Nidec Drive Technology Corporation, a member of Nidec Corporation’s group companies, announced that it has developed Smart-FLEXWAVE, the world-first product that combines FLEXWAVE, an existing precision control reducer for robots and machine tools, with built-in torque, temperature, and angle sensors. FLEXWAVE, the currently available precision reducer with a wave gear mechanism, is used chiefly in […]
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New distribution partnership between Nidec Motion Control and SDP/SI
Nidec Motion Control is pleased to announce a newly formed Distribution Partnership with Designatronics. Nidec Motion Control specializes in the development and manufacturing of power-dense, standard and custom servo motors, fractional and subfractional gearmotors, as well as a wide array of motor controllers. Designatronics, through its SDP/SI brand is a one-stop source for mechanical components, […]
New module, software from Control Techniques boosts motion performance
Control Techniques, part of the Nidec group, has launched the next generation of its Motion Made Easy servo control suite. The new PTi210 module, and accompanying software, are designed for use with Control Techniques’ Unidrive M and Digitax HD servo drive platforms. Integrating PTi210 enables designers to access the comprehensive, easy-to-use PowerTools Studio software interface. […]
Unidrive DFS free-standing drives now available from Control Techniques
Users of high-power drives can now receive pre-engineered ready-made drive enclosure systems in as little as one day for emergency breakdowns — via Control Techniques’ Drive Free Standing (DFS) Series. Mission-critical machines and project timelines are supported with rapid deployment capabilities of select factory stocked units, as well as industry best leadtimes across the power […]
Robotics Summit in June: Attend for technology insights (and hero Tyler Shultz)
In a few short weeks, the 2019 Robotics Summit (focused on the design, development, manufacture, and delivery of commercial robotics) will take place in Boston. It will be co-located with the DeviceTalks event at the Seaport World Trade Center. Side note — and yes, we at Design World are quite excited about this one: DeviceTalks […]
Motion Trends: New motor breeds are smart, connected, and compact
This year’s survey of trends in electric motors for motion control and automation revealed several trends and emerging developments in the use of synchronous ac motors; stepper motors, especially in closed-loop offerings; brushless motors of various types; and a smattering of specialty direct-drive offerings just making inroads. Proliferation of synchronous ac motors With construction and […]
Control Techniques announces new servo drive
Control Techniques, part of the Nidec group of companies, has revealed its new generation of advanced servo drive technologies. The new Digitax HD servo series delivers ultimate motor control performance and flexibility from a uniquely compact package. Targeting high axis count automation systems, Digitax HD provides all of the benefits of a modular system with […]
Nidec completes acquisition of Emerson Electric Co. motors, drives and power-generation businesses
Nidec Corp. has now completed acquisition of Leroy-Somer and Control Techniques — Emerson Electric’s motors, drives, and generator businesses. The acquisitions broaden Nidec’s motor offering and product lineup … including variable speed drives. Nidec plans to accelerate Emerson Electric growth with synergies including complementary product fit with a full lineup of industrial products and geographic fit — and […]
Nidec introduces Answer Drives
With the introduction of new AD 1000 and AD 700E variable frequency drives, Nidec Motor Corporation is expanding its new ACCU- Series family of variable speed products that offer product compatibility for a true system solution. The AD1000 is a high-performance variable frequency drive that can reduce energy consumption by automatically adjusting to changing […]
Nidec expands variable speed capabilities with U.S. MOTORS
As it continues to expand its variable speed capabilities in order to provide true system solutions, Nidec Motor Corporation (NMC) is launching U.S. MOTORS brand Hybrid Drives for commercial and industrialapplications. The 1-10 HP drives are part of NMC’s ACCU-Series line of variable speed and inverter duty products that form a system solution for maximum […]
