Emerson has introduced the new ASCOTM Series 148/149 safety valve and motorized actuator designed for industrial fuel oil burner recirculation and safety shutoff applications. The new solution provides a reliable, versatile tool for industrial users to prevent overpressure, leaks, and system malfunctions that can lead to health and safety incidents, with one configuration suited to…
Curtiss-Wright Exlar announces new Tritex EVA for oil & gas valve actuation
Curtiss-Wright’s Actuation Division announces that its new Exlar Tritex EVA electric valve actuator has achieved CSA Class 1, Division 2 (C1D2) Hazardous Location certification. It also outperformed American Oil & Gas producers’ expectations for rugged field test operations in Texas, Oklahoma, and New Mexico. The Tritex EVA answers the demand for an efficient, high-speed solution…
Show preview: What Emerson is exhibiting at PACK EXPO 2023
Technology, software, and engineering company Emerson will exhibit its Floor to Cloud packaging solutions at PACK EXPO Las Vegas, September 11-13, 2023. As the future of automation, Floor to Cloud solutions empower smarter packaging lines and more efficient processes that make it possible for manufacturers to continuously improve plant productivity, sustainability and safety. Visitors to South…
Rollon unveils TLS Series telescoping linear actuator
Rollon, a global manufacturer of linear motion and gantry systems, has introduced its TLS Series of telescoping linear actuators. The new series is designed to maximize productivity for applications where space is limited — especially for applications with minimal vertical clearance, such as between the machine and ceiling, or horizontally between machines. TLS telescoping actuators…
Motion Plus launches new Motus1 linear actuator family
Motion Plus, a marketplace for motion and control solutions, is excited to announce the release of the Motus1 (M1) industrial positioning actuator. This new addition brings a belt- and screw-driven industrial linear positioner for superior performance to Motion Plus’s already broad portfolio of in-stock, high-quality automation components. The M1 actuator delivers reliable motion control for…
Ewellix launches e-MOVEKIT to reduce design time for mobile machinery
Ewellix, which is owned by the Schaeffler Group, has introduced a new e-MOVEKIT to help designers and manufacturers of mobile machinery simplify the specification, assembly, and testing of electric linear actuation systems. The e-MOVEKIT has been developed in response to the growing trend towards electrification of motion systems in mobile and off-highway equipment. In particular,…
IFPE 2023 wrap-up: Ewellix’s new electric actuators for mobile applications
Ewellix launched a new generation of electric actuators at this year’s IFPE/Conexpo in Las Vegas. Designed specifically for use in mobile applications, from agricultural and construction machinery to lift platforms, the new actuators combine exceptional power-density with high levels of energy efficiency, position and motion control and repeatability. The first products to be released later…
IKO offers AutomationWare electric actuators for optimal positioning accuracy and control
With AutomationWare’s Mech Series E-actuators, engineers can obtain accurate, controllable movement for almost any performance and size requirement. The series features an advanced ball screw transmission system to handle a wide range of dynamic loads and speeds with exceptional thrust performance. The units come with integrated brushless or high-speed stepper motors and an integrated feedback…
Self-contained actuator for a variety of applications
Bosch Rexroth has expanded its range of standardized self-contained actuators by adding the CytroMotion system solution. With the help of the new compact actuator, linear movements involving forces of up to 110 kN can be achieved in a range of machines and systems in smaller spaces, more efficiently and more sustainably. These benefits can be…
Self-contained actuator for a variety of applications
Bosch Rexroth has expanded its range of standardized self-contained actuators by adding the CytroMotion system solution. With the help of the new compact actuator, linear movements involving forces of up to 110 kN can be achieved in a range of machines and systems in smaller spaces, more efficiently and sustainably. These benefits can be seen…
New encoder option for AMETEK Haydon Kerk Pittman’s 15000 series actuators
As a world leader in compact linear and rotary motion systems, AMETEK Haydon Kerk Pittman, a business unit of AMETEK, is pleased to announce its 15000 Series stepper motor linear actuator – known as the LC15/LE15 – is now available with an encoder option. Linear actuators in the 15000 Series are available in captive and…
Rollon’s enhanced Plus Series actuators
Combining sturdy construction, protective features, and high-performance characteristics for load, moment control, speed, and acceleration, the Plus System family features an anodized aluminum structure and steel-reinforced driving belt. All series are available with stainless steel elements for applications in harsh environments such as those subject to frequent washes. A dedicated set of accessories enables easy assembly when building high-performance…
New actuator for heavy loads from Bosch Rexroth
