Mclennan, the leading motion control component supplier and systems integrator has signed a distribution agreement with the USA-based electric linear actuator, roller screw and grooved roller bearing designer and manufacturer Creative Motion Control (CMC). Formed in 2002, and with a growing reputation for its innovative approach to motion engineering, CMC´s products are characterised by their exceptional durability, extremely high-force capacity, superior power density and long (...)
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More versions, more power – the new DCX motors and GPX gearboxes
Now even stronger, more efficient and with yet more combination options: There are new additions to the maxon family of X drive products. Several long versions of brushed DC motors, with higher torques and more power, are being added to the product range, together with matching planetary gearheads. Each of the 3-stage versions can now be combined with the next smaller motor. This saves space, weight and costs. Two years ago, maxon motor presented a new generation of brushed DC motors – the (...)
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Chase to catch up with a comet
After more than ten years of travel through space, the European space probe Rosetta has reached the comet Chury. Three months from now, for the first time in the history of space travel, a lander will touch down on the surface of the four-kilometer-wide comet. DC motors manufactured by maxon are part of this pioneering feat. On August 6, the big day came: After a journey of more than ten years, the Rosetta space probe reached the comet 67P/Churyumov-Gerasimenko, known as “Chury” for short. (...)
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Repeatability of 0.5 µm over a 500 mm travel range
For precise positioning tasks in precision fabrication and automation, PI (Physik Instrumente) now offers the M-417 stage with a repeatability of 0.5 µm over a 500 mm travel range. The drive of the M-417 comprises an efficient ActiveDrive DC motor with integrated 24 V amplifier that acts on the ball screw. Thanks to this structure, the stage achieves a velocity of 100 mm/s and is at the same time designed for high duty cycles. The recirculating ball bearings allow for a very high guiding (...)
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New showcase, start of a new step
Until recently, Renaud, the Swiss manufacturer of high precision spindles, was limited in its development by cramped premises. What a pity for a growing company not to be able to hire staff because of lack of space! Meeting with M. Jean-Jacques Ceccaldi, an entrepreneur looking for excellence which has moved a little closer to it this summer. After 10 months of study, 10 months of work and more than 40 displaced machines in 15 days of moving, the company is operational in Boudry in its new (...)
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Design and function in harmony
With the new TKA55 product concept, Tsubaki Kabelschlepp convinced the international jury of the iF design award 2013 and received an award in the product design category. Due to the highly impenetrable construction, the cable carriers provide reliable protection for cables in accordance with protection class IP54 against dirt, chips and spray water right up to the connection. The innovative TKA55 cable carrier received the iF product design award 2013 for the new design concept: the (...)
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CPLS: Induction motor for operation with a frequency inverter
Machine tools, test benches, hoisting gear for cranes or travelling cranes, process industries such as metal, plastic and rubber processing, all require variable speed drive systems that can be accommodated in small spaces with high dynamic stresses. The range of CPLS square-framed 3-phase induction motors, combined with the new Unidrive M inverter range fully meets the requirements of the various processes, with the assurance of overall performance of the motor/drive assembly. Long (...)
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A ball screw for every situation
The Eichenberger Gewinde name is nowadays synonymous with "high precision rolled ball screws”. Not only with regard to the quality of the moving parts, but also in applications, mechanical motion devices offer an elegant and space-saving solution meeting with almost all requirements. After 60 years of development, Eichenberger offers today a ball screw for virtually every use. Key competence – cold thread rolling The 120 employees of Eichenberger Gewinde AG are assisted by several robots, (...)
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Motor for fine rotary motions
maxon windings and precious metal brushes generate higher torque …and many other benefits. On the left, the RE 30 Ø 30 mm, precious metal brushes, 15 W by maxon motor. The centerpiece of the maxon motor is the globally patented ironless winding (on the right), System maxon: This motor concept has some very specific benefits, including low interference and no magnetic cogging. The 90% efficiency is unrivalled by other motor systems. Haptic applications are well known in medical engineering, (...)
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Interconnectedness at all levels
With Sytronix variable speed pump drives, users can reduce hydraulic power consumption by up to 80% while maintaining the same level of productivity – or better. For Bosch Rexroth, the 2013 Hannover Messe theme of Integrated Industry means more than just IT topics. In addition to open interfaces for data interchange and new engineering tools, Bosch Rexroth maintains close ties to machinery manufacturers and end customers. The company is going in new directions with a number of development (...)