As a world leader in compact linear motion systems, Haydon Kerk Pittman, a business unit of AMETEK Advanced Motion Solutions division, is pleased to announce the release of the new Z-Theta motion platform. The Z-Theta offers linear and rotary point-to-point motion in a compact footprint, providing flexibility, value, durability, and performance suited for a host […]
Motion Trends: Applications expand for versatile lead screws
Improvements in lead screw designs have meant screws that are increasingly competitive with other types of drive screws, including ball screws. For instance, lead screws can offer shorter lead times and better performance, all at a lower cost than other screw technologies. Quite a few lead screw manufacturers offer a range of anti-backlash options, superior […]
Haydon Kerk releases 2018 Linear Motion Catalog and Design Guide
Haydon Kerk Motion Solutions, a business unit of AMETEK® Advanced Motion Solutions, announces the release of its new Catalog and Design Guide, revised for 2018. The new Haydon Kerk catalog has been updated and expanded with new product sections. The new catalog and design guide illustrates a wide range of products engineered for use as…
Motion Trends: 3D printing aides lead screw design, prototyping
A number of trends in the motion industry are impacting lead screw design and implementation. One of these is the miniaturization of components. For instance, applications in optics as well as medical devices demand high precision, and smaller miniature lead screws can meet high precision specifications and can fit where space is limited and where […]
3DP leadscrew nut insert from Haydon Kerk boosts accuracy of 3D-printed prototypes
Now, a 3DP (3D-printed) leadscrew-nut insert prototype service from AMETEK Haydon Kerk gives machine builders a way to verify linear-motion design iterations quickly and more accurately. Engineers typically do not have access to 3D printers to do this prototyping. Instead, most of them contract with a third party to get quick turnaround on parts. With […]
New miniature stepper motor linear actuators from Haydon Kerk
Haydon Kerk Motion Solutions has expanded its 15000 Series linear actuators with the addition of the smallest linear actuator in Haydon Kerk’s extensive stepper motor line. The new…
Haydon Kerk Motion Solutions Introduces Catalyst Motion Group
Haydon Kerk Motion Solutions, a recognized leader in linear and rotary motion solutions, is pleased to introduce the Catalyst Motion Group as a supplier of integrated motion systems….
FAQ: How do engineers typically integrate stepper drives?
Engineers can implement stepper motor drives in numerous ways. Companies often produce pre-packaged drives that can run with a variety of microprocessors and motors. This means that that…
Leadscrews lead in 3D printing, manufacturing, and medical designs
Leadscrews are a staple of motion designs, driving axes on machines big and small. They usually sport higher ratings than comparable ballscrews thanks to more contact between the…
Micro series lead screws
Haydon Kerk Motion Solutions proudly introduces their Kerk® Micro Series Lead Screw Assemblies. Haydon Kerk, recognized as a worldwide leader in linear motion, has applied their experience and knowledge of precision thread rolling to a new range of micro-sized lead screws. Standard configurations include 2mm diameter screws with leads ranging from 0.3mm to 2mm per…
Pittman Motors and Haydon Kerk Offer Free Shipping for Online Orders
Pittman Motors and Haydon Kerk Motion Solutions, business units of AMETEK Precision Motion Control, announces the launch of a new and improved “Express” websites that include a free…
Low Current Encoder Ready IDEA Drive
Haydon Kerk Motion Solutions, a brand of AMETEK Precision Motion Control, has introduced the latest addition to the IDEA Drive™ line of sophisticated stepper motor controllers. The RoHS-compliant…
Haydon Kerk Releases Linear Motion Catalog and Design Guide
Haydon Kerk Motion Solutions announces the release of its new Catalog and Design Guide, completely revised for 2013. The new Haydon Kerk linear motion catalog is expanded with new…
Haydon Kerk Introduces BGS Linear Rails
The BGS Linear Rail combines many technologies into a single integrated linear motion platform. The system provides excellent load capability and is engineered for both normal and overhanging loads. High roll, pitch, and yaw moment loading capability allows the system to maintain tight accuracy and repeatability, even in applications requiring significant cantilevered loading. At the […]
PITTMAN and Haydon Kerk Express Website for Quick Delivery Prototypes
PITTMAN Motors and Haydon Kerk Motion Solutions, product divisions of AMETEK Precision Motion Control, announce the launch of a new website that allows a visitor to evaluate and order a wide variety of precision motion components for 24 hour shipment anywhere in the world. The PITTMAN Express and Haydon Kerk Express website makes available a […]
The Many Faces of Stepper Motor Drives
By Robert Pulford Jr. Test/Special Projects Group Manager Haydon Kerk Motion Solutions, Inc. Waterbury, Conn Drives for stepper motors continue to advance beyond the basic L/R type drives. A typical linear motion control system has several basic components, including motors, actuators, controllers and drives. The drive type plays an important role in the overall system.…
Linear Actuators from HaydonKerk
The 25mm diameter version of the G4 Canstack Linear Actuator product line features optimized teeth geometry and neodymium magnets. With 20% higher output force across the entire speed range compared with previous designs, the G4 also contains the latest custom engineered plastic molded threads and an over-sized spline. Larger bearings enable greater rotor support and…
Kerk RGS 10000 Slide from HaydonKerk
HaydonKerk Motion Solutions offers its Kerk® RGS® 10000 Slide. The Kerk RGS 10000 Slide is designed to provide both exceptional value and performance for use in a diverse range of motion control applications. The Kerk RGS 10000 Slide builds on the revolutionary RGS platform first introduced with the RGS 6000. The RGS 10000 is capable…
HaydonKerk Motion Solutions™ Offers Customized Lead Screws and Nuts
Waterbury, CT – Precision non-ball lead screws and custom nuts create exceptional value HaydonKerk Motion Solutions™ offers precision lead screws and customized nut designs in motion control applications where ball screws may have been originally considered. Kerk® lead screws and custom nut designs create exceptional value for designers and end users in a variety of…