Bison announces the issuance of a patent for its revolutionary RAM Reverse Air Movement Blower Motor. This cutting-edge invention, spearheaded by Senior Director of Technology, David Finkenbinder, overcomes the performance shortcomings of traditional thru-flow air blower motors through its novel design. RAM technology is poised to transform various air moving applications, catering to industries that…

AutomationDirect has added more WEG Electric S series premium efficiency motors to its expanding portfolio of AC motors. This addition includes several general-purpose 3-phase motors from 1-1/2 to 20hp and 3-phase brake motors from 3 to 20hp. The new rolled steel motors are available with speeds of 1200, 1800, and 3600 rpm, while brake motors…

The world’s only electrostatic motor company C-Motive Technologies Inc. recently unveiled its new motor technology platform at the Rockwell Automation Fair in Boston. C-Motive’s exhibition at the Automation Fair was the largest display of electrostatic motors yet, with three different demonstration displays showcasing the motors’ use in various applications. Electrostatic motors eliminate nearly all critical…

AutomationDirect recently added the EQP Global SD severe duty motors from Toshiba. The Toshiba EQP SD series motors are designed to withstand the most severe conditions. Since most AC motor failures are a result of failed bearings, these inverter-duty motors feature oversized 300-series bearings for maximum motor longevity. The Toshiba EQP SD series motors are…

ABB during the 2023 EASA Convention, June 25-27, at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in National Harbor, Maryland, to meet with experts, view innovative solutions, and learn how selecting the right motor is critical to the success of your application or process. The full lineup of ABB solutions at this year’s conference includes:…

Traco Power’s new 30 / 65 W TPI line of compact open frame ac/dc power supplies are cost-optimized for price sensitive industrial, automation and IoT applications. The TPI 30 and TPI 65 products feature: -40° C ~ +85° C operation Rated full load to +60C, convection cooled up to 94% efficiency 120-130% peak load (5…

Polygon Co.’s Double Insulation Dielectric Composite Tubing is used for electric motor applications. Polygon Tube double insulation tubing is customizable to an individual application’s needs, thus ensuring the highest possible quality and greatest safety benefit in each individual motor design. Used as a sleeve within the armatures of electric motors, Polygon Tube double insulation tubing…

Single Phase Power Solutions now sells a 75 hp single-phase electric motor to power industrial equipment such as pumps, conveyors, grain dryers, and many types of industrial or commercial machinery. The Belle Single-Phase Motor uses Written-Pole technology to deliver 75 hp single-phase operation right off of single-phase utility services. The utility-friendly starting and operating characteristics…

NK Technologies has released the AGT-FD Series, new ground fault sensors that detect faults to earth from 0 mA to 100 mA and produce an output signal of 0–10 VDC in proportion to the amount of current passing to ground. The output is equal to the RMS value of the earth leakage. The AGT’s sensing…

These stainless steel motors meet the extreme environment needs of the food and beverage industry. Food Safe motors have smooth contours and sealing that exceeds IP69K for water to maximize motor life in high pressure, sanitary cleaning environments. The high ingress protection rated enclosures offer fully encapsulated windings, sealing the motor inside and out. Combined…

The Industrial Internet of Things presents manufacturing managers with a conundrum. Most food manufacturing and processing plants have motors powering essential equipment such as mixers, conveyors and packaging machines. These motors are just motors and do not play in the same league as the other intelligent or IoT enabled devices in their factories. With years…

AutomationDirect’s IronHorse line of general purpose three-phase motors now includes the MTRP-series 56HC-frame premium efficiency motors available from 1 hp to 3 hp. The rolled steel motors are available in 1800 and 3600 RPM models and feature 4:1 constant torque and 10:1 variable torque speed ranges, TEFC frames, cast aluminum end bells and removable mounting…

As of the beginning of 2016, Dunkermotoren is providing its customers the possibility to order Dunkermotoren products online. With the Dunkershop it is now easier for both businesses and private customers to order products from Dunkermotoren. The products offered in the Dunkershop include brushless and brushed DC motors, AC motors, venetian blind motors as well…

HTI Technology, Inc. is pleased to announce that it has acquired Klauber Machine & Gear, Co. on June 1, 2016. This acquisition will combine HTI Technology’s expertise in AC and DC motor and drives systems with Klauber’s technology and market leadership in AC and DC gear motors. The companies’ complementary technology and market capabilities will…

The NiQ, an energy-saving motor for cool air distribution in evaporators and for cooling in condensers, is the logical advanced development of the proven iQ motor series from ebm-papst. The EC motor features an impressive efficiency improvement and optimized costs. It is even suitable for use in the food sector. Conventional shaded-pole motors have long since…

AMETEK, Inc. has announced that it has completed two acquisitions: Brookfield Engineering, the world’s leading manufacturer of viscometers and rheometers, and ESP/SurgeX, a leader in energy intelligence and power protection solutions. Brookfield Engineering Brookfield offers a complete range of viscometers and rheometers as well as instrumentation to analyze texture and powder flow. Its products are…

Bonfiglioli Riduttori S.p.A., a global designer and manufacturer of gearmotors, drive systems and planetary gearboxes, announces the addition of a servo inverter series, ANG Active Next Generation, which provides higher performance for machine builders. With this new servo inverter series, Bonfiglioli offers the broadest connectivity with the most advanced control technology and the highest power…

KNF Neuberger announces the expansion of their micro diaphragm gas sampling pump line, with the launch of NMS 030, featuring two internally connected pump heads, deep ultimate vacuum to 24 in. Hg, a flow rate of 12 L/min, and adjustable control. With the addition of NMS 030, the standard performance of the KNF micro air/gas…

HTI Technology, Inc. is pleased to announce that it has acquired American Control Electronics, LLC. This acquisition will combine HTI Technology’s expertise in AC and DC motor technology and powered mechanism capabilities with American Control Electronics’ technology and market leadership in DC and AC electronic motor drives and controls, including both Minarik Drives and American…

Zero-Max Overhung Load Adaptors protect shaft seals in hydraulic systems. They provide an intermediate mounting platform between a motor and pump to absorb both internal and external stress conditions in a hydraulic system. Designed to provide an extra layer of protection to hydraulic actuated functions, Overhung Load Adaptors prevent shaft seal breakdown, a condition often…

Designed for rugged applications and those that require a light source with hazardous location ratings, NEW EF1A flood lights are well-suited to handle applications in oil & gas, water treatment, chemical plants, painting booths and more! With UL Class I, Zone 1 approval and a 4X rating, the EF1A series can be used in harsh…

Yes, it could happen thanks to research into the additive manufacturing of electrical steel, copper conductors, and motor dielectrics. Leland Teschler, Executive Editor, Design World Examine the inside…

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Dallas-based Orion Fans, a division of Knight Electronics and a leading manufacturer of standard and custom AC and DC fans, fan trays and accessories, has developed a thermally-controlled series of DC fans designed for electric vehicle (EV) battery cooling applications. The smart fans reduce power consumption by up to 30%, as the thermal controller increases…

Dallas-based Orion Fans, a division of Knight Electronics and a leading manufacturer of standard and custom AC and DC fans, fan trays and accessories, has developed a series of thermally-controlled AC and DC fans for cooling solid state lighting. The smart fans deliver high airflow to help prevent premature LED component failure due to excessive…

There is growing interest in hybrid-electric vehicles and OEMs are developing hybrid electric vehicles on a number of different platforms including cars, trucks, boats and construction equipment. When it comes to choosing a motor for the powertrain, the choice is often between either an induction motor or a permanent magnet AC motor. This webinar looks…