PARKPLUS is a designer and builder of both mechanical and fully automated high-density parking setups for North America. The manufacturer recently developed an advanced parking system based on free-roaming battery-operated AGVs with omnidirectional maneuverability. Drivers pull their cars into a vehicle-receiving area and onto a large waiting platform called a tray. Then an AGV goes […]
Integrated Motion Systems
New AniCNC application software for Class-5 SmartMotor from Moog Animatics
Moog Animatics of Moog Inc. now sells AniCNC application software exclusively for use with the Class 5 SmartMotor. When coupled with the Class 5 SmartMotor, the AniCNC software setup provides a graphical Human-Machine Interface (HMI), G-code editing and runtime environment and other built-in features to tackle milling, routing, machining, shaping and related projects. An offline […]
Pallet conveyors for assembly — enabling flexible automation with versatility
By Kate Nadeau, engineer with mk North America Automation and robotics are the here and now (and future) of America’s manufacturing sector, which means the time is also right for advanced conveyors. These conveyors are lean and durable as well as dependable, fast, intelligent, and adaptable. Unlike yesteryear’s conveyors, today’s advanced conveyor systems (which will enable […]
Schneider Electric IIoT-enabled smart machine setups at Pack Expo 2017
Schneider Electric is now showing its smart-machine setups for packaging at Pack Expo 2017 (America’s largest packaging trade show) this week in Las Vegas. Schneider Electric’s smart machine setups are built on its Internet of Things (IoT)-enabled open and interoperable EcoStruxure system architecture and platform that (according to the manufacturer) delivers innovation from connected products […]
Schneider Electric’s PacDrive 3: Smart machine drive for safe and flexible machines
Schneider Electric, global specialist in energy management and automation, is showcasing its smart machine setups for packaging at Pack Expo 2017. Schneider Electric’s smart machine setups are built on its IIoT-enabled open and interoperable EcoStruxure system architecture and platform, which delivers “Innovation At Every Level” as the manufacturer touts — from connected products to edge […]
Interroll’s new-generation belt drives (synchronous + asynchronous) at Pack Expo
The Interroll Group, the leading global provider of material handling setups, is bringing a new generation of belt drives to the North American market. This innovative motor platform is predominantly for modern conveyor belt systems in manufacturing, food and beverage, distribution centers and airports. It features a completely modular design and offers both synchronous and […]
Self-powered hub-wheel drive combines wheel, motor, gearbox, and brake: Now in expanded production
ABM Drives Suzhou Co. Ltd. recently doubled production in China of its self-powered hub-wheel drive. Offered as a 0.6-kW version, this powered hub wheel drive package includes the wheel with tire, ac motor, gearbox and brake. Typical applications include moving 1,000 to 5,000 pounds at speeds of 1.5 to 2.5 mph. The max wheel diameter […]
What is a knife edge conveyor?
A knife edge conveyor is a uniquely designed conveyor section used in transferring small parts between sections. The “knife edge” references the tapered, rounded end of the conveyor section. A knife edge is also called a nosebar. In practice, it often takes the form of a steel plate where one end is rounded to a […]
New angular positioning system for metrology and micromachining from HEIDENHAIN
The new SRP 5000 angular positioning system from HEIDENHAIN incorporates its high accuracy MRP 5000 angle encoder with accomplished bearing technology along with a unique ETEL torque motor with ultra-low detent torque. This combination allows for high stiffness with low cost of ownership and can easily replace rotary air bearing systems used for metrology. Industries […]
Traction motors and steering motors and drives for electric vehicles — Custom ABM Drives designs
ABM traction drive systems for electric vehicles are available as bevel gearboxes, helical gearboxes and hub wheel drives. All drive types have outstanding efficiencies and quietness. High static wheel loads are possible with compact design gearboxes. Typical applications include forklifts, pallet trucks and sweeper-scrubbers that need sophisticated drive technology with high output at low energy consumption. ABM motor […]