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Actuators to help cut NOx at Drax
Jordan electric linear actuators have been selected for the operation of specialised dampers at the centre of an environmental upgrade project at the Drax Power Station in Yorkshire.
News from Rotork Exeeco, Nov 19, 2004
Hybrid actuators live long and prosper
Hybrid Size 17 and 23 linear actuators from Haydon Switch and Instrument use a nut with molded thermoplastic threads inside a metallic shell that extends actuator life beyond one million cycles.
News from Servotechnic, Nov 18, 2004
Linear-motor-driven gantry is lower cost solution
Gantry-style x-y positioning systems based on linear brushless servomotors and linear-motion-guide bearing technologies provide a cost effective single-source solution machine builders.
News from Aerotech, Nov 1, 2004
Shaft motor takes a new approach to actuation
Shaft motors are a new generation of actuators based on a very simple construction.
News from Micromech, Oct 27, 2004
Product CD features complete range
A new product CD contains full details on the current lineup of products from Servotechnic.
News from Servotechnic, Oct 27, 2004
Sweet solution to a sticky situation
A high speed reciprocating cutter based on a Hoerbiger-Origa servo actuator has completed 2.5 years of trouble-free operation on Trebor Bassett's nougat production line.
News from Hoerbiger-Origa, Oct 25, 2004
Novel actuator to to boost engine efficiency
Camcon Technology has signed a licence agreement with Powertrain for inclusion of its technology in a joint programme known as "Intelligent Valve Actuation" (IVA).
News from Camcon Technology, Oct 21, 2004
Linear actuators come with end-of-stroke sensors
Servotechnic now offers an optional solid-state end-of-stroke sensor for its entire line of Haydon Switch hybrid linear actuators.
News from Servotechnic, Oct 21, 2004
Linear actuator provides positional feedback
The Haydon Switch size 14 hybrid linear actuator is now available with a specifically designed encoder for applications that require feedback.
News from Servotechnic, Oct 14, 2004
Compact actutor offers remote control
The latest compact design DC linear actuator from Firgelli Automations comes with remote control options.
News from Firgelli Automations, Oct 6, 2004
High force from captive linear actuator
A size 14 high force captive linear actuator is the latest addition to the growing Haydon Switch hybrid motor line from Servotechnic.
News from Servotechnic, Oct 6, 2004
Actuators provide precise linear motion
Roh'lix linear actuators from Zero-Max convert rotary motion to linear travel and carry loads at speeds up to 1.78m/s depending on size.
News from Zero-Max, Oct 5, 2004
Linear actuators boast increased thrust
The HSI line of linear actuators available from Servotechnic provides both a broader range and, for a given size, significantly higher thrust than previously available from mini-steppers.
News from Servotechnic, Sep 17, 2004
Motion control technologies that can save lives
Moog has a long history providing hydraulic and all-electric motion bases for flight simulation and remains on the forefront of new technology that is re-energising the industry.
News from Moog Controls, Sep 16, 2004
Catalogue brings automation products together
PHD has just released its newly updated main product catalogue for 2005.
News from PHD, Sep 14, 2004
Rotary stage boasts "best-in-class" accuracy
The ARA125 tangent rotary stage combines noncontact direct drive technology with a very low profile for demanding manufacturing, production and inspection alignment applications.
News from Aerotech, Sep 13, 2004
Actuator belts along with a heavy load
A new modular belt-driven linear actuator for heavy duty applications will compete with rack and pinion drives as much as other actuators.
News from Hoerbiger-Origa, Sep 10, 2004
Small claims for hybrid linear actuator
Haydon Switch and Instrument (HSI) has added a size 11 noncaptive linear actuator to its growing hybrid motor line.
News from Haydon Switch and Instrument, Sep 7, 2004
Forceful case for nanopositioners
Nanopositioning specialist Physik Instrumente has introduced a new series of piezo-driven linear actuators - the Pica-Stack range.
News from Lambda Photometrics, Sep 3, 2004
Actuators offer ergonomic furniture solutions
SKF Linear Motion has developed a complete range of actuators aimed at manufacturers of ergonomic furniture solutions.
News from SKF UK, Sep 1, 2004
Scanning stages exceed stringent specifications
Motorised scanning stages from Prior have always had a reputation for quality and reliability and now the company reckons it is delivering the proof with every one.
News from Prior Scientific, Aug 30, 2004
Cutting machine upgrade boosts kitchen throughput
A touch-screen-operated motion control system, linked to a servo-driven actuator, is enhancing the performance of a cutting machine employed by one of the country's major fitted kitchen makers.
News from Festo, Aug 26, 2004
Components of change
Bob Love of THK UK suggests that by integrating different technologies, such as linear motion guides and motors, component suppliers can provide OEMs with an important competitive advantage.
News from THK UK, Aug 19, 2004
Even dressing requires smooth motion
An even coating of a ceramic die dressing is the key to the consistent production of perfect cast iron cylinder liners for engine blocks at GKN Sheepbridge Stokes in Chesterfield.
News from Hoerbiger-Origa, Aug 17, 2004
Special delivery
Bob Love, Assistant Branch Manager at THK, examines the market forces behind the recent emergence of packaged linear motion solutions.
News from THK UK, Aug 17, 2004
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