Dave Wilson, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Linear Slides",
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 Hydraulic platforms handle huge aircraft from
Bosch Rexroth - Hydraulics, which we summarised at the time by saying "Electroimpact awarded Bosch Rexroth a contract for the complete hydraulic systems to operate the total of 16 hydraulic platforms needed for two wing jigs".
A couple of weeks before,
we featured the news release Website receives motion control upgrade from
Total Motion Systems: "Total Motion Systems' (TMS) website now shows its complete range of products and services for the motion control industry".
In November 2007, we covered the news from HepcoMotion
concerning its GV3 System
- take a look at Linear slides keep guitar stings turning
which says: "The winding machines that produce Rotosound guitar strings have always used linear slides from HepcoMotion, from Generation I to the new GV3 System".
Take a look also at the news release from Micromech, Composite slides offer the strength of steel,
as well as Compact slides suit travelling from Zaber Technologies,
and Understanding video metrology from OGP UK.
See also:
Aluminium profiles aid diabetic screening
(April 2007)
Rexroth's MGE modular profile assembly system is applicable to enclosures, special and series machinery and ESD-capable systems
News on the LWL series linear slides from Ondrives/Rino Industries
(April 2007)
The most popular product in Ondrives' range is the LWL series which is non-ball-retained in stainless steel, offering easy handling and maintenance, smooth operation and low noise
Linear slides feature precision design
(February 2007)
Four-point-contact two-row raceway compact linear slides offer high load capacities with a maximum speed of 3m/s
Joystick controls motion range
(January 2007)
Programmable joystick makes motion control flexible and intuitive
Leadscrew and slide combine in compact package
(November 2006)
Range of screw driven linear slides offers high linear speed, accurate positioning and long life in a compact assembly
Hydraulic upgrade boosts productivity
(October 2006)
Linear slide manufacturer Accuride is benefiting from improved manufacturing productivity, enhanced reliability, reduced chemical consumption and faster startup
News on the Pneumatically operated linear slides from Bosch Rexroth - Pneumatics
(August 2006)
Pneumatically operated linear slides simplify the design and construction of a new pressure testing machine produced by hydraulic testing expert Curtis Assemble and Test
Tall tale of record-breaking Chinese CMM
(June 2006)
A 7.3m-high co-ordinate measuring machine built for Beijing Space Authority to measure satellites may be the tallest CMM in the world
Linear guides suit automotive applications
(June 2006)
A new range of linear slides and guides is designed for use in on- and off-road vehicles
Profile systems are easy to source and easy to use
(May 2006)
The MayTec product range covers simple applications such as machine safety guards and workbenches through to complex systems for machine frames, conveyor systems and linear slides
Linear technology moves into new sectors
(March 2006)
Although the manufacturing sector is the principal market for HepcoMotion, its superior ability to guide, push, pull and lift loads has also found favour in other sectors too
Two-axis gantry ensures precision laser welding
(December 2005)
Item's modular Building Kit System has won over many admirers in the field of innovative laser applications in recent years
Smaller might be better for trade shows
(December 2005)
Rising costs and dwindling attendances at national exhibitions are forcing companies to reconsider whether spending a large chunk of their marketing budgets on such events can still be justified
Linear slides survive caustic washdown
(November 2005)
FreeSlide linear slides were designed around a pharmaceutical application which required FDA/USDA compliance, easy adjustment and simple installation
More options in machine construction
(November 2005)
Item continues to expand its aluminium machine construction system with the latest six-monthly batch of new products now available from Machine Building Systems
Linear slides build complete multi-axis systems
(October 2005)
SKF Engineering Products has a comprehensive range of compact linear slides for use in a wide range of handling, positioning and linear motion applications
Catalogue includes linear motion components
(August 2005)
There is an extensive range of linear motion parts available in the 2005 Ondrives mechanical drive components catalogue
Software speeds component specification
(July 2005)
Item has developed stand-alone software, available free from Machine Building Systems, that allows users to easily search by either product description or part numbers
Compact compound tables keep motors inside
(March 2005)
A new line of space-saver compound tables from Micromech consist of two linear guides from the Isel LF5 series that are accurately connected by two ground steel plates
Website slides into view
(January 2005)
Telescopic slide manufacturer Widney UK has a new website for 2005, with comprehensive coverage of all its products and downloadable 3D CAD models and PDF files
Flexible configuration ballscrew-drive actuators
(December 2004)
Isel ballscrew-driven LF series linear actuators are available in three sizes, two of which have a twin bearing rails/carriages
Mechanical help for steppers and servos
(December 2004)
Total Motion Systems can supply a range of mechanical equipment to complement its stepper and servomotor systems
Read all about linear motion products
(October 2004)
A new 176-page linear motion products catalogue features more than 1100 components to make it a lot more affordable to design and build automated production, inspection or testing machinery
Revolutionary claims for linear bearings
(August 2004)
Compact Rail is an innovative linear bearing that Widney reckons is revolutionising the industry
Linear motion slides go for gold
(August 2004)
LM76 Linear Motion has released its new line of Gold Series linear motion slides
Feedback finds backlash-free motion control
(May 2004)
When Feedback Instruments was looking for components for its digital pendulum control system, the company approached Reliance Gear Co
Slide system permits measurement in microns
(March 2004)
The UK's leading measuring tape manufacturer, Fisco Tools Limited, has used a Hepco slide system in an instrument to check tape measure accuracy to within +/-20 microns
Linear slide tables take position in range
(July 2003)
In a move to further develop its range of automation solutions Norgren has announced the launch of a new range of linear slide tables
Monorails help raise precision grinding output 20%
(June 2003)
When engineers at the Barden wanted to increase throughput and accuracy for a grinding operation, the result was an all-new machine using a pair of RUE 25 D FE monorail guidance systems
Swiss precision for linear guides
(January 2003)
Now available from Micromech is a new range of high quality, long life, excellent wearing and low profile, linear guide ways and carriages
Expert advice on automation
(March 2002)
OEMs and machine builders have a new source of independent advice to help solve control and automation problems, with the introduction of the Routeco 'Expert Automation' team
Bearing life extended from two weeks to one year
(February 2002)
A change of ball rail system on Hermes Abrasives purpose-built abrasive belt joining machine has cut maintenance costs by 90%
News on the Linear slides from Unimatic Engineers
(September 2001)
Antiques of the future are being created with precision engineering components in the Chambers of Mark Strachen QC at the Inns of Court, the very centre of the British justice system
Timing belt reversing units for linear slides
(August 2001)
Reversing units are now available in the Item range of machine building products for use with 50mm wide timing belts, designed for the larger linear slide drive mechanisms