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Schaeffler develops record 12m-long tandem linear actuator for French manufacturer weblink
Schaeffler has developed a fully integrated 12m-long tandem linear actuator with direct drive for a French automotive systems manufacturer.
SKF introduces robust solar linear actuator designed to increase sun-tracking efficiency weblink
SKF has released a solar linear actuator that is designed to increase the accuracy and efficiency of tracking the sun while delivering lower maintenance costs than alternative products.
Case study: Rockwell Automation technology makes confectionery depositor more efficient download
Baker Perkins, a manufacturer of food industry machinery, has chosen linear actuators and other technology from Rockwell Automation to enhance the design of its confectionery depositor. The machine is now more hygienic and easier to use and requires less manual intervention.
SKF supplies linear motion and control units for roof-control system weblink
Matrix actuators, SCU control units and multi-position switch units from SKF — developed in association with Acorn Industrial Services — are being used by Naturelight within a system for the opening and closing of commercial greenhouses’ roofs.
Data sheet: Matrix linear actuators from SKF for applications such as seating and reclining download
Matrix linear actuators from SKF are suitable for seating and reclining applications such as hospital beds. The drive is provided by a DC motor with a worm gear that acts on a trapezoidal threaded spindle drive system or ballscrew system.
Smooth-running ballscrews help welding gun manufacturer to reduce costs weblink
Silent-running ballscrews from NSK have helped a producer of automated welding guns to reduce the costs of manufacturing a new product by 40 per cent.
Thomson supplies compact belt gear suitable for harsh environment applications weblink
Thomson Industries had launched the BGM06 belt gear — which is suitable for harsh environment applications such as those within food and beverage — for its T60 series of precision electric linear actuators
Electric actuators from Zwick can be installed in any location of a legacy load frame weblink
Zwick has developed a line of electric actuators for the load range between 1, 2 and 5kN that apply the test force, in a tensile or compression direction, to a defined point of up to 30,000mm/min.
Data sheet: Lead Screw Series No. M3 x 0,5 x L1 can be used for linear actuation download
EMS offers Lead Screw Series No. M3 x 0,5 x L1 which can be used for linear actuation in positioning tasks.
Data sheet: Lead Screw Series No. M2.5X0,25XL1 can be used for linear actuation download
EMS offers Lead Screw Series No. M2.5X0,25XL1 which can be used for linear actuation.
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Penny and Giles Controls article
Penny & Giles Controls Ltd is an established manufacturer of high quality, reliable and durable products.
