Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. has expanded its MELESRVO-J5 product family to include more options for OEMs and end-users. Cutting-edge technology, industry-leading performance, and advanced servo features allow users to unlock unused potential in their machines and factories. Compatible with CC-Link IE TSN, these products are ideal for high-speed, high-precision applications to reduce the total cost […]

Kollmorgen’s new P80360 stepper drive is the newest addition to the company’s flagship P8000 stepper platform. Like other drives in the series, the P80360 incorporates innovative stepless control technology to deliver smooth, quiet motion and optimal performance across the full speed range. The P80360 stepper drive also offers closed-loop position control and is fully programmable, […]

Stafford Manufacturing Corp. has introduced an expanded line of rigid shaft end adapters that includes smaller sizes and a wide variety of designs that solve shaft compatibility issues. Stafford Rigid Shaft End Adapters come in many configurations to solve a wide range of shaft compatibility issues such as shaft diameters, length, and output mating options. […]

FORT Robotics’ Endpoint Controller, which brings safe, secure, dynamic wireless control to mobile, automated, or autonomous machines, has received SIL 3 (safety integrity level 3) functional safety certification, as defined by IEC 61508, from exida. The controller, which is part of the FORT Robotics Control Platform, can send and receive two different SIL 3 safety […]

The U.S. and EU are implementing new minimum efficiency performance standards (MEPS) for electric motors—here’s the lowdown on the standards and how next-generation motor CAD can power compliance. Brian Casey CEO ECM PCB Stator Technology Global electronics manufacturers face an ever-present challenge. That is, how to make the motors in their electrically powered devices compliant […]

DieQua Corporation, a manufacturer of mechanical integration solutions and components such as motion control reducers, power transmission solutions, screw jack systems and mechanical integration solutions, announces the release of its PHCH-Planetary Reducers designed for packaging machinery applications. DieQua’s new PHCH Planetary Reducers are: Backlash as low as ≤3 arcmin High efficiency ≥97% Low operating noise…

As part of its ambitious NEXTGEN initiative, encoder-maker POSITAL has introduced a major update to its portfolio of IXARC magnetic encoders. While incremental encoders based on the new technology platform have been available for several months, the company is now rolling out a new generation of single and multiturn absolute encoders. These new encoders come […]

A little knowledge goes a long way — knowing and understanding the advantages and limits of encoders and limit switches can ensure the best possible motion system design. Ray Marquiss Senior Application Engineer for Automation Valin Corporation There are two parts of motion control systems often overlooked or misunderstood; encoders for either the motor rotation […]

Kollmorgen’s new AKD2G 24A drive is designed for applications in precision multi-axis servo systems. The new single-cable optimized drive builds upon the strengths of the AKD2G portfolio including upgraded safety features, SD card backup and a graphical display with higher amperage to support more applications with higher power requirements such as conveyors and vertical lifting […]

Following the launch of their smooth surface IE5+ synchronous motors, NORD has released a new design and larger frame sizes to expand their high-efficiency electric motor portfolio. NORD’s new IE5+ synchronous motor design and larger frame sizes offer increased functionality for a wide range of industries and applications. The new motors include a larger size […]

Renishaw now offers a new product line specifically designed for the industrial automation market. The new RCS product line builds on its existing expertise and technologies for industrial metrology applications and aims to transform the process of commissioning and servicing industrial automation technologies. Developed to solve some fundamental challenges within the global industrial automation industry, […]

Rockwell Automation, Inc. has launched ArmorKinetix Distributed Servo Drives. This new distributed servo drive is an extension of the Kinetix 5700 platform and provides users with a scalable drive solution that helps deliver leaner, greener, and more powerful machine designs. Manufacturers are increasingly seeking scalable solutions that simplify their machine control architectures, minimize the number […]

