SAN JOSE, Calif. — Electroglas, Inc. (Nasdaq:EGLS) today announced the release of its Motion Control for Advanced Technologies (MCAT). Optimized to reduce development costs and design cycle times for Value Added Resellers and Original Equipment Manufacturers, the Electroglas MCAT delivers the performance and reliability of a production semiconductor motion system as a turn-key platform for […]
The Future of Motion Control
SEMINARS – Power PMAC – The Future of Motion Control December 1st through December 9th 2008 Texas – Minneapolis – Detroit – Boston – New Jersey – Ohio Delta Tau, in partnership with their Distribution Channel, will tour the U.S. hosting six Motion Control Seminars. These free half-day seminars will offer insight into the most […]
Mitsubishi Electric Introduces Motion Controllers for the iQ Automation(TM) Platform
VERNON HILLS, Ill.–Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. introduced its Q172D and Q173D motion controllers for its leading-edge iQ Automation™ platform at PACK EXPO International 2008. These new controllers are engineered for simple to complex motion control applications including packaging, material handling, printing, semiconductor fabrication, solar panel movement, automotive manufacturing and all non-metal cutting applications. Source: Mitsubishi […]
ThinGap’s TGB1710 Brush Motor
VENTURA, CALIFORNIA – ThinGap LLC announces the TGB1710 brush motor for industrial handheld/portable tools. The small size, high torque, and low power consumption of the TGB1710 provide an excellent solution for heavy-duty battery powered applications. The 1.7” diameter by 3.3” long TGB1710 brush motor delivers 160 oz-in. peak torque and 183 watts continuous power, yet […]
Baldor’s BSM25/33C Series Brushless Motors
New brushless series from Baldor has received two prestigious awards: “Engineering Choice Award” from Control Engineering magazine and “Product of the Year Award” from Plant Engineering magazine. There are numerous advantages of using the BSM25/33C – Series Brushless Motors. The BSM25/33C offers more power output, maintenance free long life, lower weight for portable equipment, quiet […]
Unique Winding Machine Produces Carbon Fiber Tubes and Rods
Fehraltorf, Switzerland — The Ethernet-compatible Powerlink motion control network is helping the Swiss company Carbo-Link to create carbon fiber components for challenging applications such as rigging for racing yachts. The company has used a Powerlink compatible controller and drives from Baldor to build a machine that winds carbon fibres to form lightweight yet ultra-strong tubes […]
Absolute Encoder from BEI
The new Model L18 absolute encoder provides system designers with high resolution in a small mounting footprint. This model features 13 bits (8192 counts) per turn resolution in only a 1.8-inch servo package. Model L18 has the precision to be used in applications that demand high performance along with small size and weight. The L18 […]
Avago’s AEDT-9140 Encoder Module Series
Avago Technologies announced a new series of compact three-channel high temperature optical incremental encoder modules for use in industrial and factory automation equipment. Avago’s AEDT-9140 encoder module series, which are available in a variety of counts per revolution (CPR) and shaft diameter options, are priced competitively and designed to enable the reduction in overall motor […]
Linear Encoders for Vacuum Technology
HEIDENHAIN Corp. offers high quality linear encoders in three product versions, all differing in accuracy, vacuum class, bake-out temperature, electrical connection and production environment. The components used in a vacuum are subject to especially high demands affecting the encoders used in the positioning task. HEIDENHAIN’s specially designed linear encoders for high and ultrahigh vacuums satisfy […]
Successful Inspection and Detection in Packaging
Sensitive products require an even more sensitive packaging system. Cermex, a French specialist in end-of-line packaging machines, uses an integrated vision system to package a liquid product used by doctors in MRI examinations. Expensive and light-sensitive, the MRI liquid is packaged in small flasks and placed in special crates for maximum protection. The vision system […]