Excel in Power Density and Energy Management for Integrated Motor/Drive July 12, 2023 Seamless integration of motors and drives for a more efficient future with power density challenge ABB is seeking innovative and forward-thinking individuals to join them in pushing the boundaries of drives and motors with their power density challenge. If you are interested…
July 3, 2023 AutomationDirect now offers IronHorse stainless steel worm gearboxes. Worm gearboxes are power transmission devices that drive a load at a fixed reduced ratio of a motor’s speed. The stainless steel housings of these gearboxes make them suitable for the food and beverage industry and many other harsh industrial applications. IronHorse stainless steel…
July 3, 2023 By Nikunj Shah, Siemens Industry, Inc., Digital Factory, Motion Control Business In this paper, the author examines the various characteristics of electric drive enclosures labeled NEMA 1 and UL Type 1, detailing the differences and similarities, with an explanation of why the NEMA enclosure rating does not equate to the apparently similar…
June 20, 2023 AutomationDirect has added Bryant pin and sleeve mechanical interlocks to their growing lineup of motor disconnects and controllers. These interlocks use pin and sleeve technology to conveniently connect and disconnect mobile equipment safely. By using matching Bryant pin and sleeve connectors with keyways, these interlocks safeguard against connecting devices of different amperage…
With a newly developed, single-phase onboard charger, Bosch Rexroth has made its eLION platform fully compatible with the North American charging infrastructure June 16, 2023 With a newly developed, single-phase onboard charger, Bosch Rexroth has made its eLION platform fully compatible with the North American charging infrastructure. The company has introduced its high-voltage solutions for…
June 8, 2023 Copley Controls, a global leader in the motion control industry, is pleased to introduce the Nano Series of digital servo drives. Featuring best-of-class power density and thermal management, these compact units integrate easily into autonomous guided vehicles (AGVs), autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), robotic joints and other automated equipment that need precise speed…
June 5, 2023 IronHorse HMC series contactors are a very economical solution New to motor control products are IronHorse manual motor protectors, contactors, thermal overload relays, and a wide variety of supported accessories. The IronHorse HMC series contactors are a very economical solution and feature an advanced design with a sealed structure to prevent arc…
June 5, 2023 Nidec Corporation and Renesas Electronics Corporation have agreed to join forces on the development of semiconductor solutions for a next-generation E-Axle (X-in-1 system) that integrates an EV drive motor and power electronics for electric vehicles (EVs). Today’s EVs are increasingly adopting the 3-in-1 unit called E-Axle, which integrates a motor, inverter, and…
May 31, 2023 Stamping and forming machine builder Bihler has developed an innovative servo production system for the hairpins used in electric motors. With short cycle times and automated changeover between variants, the system is particularly efficient at producing the bent copper parts in high quantities. For automation and motion control, Bihler relies almost exclusively…
May 29, 2023 Nidec Corporation has announced that it has been selected by the UK’s Clarivate Plc, a global information service provider, as a top 100 global innovator for 2023 Since 2012, Clarivate Plc annually gives the “Clarivate Top 100 Global Innovator” award to organizations selected as the top 100 revolutionary companies and institutions leading…
The MX-System receives the Red Dot Award in the highest category and the iF Design Award May 11, 2023 In the MX-System, Beckhoff offers a flexible, space-optimized, and intelligent system solution that completely eliminates conventional control cabinets and can thus revolutionize the world of automation. Its pioneering product design contributes massively to its potential for…
Control cabinet-free automation now also includes pneumatic valves May 11, 2023 Control cabinet-free automation now aso includes pneumatic valves. In November 2021, Beckhoff presented the MX-System: a completely new, holistic concept which aims to eliminated control cabinets. The basic concept aims to replace control cabinet wiring with a baseplate that allows a wide range of…
May 10, 2023 How else would Control Techniques celebrate turning 50? By creating a short film that paves a new way for the future of CT. A story that shows their entrepreneurial spirit, and passion for challenging the status quo. Undoubtedly, innovation, design, knowledge, and expertise are at the core of everything they stand for….
May 10, 2023 ABB has a proud heritage. In this video celebrating 140 years of Sweden’s ASEA, a predecessor to ABB, take a look at some of the historic milestones and developing technology that have transformed society and industry, including ABB has a history of innovation excellence and continues to drive innovations for a more…
May 10, 2023 The plant consists of a production area and office area that covers 6,000 of the total 12,000 square meters. The entire completely sustainable and automated building was developed with an investment of approximately 18 million euros and reinforces the intention for SHI (Sumitomo Heavy Industries) to root Lafert even further into the…
April 27, 2023 RS offers more than 49,000 in-stock electrical products from big suppliers, including Southwire, Mencom, ILME, and Signify brands Electrical devices are essential elements of any electronic system, and many modern electrical devices have made it easier and more economical than ever for manufacturers to optimize new equipment and upgrade legacy equipment. Industrial…
