Dave Wilson, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Linear Guide",
and we have a large number of manufacturers' news releases and technical articles here on Engineeringtalk which will be of interest.
Let me be your guide.
Start with
the news release Linear motion components suit OEMs and end users from
HepcoMotion, which we summarised at the time by saying "Utilitrak is suitable for running two systems in parallel where one slide uses DualVee guide wheels and other MadeWell crowned rollers".
A few weeks before,
we featured the news release High-speed actuators suit varied applications from
Inmoco: "The Extrak's speed greatly increases the application versatility of the actuator, allowing the fastest index times for users along stroke lengths that extend to 7.6m".
In October 2007, we covered the news from HepcoMotion
concerning its HepcoMotion SBD
- take a look at Long-carriage drive extends options
which says: "The SBD uses a flush, stainless steel cover strip that runs the entire length of the aluminium beam which houses the linear guide and belt".
Take a look also at the news release from Igus (UK), Linear guides need no lubrication,
as well as Programme supports young engineers from Igus (UK),
and Servomotors improve energy efficiency from Motor Technology.
See also:
Linear guidance system reduces throughput times
(May 2007)
The Schaeffler Group's INA Linear Technology Division has developed a linear guide that operates on steel rolling elements and is capable of reaching speeds of up to 10m/s
Linear motion guides reduce friction
(April 2007)
SKF's LLR series of linear motion guides provide high torsional stiffness and strokes up to a maximum of 6m for applications where precision and smooth motion are vital
igus attends Southern Manufacturing show
(February 2007)
igus will be exhibiting its stainless steel guides at the Southern Manufacturing show this year
Stainless steel linear guide for Total show
(February 2007)
Stainless steel linear guide is designed principally for the food process and packaging industries
Heavy-duty guides handle dusty machine environment
(January 2007)
Linear motion system has the reliability to meet the needs of a project that demanded no manual intervention
Linear motion products bring machines up to date
(January 2007)
High performance actuators and linear motion guides help Burnley Packaging Machinery to make considerable improvements to the performance of its packaging machines
Stainless steel linear guide resists corrosion
(December 2006)
Igus has developed a stainless steel version of its DryLin W linear guide especially for corrosive environments
Guides, chains and cables in the spotlight
(November 2006)
Igus will promote its latest stainless steel linear guide, wear resistant Energy Chain and range of harnessed drive cables at Machine Building 2007
Linear motion technology clocks up ten years
(November 2006)
THK is currently celebrating ten years of production for its innovative Caged Ball linear motion (LM) technology
Selecting and sizing guide wheels
(October 2006)
Stephen Fournier, Chief Engineer at BishopWisecarver, explores the guide wheel properties best-suited to a given application in order to reduce design, assembly, installation and mounting costs
Cut out creep
(October 2006)
Nick Brooker, Marketing Manager for the UK Division of Actuation and Motion Control of SKF, explains how cage creep is being eliminated from the latest linear motion systems
Software offers more help with bearing choices
(August 2006)
Bearing selection and calculation software offers even more information, as well as a wider range of support services that enable users to get to the right information faster than ever before
Modular kits for linear guides
(August 2006)
Modular accessories that enable guides to be modified to suit the individual nature of the operating environment
Range of Drylin linear bearings and rails
(July 2006)
Ondrives offer a range of Drylin linear bearings and rails within the linear motion section of their mechanical drive components catalogue
Linear guide system for harsh environments
(July 2006)
DryLin T Heavy Duty has been designed for demanding applications in automotive production, food processing, construction, concrete and stone industries, quarries and mines
High precision, hydrostatic linear guides
(July 2006)
Schaeffler (UK) has developed an innovative range of high precision, hydrostatic linear guides, that fit the same design space as a rolling element guidance system
Linear guide is an economical industrial option
(July 2006)
The UtiliTrak PW Series linear guide is an economical way to add light duty linear motion to manufacturing applications
Sealed belt drive tackles demanding duties
(May 2006)
The new SBD sealed belt drive from HepcoMotion has been designed for high loads and demanding duty cycles
Lack of friction keeps servomotor quiet
(April 2006)
Direct drive linear servomotor driven by using magnetic circuits consisting only of permanent magnets and coils
Slimline rail system carries heavier loads
(April 2006)
The SBC profile rail system delivers high precision and performance in a compact size for automated production lines, CNC machines, power transmission and other linear motion applications
Energy chain helps robots in various industries
(April 2006)
Energy chain selected by pharmaceutical firm due to its round-shape, enabling it to glide around the outside contour of the robot, without catching on any edges
Firm holds open day at new premises
(April 2006)
Official open day to mark move to new premises is attended by over 70 customers, plus suppliers and members of the press for a day-long event in the working factory and offices
Linear bearings keep connections on the rails
(April 2006)
When LPA Group designed its 4GT box train coupling system, the company was looking for a linear guide that was robust, economical and totally maintenance free
Specifications added to slide guide range
(March 2006)
Although similar types were available beforehand, now the user can also select wide and short block along with tapped holes in slide guide range
How to specify linear motion guides - Part 2
(March 2006)
In the second instalment of his series of educational articles, Bob Love, Technical Manager at THK UK, aims to demystify the jargon associated with linear motion guides
Hydraulic components control Las Vegas stage
(March 2006)
Cylinders, accumulators, gas bottles, piston pumps and valves are at the heart of a hydraulics system that lifts and moves a floating 7.5 by 15m stage at the MGM Grand Hotel in Las Vegas
Guidance and water-cooling options for motor
(February 2006)
Steel wheel guidance feature and water-cooling options available for linear motor
Linear guide wheels feature one-piece design
(October 2005)
New integral bushing and stud shaft wheels feature a one-piece design where the wheel bearing inner raceway is ground into the wheel bushing or wheel stud shaft
How to specify linear motion guides
(October 2005)
In this, the first instalment in a series of educational articles, Bob Love, Technical Manager for THK answers the question: what are linear motion guides?
Ball screw driven unit set to star in Hanover
(March 2005)
As a global supplier of all things linear, HepcoMotion has developed a new ball screw driven version of its proven Profile Drive Unit
Guides reduce design and assembly time
(March 2005)
Two new products from THK provide a unique and innovative set of solutions to help machine builders and OEMs in the packaging sector reduce design and assembly time as well as cost
Linear guides come with digital feedback
(March 2005)
Two new versions of the Schneeberger Advanced Measuring System are now available with digital interfaces: the AMSD 3-A (for Roller Monorail) and 4-A (for Ball Monorail)
Racks mount standard linear guide rails
(January 2005)
Atlanta Drive Systems has a new range of integrated racks which mount directly to most standard linear guide rails, eliminating the need for additional machining and alignment, saving time and money
Precision lubrication gives precision results
(October 2004)
THK has launched a new version of its QZ lubrication system for its LM guides