Actuators

Extensive cooling systems drive much of the growing energy demand of data centers, as high-density computer equipment — including servers, networking gear, and storage systems — generates enormous amounts of heat as a byproduct of electrical consumption. Jeff Hemphill, CTO of Schaeffler Americas, noted that one of the most critical challenges of our time is…

PHD, Inc. announced the release of its Series ESW Heavy Duty Dual Rail Electric Linear Actuators. The Series ESW is designed to provide strength, durability, and versatility in a compact form for a range of industrial applications. Engineered for performance The ESW actuators are suitable for standalone operations or multi-axis Cartesian or gantry systems, providing…

Beverage conveyance systems require fast, precise eject technology to remove defective products from the line before they reach packaging or consumers. Modern high-speed bottling and canning operations can process thousands of containers per minute, making manual inspection impossible. Automated inspection systems continuously monitor for various defects, including improper fill levels, contamination, damaged containers, missing or…

PI has expanded its PICMA piezo stack actuator series with the introduction of new encapsulated models. These piezo actuators use solid-state motion to provide high speed, force, and resolution, making them suitable for precision positioning and alignment tasks. The new versions offer travel ranges between 56µm and 132µm, with a blocking force of 1200N. Their…

PI has introduced the new PICMA Plus actuators, expanding the capabilities of its PICMA piezo stack actuator series. While the standard PICMA actuators offer long service life, high stiffness, fast response times, and precise resolution, the PICMA Plus line provides increased displacement for applications that require extended motion range. Extended displacement without sacrifice Previously, PI’s […]

The SSEAC is a new electromechanical subsea actuator from Wittenstein Motion Control (WMC) for actuating choke and other valves in subsea applications. Rated for a service life of at least 25 years, this actuator controls the continuous flow of gases and liquids at a depth of up to 4,000 m. As an alternative to hydraulic […]

Rollon has launched a new size 200 for its high-precision TH ball screw-driven linear actuator. This addition expands the existing range and offers new opportunities for designers and engineers requiring greater performance and flexibility in demanding applications. The TH actuator series is known for its compact design and positioning accuracy, with repeatability within ±5 μm,…

Anyone who produces one billion metal pins per year around the clock can report that production is running smoothly. The art lies in making even the most difficult steps work easily to protect workers while reducing downtime and maintenance periods. KeyTec Netherlands, in cooperation with ACE Stoßdämpfer, has shown success in this area. As a…

To make the right selection when specifying actuators, it’s important to consider the operating environment.   Bruce Ng Valin Corporation Actuators are required for a variety of operations throughout a multitude of different industries. With so many different potential applications, one would correctly assume that the options can often be overwhelming. Many of these actuators […]

Bell-Everman announces that its latest generation of ServoBelt Linear actuators feature a design enhancement that simplifies the assembly and installation of long-travel motion systems including gantry and linear robots. The new design, which involves the lower static toothed belt, also strengthens ServoBelt’s ability to non-destructively withstand high-force events, such as carriage crashes. In earlier designs,…

Tolomatic has introduced five new products to meet a wider range of industrial applications. These five sizes expand the RSX’s capabilities to include forces up to 66,000 lbf (294 kN). These expansion efforts also include updated model numbering, with each number now reflecting the actuator’s thrust. For example, the RSX096 is now the RSX15 with…

The piezoelectric effect directly converts electrical energy into mechanical motion. PI uses this effect for high-precision, solid-state-based actuators, and grippers. Embedding a piezoceramic stack in a flexure-based arrangement can increase the motion range of the piezo actuator while providing protection, precision guidance, and a mounting interface at the same time. PI’s motion-amplified piezo actuators are […]

PI’s new S-335 fast steering mirror (FSM) provides fast and high-resolution motion in two degrees of freedom. Based on solid-state piezo drives, it is suited for precise, high-speed laser beam control and high-resolution imaging applications. The S-335’s long angular travel range is made possible by motion-amplified piezo actuators, operated in a differential push-pull mode for…

Emerson has introduced the new ASCOTM Series 148/149 safety valve and motorized actuator designed for industrial fuel oil burner recirculation and safety shutoff applications. The new solution provides a reliable, versatile tool for industrial users to prevent overpressure, leaks, and system malfunctions that can lead to health and safety incidents, with one configuration suited to…

Curtiss-Wright’s Actuation Division announces that its new Exlar Tritex EVA electric valve actuator has achieved CSA Class 1, Division 2 (C1D2) Hazardous Location certification. It also outperformed American Oil & Gas producers’ expectations for rugged field test operations in Texas, Oklahoma, and New Mexico. The Tritex EVA answers the demand for an efficient, high-speed solution…

Technology, software, and engineering company Emerson will exhibit its Floor to Cloud packaging solutions at PACK EXPO Las Vegas, September 11-13, 2023. As the future of automation, Floor to Cloud solutions empower smarter packaging lines and more efficient processes that make it possible for manufacturers to continuously improve plant productivity, sustainability and safety. Visitors to South…

Rollon, a global manufacturer of linear motion and gantry systems, has introduced its TLS Series of telescoping linear actuators. The new series is designed to maximize productivity for applications where space is limited — especially for applications with minimal vertical clearance, such as between the machine and ceiling, or horizontally between machines. TLS telescoping actuators…

Motion Plus, a marketplace for motion and control solutions, is excited to announce the release of the Motus1 (M1) industrial positioning actuator. This new addition brings a belt- and screw-driven industrial linear positioner for superior performance to Motion Plus’s already broad portfolio of in-stock, high-quality automation components. The M1 actuator delivers reliable motion control for…

Ewellix, which is owned by the Schaeffler Group, has introduced a new e-MOVEKIT to help designers and manufacturers of mobile machinery simplify the specification, assembly, and testing of electric linear actuation systems. The e-MOVEKIT has been developed in response to the growing trend towards electrification of motion systems in mobile and off-highway equipment.  In particular,…

Ewellix launched a new generation of electric actuators at this year’s IFPE/Conexpo in Las Vegas. Designed specifically for use in mobile applications, from agricultural and construction machinery to lift platforms, the new actuators combine exceptional power-density with high levels of energy efficiency, position and motion control and repeatability.  The first products to be released later…

With AutomationWare’s Mech Series E-actuators, engineers can obtain accurate, controllable movement for almost any performance and size requirement. The series features an advanced ball screw transmission system to handle a wide range of dynamic loads and speeds with exceptional thrust performance. The units come with integrated brushless or high-speed stepper motors and an integrated feedback…

Bosch Rexroth has expanded its range of standardized self-contained actuators by adding the CytroMotion system solution. With the help of the new compact actuator, linear movements involving forces of up to 110 kN can be achieved in a range of machines and systems in smaller spaces, more efficiently and more sustainably. These benefits can be…

Bosch Rexroth has expanded its range of standardized self-contained actuators by adding the CytroMotion system solution. With the help of the new compact actuator, linear movements involving forces of up to 110 kN can be achieved in a range of machines and systems in smaller spaces, more efficiently and sustainably. These benefits can be seen…

As a world leader in compact linear and rotary motion systems, AMETEK Haydon Kerk Pittman, a business unit of AMETEK, is pleased to announce its 15000 Series stepper motor linear actuator – known as the LC15/LE15 – is now available with an encoder option. Linear actuators in the 15000 Series are available in captive and…

Combining sturdy construction, protective features, and high-performance characteristics for load, moment control, speed, and acceleration, the Plus System family features an anodized aluminum structure and steel-reinforced driving belt. All series are available with stainless steel elements for applications in harsh environments such as those subject to frequent washes. A dedicated set of accessories enables easy assembly when building high-performance…