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GMEINDER – GEARED FOR RAIL TRANSPORTATIONGmeinder traction products, available in the UK from M Buttkereit Ltd, have a long established reputation for both quality and durability. Their final drive units and gearboxes have been specified for modern rail mounted equipment in operation throughout the world. This includes diesel locomotives (mechanical, hydraulic and electric variations) for light and heavy duty diesel railcars, trams, underground and surface transport including a wide range of special purpose rail vehicles. 
HCPV High-Concentrate PhotovoltaicManufacturing of highly efficient photovoltaic systems is marching on. A Korean development sets a new benchmark not only in respect to the efficiency of the solar cell itself, but also condenses the sunlight and multiply concentrates it. The result is an outstandingly power dense system designed to most advantageously harvest energy from a so far still sparsely used natural resource. maxon supplies the drives for continuous tracking of the actual solar position. 
New compact sensorless AC drive from Parker gives 12% energy savingsParker Hannifin has launched a new family of revolutionary AC drives that allow energy efficient permanent magnet motors to be used in a wide range of pump, fan and compressor applications. Designated the AC650S Series, the new drives eliminate the need to run permanent magnet motors with closed loop speed sensors, enabling them to be used as replacements for induction motors, helping manufacturers improve both performance and profitability. 
Digital DC drives from Sprint Electric come in two options – Easy installation, increase in powerSprint Electric has increased its range of digital DC drives up to 2250 Amps (980 KW/1320 HP). All models ranging from 650 to 2250 Amps are offered with two options: Either top entry or bottom entry three phase supply input, and as high voltage (690V AC) or standard voltage (480V AC) models. Available as two quadrant or regenerative four quadrant types, these digital DC drives are ideal for controlling DC motors used in heavy industry applications such as metal working, steel mills, mining, or the cement, rubber and plastics industries. 
Multifunctional configurable safety controllerPilz Automation Technology has launched the PNOZmulti Mini multifunctional configurable safety controller for applications up to BS EN ISO 13849-1 Ple and BS EN 62061 SIL 3. The unit is a space-saving 45mm wide, features all of the usual safety monitoring functions of the established PNOZmulti and has the additional benefit of an integral LCD display for status information and diagnostic messages. Together with the new low-cost 'lite' licence for the PNOZmulti Configurator Software, Pilz now offers a cost-effective 'start-up' option for applications requiring from three safety functions upwards. 
Inmoco Introduces New Ormec ServoWire SD Drives Offering High Bandwidth and Ease Of Use With IEEE 1394b NetworkingInmoco has extended its networked servo drive line from ORMEC, with the introduction of the SD Drive family. Consisting of 14 drives, ranging in size from 3 amps to 60 amps, the ServoWire SD range provides high performance servo operation utilizing high bandwidth digital networking technology based on IEEE 1394b. More robust, efficient and faster than the previous 1394a network, 1394b defines a roadmap to 3.2 G-bit signalling as well as definitions for additional communications media (e.g. fibre optics). 
WEG's New CFW08 'Wash' Inverter Offers Greater Protection Against Water & DustWEG is providing greater protection for inverter drive applications in food, beverage, and chemical industries, with the launch of its new IP56-rated, CFW-08 'Wash' frequency inverter. The CFW-08 Wash is designed for applications that require a higher degree of protection against the ingress of contaminants; the drive's IP56 (Nema 4X) rating providing effective safeguarding against the ingress of dust and water. 
New Distributor Appointment Drives Invertek Expansion StrategyInvertek Drives has appointed The Inverter Drive Supermarket as an official U.K distributor. Nick Thorne, Invertek Business development manager said We are delighted to appoint The Inverter Drive Supermarket as an official distributor of Invertek products. 
The New Mitsubishi FR-E700 Inverter Range is now available from LC AutomationWith 11 million frequency inverter drives already sold, Mitsubishi Electric now introduces its latest generation of compact inverters, the new FR-E700 series. In addition to better features and performance than their predecessors, the models in the new series are also more compact and even easier to install. New Chemineer Gearbox has true integrityChemineer's new Model 20 HT/GT gearbox has been designed specifically for agitator duties, giving it a far greater lifetime than general purpose gear drives. 
