Rockwell Automation, Inc. builds on its safety technology portfolio with the launch of Logix SIS, a cutting-edge safety instrumented system (SIS) designed to address the evolving needs of modern industrial environments. The introduction of the Logix SIS from Rockwell Automation provides a modern and integrated safety solution, offering both SIL 2 and SIL 3 certifications […]
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Rapid prototyping capabilities for motors
Rapid prototyping for plastic parts is one thing, but when components are more complex designers are forced with selecting from a limited catalog or waiting a long time for a specialized component to be created. That is no longer the case with motor design. The latest innovation by Parvalux by maxon is their ability to […]
Timken to acquire CGI Inc.
Engineered bearings and industrial motion company The Timken Co., has agreed to acquire CGI Inc., a Nevada-based manufacturer of precision drive systems serving a broad range of automation markets with a concentration in medical robotics. The deal is subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory approval, and is expected to close in the third quarter. […]
Dan Lisowsky to lead ECM PCB Stator Industrial OEM Products Division
Design and software firm ECM has tapped executive Dan Lisowsky to head a new unit dedicated to serving leading manufacturers in the development of PCB Stator electric motors. Lisowsky will direct ECM’s Industrial OEM Products Division, which will offer engineering, software design, and client services to large electric motor equipment manufacturers. These services include electric motor development […]
New drive from Danfoss delivers high efficiency to low-voltage applications
Danfoss Power Solutions has launched its ePanda eDrive for low-voltage applications. Designed as a propel solution for mobile elevating work platforms, the ePanda eDrive is an integrated compact power system comprising an electric motor, microcontroller unit, and reduction gearbox that maximizes efficiency, reliability, and safety. The eDrive joins the ePowerpack in Danfoss’ ePanda series of […]
FRABA Group announces new China-based business unit
The FRABA Group, an international supplier of sensors for industrial motion control and safety systems, has announced the opening of a new business unit in China. The new company, named the FRABA Industrial Automation (Shanghai) Company, Limited ((福瑞博工业自动化(上海)有限公司), will serve the rapidly expanding Chinese industrial automation market. The company was established in March 2024 as […]
Partnership between ECM PCB Stator Tech and East West Manufacturing for motor production
Design and software company ECM PCB Stator Tech and global engineering and manufacturing services firm East West Manufacturing have announced a strategic partnership to advance adoption of next-generation products incorporating PCB Stator electric motors. The arrangement enables ECM to leverage East West’s extensive production capabilities while allowing East West to extend the benefits of ECM’s […]
Coherix, EMU partner on factory of the future technology program
Michigan-based Coherix is working with Eastern Michigan University (EMU) in Ypsilanti to develop “factory-of-the-future” manufacturing and assembly technology. The three-year program at the university’s GameAbove College of Engineering and Technology is focused on precision-manufacturing applications in the growing field of adhesive-dispensing technology and is supported by a $385,000 grant from Coherix. Mohamad Qatu, dean of […]
NORD adds gear motor QR codes for faster access to product information
NORD’s new gear motor QR codes link to convenient digital services for unit documentation, service and sales contact requests, and order information. QR codes can store a wide range of data and let users access information almost instantly. These stickers are a new development in NORD’s expansive digital services and provide users quick access to […]
Servo drives feature support for new synchronized communication protocols
Kollmorgen has announced the latest update to its AKD2G servo drive. With the introduction of these new features, Kollmorgen has broadened its offerings to additionally support PROFINET IRT and Ethernet/IP with CIP Sync alongside CANopen, EtherCAT, and FSoE time-synchronized communication protocols. Each protocol is rigorously tested with a variety of motion controllers and certified by […]