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PBC Linear and Moons’ Industries collaborate to produce integrated mechatronic solutions

At the recent CIIF Show in Shanghai, China, PBC Linear and Moons’ Industries announced a joint venture together to develop and deliver integrated mechatronic solutions for linear motion applications. For over 30 […]

Siemens Industry further enhanced its Comos Mobile Solutions

The Siemens Industry Automation division is bundling its web-based solutions for plant projects in the process industry in the new product family Comos Mobile Solutions. This supports globally networked collaboration across the […]

Kollmorgen’s MMG series offers twice the accuracy at same cost

Kollmorgen introduces MMG series precision linear motor stages. MMG stages deliver nearly twice the accuracy at virtually the same cost as competitive standard-grade options. Lead times of two weeks or less facilitate […]

Kollmorgen enhanced the capabilities of its KAS and AKD softwares with new update

Kollmorgen introduces Kollmorgen Automation Suite™ (KAS) software version 2.8 and AKD servo drive platform firmware version 1.12. The additions include a new higher performance version of the AKD PDMM, enhancements to the […]


ADVANCED Motion Controls presents its featherweight µZ Servo Drives

Weighing only 8.5 grams and capable of outputting 10A peak and 5A continuous µZ’s are the smallest off-the-shelf servo drives from ADVANCED Motion Controls. Pronounced ‘Micro-Z’ these plug-in drives are designed for […]


Physik Instrumente’s LPS-24 miniature positioning stage offers high resolution and accuracy

Under vacuum conditions down to 10-6 hPa, the miniature stages of only 24 mm in width achieve a sub-nanometer resolution over a travel range of 15 mm. Thus, they fulfil important requirements […]


NORD eases the transition to the new efficiency requirements

On January 1, 2015, efficiency requirements on electric motors in the European Union will become stricter according to the Regulation (EC) 640/2009 implementing Ecodesign Directive 2005/32/EC. As of that date, motors with […]


Kollmorgen’s AKD-N drive solution improves cabling and cost efficiency

Kollmorgen introduces AKD-N – a distributed servo drive solution that significantly reduces cabinet space and cabling hassle, simplifying machine design, set-up and operation. This drive system leverages robust industry IP67-rated drives positioned […]


Sonceboz’s LoadSense technology offers an ideal intralogistic motion solution

Materials handling systems for the Intralogistics industry, such as conveyors and rollers that generally work around the clock, require reliable and efficient drive systems. Reducing Total Cost of Ownership is the utmost […]


MAC402 integrated servo motor by JVL is optimized for low voltage applications

Designed for battery powered and low voltage applications the MAC402 is now available from JVL, a leader in the field of integrated servo and stepper motors. The MAC402 is the VDC version […]


Kollmorgen Automation Suite™ HMI enhances machine quality and performance

Kollmorgen introduces Kollmorgen Automation Suite™ HMI (Kollmorgen’s HMI). These rugged IP65-rated touchscreen HMI panels feature a single-surface screen with widescreen format, a rugged aluminum chassis housing, and premium configuration and screen building […]


Liebherr introduced hydrostatic-mechanical power-split gearbox at VDI Congress

At the 2014 VDI Congress „Drivetrain for Vehicles“ in Friedrichshafen at the end of June Liebherr presented a hydrostatic-mechanical power-split gearbox for the first time. The first development version was designed especially […]


New SABIX Rail Cables is certified according to DIN EN 45545-2

New series of SABIX Rail Cables fulfil the fire protection requirements acc. to DIN EN 45545-2. The Cables will be presented on the Fair “Innotrans” from 23rd to 26th September 2014 – […]


Siemens Industry now offers mobile solutions for its plant projects in process industry

The Siemens Industry Automation division is bundling its web-based solutions for plant projects in the process industry in the new product family Comos Mobile Solutions. This supports globally networked collaboration across the […]


Siemens improves its Simatic Sipat software with the new version 4.1

Siemens is extending its software range for Process Analytical Technology (PAT) with Simatic Sipat version 4.1. This scalable and modular software solution helps companies to monitor and control the quality of their […]


NORD DRIVESYSTEMS’s new efficient drive units allows for intense cleaning in process industry

NORD DRIVESYSTEMS supplies efficient drive units for dynamic speed control and automatic process control in applications that need to be regularly cleaned with high-pressure steam jets. Developed for strict hygiene requirements and […]


Baumüller releases its new B MaXX 3300 small servo controller

Baumüller, the Nuremberg-based automation systems specialist aims to provide its customers with the right solution for each application, thus allowing maximum efficiency. Consequently, additional options are now available when selecting the b […]


Baumüller showcased its complete system solutions at the AUTOMATICA 2014

From 3rd to 6th June 2014 Baumüller demonstrated its service and system solutions at the AUTOMATICA and MAINTAIN fairs that, for the first time, took place simultaneously in the grounds of the […]