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 […]
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