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‘Linear Actuator’

An Engineeringtalk guide

Start with the news release SK 200E frequency inverter range launched by Nord from Nord Drivesystems, which we summarised at the time by saying "Nord Gear's SK 200E frequency inverter range combines a sensorless current vector drive with control and communications features in a compact IP55 or IP66 rated enclosure.". Several months prior to that, we featured the news release Geeplus launches smallest voice coil motor from Geeplus: "Geeplus International has launched a standard voice coil motor that measures 16mm in diameter, 14mm in length and develops 0.55N of force. ".

In June 2009, we covered the news from Aerotech - take a look at Aerotech adds vertical translation stage to ANT which says: "Aerotech has added a vertical translation stage to its ANT range of nanotranslation linear position stages.".

Take a look also at the news release from Machine Building Systems, MBS offers T-Slot Slider from Item, as well as Hepcomotion creates Dualvee washdown wheels from HepcoMotion, and Festo solutions aid Guernsey water treatment plant from Festo.

Latest stories...

Tolomatic unveils programmable integrated actuator (June 2009)

The ICR Plus linear-rod-style Smartactuator from Tolomatic is a fully programmable integrated actuator for complex industrial motion-control applications requiring 100 per cent duty-cycle performance.

Aerotech revises laser machining brochure (June 2009)

Aerotech has released a substantially revised version of its Capabilities in Laser Processing and Micromachining brochure.

Variohm supplies sensors for floodlighting system (June 2009)

Variohm Eurosensor has supplied cable-extension position transducers as a primary component for the telescopic floodlighting systems recently installed at the Brit Oval and Lord's cricket grounds.

IQ actuators control barrage butterfly valves (June 2009)

Rotork actuators are being used at the Cardiff Bay Barrage, an environmental protection mechanism designed to regulate the freshwater level in Cardiff Bay and prevent the ingress of seawater.

Technosoft unveils compact ISD720 servo drive (June 2009)

Technosoft has introduced the ISD720 servo drive developed for high-power needs and cost-sensitive applications.

HMK incorporates Schaeffler actuators into range (June 2009)

HMK has teamed up with Schaeffler UK to incorporate Schaeffler's INA range of mechanical actuators and driven linear units into HMK's portfolio for the machine building and factory automation markets.

Power Jacks actuators used in Wimbledon roof (June 2009)

Power Jacks has revealed that it has been commissioned to help create the retractable weatherproof roof at Wimbledon.

CD-ROM features catalogues and demos (June 2009)

Stock Drive Products/Sterling Instrument has released an interactive CD-ROM that features a 360-page Inch/Metric supplement catalogue (D795) containing more than 7,000 components.

Miniature linear actuator used in locking system

A medical supply company has incorporated the MLA miniature linear actuator from PBC Linear into a cabinet locking system.
Linear actuators help automate rubber production

Precision Dippings Marketing, which makes dip-moulded rubber and latex products, has used linear actuators from Parker-Origa to upgrade a semi-automated line to full automation.