Mitsubishi Electric Automation Inc.’s MELSERVO-J5 EtherCAT compatible servo amplifiers let users easily integrate safety devices (E- Stop buttons, safety sensors, and other devices) into a single network. MELSERVO-J5 servo amplifiers are known for their reliability, simple wiring, easy implementation, and now with increased safety through FailSafe. FailSafe over EtherCAT (FSoE) devices operate by separating safety-related […]

Magnetic Sensor Systems (MSS) has released the SDM840 Solenoid Driver Module as a complement to their series of solenoids and those of other manufacturers that includes  tubular, open frame, low profile, hinged clapper, latching, and rotary solenoids. This compact, quiet 20 kHz pulse width modulated driver module measuring just 1.65 in. x 2.50 in. is […]

Kollmorgen has announced the launch of Kollmorgen Express Delivery. This new designation identifies highly popular motion products — including some of the most-requested configurations and options — that Kollmorgen is ready to deliver within an accelerated timeframe. Machine builders have always benefited from Kollmorgen’s wide range of standard product configurations, features and options. This broad […]

Nexen Group, Inc. has announced a new line of rotary indexers. The X-Line delivers up to three times more torque and greater moment load capacity in a compact package. Nexen’s X-Line has a redesigned roller pinion and a larger gear pitch to handle higher torque capacities that deliver accuracy, fast acceleration, high-speed positioning, increased load […]

HEIDENHAIN CORPORATION announces EnDat 3, a new version of its absolute position encoder interface. The new EnDat 3 interface has all the benefits of previous versions, but is even faster and more robust, with simplified functional safety features. EnDat 3 uses a 200 kHz clock frequency, compared to the 16 kHz of previous versions, and […]

With the SINAMICS S210 next generation servo-drive system, comprising a digitally native drive with wide range of corresponding motors and gearboxes, Siemens brings a new level of high-dynamic, motion control in mid-range operation to stand-alone and multi-axis machines, recently introduced to the North American manufacturing industry. This next generation servo-drive system introduces a new level […]

Stafford Manufacturing  has announced that a line of hinge shaft collars are now offered with a wide choice of bore styles to provide a variety of mounting options. Stafford Hinge Shaft Collars are functionally similar to two-piece shaft collars and are easy to assemble, reposition and take apart; eliminating fumbling, lost screws, and wasted time.  […]

Fast-paced warehouse operations demand extensive automation, which is inconceivable without micromotors. Faulhaber weighs in on intralogistics robots and how drive system capabilities influence their design. Modern intralogistics technologies place high demands on drive systems. In many instances, drives must release tremendous force in confined spaces and perform precise positioning tasks in continuous or stop-and-go operations. […]

Celera Motion has added a new version of its innovative direct drive motor platform, the Omni+TM Series. The Omni+ 130 mm motor becomes the largest of the series of direct drive frameless motor kits. All offer the highest torque density and ultra-low cogging in a low profile and large aperture design. “The Omni+ Series is […]

With the GP42, GP56 and GP80 series, Nanotec now offers high-torque planetary gearboxes in three different sizes. The compact modules are easy to adapt to individual requirements and have a long service life. The gearboxes are available in one- and two-stage designs. All gears are straight-cut and made of hardened steel, achieving a significantly higher […]

AC motors are commonly paired with variable frequency drives (VFDs), which control motor speed by regulating the frequency of the supplied voltage. Depending on the application and level of…

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Novotechnik, U.S. has released the RFX 6900 Series of touchless rotary sensors. These magnetic sensors are designed for use in mobile, safety-related, and extreme environment applications. The housing of the RFX 6900 Series is anodized aluminum and sealed to IP 67 or IP 69, depending on the version, and it conforms to ISO 13849 for […]

Additive manufacturing (AM) is crucial for manufacturers today because it enables the production of highly complex and customized parts that are difficult or impossible to achieve with traditional manufacturing methods. It offers increased design freedom, faster prototyping, reduced material waste, and the ability to create on-demand, decentralized production networks, all of which contribute to enhanced […]