February 18, 2025 Servo systems depend on closed-loop feedback motor control to determine the rotor’s position at any given moment. The drive uses this motor feedback loop to properly commutate the motor phases, precisely controlling its torque, position and speed according to the application requirements. When encoders fail Although encoders are generally highly accurate and…
February 18, 2025 Eaton is investing CA$15 million to expand manufacturing capacity in Canada to meet growing demand as a result of the electrification of the country’s economy. These investments will expand Eaton’s low-voltage manufacturing footprint by 20%, increasing its ability to produce the switchboards, switchgear and panelboards needed to support Canada’s electrified future. With…
February 13, 2025 NEO Battery Materials Ltd., a low-cost silicon anode materials developer that enables longer-running, rapid-charging lithium-ion batteries, is pleased to announce the launch of an advanced high-performance silicon anode product called NBMSiDE® P-300 with breakthrough battery capacity. Alongside its core focus on electric vehicles and electronics, NEO is expanding its strategic downstream focus to…
February 13, 2025 Rockwell and NEO will collaborate on automation solutions Rockwell Automation, Inc., one of the world’s largest companies dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, is pleased to work with Toronto, Ontario-based silicon anode active materials company, NEO Battery Materials. The collaboration aims to deliver solutions to aid the battery material manufacturer on its…
February 13, 2025 Networked motor control center technology accelerates ROI, productivity, savings & safety. Rockwell Automation has seen manufacturers around the globe investing billions of dollars in smart manufacturing and production plants. Industry experts project the demand for smart factories will double by 2032 to $322 billion because of the increased return on investment. At the heart…
February 12, 2025 OPINION By Swathi Mohan, Founder of Leanacle Inc. I was standing backstage at a company townhall, running through my talking points, but my mind was elsewhere. Will they be engaged? Will they relate to what I’m saying? What if I lose them halfway through? The more I thought about it, the more anxious…
February 12, 2025 POSITAL has introduced a new series of IXARC rotary encoders designed for applications where high shaft loadings may be encountered. With heavy-duty housings and shaft bearings, these units are designed to withstand radial shaft loads of up to 350 N (80 pounds) and axial loads as high as 250 N (56 pounds),…
February 12, 2025 Higher resolution opens possibilities in new application areas POSITAL has enhanced its IXARC family of incremental magnetic encoders, increasing the maximum resolution to 32,768 pulses per revolution (PPR). This upgrade includes new phasing options, offering a choice of wider index (Z) pulses, making it easier to replicate the features of older encoders…
February 11, 2025 In robotics, a subsystem refers to a distinct functional unit within a robot, each responsible for specific tasks that contribute to the robot’s overall operation. Understanding these subsystems is crucial for designing, analyzing, and optimizing robotic systems. This guide delves into the primary subsystems commonly found in robots, detailing their components and…
February 11, 2025 When Google DeepMind wanted a robot hand for their latest project in AI machine learning, they turned to Shadow Robot. This latest creation isn’t just one of the most sensitive and dexterous robotic hands yet created, but it’s sufficiently robust to endure impacts that have destroyed previous designs. Throughout human history, the…
February 11, 2025 As demand for its premium coffee continues to grow, Nespresso sought an automated solution to streamline order handling, including complex, multi-blend requests. Working through Nespresso’s 3PL partner, ID Logistics, ABB delivered a cutting-edge robotic system that adapts to changing demands, achieving: With first-line training provided for IDL’s staff, the system not only…
February 11, 2025 The challenge Swiss coffee brand Nespresso, renowned for its premium reputation, prides itself on its high-quality customer experience. As part of its continued investment in delivering excellent customer satisfaction, the company needed an automation system which could accurately handle complex orders and provide the flexibility to meet fluctuations in demand. The solution…
February 11, 2025 As automotive manufacturing continues to grow, with North American production projected to increase by 5% annually through 2031, manufacturers are under pressure to optimize workflows, reduce costs, and enhance efficiency. To stay competitive in 2025, they need flexible industrial automation solutions that can adapt to evolving production needs and enable smarter operations….
February 11, 2025 Discover the future of motion control. This video explores how integrated drive technology (IDT) from Harmonic Drive is revolutionizing the precision motion control industry. Watch as they demonstrate key features of our advanced actuators and how your industrial automation projects can benefit from them. Packed with features, IDT actuators are your last…
February 11, 2025 Harmonic Drive® strain wave gearing utilizes a unique operating principle which is based upon the elastic mechanics of metals. The greatest benefits are the zero-backlash characteristics and the weight and space savings compared to other gears because our gear mechanism consists of only three basic parts. They are the: Wave Generator, Flexspline…
February 11, 2025 WRP Series – Wall Rack Cabinet Inner Panel The WRP Series is the latest wall rack cabinet inner panel from Hammond Manufacturing. An inner panel allows for the secure attachment of non-rack mounting network and IT equipment, as well as cable management accessories, inside the cabinet. This helps improve airflow, optimize space…