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Festo to introduce several tools and products at Semicon West 2016
The variety of solutions, designed to lower engineering overhead and bring machines to market faster, include motion control solutions, handling guides and mobile app resources for automation. -
Dispelling the Myths Surrounding Linear Guidance Systems
By Bob Love, Schaeffler UK Linear systems are a key part of production machinery and plant automation. If your linear systems are not providing the low friction movements they should be, you will strain your motors and drive systems, which will increase bearing loads and reduces component life. -
Lenze introduces EASY Product Finder online search tool
The EASY Product Finder is designed for machine designers and engineers to explore and specify Lenze engineered power drive, automation and motion control solutions. -
Emerson motors chosen for Thai retail distribution center
Sirayooth looked to limit risk by selecting motors for their compressor systems from a reliable manufacturer. It was decided that a number of Leroy-Somer IMfinity 2 motors in the power range of 9 to 250kW were the ideal fit. -
Hexapod & Drone: Industrial & research applications for motion simulation
Available in a variety of sizes with bases ranging from 100mm to 1m, different stiffness configurations, and supportive of loads from 2 kg to 1,000+ kg, PI hexapods have successfully tested a drone-mounted camera on PI’s H-840 hexapod -
CIMdata releases 2015 Computer-Aided Machining market report
CIMdata estimates that based on end-user payments, the worldwide CAM software and related services market grew by 2.8% in calendar year 2015. The estimated end-user payments grew from $1.76 billion in 2014 to $1.81 billion in 2015. -
The Era of Mass Connectivity: Why Industry Cannot Neglect ICS Network Infrastructure
By Loney Crist, NexDefense Today’s ICS networks still generate our power and water, move people and make the products we demand; yet, they have become complex intra- and inter-connected systems that are no longer as simple and straightforward as their original design intended them to be. -
Rockwell Automation adds motor-control components to SCCR selection tool
The Global Short-Circuit Current Rating (SCCR) Selection Tool helps machine builders select the right combination of panel components to meet UL electrical standards. -
Smart Machines market bolster as it provides high accuracy without humans
The rising demand for improved technologies and the growing investment in the research and development of the same have catapulted smart machines to the forefront of the global industrial sector. -
Siemens helps Windhoff automate train car lifting
Windhoff Bahn-und Anlagentechnik used Siemens TIA portal to develop a solution for lifting trains which involves the use of lifting systems recessed in pits in the hall floor. -
HTI Technology acquires Klauber Machine & Gear
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. -
Global Motion Control market gradually returns to growth in 2016- IHS Report
The market for, and investment in, motion controls in 2016 is expected to be continuously constrained by various economic, geopolitical and political concerns, including the unfavorable economic climate in emerging economies. -
Exar appoints Ryan Benton as CEO, Keith Tainsky as CFO
The Exar Board of Directors has appointed Ryan A. Benton as Chief Executive Officer, and a member of the Board of Directors, effective immediately. Mr. Keith Tainsky, Sr. Director of Finance, will immediately assume the position of Chief Financial Officer. -
PI releases catalog of magnetic direct drive and air bearing solutions
The catalog covers the scope of PI's magnetic direct drives and air bearing technology solutions, including actuators, linear stages, multi-axis gantry systems, and customized systems. -
Data Device Corporation purchased by Transdigm Group for $1B
Behrman Capital, a private equity investment firm, has entered into a definitive agreement to sell DDC, to Transdigm Group Incorporated, in a transaction valued at $1 billion. Completion of the transaction is expected before the end of the second quarter of 2016. -
Tajj Group chooses Menzel to replace defective motors
Menzel Elektromotoren GmbH was chosen to replace defective motors after an internet search. The original motors had failed after only two years of operation, because they were unable to withstand the loads and high temperatures in the pumping station. -
Emerson delivers automation solution and energy savings to Tech Folien
Tech Folien turned to Emerson official partner RJW, who designed and installed a motor solution which delivered energy savings of over 75%. -
Alicat announces LabVIEW Device Drivers as free download
Available for free download, the device drivers enable users to develop control interfaces to Alicat instruments, without PLC programming skills. -
Fuji Electric supplies VG Drive for bridge testing facility
The Bridge Evaluation and Accelerated Structural Testing (BEAST) lab, located at Rutgers University in Piscataway, NJ will provide valuable data and insight into the degradation of bridges due to environmental and maintenance factors. -
NovaTorque and Wolong Electric announce manufacturing partnership
The manufacturing transition has begun and is expected to be complete by year-end 2016. NovaTorque product development will continue from its Fremont, CA, headquarters while the companies explore additional opportunities to work together