Tag: Belt Driven Actuator

Maximize reliability and performance of actuator drive systems by minimizing electrical noise

A New White Paper from Tolomatic .  Published January 28, 2014 Is your actuator drive system subjected to harsh factory conditions that include dust, moisture, heat or vibration?  If so, then chances are electrical noise is the culprit that can disrupt actuator signal controls, cause erratic motion, or in some cases, complete system failure if left … Continue reading Maximize reliability and performance of actuator drive systems by minimizing electrical noise

Reduce Manufacturing Costs by Cycle Time Effects

The key to reducing production costs is found in Cycle Time effects.  You may be able to further reduce costs if you look closely at the CT effects. So what exactly are CT effects? Click on the link below to read the case study from IntelligentActuator.com on how production efficiency was significantly improved. http://www.intelligentactuator.com/pdf/CT-Effects_CJ0196-2A-UST-1-1112.pdf More … Continue reading Reduce Manufacturing Costs by Cycle Time Effects

Motion Control Terminology Primer

What makes a bus based Motion Controller deterministic?   What are the three types of Step Motors?   What is the difference between an Absolute Encoder and a Resolver? These questions (and many more) are quickly answered in a free User Friendly 2page 'Motion Control Terminology' Primer. The Primer covers the following topics: Motion Control Motion Controllers Drives and Amplifiers … Continue reading Motion Control Terminology Primer

Positioning Stage is designed to handle light loads at very high speeds

LinTech is pleased to introduce the 120 series tables which are designed to handle light loads at very high speeds.  These tables use a low friction, preloaded, recirculating linear ball bearing system, which rides on precision ground linear rails.  The linear rails are mounted to a precision machined aluminum base, which offers a rigid support over … Continue reading Positioning Stage is designed to handle light loads at very high speeds

Extra Long Macron 14 Actuator

Just to illustrate how Macron "goes the distance" for our customers...   This video shows a Mac Built, Macron 14 actuator, 150 feet long, but still not the longest one we've ever built.  For the record, that one was a whopping 225 feet long! Macron actuators are furnished to your specifications, and are custom built to any … Continue reading Extra Long Macron 14 Actuator

New white paper from Tolomatic: Rules of Actuator and Guide Alignment in Linear Motion Systems

Don't let inconsistent, erratic motion put your linear motion system in a bind Tolomatic's new white paper, Rules of Actuator and Guide Alignment in Linear Motion Systems provides helpful pointers and suggestions on how to best mount linear actuators in accordance with guide alignment components in linear motion systems. Learn how to keep linear motion systems … Continue reading New white paper from Tolomatic: Rules of Actuator and Guide Alignment in Linear Motion Systems

Macron Dynamics Feature Lifetime Warranty On Their Actuators

Macron actuators and belt drives are backed by Macron's Lifetime Warranty Macron Dynamics linear actuators are built to last, which gives us the confidence to offer a lifetime warranty.  Our materials and component selection is matched with proven performance since 1988, giving you a combination of positioning accuracy, durability, and repair-free service that is available … Continue reading Macron Dynamics Feature Lifetime Warranty On Their Actuators

Get to Know Lintech’s Belt Driven Linear Actuators and Slides

LinTech offers four unique and innovative series of belt drive linear actuators and slides. 120 series: The 120 is a small belt driven linear square rail slide which is designed to handle light loads at very high speeds. The linear profile rails are mounted to a precision machined aluminum carriage which has threaded stainless steel … Continue reading Get to Know Lintech’s Belt Driven Linear Actuators and Slides

Macron Belt-Driven Actuators Carry 80lb Labeling Machine in High Speed Packaging Application

Application: High Speed Label Applicator Industry: Packaging Automation & Material Handling Problem: A client in the packaging and material handling industry required a stable, secure multi-axis system that was capable of carrying an 80lb. labeling machine with vertical and horizontal movement, while matching carton speed and position to apply labels to packages of varying sizes … Continue reading Macron Belt-Driven Actuators Carry 80lb Labeling Machine in High Speed Packaging Application

Patent-pending vertical arresting system from Macron Dynamics opens new possibilities for use of belt driven actuators in vertical automation applications

CROYDON, PA — Macron Dynamics Inc., a manufacturer of linear actuators and multi-axis automation systems, has introduced a patent-pending arresting system designed to promote safer use of belt driven actuators in vertical automation applications. Macron’s cam lock arresting wedge system™, or CLAWS™, is a U.S. patent-pending arresting system that prevents cart freefall in the event … Continue reading Patent-pending vertical arresting system from Macron Dynamics opens new possibilities for use of belt driven actuators in vertical automation applications