December 22, 2023 MENNEKES, a global manufacturer of wiring devices, switch products and customized power distribution, announces its new SLPX Series of sloped-top motor disconnects. These devices will enable plant operators to more easily prioritize sanitation while meeting requirements for multiple disconnects. Available in three multi-gang enclosure sizes, the stainless steel SLPX Series features a…
December 21, 2023 By Krystie Johnston Siemens recently released their new SINAMICS S200 servo drive system. It is designed to address a wide range of standard applications, including battery, packaging, handling and robotics, metal forming, and other general machinery. The S200 has been optimized for performance, is easy to use, and is fit for the…
December 19, 2023 Electric motors are critical components in every production process or facility because they are the movers of mechanical equipment and machinery. Without them, nothing gets done. When designing a system, it is imperative to provide protection for motors using various protection and control systems. A Combination Motor Controller (CMC) is one way…
December 12, 2023 Siemens SINAMICS S200 servo drive system With Sinamics S200, Siemens is launching a new servo drive system designed for a variety of standard applications in the battery, electronics as well as other industries. It consists of a precise servo drive, powerful servo motors and easy-to-use cables and offers high dynamic performance. Applications…
December 11, 2023 POSITAL has announced a major upgrade to its family of 36 mm kit encoders for motion control applications. For these new devices, introduced as part of the company’s NEXTGEN initiative, upgrades include higher resolution and refined packaging that provides more compact form factors, better protection from solid particles and simpler installation procedures….
December 4, 2023 Nidec Drive Technology Corporation, a member of Nidec Corporation’s group companies, announced that it has developed Smart-FLEXWAVE, the world-first product that combines FLEXWAVE, an existing precision control reducer for robots and machine tools, with built-in torque, temperature, and angle sensors. FLEXWAVE, the currently available precision reducer with a wave gear mechanism, is…
November 23, 2023 From June to September 2023, ABB analyzed more than 2,000 industrial electric motors under its Energy Appraisal service and has identified an average energy saving of 31 percent • Audits of more than 2000 motor-driven systems found an average energy-saving potential of 31 percent per motor• Total lifetime energy savings are equivalent…
November 9, 2023 ABB’s advanced drive solutions. As an authorized distributor, Proax is proud to showcase ABB’s industrial drive offerings such as the ACS880, ACS1000, DCT 880 Cabinets, and DCS880-S. These products stand at the forefront of industrial electrification, delivering custom control and heightened efficiency to elevate your operations. Join us as we delve into…
November 6, 2023 Nidec Corporation has announced that Nidec Instruments Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Company, has newly developed a compact low-vibration and -noise pump for water heaters. Nidec Instruments’ Latest Water Heater Pump Recent years have witnessed a growing demand for water heater pumps to be not only light and compact, but…
Optimized for Compact Machines Up to 30Hp October 30, 2023 ABB is introducing the ACS180 machinery drive to the Canadian market. The newest entry in ABB’s low voltage AC drives portfolio, the ACS180 provides user-friendly, reliable, and energy-efficient motor and process control, keeping systems running smoothly while saving time and money over the product’s lifecycle….
October 3, 2023 ABB Drives is a global technology leader serving industries, infrastructure and machine builders with world-class drives, drive systems and packages. They help their customers, partners, and equipment manufacturers to improve energy efficiency, asset reliability, productivity, safety and performance. More Information ABB Drives Related Video ABB Access – Your 24/7 Self-Service for ABB…
October 2, 2023 What makes a bus based Motion Controller deterministic? What are the three types of Step Motors? What is the difference between an Absolute Encoder and a Resolver? These questions (and many more) are quickly answered Motion Control Technology Primer. The Primer covers the following topics: Motion Control A sub-field of automation in…
October 2, 2023 This lineup of SureServo2 servo systems now includes systems which accept 460 VAC three-phase input power. With output power from 400W to 15kW, these 12 new perfectly matched sets of servo motors, drives, cables and accessories have all the features of their existing SureServo2 servo systems: on-board motion controller with registration, electronic…
September 27, 2023 Galil Motion Control, a renowned industry leader in the motion control market, is proud to announce the successful attainment of UL/CSA certification for several of its premier controller series. This milestone exemplifies Galil’s undying commitment to advancing safety, reliability, and quality in the products it delivers to customers globally. The prestigious certifications…
September 22, 2023 The MELSERVO-J5 portfolio of servo motors and amplifiers has been expanded to include two new servo types The MELSERVO-J5 portfolio of servo motors and amplifiers has been expanded to include two new servo types, additional “High-Speed” motor models, and a number of new features and functions for enhanced capabilities and unparalleled performance…
September 19, 2023 The newest drive in the P8000 stepper drive platform offers real-time position correction and versatile programming capabilities. Kollmorgen, a global leader in motion control systems, has introduced the P80360 stepper drive, the newest addition to the company’s flagship P8000 stepper platform. Like other drives in the series, the P80360 incorporates innovative stepless…
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