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Linear bearings resist glass dust

 User application article   The all-steel slideway on the GV3 is three times stiffer than composite aluminium alternatives and this rugged construction makes it ideal for this type of heavy-duty application.  Brochure available  

News from HepcoMotion ( 1 May 2008)

Leadscrew actuators offer high accuracy

The body and carriages are made from 6082 T6 aluminium, while the leadscrew is 303 stainless steel with a TFE coating.

News from Ondrives/Rino Industries (23 April 2008)

Slides handle heavy loads

The HDS2 heavy duty slide system from HepcoMotion suits new markets in heavy materials handling that involve much larger X-Z gantry systems.  Brochure available  

News from HepcoMotion (22 April 2008)

Linear unit handles 500N jobs

The DryLin EasyTube linear unit can be used for adjustment tasks up to 150N in vertical applications or 500N when installed horizontally.  Brochure available  

News from Igus UK (16 April 2008)

Rail system provides precise positioning

The Linear Rail System consists of a stationary base with a load bearing carriage that travels along a custom-extruded wear resistant aluminium rail.

News from Haydon Motion Europe ( 1 April 2008)

Electromechanical steering improves handling

 User application article   The electric motor becomes active only at the moment when steering motion is initiated, removing the need for pumps and feeds.  Brochure available  

News from Schaeffler (UK) (20 March 2008)

Quick delivery for stainless-steel ballscrews

The stainless steel offers corrosion resistance that is more environmentally friendly than most corrosion resistant coatings.

News from TPA The Precision Alliance (18 March 2008)

Ball screw drives feature high-strength table

The KVD ball screw drive has rugged construction of extruded anodised aluminium, with an optional ball or trapezoidal screw drive and a guide on four linear bearings.

News from Ondrives/Rino Industries (11 March 2008)

Lightweight guides provide accuracy boost

The Kwem-MKS linear guide has a metal end piece, which makes the unit suitable for high-temperature environments or for applications with high dynamic forces.  Brochure available  

News from Schaeffler (UK) (28 February 2008)

Linear motion system suit parallel installation

The Utilitrak design compensates for mounting errors and does not require absolute parallelism for accurate operation.  Brochure available  

News from HepcoMotion (27 February 2008)

Drawer slides resist vehicle vibrations

If the drawer slides on a fire engine don't work perfectly lives can be put at risk.

News from GSF (26 February 2008)

Screw jacks give direction to nuclear research

 User application article   Part of the channelling process of the ISIS neutron source is controlled by a reliable linear actuation mechanism based on screw jacks provided by Power Jacks.  Brochure available  

News from Power Jacks (19 February 2008)

Cantilever axes provide precise positioning

Axes are based on an open platform design that allows OEMs and system integrators to use either a Festo servo or stepper motor, or the motor and controller of their choice.  Brochure available  

News from Festo (12 February 2008)

Aluminium rails support shower production

 User application article   Soon after the completion of the work of re-equipping its factory with manufacturing cells based on Rexroth products, Aqualisa is already reporting productivity and efficiency gains of around 20%.

News from Bosch Rexroth - Linear Motion and Assembly (11 February 2008)

Legacy products replaced or upgraded

Power Jacks can replace or upgrade a wide range of screw jacks, linear actuators and bevel gearboxes originally supplied with brand names other than its own.  Brochure available  

News from Power Jacks (11 February 2008)

Overcoming the limitations of ballscrews

Abssac reckons its satellite roller screws offer formidable advantages in the linear technology sector.  Brochure available  

News from Abssac ( 7 February 2008)

Linear elements handle high loads

HepcoMotion's linear driving packages are custom engineered to individual specifications and are supported by extensive before and after sales service.  Brochure available  

News from HepcoMotion ( 5 February 2008)

Linear motion components suit OEMs and end users

Utilitrak is suitable for running two systems in parallel where one slide uses DualVee guide wheels and other MadeWell crowned rollers.  Brochure available  

News from HepcoMotion ( 4 February 2008)

Systems service provides linear motion expertise

The HepcoMotion MCS aluminium framework system forms a chassis onto which is mounted any combination of its linear motion products.  Brochure available  

News from HepcoMotion (30 January 2008)

X-Y stages offer 150nm repeatability

Alio X-Y stages have a choice of linear servomotors or ceramic servomotors with Renishaw tape scale, Invar scale and or RLE Laser closed loop position.

News from Micromech (29 January 2008)

Apprentice wins recognition at HepcoMotion

The Western region of the Apprentice of the Year competition now comprises Somerset as well as Devon and Cornwall.  Brochure available  

News from HepcoMotion ( 8 January 2008)

More options in linear motion

Abssac reckons it has one of the largest linear product ranges on the market.  Brochure available  

News from Abssac ( 8 January 2008)

New plant expands ballscrew capacity

Decision to extend the existing factory was taken after five years of double-digit percentage growth and increasing workflow problems.

News from Steinmeyer (14 December 2007)

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