Bosch Rexroth’s electromechanical cylinders (EMCs) are now available in a high-force, high-precision, low-maintenance version – the EMC-HP. Designed for heavy loads up to 100 kN, the new actuators are robust, compact, and low-maintenance. Based on the reliable planetary screw drive, users will benefit from impressive continuous power even under harsh conditions. This is thanks to…
Voice coil actuator features high acceleration, zero cogging
A high force-to-size ratio is just one of the many features of Moticont’s GVCM-051-089-02 Linear Voice Coil Actuator with built-in bearing. Applying up to 66.4 N (14.9 lbs) of continuous force and 210 N (47.2 lbs) of peak force, this linear voice coil actuator or moving coil actuator features high speed, high acceleration/deceleration, and zero…
Rollon’s SMART SYSTEM belt actuators
Rollon has updated its SMART SYSTEM lineup of belt-driven linear actuators with a rugged new design that supports heavy loads and ensures low maintenance operation in automated manufacturing, packaging machines, and food and beverage equipment. The actuators have a self-sustaining anodized aluminum frame and a steel-reinforced driving belt, and they are engineered to provide stiffness…
Engineering the first all-electric compact track loader
Doosan Bobcat had a vision for designing and building an all-electric machine. Its team was looking for an all-electric actuator for its compact track loaders. The search led them to Moog, which has a history of converting hydraulic systems to electric ones. The result was the award-winning Bobcat T7X, which does not use hydraulic parts…
Heavy-duty joystick platform simplifies customization process
The JOYSCAPE platform for heavy-duty off-road and special-purpose vehicles and equipment found in agriculture, construction, mining and more platform features a robust, compact standard design base that can easily be customized with harsh environment control components to meet most any application requirements. RAFI integrates buttons, rocker switches, thumb joysticks and rotary encoders into JOYSCAPE joysticks…
How to keep a bullet train on target
Shinkansen Schematic w Sway System When the East Japan Railway Company was looking to improve the comfort and stability of its Shinkansen, or bullet trains, they reached out to precision control component manufacturer and integrator, Moog Inc. Moog provided electromechanical actuators (EMAs), planetary roller screws, and drive systems for the active sway control system of…
New P8 line of micro stepper actuators from Actuonix
The P8 line of micro stepper actuators from Actuonix is a new ultra-compact design. This unique new line of micro actuators enables a new generation of motion‐enabled product designs, with capabilities that have never before been combined in a device of this size. Stepper actuators are a superior alternative to designing your own push/pull mechanisms.…
Moticont now offering metric dimensioned linear voice coil motors
Moticont has added Metric dimensioned motors to their LVCM Series of linear voice coil actuators. An example is the miniature LVCM-022-013-01M Linear Voice Coil Actuator. At 22.2 mm (0.875 in.) in diameter and at mid-stroke just 20.7 mm (0.81 in.) long, this new metric miniature voice coil actuator has a continuous force of 4.0 N…
Moog adds Compact EAS to its Electrohydrostatic Actuation Systems family
Moog Industrial Group is adding the Compact EAS to its Electrohydrostatic Actuation System (EAS) product family for industrial machinery. EAS is intended for applications requiring high dynamics and power density, use programmable cycles and demand high levels of accuracy and repeatability. Testing machines for automobile components are one target application. In metalworking, examples include metal…
Thomson smart electric actuators in semi-trailer ramp application
The capacity of a 53-foot semi-trailer is roughly 3500 cubic feet, which is more than enough to carry the furnishings of two large houses. For those tasked with loading and unloading such vehicles, safe, reliable, and easy-to-operate loading ramps can be invaluable. And when those people are not professional movers but parents of marching band…
Southco expands line of rotary latch actuators
SOUTHCO has expanded its line of rotary latch actuators with a new version that combines keyless electronic locking with modern design. Southco’s AC-11-EM Rotary Latch Actuator with electronic locking functionality eliminates the need for mechanical key access when connected to a remote access controller, such as a key fob, or to an existing control system,…
ZE Series screw jack systems available with upgraded features
DieQua Corporation announces its new ZE Series from Zimm Screw Jack Systems with upgraded features that take Zimm’s already state-of-the-art screw jack to the next level. ZE, short for Zimm Evolution, represents the latest design features of their dynamic and proven screw jack platform. Zimm continues to revolutionize the classic jack design into a highly…
Southco actuator with integrated electronic lock/unlock functionality
Southco, Inc. has expanded its line of actuators with a keyless electronic version designed for rugged applications. Southco’s AC-10-EM Actuator with Electronic Lock/Unlock functionality eliminates the need for mechanical key access when connected to a remote access controller, such as a key fob, or to an existing control system, such as a button located within…