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Ceramic drive handles high acceleration

The PILine M-674 RodDrive consists of a rod-shaped runner moved and guided by PILine piezo linear motors pressed against it from two opposing sides.  Brochure available  

News from Lambda Photometrics ( 2 April 2008)

Tiny linear motor is faster and stronger

The tiny SQL-1.8 Squiggle motor travels as fast as 7mm/s and pushes axial loads of up to 30g - nearly 200 times its own weight of 0.16g.

News from New Scale Technologies ( 4 December 2007)

Tiny linear motor tolerates harsh environments

With very few parts and no gears, Squiggle motors are smaller, more precise, less expensive and more efficient than conventional electromagnetic motors.

News from Orlin Technologies (31 October 2007)

Linear motors provide two-axis movement

Philips' NForcer technology will allow designers to reduce the number of motors and electronic drive modules required in pick and place applications.

News from Philips Applied Technologies (16 October 2007)

Linear drives adjust for pitch

Once pitch is set on a Uhing drive, it remains constant regardless of the drive motor speed or other control settings.

News from Amacoil (11 October 2007)

Small positioning drive offers low cost

The MMV200 comes complete with motor, absolute encoder, power electronics, closed loop position controller and a fieldbus interface.

News from TR Controls (21 September 2007)

Actuators extend working life

The superior performance of the new ETV actuator is accomplished through the use of a high-quality C7 ballscrew, with a six-circuit nut instead of a three-circuit one.  Brochure available  

News from Parker Hannifin Electromechanical Automation ( 7 June 2007)

Compact slides suit travelling

Integrated motors and controllers allow T-LSR slides and T-LS stages to be daisy chained with other Zaber products.

News from Zaber Technologies ( 5 June 2007)

Actuators boost productivity and precision

LMA/LMAC actuators include dual sealed linear motion guide bearings and robust chain type cable management for a complete positioning solution.  Brochure available  

News from Aerotech (14 May 2007)

Linear motion guides reduce friction

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.  Brochure available  

News from SKF UK (16 April 2007)

Catalogue tells all on linear motors

Catalogue includes details of a wide range of linear motors and stages, a motor sizing guide, conversion tables for engineering units and linear motor FAQs.  Brochure available  

News from Baldor UK (16 April 2007)

Non-ball-retained linear drives

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.

News from Ondrives/Rino Industries ( 3 April 2007)

Distribution deal covers SMAC range

A new agreement allows LG Motion to sell and support the SMAC range, with its proprietary linear motor technology that allows programmable control of speed, position, and force.

News from LG Motion (22 March 2007)

US patent protects tiny linear motor

Patent covers latest design innovations that facilitate high-volume manufacturing and allow further miniaturisation of the world's smallest linear motor.

News from New Scale Technologies (20 March 2007)

Linear stages handle 20kg loads

Zaber's fastest and strongest precision linear stages, the T-LSR series can handle loads up to 20kg at speeds up to 20mm/s while maintaining 0.25um resolution.

News from Zaber Technologies (15 March 2007)

Rotary positioning stage gives precise positioning

The Anorad RDR-160 direct-drive rotary positioning stage has a compact design consisting of a brushless DC servomotor, a high-resolution optical encoder and a high accuracy angular contact bearing

News from Anorad UK ( 9 March 2007)

Chassis dynamometer systems gain new flexiblity

 User application article   Screwjacks enabled Cirrus Technologies to compete in the chassis dynamometer market for vehicles as varied as the Ford Ka and the F350 pick-up.

News from David Brown Engineering ( 5 March 2007)

XSlide bearing is inherently self cleaning

The new XSlide linear positioning stageis aimed at medium-precision applications in production, test and research applications where price and performance are important selection criteria.

News from LG Motion (16 February 2007)

Linear motion assembly allows gradual changes

A reciprocating linear motion assembly from Amacoil/Uhing enables the automatic increase or decrease of the travel distance on the fly, without requiring programming or electronic controls.

News from Amacoil ( 9 February 2007)

Linear motor offers full servo control

The QCI-L6 is a linear motor with full servo control which is ideal for high acceleration moves.

News from QuickSilver Controls (15 January 2007)

European distribution for ceramic motors

New Scale Technologies has appointed Cedrat Technologies to distribute its patented piezoelectric Squiggle motors in Europe.

News from New Scale Technologies (26 December 2006)

Software speeds rolling ring drive specification

Software quickly analyses linear motion application requirements and assures selection of the correct size Uhing rolling ring drive.

News from Amacoil (15 November 2006)

Linear motors are free from cogging

Linear motors feature ironless construction, which ensures complete freedom from cogging and magnetic attraction.

News from Anorad UK (23 October 2006)

Direct-drive stages promise smoother motion

Direct-drive rotary stages provide precise positional and velocity control in light to medium force applications.

News from Anorad UK ( 5 October 2006)

Wipers keep linear drives from overheating

Amacoil now offers a grease fitting option which attaches to the shaft wipers on Uhing rolling ring drive assemblies.

News from Amacoil ( 8 September 2006)

Brushless motor with an overall width of just 18mm

A thin yet powerful new linear motor from Anorad features an epoxy core to produce high performance with ultra smooth motion and zero cogging.

News from Anorad UK (21 July 2006)

Linear drive is even more versatile

The Amacoil/Uhing model RS linear drive now offers a wider range of linear pitch settings for improved versatility and functionality in meeting linear motion application requirements.

News from Amacoil (12 July 2006)

High volume low speed (HVLS) fan systems for HVAC

The cutting edge fan technology behind the MegaFan product combines the laws of physics with NASA inspired airfoil blade designs to achieve optimum energy efficiencies

News from ACPandD (27 June 2006)

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