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Mike Santora

Linear motor stage with absolute encoder and ironless motor

July 31, 2015 By Mike Santora Leave a Comment

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Physik Instrumente has released a new member of the PIMag family of precision positioning stages with magnetic direct drives. The compact ultra-precise V-551 motorized linear translation stage debuted at Laser World of Photonics, held in Munich, Germany last month. V-551 comes equipped with an integrated absolute-measuring, 2nm resolution encoder – no more wasted time for […]

Filed Under: Gantries + Stages, Linear Encoders Tagged With: Physik Instrumente, physikinstrumente

Bimba announces acquisition of Intek Products

July 2, 2015 By Mike Santora Leave a Comment

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Bimba has announced the acquisition of Intek Products of Warrendale, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1999, Intek develops mechanical automation products and solutions for both single axis and multi-axis coordinated electric motion. Intek’s products are extensively used for linear positioning, robotic applications, pick & place mechanisms and gantry systems. Bimba Manufacturing was the first actuator company in […]

Filed Under: Industry News Tagged With: Bimba

2-Day delivery for stainless steel worm gear reducers

June 25, 2015 By Mike Santora Leave a Comment

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Catalogued models of Boston Gear’s popular stainless steel 700 Series speed reducers are now available with standard 2-day delivery. Process improvements have yielded the industry’s best standard lead time for stainless steel worm gear reducers. Boston Gear’s SS700 Series, the original “domed crown” stainless steel reducers, are designed for maximum corrosion resistance and superior performance […]

Filed Under: Gears + Gearing Tagged With: Boston Gear

Brother Gearmotors expands U.S. sales force

June 19, 2015 By Mike Santora Leave a Comment

Brother Gearmotors, a division of Brother International Corporation has hired three new regional sales managers: Brad Brania, William (Bill) Fulton, and Cory Love. The sales managers are responsible for the growth and sales performance of their respective regions, while building a portfolio of direct OEM clients and distribution sales channels. Their focus is on prospecting […]

Filed Under: Gearmotors, Industry News Tagged With: Brother Gearmotors

LiftWalker uses ball-scew actuator to help patients leave wheelchairs

June 2, 2015 By Mike Santora Leave a Comment

The new LiftWalker from medical manufacturer Ideomotion is a stainless-steel frame with 12 V actuators that run off two rechargeable Nickel-Metal-Hydride batteries. Made in the U.S., the walker assists people from 3 ft 6 in. to 6 ft 6 in. tall and up to 300 lb with juvenile, preschool, and X large models. An easy-adjust […]

Filed Under: Actuators Tagged With: Motion Systems Corp.

GAM celebrates 25th anniversary

May 28, 2015 By Mike Santora Leave a Comment

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GAM, a manufacturer of gear reducers, servo couplings, and linear mounting kits, celebrates its 25th anniversary. GAM Enterprises began in 1990 when Gary Michalek saw an opportunity to start a long-term relationship with Jakob Antriebstechnik, a German based company who introduced the first servo bellows coupling into the machine tool market. GAM started as a […]

Filed Under: Industry News Tagged With: GAM

Engineering web app lets designers pick components

May 28, 2015 By Mike Santora Leave a Comment

GAM, a manufacturer of precision gear reducers, servo couplings, and linear mounting kits, now offers a engineering web app that lets designers pick components. Available at m.gamweb.com, it works well on smartphones and tablets to give engineers quick access to full product information anytime, anywhere. Users can browse entire product catalog, search by keyword or part number, and then […]

Filed Under: Gears + Gearing, Mechanical PT Tagged With: GAM

Power Transmission Distributors Association (PTDA) Updates

April 29, 2015 By Mike Santora Leave a Comment

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PTDA Canadian Conference for PT/MC industry Register now for the 14th annual PTDA Canadian Conference, to be held June 4 and 5 at the Four Seasons Vancouver. Participants will get $50 off their registration fee until May 1. The event—specifically designed for those who sell and manufacture power-transmission and motion-control products in Canada— will give members of the Canadian […]

Filed Under: Industry News, Mechanical PT Tagged With: PTDA (Power Transmission Distributors Association)

R.H. Murphy uses NOSTAT composite polymers to protect electronic ICs

April 7, 2015 By Mike Santora Leave a Comment

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R.H. Murphy Company uses NOSTAT Composite Polymers to manufacture JEDEC matrix trays, carriers, handling and packaging products with superior ESD and mechanical protection. Formulated with electrically conductive additives, the family of NOSTAT Composite Polymers safely shield sensitive devices from electro-static discharge and tribogeneration. Reinforcing elements in NOSTAT Composite Polymers maintain flatness and dimensional accuracy while […]

Filed Under: Industry News Tagged With: NOSTAT, R. H. Murphy

Pittman Motors expands PLG planetary gearbox offering

March 25, 2015 By Mike Santora Leave a Comment

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Pittman Motors has expanded its gearbox offerings with the introduction of PLG24, PLG42K, PLG42S, PLG52, and PLG63 planetary gearboxes. These gearboxes are now available with Pittman brush and brushless DC motors and complement Pittman’s existing spur and planetary gearbox lines. The new products add 35 standard motor-gearbox family combinations to the Pittman offerings. The PLG […]

Filed Under: Gears + Gearing Tagged With: pittman, Pittman Motors of AMETEK

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