VSD solution from Parker Hannifin and Optima doubles productivity for laminating lineAC890 variable speed drives from Parker Hannifin, are playing a crucial role in an innovative control system developed for a newly refurbished web laminating line operated by the API Group. The control system was designed and produced by Blackburn-based Optima Control Solutions, and in conjunction with the AC890 drives, has enabled availability of the laminating line to be significantly increased. In addition, the new system has improved production flexibility for API, while increasing line functionality and reducing overall energy consumption. 
New intelligent drives from Parker Hannifin cut refrigeration costs by 40%An innovative new range of intelligent variable speed drives, launched by the Sporlan Valve Division of Parker Hannifin, the world's largest diversified manufacturer of motion and control technologies, will deliver dramatic energy savings for users of commercial and industrial refrigeration and air conditioning systems. For example, the new drives can cut up to 40% of the energy used by refrigeration systems with single compressor units and up to 25% from the energy consumed by conventional multi-stage compressor racks. 
Compact, Low Power VLT Micro Variable Frequency Drives Now Available in 15 – 20 HP RangeDanfoss Drives' VLT Micro Drive is now available in an M4 frame size covering the three-phase 380 – 480 VAC, 15 – 20 HP range. The M4 is just 250mm tall (292mm with flange) x 125mm wide x 241mm deep. They feature conformal coated PCBs per IEC 60721-3-3, class 3C3, and provide serial communication via RS 485 Modbus RTU and FC protocols. A detachable Local Control Panel (LCP) with or without a potentiometer, an LCP copy function, as well as a panel-front mounting kit for the LCP, all facilitate ease of use. In addition to the new frame size, VLT Micro Drives are also available in single-phase 200 – 240 VAC, 0.25 – 2 HP; three-phase 200 – 240 VAC, ⅓ – 2 HP; and three-phase 380 – 480 VAC, 0.5 – 3 HP power range configurations. 
Parker Hannifin’s Compax3 global servo drive delivers performance and productivityParker Hannifin has announced its latest family of Compax3 intelligent servo drives. The Compax3 family of products has been designed to offer OEMs and end users a full range of drive solutions, while being simple to program and operate. In addition, Compax3 servo drives are based on a common operating platform, delivering high levels of performance and functionality, and have been developed for use in global applications, with support from Parker's worldwide network of sales and technology centres. 
New communications options for Parker Compax3 servo drivesParker Hannifin has released the latest version of its highly successful Compax3 servo drive family, which features a number of performance and functionality enhancements across the entire range. 
Decentralised drive range reduces costs and complexity in large conveyor applicationsNord Drivesystems has expanded its range with a comprehensive portfolio of decentralised drives and related automation components. By eliminating traditional panel building and cabling requirements, the technology can radically simplify the construction of large conveyor applications in, for example, production lines, warehouse and logistics centres, or baggage handling lines. The resulting network-based automation provides a clear and logical plant structure that is simpler to plan, install, operate and maintain. 
Mclennan introduce new microstepping drives with superior speed/torque performance capabilityA new range of high power/high speed microstepping drives, delivering up to 13 Nm of holding torque from a 320 VDC bus is now available from Mclennan Servo Supplies. The increased bus voltage on the STAC6, from USA based Applied Motion Products, effectively extends the power range of stepper drive technology and includes additional features that together derive improved performance from today's stepper motors. 
Parker increases performance and flexibility with next generation DC drives platformParker SSD Drives, part of the Automation Group of Parker Hannifin, has announced the launch of the next generation of its highly successful DC590+ family of DC drives. The DC590+ Integrator Series 2 is the latest in an impressive line of DC drives products from Parker SSD spanning the last 30 years and offers unprecedented levels of control over a wide range of DC motor applications, improving both performance and profitability. 
Online Calculator accelerates braking for Drive applicationsThe Inverter Drive Supermarket has developed a Dynamic Brake Resistor calculator designed to accelerate the braking specification process in Variable Speed Drive applications. Simply by specifying the required impedance in Ohms and (optionally) the continuous load in Watts, the calculator will search 880 resistor combinations to suggest the most appropriate configuration to suit the application. The results include the total resistance and load, quantity of resistors required, wiring diagrams together with the price and option to buy the configuration for delivery worldwide. 
