Motion Control

Articles

The Automation NTH device assembly system based on Rockwell Automation MagneMover Lite.
With stringent regulations and limited cleanroom space, scaling medical device production is no easy feat. Learn how a modular assembly system powered by Rockwell Automation’s MagneMover Lite intelligent conveyors enabled a manufacturer to double its output and lower cost per part by 40%.
Festo Controllled Pneumatics
Festo introduces its Controlled Pneumatics technology which features digital closed-loop control for applications ranging from welding and gripping to dispensing and pumping.
Ana Mircevska, E Tech Group
How variable frequency drives reduce energy consumption by controlling motor speed and torque to support industrial energy efficiency and sustainability goals.
Regal Rexnord's ModSort Divert and Transfer module in use with multiple conveyor lines.
Regal Rexnord’s ModSort Divert and Transfer module and Boston Gear SS700 speed reducers address manual sorting errors at Dish Network and improve processing at poultry plant.
Vials produced with Genesis Packaging Technologies equipment.
Genesis Packaging Technologies, a vial capping equipment manufacturer, standardized on Mitsubishi Electric Automation technologies and cut its lead times in half.
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Maxon launches three-step configurator enabling users to design a complete, built-to-order motor drive system.
These next-generation frameless motors deliver high torque density in a compact, lightweight electromagnetic package with standard sizing for harmonic gearing and a scalable design.
Deciding between a conventional housed motor and a frameless design hinges on several factors, including space constraints, performance requirements and environmental conditions...
© Michal Bednarek | Dreamstime.com
Automation isn’t just about digitalization and artificial intelligence. It’s also about motors, drives and other core technologies that form the root of motion control. Three ...

Products

maxon Joint Drive Actuator
Maxon introduces HEJ 70-48-50 drive, designed for autonomous mobile robots in unstructured environments. With peak torque of 50 Nm and speeds up to 28 rad/s, it maintains a mass...
Bosch Rexroth Belt Conveyor
The VarioFlow belt conveyor, a modular solution with fine-meshed chain surface and scalable cross connectors for customized widths. Ideal for layouts with curves and speeds up...
Beckhoff Servomotor Series
Beckhoff's AM8300 servo series offers extreme power density, accommodating up to 40 kW in small spaces, with standstill torques from 5.1 to 274 Nm.
ABB expands its Baldor-Reliance food safe stainless steel motor lineup with a three-lead electrical connection design, enhancing sanitation efficiency and meeting NEMA standards...

Videos

B&R AcoposTrak and Acopos 6D
A look at the differences between B&R' s AcoposTrak ad Acopos 6D materials handling technologies.
Aw Podcast Video Slides
Automation World connects with Anthony Leo of Norgren to discuss the distance, speed and accuracy capabilities of multi-axis electric motion control technologies. Access the full...
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Exhibits by Beckhoff, Schneider Electric, Stratus Technologies, and Festo highlight growing trends around automation use in the CPG industries.
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Tri Tech Automation’s Jacob Becker explains the key differences and functionality overlaps between variable frequency drives (VFDs) and motor soft starters as well as how to determine...