Mazak further expanded its machine tool technology portfolio with the debut of an all-new line of SYNCREX Swiss-style machines at the company’s DISCOVER 2021 event. With Mazak’s well-known performance and quality, the extremely precise SYNCREX models feature seven, eight and nine-axis configurations and are optimized for high-production of small parts.
ElectroCraft, Inc., a global fractional horsepower motor and motion solutions provider, recently released a NEMA23 frame size to add to the ElectroCraft AxialPower Enhanced Series Stepper Linear Actuator product line.
Schmalz is expanding the FXP/FMP large-area gripper series with intelligent functions and an IO-Link communication interface. This allows the universal gripper to supply important data for process monitoring to the smartphone, the cloud or the higher-level controller.
Dynamic applications such as distance measurement and positioning in storage and retrieval machines or shuttle cars require a high measuring rate. The new R1000 distance sensor with Pulse Ranging Technology (PRT) is suitable for high-precision distance measurement.
AutomationDirect has added Molex pendant switches with quick connectors designed to provide reliable unmounted hand control of various systems using ON/OFF actuation. These switches are perfect for applications with demanding conditions…
Position and motion sensor specialist POSITAL has announced new models of its popular IXARC rotary encoders with housings that are only 27 mm long. This reduced length, combined with a diameter of only 36 mm, means that these super-compact devices are ideal for tight spaces.
IKO International has unveiled its newest crossed roller bearing — the CRBT105A. This ultra-small, ultra-thin unit is designed to provide exceptional rigidity for space-constrained automated machine designs.
Regardless of whether the set-up operation must be monitored safely, protection via speed limitation is needed or a safety gate is released after detection of standstill – the speed and standstill monitor UH 5947 of the SAFEMASTER S series is the right choice for your application.
Roboze has equipped its flagship 3D printer – the ARGO 500 – with an advanced B&R automation solution. The printer integrates additive manufacturing into the industrial production workflow with repeatable high precision and full process control.
Electromate Inc., a major Canadian Distributor of Precision Robotic & Mechatronic Solutions, recently announced a partnership with Mecademic, a Montreal based premier manufacturer of the world’s smallest, most compact, and precise industrial robots.
When it’s time to specify a rotary motor for a space-constrained assembly, size and weight will factor into your decision. After all, you’ll want to get the best motor performance possible for the available space, and you’ll also want trouble-free integration into the system.
AutomationDirect has added new ProSense CLC series conductive liquid level controllers to their line of quality level sensors and controllers. The CLC series level controllers detect and control levels of conductive liquids in dual-probe pump-up and/or pump-down applications.
IKO International has introduced the CR…BSE Series of imperial cam followers, offering machine designers a versatile, reliable way to convert rotary motion to linear motion. Designed to resolve the main factors that can cause bearing failure, these heavy-duty cam followers feature two IKO innovations.
The decentralized FIEPOS field power supplies with high protection classes IP54, IP65 or IP67 were developed for flexible use directly in the field. The efficient 300W and 500W field power supplies fit in a very robust and compact housing.
Milling, countersinking or micro-cutting ─ the intelligent iTENDO toolholder has already proven its benefit in numerous applications. Now its successor is being launched on the market: the iTENDO2 is more compact, more powerful and offers significantly more possibilities for applications.
Universal Robots (UR) is changing the face of manufacturing with its collaborative robot arms, or “cobots”, available in Canada from Advanced Motion & Controls Ltd. Cobots are boosting output and quality across a broad variety of industries, while increasing production flexibility and improving employee health and safety.