The Drives and Motion Division of Yaskawa America, Inc. introduces the SigmaLogic7 Compact. This new servo amplifier makes it possible to add the exceptional precision and superior performance of a Sigma-7 servo system in machines using Rockwell Automation programmable logic controllers. SigmaLogic7 Compact builds on the legacy of the SigmaLogic, the first Yaskawa SERVOPACK to […]
Baldor at Electrical Apparatus Service Association (EASA) 2017 conference in Tampa
The annual EASA conference and convention will be held this year June 25-27 at the Tampa Convention Center. If you’re attending, visit Baldor at Booth #501. “As a supporter and exhibitor at EASA for more than 30 years, we value our relationship with the organization and its members. They are our service arm for electrical […]
Automation and motor control: ABB releases new ACS380 machinery drive
The ACS380 machinery drive is part of ABB’s all-compatible drives portfolio designed to offer technically compatible drive, as well as an all-compatible setup for people, process, business, and environmental goals. The ACS380 offers an intuitive control panel with an icon-based menu for easy and smart commissioning of the drive. All essential features are built-in as […]
Meyer Industries acquired by conveyor and pulley company Precision Inc.
Meyer Industries Inc., a world leader in designing, engineering and manufacturing of vibratory conveying, bulk material handling and food processing equipment, has announced today that it has been acquired by Precision Inc., an international employee-owned heavy industry conveyor, pulley and idler manufacturer based out of Pella, Iowa. “The acquisition of Meyer adds more products and […]
Magnetic absolute encoder from Baumer now pairs robustness with precision
Magnetic absolute encoders are often integrated into motion designs destined for industrial environments or in rough outdoor use. That’s because such encoders are efficient, reliable, and durable — meeting myriad requirements while being efficient as well as economical. Case in point: Robust MAGRES series magnetic absolute encoders from Baumer operate under conditions in applications all […]
Chip-level controllers run spiral (helical) interpolation: Nippon Pulse PCL6000 series
Nippon Pulse’s PCL6000 series of chip-level controllers include the two-axis PCL6025B and the four-axis PCL6045BL and PCL6046 chips. Their advanced features have long made them the most advanced controller chips in the world. In addition to standard linear and circular interpolation options, two of the advanced controller chips now feature a third interpolation option — spiral or […]
Programmable thru-bore encoder Model 58TP now available from Encoder Products Co.
Encoder Products Company (EPC), a leading designer and worldwide manufacturer of motion sensing devices, has introduced the all new Model 58TP — a 58 mm, thru-bore, programmable encoder. Contained within the rugged industrial housing of the Model 58TP is an advanced set of electronics that allow the encoder to be programmed for exact application needs. […]
Warner XS-Series brake applications: Quiet and powerful braking in airline seats and more
XS-Series spring-actuated electrically released brakes from Warner Electric — part of the Altra Industrial Motion Corp. — are specifically designed to meet stringent compactness requirements in weight-sensitive applications. They boost reliable braking performance in a package weighing as little as 27 g. The XS brakes are also statically engaged holding so can stop moving loads in […]
PI recognized as 2017 Finalist for Manufacturer of the Year and for Contribution to Skills and Training
Motion control and nanopositioning application solutions expert PI (Physik Instrumente) is celebrating a second consecutive year of recognition at the 2017 Motion and Control Industry (MCI) Awards, receiving finalist status last month for Manufacturer of the Year and Contribution to Skills and Training at the award ceremony held at the National Conference Centre, near Birmingham, […]
Dodge Quantis gear reducers and gearmotors now in higher ratios
The Baldor Dodge Quantis product family — a full line of modular gearmotors and gear drives — has expanded to offer four and five stages of gear reduction for all three types of gear arrangements; in-line helical (ILH), offset parallel (MSM) and right angle helical bevel (RHB). Quantis reducers and gearmotors can now be configured in ratios over 7,500:1 […]