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One of the most innovative ranges of high-quality electric motors and gearboxes offered by Parvalux is the modular range. By Parvalux by maxon One of the most innovative ranges of high-quality electric motors and gearboxes offered by Parvalux is the modular range. This modular range provides an unparalleled level of flexibility and versatility for a…

Rotary index tables play a critical role in modern automated manufacturing across automotive, welding, assembly, aerospace, and heavy industrial applications. When integrated with industrial robots, these indexers can function as robot auxiliary axes, dramatically expanding reach, flexibility, and throughput. Motion Index Drives manufactures a full line of high-precision rotary index tables and linear indexing systems…

Selecting the right rotary index table is one of the most critical decisions in automated system design. From ultra-light inertia loads to systems handling hundreds of thousands of kg·m², indexers are used to rotate, lift, and position mass with precision and repeatability. Because no two applications are the same, choosing the wrong indexing solution can…

By Ben Talan,
President,
Motion Index Drives A rotary index table is often the core of an automated manufacturing system. Its performance directly impacts accuracy, uptime, and throughput across the entire production line. Designing a robust rotary indexer requires more than selecting standard components—it demands thoughtful engineering focused on load capacity, precision, durability, and application-specific requirements. This…

By Rob Litner,
Sales Engineer,
Motion Index Drives Motion Index Drives’ engineering staff is ready to tailor indexers with the right options to meet your specific application requirements to seamlessly integrate with your existing applications through complementary components. We have worked with multiple end users that were in need of replacing older rotary indexing tables in their…

By John Tranquili, Materials Manager When a researcher studying beluga whales in Cook Inlet, Alaska faced equipment failure that threatened their work, Apple Rubber’s advanced manufacturing capabilities provided the solution that allowed their critical research to continue. The Challenge: Protecting Vital Research Equipment in Extreme Conditions The harsh Alaskan environment poses significant challenges when working…

IT/OT integration: Unlock your facility’s efficiency and uptime potential. By RS and Siemens Integrating information technology (IT) and operational technology (OT) can help industrial organizations of all sizes improve efficiency, troubleshoot issues, and reduce costly downtime. But merging these two systems, which often have competing priorities, poses challenges. Paul Nuss, a Siemens industrial networking, software,…

Beluga whales are on the brink of extinction. They experienced a sharp decline since the late 1970s, with the number dropping to an estimated 300 whales or fewer remaining in Cook Inlet. This population decrease has made it one of the most endangered species in the Alaskan marine ecosystem. Researchers in Cook Inlet monitor beluga…

ASMPT is committed to the advancement of semiconductor assembly and packaging equipment and offers solutions for industrial automation in a wide range of semiconductor applications. It operates in over 30 countries with research centers, production facilities, and commercial offices spanning Asia, Europe, and the Americas. More recently, ASMPT expanded through a series of targeted business…

Sponsored by Italian Trade Agency. Italian machine builders are masters of collaboration, fostering close relationships with end users, often with a personal touch and dedicated employee contact points. This hands-on, collaborative spirit contributes greatly to a culture of innovation that has come to define Italian machine builders and the equipment they produce. End users are…

Sponsored by Italian Trade Agency. Every operation, from manufacturing to construction, has its own careful balancing act to play with budgeting and costs. With significant global economic uncertainty persisting in 2025, cost has consistently risen to the top of concerns for end users of Italian machinery. From the survey of North American end users, 61%…

Sponsored by Italian Trade Agency. A hallmark of Italian machine builders is a dedication to detail and uncompromising build quality. A key component of these two qualities is the use of technology-focused features and solutions being deployed by Italian machine builders. These features are meaningful considerations for end users, directly influencing their purchasing decisions. From…

Sponsored by Italian Trade Agency. The creative use of technology is a defining aspect of Italian machine builders, and while highly desired by customers, these features are ultimately a tool for end users to address their own needs and challenges. With this goal in mind, Italian machine builders strive to provide equipment and services that…

Sponsored by Italian Trade Agency. A Culture of Collaboration North American manufacturers looking for a trusted machine builder often don’t look at home. They head to Italy. That’s according to results from a new survey conducted on behalf of the Italian Trade Agency’s Machines Italia project by WTWH Media and Reach Solutions, which found that…

To address industry-wide challenges, Italian machine builders are innovating machines and processes to succeed. In this issue of Machines Italia, we explore in more detail how Italian machine builders are working together with North American end users, seeking innovative and technology-focused solutions to persistent industry challenges, such as managing operating costs. Notable figures: 92% of…

Supercapacitors — also called ultracapacitors — are energy storage systems for applications requiring frequent and short high-current charge-and-discharge cycles. Many product design and development teams realize they need custom supercapacitor modules to further their work. Which companies should professionals consider to meet this requirement? 1. Tecate Group Tecate Group specializes in custom ultracapacitor modules while…

An actuator is a mechanical device that converts energy—whether pneumatic or electric—into linear motion (e.g.,a piston pushing forward) or rotary motion (e.g., a valve turning open). Actuators enable tasks such as pushing, pulling, clamping, rotating, lifting, or positioning parts with precision. Actuators are essential in motion control, used in over 90% of automated equipment to…

For decades, machine tool builders and industrial users have recognized the Renishaw brand for calibration, probing, tool setting, gauging, and coordinate measurement. Renishaw has also developed a large open encoder product range based on modern optical technologies. These industry-proven encoders are used successfully for precision metrology and motion control applications across a broad range of…

A better future is a key focus for all manufacturers in the aviation industry, and every manufacturer is working toward that solution in their own way. Austin Major, Group Vice President of Business Development and Global Support at Parker Aerospace, highlights what this approach means in a conversation. Q: Recently, Parker joined the consortium to…

Sponsored by the Italian Trade Agency. Italian Machinery Delivers Quality and Innovation to Advance North American Industries Italian machinery is an integral part of North American industry, supporting operations and forwarding organizational goals. From agriculture and construction to manufacturing and a plethora of other industries, Italian machinery delivers quality and reliability that enables North American…

Sponsored by the Italian Trade Agency. Regardless of industry, market, product, and process, end users consistently express a desire to form deeper collaborative partnerships with their OEMs. This was strongly reflected in an End-User Perceptions survey — conducted by WTWH on behalf of the Italian Trade Agency’s Machines Italia project analyzing how North American companies…

Sponsored by the Italian Trade Agency. With ongoing labor shortages, persistent economic uncertainty, and fickle trends that can change on a dime, North American industries are challenged to constantly adapt to new market needs. To address these ongoing pain points, Italian machine builders are pushing their equipment to new levels of flexible design and adaptability.…

Sponsored by the Italian Trade Agency. Sustainability has been a top-of-mind consideration across industries for well over a decade, with the North American market placing particular emphasis on the importance of sustainable business practices. Many engineers, such as Daniel Hoffman of PULSE Engineering, know the importance of looking for solutions beyond the home continent. “We…

Sponsored by the Italian Trade Agency. Automation is a vitally important tool for North American industry and Italian machine builders that are leveraging the latest automation technology to bring success to the North American market. From physical process automation to digital automation, Italian machine builders are incorporating cutting-edge technology to transform industries. In an End-User…

In an era of economic volatility and industry disruption, North American manufacturers are turning to partners who can help them adapt, automate, and grow. This issue of Machines Italia spotlights how Italian machine builders are meeting that call, delivering flexible, sustainable, and highly automated solutions that empower end users to navigate today’s toughest challenges. Notable…