHAIN announces EnDat 3 encoder interface
Siemens next-generation servo-drive system upgrades mid-range product portfolio
With the SINAMICS S210 next generation servo-drive system, comprising a digitally native drive with wide range of corresponding motors and gearboxes, … [Read More...] about Siemens next-generation servo-drive system upgrades mid-range product portfolio
Hinge shaft collars feature choice of bore styles
Stafford Manufacturing has announced that a line of hinge shaft collars are now offered with a wide choice of bore styles to provide a variety of … [Read More...] about Hinge shaft collars feature choice of bore styles
Small and speedy wins the race
Fast-paced warehouse operations demand extensive automation, which is inconceivable without micromotors. Faulhaber weighs in on intralogistics robots … [Read More...] about Small and speedy wins the race
Celera Motion adds 130-mm motor to direct-drive frameless motor kit platform
Celera Motion has added a new version of its innovative direct drive motor platform, the Omni+TM Series. The Omni+ 130 mm motor becomes the largest of … [Read More...] about Celera Motion adds 130-mm motor to direct-drive frameless motor kit platform
High-torque gearboxes – now in three sizes
With the GP42, GP56 and GP80 series, Nanotec now offers high-torque planetary gearboxes in three different sizes. The compact modules are easy to … [Read More...] about High-torque gearboxes – now in three sizes
New magnetic angle sensors from Novotechnik
Novotechnik, U.S. has released the RFX 6900 Series of touchless rotary sensors. These magnetic sensors are designed for use in mobile, safety-related, … [Read More...] about New magnetic angle sensors from Novotechnik
A one-stop-shop for motion control demands in additive manufacturing
Additive manufacturing (AM) is crucial for manufacturers today because it enables the production of highly complex and customized parts that are … [Read More...] about A one-stop-shop for motion control demands in additive manufacturing
Parvalux hires Keller Industrial Products for technical product and applications expertise
Parvalux (by maxon) is the UK’s largest manufacturer of fractional horsepower, geared, electric motors. The company provides components and systems to … [Read More...] about Parvalux hires Keller Industrial Products for technical product and applications expertise
HDMI feature from Red Lion boosts productivity with real-time visual awareness
Red Lion’s new FlexEdge Intelligent Edge Automation Platform with HDMI allows engineers to quickly and effortlessly create real-time productivity … [Read More...] about HDMI feature from Red Lion boosts productivity with real-time visual awareness
New compact, efficient drives feature EtherCAT, CANopen support
Copley Controls has introduced the Nano Series of digital servo drives. Featuring best-of-class power density and thermal management, these compact … [Read More...] about New compact, efficient drives feature EtherCAT, CANopen support
PBC Linear receives Universal Robots+ partner certification for Applied Cobotics Cobot Feeder
PBC Linear (Pacific Bearing Company) announced that its Applied Cobotics Cobot Feeder, a CNC machine feeding application kit which delivers and stages … [Read More...] about PBC Linear receives Universal Robots+ partner certification for Applied Cobotics Cobot Feeder
Dorner to feature automation-focused conveyor applications at Automate 2023 in Detroit
Dorner is displaying four of its major automated assembly conveyor platforms – the FlexMove Pallet System, Edge Roller Technology ERT250 and ERT150, … [Read More...] about Dorner to feature automation-focused conveyor applications at Automate 2023 in Detroit
Servo motor meets the demands of medium to heavy washdown applications
Kollmorgen has launched its AKMA servo motor built specifically for durability, cleanability, and versatility. The motor employs a hardened anodized … [Read More...] about Servo motor meets the demands of medium to heavy washdown applications
ABB completes acquisition of Siemens low voltage NEMA motor business
ABB announced that it has completed its acquisition of the Siemens low voltage NEMA motor business. The transaction was originally announced August … [Read More...] about ABB completes acquisition of Siemens low voltage NEMA motor business
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