A major technology trend in electric motors today is that of big science, according to Rick Halstead, president at Empire Magnetics. His company makes hybrid permanent-magnet step and servomotors for specialty applications in wet or hazardous environments and even applications subject to vacuums and radiation. “Just consider research facilities built around beamlines—multi-billion-dollar accelerator-physics laboratories with […]
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PTDA welcomes eight new members
The Power Transmission Distributors Association (PTDA), the preeminent association for the industrial power transmission/motion control (PT/MC) distribution channel, recently welcomed eight new member companies. Distributor Member Intech Bearing Inc. (Houston, Texas) is a distributor of bearings, belt and chain drives, clutches and brakes, linear motion products, and PT accessories. Learn more at www.intechbearing.com. Manufacturer Members […]
Altra Announces Acquisition of Guardian Industries
Altra Industrial Motion Corp. (Nasdaq:AIMC), a global manufacturer and marketer of electromechanical power transmission and motion control products, announced the acquisition of Guardian Industries, Inc. Founded in 1941 and based in Michigan City, Indiana, Guardian manufactures a wide range of products including shaft couplings, motion control couplings, flywheel couplings, hydraulic pump drives, compressor drives and […]
HEIDENHAIN Rotary Encoder For Demanding Environments
HEIDENHAIN introduces the ROD 1930 rotary encoder series for use in mechanically-demanding motion control environments. With exceptionally rugged bearings, this new incremental encoder can withstand radial shaft loads of 200 N and axial shaft loads of 150 N. The shaft load was determined at a maximal permissible speed of 4000 min during a period of […]
HEIDENHAIN Encoders with Fanuc Interface
HEIDENHAIN’s product range of absolute rotary encoders of the 400 Series are now available with interface to Fanuc controls. These encoders are particularly suitable for use on servo axes and spindles in machine tools, and feature integral bearings and stator or separate shaft couplings. Designed specifically for direct connection to Fanuc controls with α and […]
Encoders: Incremental Innovation
by Miles Budimir, Senior Editor Encoders for position feedback may be a well-established technology, but manufacturers continue to innovate by stretching the application space and adding new, useful features. Encoders are a well-established technology within the industrial world. Used wherever motion is found, they may not be as glamorous as either the end products or […]
Fanuc Interface Rotary Encoders Improves Accuracy
HEIDENHAIN’s ROC 400 Series rotary encoders now connect directly to Fanuc controls with alpha or alpha-i interface, providing new levels of versatility for servo and spindle applications. Available with hollow or solid shaft options in single-turn and multi-turn configurations. ECN/EQN 400F rotary encoders with integrated bearings feature stator couplings that compensate radial runout and alignment […]
How to Select the Right Kind of Encoder Feedback
Wherever there is motion, an encoder is sure to be found. Encoders may not be as glamorous as the products they go in, but they are critical in today’s complex and sophisticated motion control systems. Because there are so many types of motion control systems, there are a variety of types and styles of encoders. […]
GAM Introduces the PE Series of Planetary Gear Reducers
Mount Prospect, IL – GAM Gear has introduced the PE Series of planetary gear reducers. The PE is a low-cost, precision gear reducer suitable for servo or stepper motor applications where consistency, value and price are essential. The design of the gearbox provides a level of quality, performance and durability at a price point that […]
Vibration Mount Catalogs on New CD-ROM from AAC
New Hyde Park, NY – A new CD-ROM from Advanced Antivibration Components (AAC) features vibration mounts catalogs and eStore Interactive links to over 3,000 products. The V115 CD-ROM features a wide range of antivibration and shock isolation products which include; stud & nut type mounts, base plate fastened mounts, wheels, leveling & foot mounts, suspension […]
