Model-Based Definition (MBD) is a prerequisite for achieving Model-Based Enterprise, but the realities of implementing MBD have traditionally been fraught with challenges. Today, many of the hurdles that were once stumbling blocks for adoption of MBD have disappeared. Advances in technology and standards are bringing us to the point where MBD will become a preferred…

CNC machining keeps improving and advancing every year, and, therefore, gets a bit more complex each year. As a result, it can be challenging to keep pace with the dos and don’ts of part design. But lowering the cost of machined parts while improving functionality can still be achieved by a few relatively simple adjustments…

Because it has greater ball contact in its ground circular arches (tripling load capacity), the TOPBALL® line by NB Corporation can actually carry a load of up to one ton (2000 lbs). Having three times the conventional load capacity, TOPBALL products minimize space requirements. The TOPBALL line is uniquely engineered to selfalign. They have load…

The demand for high precision, electromechanical motion control has been continuously growing in step with the markets they serve. These markets, including semiconductor, electronics manufacturing, photonics, and life sciences, all have applications that require high precision while demanding a continued push for higher speeds (throughput) and a smaller actuator footprint. In order to accomplish this,…

UtiliTrak® is an ideal choice for running two systems in parallel, where one slide uses DualVee® guide wheels and the other uses MadeWell® crowned rollers. Because precise parallelism is difficult to achieve, it is not uncommon for mounting surfaces to be slightly out of parallel. UtiliTrak’s design compensates for mounting errors, and does not require…

HERE ARE SOME DISTURBING FACTS. The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says that there were 3,450 distraction-related deaths on U.S. highways in 2016, another 803 highway deaths related to drowsiness, 10,497 drunk-driving deaths, and 10,111 fatalities related to speeding. The point all these fatalities have in common is that in each…

In this new eBook from Clippard, learn about: HYSTERESIS AND HOW IT AFFECTS PROPORTIONAL VALVES: What is hysteresis? Is it important for your application? What effects could it have? LEAK DETECTION METHODS: Manufacturers of leak decay testing equipment have especially high standards for the valves they use. In order for their testing equipment to function,…

When it comes to linear motion, the challenge is rarely easy. Machine designers push progress despite harsh environments, tackle problems with rigorous application requirements, and require expertly designed, reliable components at every step. With high-quality actuators, resilient guide wheel technology, and the knowledge and guidance needed to deploy these tools in the most demanding situations,…

Despite the buzz about the IoT and the IIoT, the development of tools and programs for the design of IoT systems and equipment are still embryonic. But there are signs of progress. Here’s what industry leaders are saying about developments in IoT technology. Download the ebook from Rexnord to learn more…

IO-LINK enables seamless communication and digital data transfer from the control level right down to the sensor level. Intelligent devices can be used to their full potential with IO-Link, paving the way for Industry 4.0 in automation technology. The internationally standardized interface provides value at all stage s, from plant design to installation right through…

STEREOLITHOGRAPHY, or SL, emerged in the mid-1980s and established itself as a staple of additive manufacturing (AM) over the next decade. Since that time, SL’s ability to quickly and accurately create complex prototypes has helped transform the design world like never before. As with other AM processes like selective laser sintering (SLS) and direct metal…

Across every industry, the product development life cycle is an integral business function that brings quality products to market. From inception to production, developing new products requires streamlined solutions to get to market faster. In this eBook, we discuss five stages of the product development life cycle and key manufacturing methods, like 3D printing and…

Everyone wants to save money on manufactured parts. It sounds simple, but one of the easiest ways to reduce price-per-piece cost in injection molding is by increasing part quantity. That is because the initial upfront cost to design and machine the mold amortizes over more parts. At Protolabs, for example, up to 25,000 parts or…

Download the Protolabs Ebook Call it large meets small. Scientists and engineers at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory recently turned to Protolabs’ digital manufacturing services to rapidly produce highly precise parts and components for the lab’s National Ignition Facility (NIF), which houses the largest laser facility in the world. The NIF is the “large” in this…

Download the NB Corp. Ebook Basics of Ball Splines Ball splines are special motion control elements, which can transmit or resist torque and linear motion simultaneously. Think of a linear slide that can revolve about its long axis. Ball splines boast a number of advantages over other motion elements. Register to download this ebook now.

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Precision Flow Control with Clippard Compact NPV Pinch Valves are an excellent alternative to traditional mechanical valves when media contamination is a concern, as they interact with medical- or food-grade tubing and never touch the material being dispensed. Features include high flow, low power consumption, high cycle life, and quick response. Made in the USA.

ISL Products International Ltd. today announced the launch of a new website.  The website’s enhanced content and improved search functionality are designed to assist engineers to quickly and easily source audio components, motor and mechanical components,ballasts and power supplies, potentiometers/transformers, and cable assemblies and connectors, which satisfy their applications’ specific requirements.  Products are most commonly employed in the audio/visual,…

Download Fabco Air’s Ebook More or Less – Compact Air Cylinders are a Big Deal! “Less is more” seems to be the trend in the pneumatic actuator market. Real estate on OEM equipment is at a premium today more than ever before! Download this Ebook to learn more…

Download National Instruments Ebook CompactRIO Controllers are high-performance embedded controllers with industrial I/O modules, extreme ruggedness, industry-standard certifications, and integrated vision, motion, industrial communication, and human machine interface (HMI) capabilities.

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Download NB Tech Tips NB’s award-winning BG linear actuators combine the functionality of a linear slide guide and precision ball screw in a single component. Compact size and exceptional accuracy make BG single-axis actuators an ideal choice for many applications, including positioning, measurement, automotive and semiconductor equipment.

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