Parker drive technology helps produce 90% energy saving in tube bending applicationsThe latest servo drives from Parker Hannifin, the world's largest manufacturer of motion and control technology, form a vital element in groundbreaking all-electric tube bending machines from Unison. Parker's servo drives are enabling users of these innovative tube bending machines to achieve savings of up to 90% in energy costs in comparison with conventional hydraulic equipment. The all-electric machines are also providing a more accurate, user friendly and cost effective solution, in addition to minimising the environmental impact of tube bending operations. 
Parker SSD drives help British Airways achieve 95% energy reduction for air handling systemsBritish Airways is using the latest variable speed drive technology to cut energy consumption by up to 95%, on air handling and environmental control systems installed in flight simulator cells at its Flight Training centre at Heathrow Airport. Developed and manufactured by Parker Hannifin, the world's leading manufacturer of motion and control technologies, the variable speed drives (VSD) are a key part of a long term project to upgrade British Airways' 18 simulator cells, and are helping to cut energy and overall maintenance costs, and to ensure that each flight simulator is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 
More precision, faster setup for Pride Engineering’s die grinding machine with IndraMotion MTX from RexrothIn the world of can manufacturing, the quality of the dies that shape each can has a direct impact on manufacturing quality and productivity. A die that is ground to ultra-precise tolerances will last longer and produce fewer tear offs. Joe Biondo outlines how, using Bosch Rexroth's IndraMotion MTX CNC controller and drive platform, Pride Engineering's Model 30 Air Bearing Grinder helps can manufacturers set new standards for die grinding accuracy and productivity. 
New Option Card from Danfoss Drives Significantly Enhances Variable Frequency Drive Communication Capabilities and PerformanceDanfoss Drives introduces the MCA 121 EtherNet/IP™ Option Card. The MCA 121 is a powerful networking tool that enables Danfoss VLT® AutomationDrive users to deploy standard Ethernet technology in manufacturing applications, while also enabling internet and enterprise activity. 
Parker’s linear motor system provides long life solution for transmission line damper testingThe latest PowerRod linear motor system, from Parker Hannifin, is playing a vital role in a series of test machines for a new generation of spacer dampers designed for use on overhead power transmission lines. Developed and produced by UK-based systems house, Computer Controlled Solutions Ltd (CCS), for Tyco Electronics UK Ltd, the test machines use the PowerRod motors and Compax 3 servo drive to replace conventional motor and cam mechanisms, helping to minimise setup time and provide high levels of reliability during tests of twenty million cycles, equivalent to around 5,000 km of travel. 
Sprint Electric increases digital DC drives to 1050 AmpsSprint Electric has increased its range of digital DC drives. Both 2 Quadrant and 4 Quadrant options are now available up to 1050 Amps. 
Smart frequency inverter delivers sophisticated motion control capabilityNord Drivesystems has launched a variant of its Nordac SK500 family of frequency inverter drives incorporating sophisticated position control capabilities. Called Posicon, the new functionality supports closed-loop applications with sophisticated motion control features such as the ability to program relative or absolute positioning, synchronising, gearing and S-ramp movement profiles. 
Southco Key-Choice System Simplifies Access-Control Implementation and ManagementThe Southco® Key-Choice System provides a comprehensive solution to the common problem of coordinating keylocking latches and key codes to meet end-use requirements. By separating the key code specification decision from the latch specification decision, the Southco Key-Choice System offers flexible options for managing security. 
Parker extends Compax3 family with new intelligent multi-axis servo driveParker Hannifin has extended its family of Compax3 drives with the launch of the Compax3M (C3M) servo drive. This new drive has been developed specifically for use with a wide range of multi-axis applications, providing a powerful yet easy to use system that is also extremely compact; indeed, the C3M is believed to be the slimmest servo drive currently available. 
