Rollon, a leading manufacturer of linear motion guides, actuators and systems, has acquired Intelligent Machine Solutions, Inc. (iMS), a Michigan-based designer and manufacturer of standard and custom machinery for the automation industry. With this acquisition, Rollon is expanding its lineup of linear actuator modules and robotic transport units (RTUs), allowing for static loads of over […]
Linear guide handles higher loads, misalignment
Rollon has introduced its Compact Rail Plus — part of its new generation of high-performance linear guides. This rugged unit features a new design to handle higher loads while maintaining the Compact Rail product family’s self-aligning capabilities. Compact Rail Plus is designed for demanding applications such as those involving higher loads, high speeds, fast accelerations […]
Motion Trends: Linear bearings help some CNC machine builders trim cost
Axes on CNC machines to allow spindle movements are mission critical — requiring high accuracy. But doors and other linear axes have different design requirements — with forgiveness and ruggedness being priority instead. Now, linear bearings from Rollon Corp. help some CNC machine builders trim cost and improve reliability by satisfying these unique design requirements. […]
Simple support structure improves warehouse packaging module efficiency
An improvement in packaging efficiency required attention to ergonomics, ease of assembly, and cost efficiency. Danielle Collins, senior editor Automation is changing how traditional distribution centers operate as companies search for new ways to maximize their efficiency, increase order accuracy and fulfill customer demand. When it comes to automated technology, most people tend to think…
Rollon launches new plug-and-play motion system (in form of Cartesian robot)
Rollon Corp. has launched Motion Box, a new pre-engineered cartesian robot system designed to deliver users six different motion profiles that can be setup and running in a…
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How to get predictable and reliable linear motion
by Bob Ward, Product Manager, Rollon Corp. Here are some tips on how to correctly specify and size a linear-motor-driven actuator using the mnemonic ACTUATOR—short for accuracy, capacity,…
A master class in bearings
It’s often said that there is nothing new under the sun. Perhaps we simply tell old stories in new ways. That certainly could be said of the bearing;…
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Rollon acquires Tecno Center
Rollon Corp. has expanded its global linear actuator and cartesian robot offering with the acquisition of Italian company Tecno Center. “The Tecno Center acquisition enables us to deliver…
High Quality Linear Guides Now Shipping In 24 Hours
Rollon Corporation’s new FAST Delivery Program now enables engineers and plant managers to configure and order Mono Rail Plus linear guides online at www.movefastwithrollon.com, with many standard products…
Selecting the right motion component for CNC motion
Most CNC machines are built with high quality components, especially spindles. However, not every motion on a CNC machine is mission critical. CNCs have one or more axes that do not require high degrees of accuracy and precision. These axes can include doors and other auxiliary systems not associated with cutting. By picking an appropriate…