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When a servo motor that

When a servo motor that"s big enough isn"t big enough

It might seem a strange statement, but yes, you read that right – there are certain operating conditions where servo motors that should be big enough for an application are actually too small. Too small that is in terms of their power rating, which for most applications is a perfectly acceptable way of selecting the right size motor. But not all.

10th August 2020
Getting in control: how power resistors benefit motor control

Getting in control: how power resistors benefit motor control

From the electric fans and power tools in our homes, to crane control systems and industrial machinery – motors can be found in mechanical applications of all shapes and sizes. But what exactly keeps them turning? Here, Joshua Piccaver, electrical design engineer at power resistor manufacturer Cressall Resistors, explains why resistors are key to ensuring steady motor control.

10th August 2020
Autoclavable DC motors ease surgical power tool design

Autoclavable DC motors ease surgical power tool design

Electric motors have brought many advantages to powered hand tools, however there are various approaches for design engineers to consider when selecting a motor for surgical instruments. Jamie Gewirtz, R&D manager for surgical motors at Portescap, looks at some of the design challenges and discusses considerations for the selection of the most appropriate electric motor.

10th August 2020
Güdel linear robot, even more productive with intelligent energy supply

Güdel linear robot, even more productive with intelligent energy supply

With Igus intelligent smart plastic e-chains, cables and plain bearings, companies have the information they need to plan maintenance in advance. Now, manufacturers of machines and systems are incorporating these products to offer enhanced condition monitoring.

10th August 2020
Eplan and Rittal add value for electrical engineering firm

Eplan and Rittal add value for electrical engineering firm

Since taking over LCA Group in 2017, Managing Director Alan Sheppard has always maintained a focus on innovation, and the use of cutting-edge technology to further the firm’s manufacturing and assembly capabilities. The primary focus was on the investment in technologies that would speed up client approval processes and improve communication between departments. Since then, EPLAN and Rittal have worked closely with the Hawarden-based electrical engineering firm, supporting the company’s industry-leading turnkey service for electrical engineering projects.

7th August 2020
Customised motion control solutions drive profits up

Customised motion control solutions drive profits up

Justek is a leading motion control component manufacturer based in Gyeonggi-do, Korea. It designs and builds linear motors, direct-drive rotary (DDR) motors, motion stages and conveyors. The flat panel display (FPD) manufacturing industry in South Korea, which includes electronics giants such as Samsung and LG, meets over a third of the global TV market demand.

7th August 2020
Compressed air drying solution is on the right track

Compressed air drying solution is on the right track

Norgren’s, innovative AMT compressed air drying solution is reducing relative humidity levels down to less than 10% for a major Australian metro operator, helping keep its train network on the move and provide a reliable and safe transportation service for its 240 million passengers each year.

7th August 2020
Igus video highlights engineering within brickworks

Igus video highlights engineering within brickworks

Brickworks are very harsh environments for any product, from the extreme dust and aggressive dirt to the high loads and fluctuating temperatures. Igus energy chains protect the encapsulated cables whilst continuing to meet the high demands of the application.

7th August 2020
Thomson online selector tool for stepper motor linear actuators simplifies the purchasing experience

Thomson online selector tool for stepper motor linear actuators simplifies the purchasing experience

Thomson Industries has launched an online tool that simplifies the selection and purchase of stepper motor linear actuators. The new tool saves significant time by streamlining the selection process for design and system engineers.

7th August 2020
IFM Electronics introduces ergonomic touch sensors

IFM Electronics introduces ergonomic touch sensors

Ergonomically designed and easily actuated with just a light touch, the new KT6 touch sensors from IFM Electronic reduce operator fatigue and provide reliable switching even in wet environments and for users with gloved hands. They also feature multi-colour LED illumination, making them an ideal choice for use in applications where operators must be presented with clear status indication.

7th August 2020
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