Electro Mechanical Systems Limited

The World Economic Forum (WEF) has set up the Global Lighthouse Network - a group of 69 factories that form a shining example of superior technology integration and optimised processes. With the fourth industrial revolution well underway, facilities other than Lighthouse factories must also invest in equipment that can bring them up to speed. Here, Stewart Goulding, Managing Director at Electro Mechanical Systems Ltd, explores how powerful and high precision micromotors can advance automated equipment.

Electro Mechanical Systems (EMS), has a selection of sample stock of the DMN brushed motor range available in the UK to accelerate product prototype development. The range is renowned for its high quality and long life, while remaining a cost effective solution.

Sole UK supplier of FAULHABER motors, Electro Mechanical Systems (EMS), is supplying the new FAULHABER MC3001 motion controllers - MC3001B and MC3001P. Designed for control and positioning tasks, the controllers exhibit a miniaturised size and high power. The new additions complete FAULHABER’s MC V3.0 generation of controllers for smaller drives.

Electro Mechanical Systems (EMS) Ltd remains a distributor of advanced linear actuators and motion products, designed and manufactured by Ewellix. Formerly known as SKF Motion Technologies, Ewellix manufactures components for a wide range of applications including medical equipment, factory automation and automotive manufacturing, and their extensive product line is available in the UK from EMS.

The Milky Way, the galaxy that holds our solar system, is estimated to be up to 150,000 light years in diameter. Space is vast and enigmatic, making it a focal point for exploration. Studying the mysteries of space requires innovative and robust technology that is up for the challenge. Here Dave Walsha, Sales Manager at EMS, explores the out of this world applications of high performance micromotors.

Sole UK supplier of FAULHABER motors, Electro Mechanical Systems (EMS), will be supplying the new FAULHABER magnetic AEMT-12/16 L absolute encoder. The product is the first multiturn absolute encoder released by FAULHABER, complementing the existing portfolio of single turn units.

The world’s loudest sound was the eruption of the Krakatoa volcano in 1883, which was clearly heard 3,000 miles away - that’s more than the width of the United States. While micromotors won’t reach this extreme volume, their noise can still be problematic, such as in loud medical equipment that triggers patient anxiety. Here, Dave Walsha, Commercial Development Officer at EMS, explores some applications where motors must keep the noise down.

Sole UK supplier of FAULHABER motors, Electro Mechanical Systems (EMS) has announced that it will offer the latest product in the FAULHABER range. The DM66200H series of hollow shaft stepper motors boasts a new direct drive mechanism for applications that require a uniquely wide aperture, while providing impressive performance values.

Long takes, when done properly, are masterstrokes of cinema. However, just a single mistake can mean scrapping reams of footage. To ensure filming equipment can keep up with the director’s cinematic vision, cameras must perform precise and perfectly repeatable actions. Here, Dave Walsha, Commercial Development Officer at EMS, explains how servo motors help achieve process precision both on and off camera.

Food production must increase to feed an extra two billion people by 2050 - but how can this be done with limited land and workforce? Here Stewart Goulding, Managing Director of Electro Mechanical Systems (EMS), explores how technology can boost the productivity of agriculture.

Around 50,000 people in the UK live with a spinal cord injury. To those who are injured, regaining movement is life changing - and advances in exoskeleton technology are helping to renew their independence. Here, Stewart Goulding, Managing Director of Electromechanical Systems (EMS), shares insight into the motor technology powering rehabilitation exoskeleton systems.

Prevailing through challenging times, Electro Mechanical Systems (EMS), has officially opened its modernised factory. The new space provides a larger and more ergonomic work area that will allow EMS to further expand its high quality precision offering.

The Geneva Motor Show in Switzerland is renowned for showcasing futuristic vehicle designs. At the 2019 show, Kia revealed its concept car, Imagine, which took innovative design to the next level. While these vehicles are often far from mass produced possibilities, some of the features are already integrated into high end luxury vehicles. Here, Stewart Goulding from EMS, explains more.

Warehousing is becoming an increasingly automated system, with robots storing, retrieving and delivering packages day in, day out. In fact, some warehouses use aircraft control style systems to organise and control their robots, due to the complexity of the system. As such, precision is fundamental for the successful running of automated warehouses. Here Stewart Goulding, Managing Director at EMS Ltd, explains why it is imperative that warehouse robots are installed with high precision actuation.

There was a time when we could only measure in centimetres and millimetres, now we can measure at sub-micron and nano level. Our yearning for ever smaller technology is driving big innovation in aerospace, medical and manufacturing technology. However, can space limitations prevent the small from delivering mighty power? Here, Dave Walsha, Commercial Development Officer at EMS, shares his insights in achieving high power motors in small packages.

If you’ve ever suffered from a toothache, you know that the pain it causes can be life-disrupting. Alarmingly, there are growing numbers of people across the UK waiting for dental treatment in pain. The increasing sophistication of micromotors is having a major impact on dentistry, leading to faster and improved treatment.

Increasing competition and the demand for more complex products in shorter time frames is putting manufacturers under pressure. In order for production to keep up with demand, manufacturers need to modernise. Here, Stewart Goulding, Managing Director at EMS, explains three ways powerful micromotors and drives are advancing the manufacturing industry.

It has recently been announced that custom 3D printed bone implants are planned to be in use by 2022, which will significantly reduce patient discomfort and improve implant site appearance. It’s not just the medical industry that benefits from made to measure solutions, as bespoke manufacturing is pushing the boundaries of technology in multiple industries. Stewart Goulding, Managing Director at mechatronic drive system supplier, EMS explains why using bespoke components ensures a precise, high performing end product.

EMS are pleased to announce the very latest rotary Piezomotor developed by PiezoMotor in Uppsala, Sweden. Expanding on the successful Piezo LEGS rotary motor series LR50/80 is a new reduced dimension LR17 with integrated encoder. This is the first step in the long-term aim to broaden the range of rotary motors as demanded by the market place. The LR17 is our smallest rotary Piezo motor yet, and the first in a new series of rotary LEGS motors with integrated absolute encoders.

EMS are pleased to announce the very latest Brushless DC‐Servomotors Series 0824 B and 1028 B from the world renowned FAULHABER GROUP. These two new, extremely compact brushless DC servomotors combine power, robustness and high resolution feedback in a unique way. This innovative drive concept underlines FAULHABER's successful tradition in the area of micro drive technology and complements the range of brushless 'mini' DC servomotors with diameters ranging from 6 to 12 mm.