Enfield Technologies introduces the Enfinity(R) System for advanced proportional control. This system comprises Enfield Technologies’ M2 pneumatic control valve and C2 controller. The M2 is an instrument-grade, proportional, directional control pneumatic valve that is designed for high performance. This valve utilizes a specialized linear force motor, as opposed to a traditional proportional solenoid. The M2’s […]
Components
DECo Unveils New Technology for Hermetically Sealing Circuit Boards
RANDOLPH, N.J. – Douglas Electrical Components (DECo) launches a new solution for hermetically sealing a variety of circuit board styles, including flex, rigid and hybrid circuits. Ideal for high-volume applications with certain space constraints or weight requirements, hermetically sealed circuit boards allow for increased conductor density, while providing a smaller, lighter and less expensive solution. […]
UTAdvanced™ Hybrid Controller from Yokogawa
Newnan, GA – Yokogawa Corporation of America announces a new addition to their temperature controller product line, the UTAdvanced™ Hybrid Controller. The UTAdvanced Hybrid Controller takes the superior PID control that Yokogawa is known for and combines it with a new, standard, no cost, embedded ladder sequence control. The new feature supports 84 ladder commands, […]
Tolomatic’s New SmartActuator Series
HAMEL, MN – The ICR Basic rod-style actuator is the first model in Tolomatic’s new SmartActuator series of compact, all-in-one linear actuators (integrated servomotor, drive, controller and actuator) that simplifies motion control for industrial applications. At half the price of other integrated or traditional full servo linear actuator devices, the SmartActuator series is built-to-order and […]
Linear Voice Coil Housed Actuator from BEI Kimco Magnetics
VISTA, CA – BEI Kimco Magnetics has announced the immediate availability of the new Linear Voice Coil Housed Actuator. The new actuator features self-alignment of the coil and the unit’s integral magnet assembly in a fully encapsulated enclosure. Integrated AMP connector and shaft further simplify OEM installation. Suitable uses include a variety of industrial applications […]
Free One Hour Educational Webinar from Thomson
WOOD DALE, IL – On June 17, 2009, Thomson is presenting a free, live educational webinar – Electric Linear Actuators 101: Basics for Design Engineers. The latest in a series of regular webinars on the application of linear motion technology from Thomson, Electric Linear Actuators 101 is designed for mechanical motion design engineers at all […]
Schneeberger’s P3 Linear Motor Actuator
Schneeberger Inc. announces the P3 linear motor actuator. The P3 is a robust, linear motor stage designed for the automation, packaging, paper converting and semiconductor industries. Features and benefits include: • High speed and acceleration. “up to 5 m/s @ 10g” • Integrated coil / carriage for optimized thermal performance • 2 encoder options allowing […]
Size Matters for Small Actuators
Length, depth, and width are only part of the size story when choosing small actuators for an application. Knowledge of how smaller scaled components affects operation will ensure you make the right choice for your application. Ballscrew actuators move accurately and smoothly, and accelerate quickly. Factors such as load capacity, operation speed, stroke length, environment, […]
Linear Actuators from Haydon Kerk
The 25mm diameter version of the G4 Canstack Linear Actuator product line features optimized teeth geometry and neodymium magnets. With 20% higher output force across the entire speed range compared with previous designs, the G4 also contains the latest custom engineered plastic molded threads and an over-sized spline. Larger bearings enable greater rotor support and […]
Clutches and Actuators Ensure a Smooth Ride on China’s Great Wheel
In Beijing, China, plans are underway to build the Great Wheel of China. The giant Ferris Wheel should be completed later this year. It will stand 680 ft high (208 m), which is more than 130 ft (40 m) taller than the current highest wheel in Singapore. The wheel will have 48 air-conditioned carriages that […]