Motors & Drives

The Compacta slip-on geared motors, manufactured by Framo Morat and distributed in the UK by R. A. Rodriguez, are ideal for repeatable positioning and reversing tasks in stage technology. Their power to weight ratio is extremely high. They are also lightweight, quiet running and exceptionally reliable and the design’s integral and easily adjustable mechanical limit switch contributes to the product’s exceptional flexibility. And with this sector very much in mind a new version of the Compacta has now been developed.

Measuring just 16mm in diameter, 14mm in length and developing 0.55N of force, Geeplus International have launched what they claim to be the world’s smallest standard Voice Coil Motor.

Baldor has announced European availability of NEMA three-phase motors that meet the increased energy efficiency demands required by the USA’s forthcoming Energy Independence and Security Act (EISA). This legislation, which becomes mandatory on December 19, 2010, sets stringent new efficiency standards for a broad range of three-phase motors – including explosion proof, severe duty and brake motors – with power ratings from 1 to 500 HP. After this date, imports of equipment containing non-compliant motors will be rejected at the USA port of entry. By making EISA-compliant motors directly available to European OEM exporters, Baldor is effectively enabling its customers to stay one step ahead of the game.

JVL has now launched its newest product: ‘QuickStep’ — the integrated step motor. QuickStep will be available in 2 models. The first to reach the market is a model with pulse and direction inputs. The second model will have a position controller with a serial interface, 8 IO´s, and an optional encoder and CANbus interface.

Heason Technology Ltd has worked in partnership with USA motion specialists Allied Motion Inc, to deliver 700 mm diameter brushless and frameless torque motors for UK defence manufacturer QinetiQ as an integral part of its Towed Array Handling System (TAHS). With a separate rotor and stator design delivering a continuous stall torque of almost 7 kNm and maximum torque approaching 24 kNm, the custom built Megaflux series motor directly drives a large winch used to deploy sonar array systems equipment on submarines.

Hayward Tyler Ltd is pleased to announce that VetcoGray Scandinavia, a GE Oil & Gas Business, has selected Hayward Tyler Subsea to produce a deep submersible motor for its Universal Subsea Boosting Development Project.

JVL has now launched its latest innovative product: “QuickStep”, the integrated step motor. The Pulse/Direction model of QuickStep was introduced some time ago with great success. This has now been supplemented with the introduction of a QuickStep model which provides a position controller, PLC facilities and a serial interface with optional encoder and CANopen interface. All electronics are integrated into the motor itself, providing a very compact and complete unit. This minimises cabling costs since machine sensors can be connected directly to the motor. Control cabinets can often be either totally redundant or significantly reduced in size.

Parker-Origa has developed a solution to protect its complete range of linear drives from the sugary or sticky fluids present in food manufacturing and other process lines that can cause parts of the drive to jam. The new Clean Design system protects linear drives – including associated guides, sensors and travel measurement systems – in a modular, stainless steel housing, sealed to IP64. The resulting drive is ideal for use where intensive washdowns are frequent, and in damp, dusty and otherwise challenging environments.

Chemineer’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.

For hygiene-critical bio-pharmaceutical applications, mixing specialist Chemineer has introduced a new stainless steel motor-based agitator drive with a 0.5RA (mirror) finish.