LAGUNA HILLS, CA — USAutomation has announced the design and introduction of the Microstage 28 ™ positioning stage serving a wide variety of markets and applications around the world. The Microstage utilizes a preloaded linear rail, a precision anti-backlash rolled leadscrew, a high performance coupling and motor mounting provisions. The linear rail system supports radial […]
Linear Motion
Failsafe Brakes for Linear Motion
DUO-GRIP B100 line of spring-set, pneumatic-release brakes provide unlimited linear travel and develop braking forces to 5,400 Lbs. for emergency stopping or holding position with zero backlash. Brakes operate on a flat metal bar or a disk and may be mounted in any attitude. Open design allows for visual lining wear inspection, quick shoe replacement […]
Precision Motion Systems Catalog from Steinmeyer
BURLINGTON, MA – Steinmeyer, Inc. announced a new 100 page catalog on our extensive product line of precision linear and rotary motion systems. These systems are manufactured at Steinmeyer’s FMD division located in Dresden Germany. This new comprehensive catalog is divided into six product segments fully detailing plug and play systems, linear stages, micro stages, […]
G4 Canstack Linear Actuator from HaydonKerk
The G4 Canstack Linear Actuator from HaydonKerk Motion Solutions is the 4th generation design built for extended reliability and high performance. The first actuator to be released in the line is the 25mm diameter. The new design uses optimized teeth geometry along with high-energy neodymium magnets. With 20 percent higher output force across the entire […]
Two Axis Linear Stepper Motor Gantry Stage
Valencia, CA — Compact, low cost, two axis linear stepper motor gantries from H2W Technologies, Inc. offer low force, high speed, high repeatability, zero backlash, and long system life. Capable of very precise position, velocity, and acceleration control when integrated with a microstepping drive and indexer. These 2-axis gantries are ideal for precision applications such […]
Direct Drive Rotary Stage
BURLINGTON, MA –Steinmeyer, Inc. announced a new high-speed precision rotary positioning stage powered by a direct drive motor. Manufactured from high strength anodized aluminum the model DT 170-TLM offers a positioning accuracy of 0.005 degrees, repeatability of +/- 0.001 degrees and speeds up to 10 rps (revolutions per second). The stage has a footprint that […]
Stainless Steel Rail System from LM76
E. Longmeadow, MA – LM76 introduces their new, DEFENDER Linear Rail TM linear bearing system. This all stainless steel rail and bearing system is strong, anti-magnetic, corrosion resistant, low cost and easy to install. Designed to be washed down with disinfectants or high strength industrial cleaners the DEFENDER Linear Rail TM linear bearing system is […]
PBC Linear Actuator Gives Green Energy a Lift
In an economy that is gearing more towards green energy, PBC Linear is helping lay down the initial framework. Utilizing the high-accuracy PLA linear actuator, a cutting edge US company that manufactures silicon ingots from solar furnaces is able to sustain smooth, quiet and long-lasting operation for the their specially designed furnace damper that controls […]
Tritex™ II Series Electric Actuators
Chanhassen, MN—Exlar announces the Tritex™ II Series electric actuators, offering 1500 Watt, AC powered operation and digital position control within a single, space-saving housing. These actuators combine a brushless servomotor with either rotary or linear (output) actuation, assembling all elements into a compact, sealed housing for demanding environments. With their built-in mechanical converters, Tritex II […]
Bishop-Wisecarver Sponsors CA High School’s Entrance in Robotics Competition
Pittsburg, CA – – Always looking for new ways to spark students’ interest in engineering and science, Bishop-Wisecarver Corporation is sponsoring Heritage High School’s participation in the 2009-10 FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) Tech Challenge. This is the first time the Brentwood, CA high school, located in the San Francisco Bay […]