Need More Power? Get it from Danfoss Drives’ Newest High Power VLT® Series Variable Frequency DrivesDanfoss Drives VLT® Series Variable Frequency Drives are now available with power through 1350 HP in 460 and 690 VAC. F1 frame models deliver power up to 1050 HP in an 86.8 in. x 55.1 in. x 23.9 in. footprint, while F2 frame models deliver up to 1350 HP in an 86.8 in. x 71.0 in. x 23.9 in. footprint. 
Mclennan's new BLuAC5 servo drive has choice of integrated motion controllerMclennan has launched a new range of intelligent servo drives from California based Applied Motion Products Inc. The packaged BLuAC5 range includes a PWM drive stage with a rating of 5 A continuous/15 A peak and direct-on-line 90-265 VAC input. It may be configured for linear or rotary sinusoidal and trapezoidal commutated brushless servo motors with tuning made very straightforward with AMP's Quick Tuner™ software which features a built-in digital oscilloscope. The powerful DSP based drive stage may be programmed for torque, velocity, positioning, and programmable (stand-alone) modes. 
New high power Parker DC system drive reduces footprint by over 50%The Parker SSD Drives Division of Parker Hannifin, the world's leading manufacturer of motion and control technologies, has extended its popular DC590+ family of DC system drives with a new and even more compact version, called Frame 6. The new Frame 6 drive has a far smaller footprint than previous models, making it one of the smallest devices on the market and reducing the space required in control cabinets by over 50%. In addition, the new drive is easy to install and configure, helping customers improve both their productivity and profitability. 
New WLAN module for JVL’s MAC-motorsA very wide range of integrated AC servo motors makes JVL a leading supplier in the field of motion control. The numerous features of these motors include a unique modular concept that makes it extremely easy to adapt the motors to a large number of applications. 
Aerotech's new ABRT rotary air bearing stages provide exceptional velocity stability and error motion performanceAerotech's new ABRT series rotary stages combine innovative air bearing mechanics, direct-drive servo technology and ultra-high precision angle encoders to provide exceptional levels of angular positioning performance. Available in three models with nominal tabletop diameters of 100 mm, 150 mm and 200 mm, they provide up to 70 kg load capacity with bidirectional repeatability to less than 1 arc-sec (< 5 μradians) and calibrated angular accuracy to +/- 2 arc-sec. 
Position small loads fastigus has extended its range of linear belt drive actuators with the launch of a smaller version of its DryLin ZLW drive. ALLMOTION INTRODUCES THE EZHR23ENHC! Encoder Feedback 7Amp Controller + Driver measuring only 2.25 x 2.25 !The EZStepper was designed to allow the rapid implementation of stepper motor solutions in products requiring automation. Fully Intelligent Piezo Servo Controller + Driver. Measuring only 2.25 x 2.25 (57mm x 57mm). Designed to drive the Nanomotion** HR1 Piezo Motor.The EZ Piezo Servo was designed to allow the rapid implementation of Position Control using the Nanomotion** HR1-1-S3 or Similar Motor . ALLMOTION INTRODUCES EZHR17EN 2 AMP STEPPER DRIVER FOR PRECISE, SMALL FORM-FACTOR DUAL AXIS MOTION CONTROLAllMotion Inc. announces immediate availability of its award-winning* dual axis EZHR17EN Stepper Motor Controller + Driver, designed for rapid off-the-shelf implementation in miniature applications. 
ALLMOTION’S ULTRA-COMPACT EZSV10 1.5 AMP DC BRUSH SERVO DRIVER PROVIDES FULLY INTELLIGENT MOTION CONTROL AND RAPID IMPLEMENTATIONAllMotion Inc. announces immediate availability of its EZSV10 DC Brush Servo Driver, the smallest fully programmable DC servo driver and controller on the market. 
LG Motion Ltd launches the new Agile microMAXR distributed and intelligent servo driveAgile Systems' new microMAXR intelligent servo drive combines a sophisticated motion controller with user I/O, a powerful servo amplifier and a choice of high-speed networking in a single compact package for cost-effective distributed automation. 
Permanent magnet gives new solenoid faster operationSignificant increase in speed from a bistable rotary solenoid which uses permanent magnets instead of a spring. The use of a permanent magnet instead of a spring has resulted in a new bistable rotary solenoid from Geeplus, which the company claims has a significant increase in speed of operation. |
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