Dave Wilson, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Linear Scale",
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 Understanding video metrology from
OGP UK, which we summarised at the time by saying "William R Gilman, Vice President of North American Sales for Optical Gaging Products, explains the key concepts involved in video metrology".
Several months prior to that,
we featured the news release CNC and DRO systems go on show from
ACI (UK): "ACI (UK) will display a comprehensive array of CNC and DRO systems at Productivity Partnerships at 600 Centre, Shepshed".
In July 2006, we covered the news from Renishaw
- take a look at Encoders are accurate for semiconductor production
which says: "Renishaw is highlighting its new range of encoder solutions at the Semicon West exhibition and conference, being held at the Moscone Center, San Francisco, USA, from 10th to 14th July 2006".
Take a look also at the news release from Tecnotion, Hall sensor puts linear motors in position,
as well as Encoders highlighted at microlithography show from Renishaw,
and Web guide to medical show from Renishaw.
See also:
Renishaw encoders displayed at Taiwanese show
(November 2005)
Renishaw, supplier of position feedback encoders and metrology equipment, will be exhibiting at the Taichung Automatic Machinery Show, being held in Taichung, Taiwan, from 18-21 November 2005
Latest encoders on show at Nuremberg exhibition
(November 2005)
Renishaw is highlighting its latest range of encoder solutions at the SPS/IPC/DRIVES exhibition and conference, that is being held in Nuremberg, Germany, on 22nd to 24th November 2005
Record revenues for Renishaw
(August 2005)
Renishaw has announced record trading figures for the year ended 30th June 2005
Linear scale enhances encoder accuracy
(July 2005)
Introduced at Semicon West 2005, the RELM high-accuracy linear scale is an exciting addition to Renishaw's Signum range of intelligent encoders
CNC adds a new dimension to control
(June 2005)
One of the first companies in the UK to take advantage of the new analogue version of Heidenhain's popular iTNC 530 CNC unit is Peak Precision Engineering
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)
Multisensor machine measures larger parts
(February 2005)
The newly introduced MarVision MS 662 is the largest member of the Mahr MS Series of multisensor measuring machines
Linear driven stage answers demanding questions
(December 2004)
The Newport XM2000 is billed as the ultimate solution for the most demanding manufacturing, test and measurement applications
Measuring machine uses many methods
(September 2004)
The newest member of the Mahr Federal family of multisensor measuring machines is designed to provide a cost-effective, mid-sized solution for high precision applications
Linear stages build multi-axis positioning systems
(July 2004)
Bayside Motion Group reckons its 'Micro' Series cross-roller linear stages make the ideal building blocks for multi-axis, precision, positioning systems
Linear guides integrate encoders
(June 2004)
Schneeberger will exhibit two new versions of its Advanced Measuring System AMSA Generation 3-A (for Roller Monorail MR) and 4-A (for Ball Monorail BM) at IMTS 2004
Linear encoder goes to great lengths
(March 2004)
The LE50 is an optoelectronic incremental linear scale designed for long lengths and harsh environments
Linear guides integrate their own encoders
(November 2003)
Schneeberger has developed two new versions of its advanced measuring system: AMSA Generation 3-A (for roller monorail MR) and 4-A (for ball monorail BM)
Linear assembly adjusts tool head stroke length
(October 2002)
A novel linear motion system requires no programming and has mechanically triggered controls which automatically adjust the tool head stroke length and reversal, 'on the fly'
German subcontractor boosts productivity
(July 2002)
The benefits of high-efficiency machining has been recognised by subcontract machine shop, Noltemeyer, based in Barrsinghausen near Hanover in Germany
IKO settles on Rockwell
(June 2002)
Slide and rail manufacturer IKO Nippon Thompson has selected Rockwell Automation as its preferred supplier of control products
Twelve tools in compact budget lathe package
(May 2002)
The Colchester Tornado 120 three-axis, M-series 600 slant bed CNC mill/turn lathe brings the latest developments from the larger capacity 220 machine into a more compact package
Sub-micron resolution motion from linear stage
(January 2002)
A new extruded aluminum linear stage offers 50-250mm travel range and combines fast, sub-micron resolution motion with highly stiff and robust package designs
New driven tool version of slant bed CNC lathe
(October 2001)
Colchester's top-selling Tornado slant bed CNC lathe is now available with driven tools; the three-axis 'M' version has six driven positions on the Sauter 12 station turret
Innovative turn/mill centre for cylindrical parts
(September 2001)
Pennine Machine Tools is launching a range of new Vertical Turn/Mill Centres designed for the cylindrical component machine market, aerospace and general
Linear digital scale encoders increase accuracy
(August 2001)
The change from rotary to linear digital scale encoder technology on Cincinnati VMC vertical machining centres and Hawk TC CNC lathes has improved positioning accuracies by almost 60%
Ideal unit for small batch five-axis machining
(May 2001)
The portal design Hermle C1200 can be specified with either a rigid table or NC swivelling rotary table to cater for aircraft type components requiring five-axis machining in small and medium batches
Longer travels from new linear stages
(March 2001)
Using the same industry-proofed technology as the M-ILS, the M-IMS series of linear stages features a FEM optimized, aluminum extruded body as well as recirculating ball bearing slides
Lathe dedicated counter for DRO system
(March 2001)
Mitutoyo (UK)'s new KLL Counter has been introduced specifically to form part of a dedicated Digital Readout System for lathes
Vertical machining centre great value for money
(January 2001)
With rapid traverse rates of 40 m/min, acceleration of 6 m/sec2 and a range of spindle speeds up to 12,000 revs/min, the latest Bridgeport vertical machining centre will rank high on value for money
News on the KL Counter and AT115 linear scale from Mitutoyo (UK)
(October 2000)
A new Digital Readout system for lathes and electro-discharge machines enables any number of holes between two and 360 to be programmed with full angular offset automatically positioning the workpiece
Compact five-axis simultaneous machining
(June 2000)
The compact entry-level Mikron UCP 600 universal machining centre meets all the demands of exacting component machining including hardened steel, graphite or normal production materials