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Rotalink's Red Drive Is Now Available For Brushless Dc Servo Motor Motion ControlSince its launch in early 2009, Rotalink's Red Drive servo motor driver and controller has significantly lowered the cost barrier for brushed DC precision motion control. Now the innovative designer and manufacturer of miniature motors, transmissions and controls has launched a brushless version of Red Drive that offers the same easy-to-use flowchart based software and price-performance advantages of the brushed version. The new BLDC10A Brushless Red Drive has a 10A input current rating from a 12-24 VDC supply voltage and includes hall sensor inputs for brushless commutation, incremental encoder input and 27 programmable TTL level I/O pins for analogue and digital machine interfacing. They Go Through it With a Fine-Tooth Comb: PIFOC® Piezo Drives for ObjectivesMore and more techniques in microscopy, today, require an improved resolution. This often requires the combination of a large numerical aperture of the objective, that is a large clear aperture, and a large working distance along the optical axis. 3D images of living tissue are then possible, for example with the help of two-photon spectroscopy. 
EXLAR TRITEX II™ ACTUATORS SUPPORT ETHERNET/IP FOR ENHANCED COMMUNICATION BETWEEN INDUSTRIAL CONTROL SYSTEMS AND COMPONENTSExlar announces the implementation of EtherNet/IP with its Tritex II™ linear and rotary actuators and the accompanying ODVA Declaration of Conformity to the EtherNet/IP Specification. EtherNet/IP is an industrial protocol operating over the Ethernet medium and is used for communication between industrial control systems and their components, such as a programmable automation controller, PLC or an I/O system. 
Crane performs electronic acrobatics with Parker SSD controlA crane control refurbishment project at Clydeport's Hunterston terminal relies on Parker SSD AC890 series system drives to deliver pinpoint control in the unloading of coal from vessels. The massive crane can lift up to 36 tonnes of coal in a single grab, allowing loads to be deposited reliably and accurately into the dockside hopper, even in inclement Scottish weather and winds of 40mph or more. 
NEXEN’S NEW, EASY-TO-NAVIGATE WEBSITE FEATURES UPDATED LOOK AND SIMPLIFIED PRODUCT SEARCH FUNCTIONNexen Group, Inc. introduces their new website, featuring an enhanced design and increased functionality. Nexen offers high-accuracy motion control solutions for a broad range of industrial applications. The new website details their vast product offering with interactive product demonstrations, product pictures, specs, CAD drawings, product literature, manuals and more. Plus, product research and selection is simplified with a quick search by product number feature, as well as search by category or function options. 
SCADA 50% cost claim causes a stir at Drives & Controls exhibition...P4A MD Paul Hurst and MMI solutions MD Dennis Price were causing some consternation at the Drives & Controls exhibition held at the NEC last week, by asking visitors the question "Are you paying too much for your SCADA?" the answer it seems is a resounding 'Yes!' 
Piezo controller with digital linearization PI improves the positioning accuracy for low-cost piezo systemsIn contrast to conventional analog piezo controllers, the E-609 single- channel piezo controller from Physik Instrumente (PI) has a digital controller which can be optimized using software and USB service interface. Additional linearization methods improve the accuracy of the piezo system in comparison to completely analog devices by a factor of 10 from around 0.2% to 0.02%. ULTRA-VERSATILE SERVO DRIVES ARE COMPATIBLE WITH MULTIPLE ETHERNET STANDARDSBaldor is announcing even greater flexibility for one of the most versatile servomotor drive ranges in the world. The e100 drive family has been re-engineered to become compatible with no less than three industrial Ethernet standards - EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP and Powerlink - as well as standard TCP/IP networks and Baldor's own highly popular Mint system building environment. The drives offer system builders a choice of servomotor, closed-loop vector or V/Hz motor control modes, combined with an array of features and configuration options that provide exceptional versatility of use. 
Coupling for pharmaceutical applicationsThe Schmidt-Kupplung from SCHMIDT-KUPPLUNG is a compact, torsionally stiff performance shaft coupling for a large, variable radial shaft offset. The well-balanced system transmits torque without adding side loads to the drive. 
Unrivalled power density from new Parker compact electro-hydraulic actuatorParker Hannifin, has launched an innovative new Compact Electro-Hydraulic Actuator (EHA) that provides a complete, free standing actuation system for space critical, portable and remote applications. Offering unrivalled power, speed and durability, Parker's Compact EHA is a fully self-contained, double-acting actuator offering an exceptionally high power density at operating speeds of over 100mm/sec. This makes the new Compact EHA ideal for use as an alternative to conventional linear movement technologies such as electromechanical and pneumatic drives, in applications ranging from military and aerospace, to marine, construction and general industrial use. 
