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Sensor Technology introduces its new TorqSense SGR530/540 series
Sensor Technology has extended its new range of torque sensors with a model that has the sensing head and electronics in separate housings. This has two advantages: the sensing head can fit […]

FAULHABER releases its new MC3001 motion controllers available in two variants
With the new MC3001 motion controllers, available as MC 3001 B (board-to-board connectors) or MC3001P (28-pin plug connector), FAULHABER completes the MC V3.0 generation of controllers for smaller motor series. The controllers […]

Aerotech launched new company Peak Metrology dedicated to take on surface metrology challenges
Aerotech Inc., a global leader in precision motion control and automation, announced the launch of Peak Metrology, an Aerotech company dedicated entirely to designing and building capital equipment for surface metrology processes. […]

Lachenmeier expands its Fredericia Bulk Terminal with NORD geared motors
Lachenmeier Monsun A/S from Denmark plans and builds logistics facilities for bulk materials. For more than 20 years, the company has relied on geared motors from NORD. During the expansion of the […]

Sensor Technology’s new SGR510/520 series features measuring capabilities up to 13,000Nm
Sensor Technology has extended its new range of non-contact torque sensors up to 13,000Nm. When the range was launched in late 2020, the largest unit was 500Nm. “We have been very encouraged […]

Lenze auto-tuning function of control loop offers significant reduction in commissioning times
Machines function optimally when the drives are perfectly adapted to the power train. This ensures that a high-quality product is produced at the highest machine cycle rate with a minimum production error […]

Strong as a tree: Bionic design makes igus plastic housing bearings robust
Nature is often the best model: The shape of the new igubal pillow block bearings is based on the design principles of a tree. Flattened radii provide maximum strength against mechanical stresses. […]

Haydon Kerk Pittman’s new MiniSlide™ MSA Series is now available in its e-commerce store
As a world leader in compact linear motion systems, Haydon Kerk Pittman, a business unit of AMETEK’s Advanced Motion Solutions Division, announces enhancements to its MiniSlide™ MSA Series of precision linear slides. […]

MENZEL: Large slip ring motor quickly customised
Menzel Elektromotoren has customized a 6500 kW slip ring motor for the drive of a cement mill at short notice and delivered it to the customer. The motor from the MEBSSL series […]

igus : Energy and data combined in new igus hybrid cable for SEW motors
Small, compact and fast: these are the demands on the new generations of engines. To this end, more and more drive manufacturers are relying on hybrid technology to save space. Therefore, igus […]

Moog presents its new Silencer® BN Series Brushless DC Motors designed for oxygen concentrators
For patients reliant on oxygen therapy for a severe lung disease, oxygen concentrators offer more mobility than heavy, bulky oxygen tanks. But patients say even smaller devices weighing as little as five […]

Beckhoff’s new XPlanar planar motor system features new software-based 360-degree mover rotation functionality
The XPlanar planar motor system from Beckhoff enables the contactless, parallel and individual transport of products. The XPlanar movers can fly freely in two dimensions over the XPlanar tiles and execute lifting […]

Simplex Motion releases new version of its SimplexMotionTool and a new Firmware
The continued work on improvements has resulted in a new updated version of SimplexMotionTool and a new Firmware. Simplex Motion Tool 0.3.6: Added parameter files for firmware 1.30 Check implemented to make […]

SMC: The technical challenge of sustainable packaging
The trend is clear, and there is no going back. Consumer environmental and sustainability concerns, in terms of plastic pollution and the rise of Circular Economy principles consciousness compel the packaging industry […]

Rollon: Portfolio expansion: multi-axis systems for heavy loads
Rollon acquires iMSRollon, a leading manufacturer of linear guides, linear axes and multi-axis systems, has acquired Intelligent Machine Solutions Inc. (iMS), a US-based manufacturer of standard and customised linear assemblies for the […]