Industrial Ethernet allows technical support on a distanceVinterteknik is a Swedish company developing snow cannon and irrigation systems. They use Emotron variable speed drives for controlling the pumps included in their solutions, in order to offer smooth operation and reduced energy costs. In this case, the long distance and the difficult terrain between the control station and pumping station offered a challenge. The solution was remote control of the variable speed drives over the Internet. Catalog Data Solutions Configurator and CAD Downloads Selected by White Drive ProductsWhite Drive Products provides a complete range of products for mobile hydraulic drive applications. Products include a full range of low-speed high-torque motors, integrated motor brake combinations, stand alone spring-applied pressure release brakes, flow dividers, brake release hand pumps, and closed-loop hydrostatic drive piston pumps. "We want to enable our customers to easily configure a model number and download CAD models to simplify their design process," said Fred Granson, Marketing Manager, White Drive Products Inc. "We have evaluated several suppliers and ultimately selected CDS because they offered the full package – we prefer not to collaborate with software companies that involve any third parties, CDS will build the downloadable models allowing us to direct our resources to other vital areas. We will own the IP and be able to utilize our current product modeling software without relying on a proprietary format that could affect our long term strategy. With all the offe Catalog Data Solutions Configurator and CAD Downloads Selected by White Drive ProductsCatalog Data Solutions (CDS), announces that White Drive Products have selected CDS Configurator and CDS ModelServer and to present and aid online configuration of products and CAD model downloads. 
SEALED LINEAR ACTUATOR FOR SMALL & COMPACT SYSTEMSThe HepcoMotion® SBD Sealed Belt Drive has certainly carved a niche for itself in high duty applications. It has proved to be more than equal to the high loads and demanding duty cycles that often compromise the operating efficiency and life of other linear actuators. 
High-End-Compact 3-Phase 2-Stage EMC FilterSCHURTER expands its filter product portfolio, introducing power line filter series FMBC NEO for 3-phase-systems and FMBD NEO for 3-phase-systems with neutral. 
Thomson Electrak Pro Actuators are available from Heason TechnologyThomson Elektrak Pro series push-rod style linear actuators are now available from West Sussex based motion specialist Heason Technology Limited. Characterised by its extreme durability, toughness and compactness, the DC motor driven Electrak Pro is available in Acme leadscrew or ballscrew versions with a broad range of options making it equally suited for simple open loop load actuation or sophisticated closed loop control. 
Remote Control Potentiometers Simplify Automation UpgradesMicronor's new MR266/MR267 series Remote Control Potentiometers are turn-key solutions for upgrading manual potentiometer and rheostat process controls to PLC control. These products operate at 24VDC and following options: 4-20mA or 0-10V input/output control, non-isolated or isolated interfaces, and front panel or DIN rail mount. MR267 series replace low power (<5W) potentiometer controls in resistance values of 100Ω to 100KΩ - prices start at $995. MR266 series is offered in resistance values from 2Ω to 50KΩ, 20/60/170/300 Watt options - prices range from $1295 (20W) to $2495 (300W). Typical lead time is 3-4 weeks ARO. SERCOS Energy – the Energy Profile for SERCOS IIIThe SERCOS vendor organizations have announced the development of an energy conservation profile for the SERCOS III Real-time Ethernet Communications System for controls, drives and decentralized peripherals. 
Burkert’s Decentralised Method of Opening & Closing Process Valves Eliminates Energy Losses from Wasteful Venting of Control AirThe cost-down pressures inherent in all process industries mean that plant operators are consistently required to improve efficiency, at the same time as ensuring repeatable product quality. In pursuit of efficiency, companies are prepared to invest heavily in new plant and equipment. However, in many cases, real savings and efficiency improvements can be achieved relatively simply and at low cost by focussing on cutting energy usage. 
VLT® Low Harmonic Drive from Danfoss Drives Named 2010 Design News Golden Mousetrap FinalistVLT® Low Harmonic Drives from Danfoss Drives have been named a 2010 Design News Golden Mousetrap Award Finalist in the Motion Control/Automation category. VLT Low Harmonic Drives don't merely reduce or mask current distortion; they attack it at the source by performing real time analysis and actively imposing currents, as needed, to restore and ensure the highest possible quality sine waves from the power supply grid. They also feature a modular design that facilitates large scale and cost effective production, and since most VLT Low Harmonic Drives are individually configured according to the customer's specific needs, they deliver the value of a highly customized quality drive for the price of a mass produced unit. 
Parker SSD drives cut energy consumption of BA simulatorsThe latest variable speed drive technology from Parker Hannifin, the global leader in motion and control technologies, is being used by British Airways to improve the efficiency and reliability of its flight cabin simulators. By enabling the simulators' hydraulic control systems to be powered only when needed, the drives are cutting energy consumption by 95%, in addition to extending maintenance intervals and service life considerably. 
Are You Protected?Metrix offers the Vibralert® Mechanical Switch for economical vibration protection for low to medium speed machinery. The Metrix 5550 meets all requirements for mechanical switches in a single, affordable weatherproof package, with optional IS hazardous area rating. Whilst it is a simple mechanical switch it can be supplied with local and remote reset options with an adjustable start-up delay to ensure no false alarms. 
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. Page 1 2 |
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