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The value of unitized pistons and glands
Unitized piston and gland technology has been used in hydraulic cylinders for decades, largely because they simplify the installation of what would otherwise be complex, multi-part sealing systems. But the role of unitized technology has evolved. Advances in design and materials have expanded the capabilities of these components, making them relevant to a broader range…
Tech Toolbox: Decentralizing motion control with edge devices
In discrete automation, edge devices include actuators, sensors, and connectivity components including gateways and motor-mounted controllers with computational resources to eliminate data bandwidth and latency issues. Their location at the furthest reaches of machinery — whether in a workcell or along a conveyor’s path, for example —means their processing power is well placed to filter…
Industrial automation at the extremes: aircraft carriers, and donuts
U.S. Navy shipbuilder Huntington Ingalls Industries intends to use physical AI to automate warship production, while Siemens uses AI at the other extreme: food production, especially cookies and donuts. This episode is brought to you by Mouser Electronics. Visit mouser.com to learn more. Industrial automation is all about artificial intelligence today, and the move towards intelligent…
Steffen Baur to present session on reducing tool variability
CERATIZIT USA announced that Steffen Baur, global product manager for round tools, will present a technical session at the IMTS 2026 Conference titled “Stopping Tool Variability Before It Starts” on Sept. 16, 2026, at 3:15 p.m. CDT in room W194-A. The presentation will cover how manufacturers can improve machining consistency, productivity and sustainability by increasing…
Reducing uncertainty in aerospace development
As more aerospace OEMs scrutinize the need for custom components and the benefits of standardization, design engineers can use COTS and custom approaches as complementary ways to design motion systems. In this article, we explore the value of selecting motors already tested against standards such as DO-160G to reduce uncertainty and potentially de-risk projects. By: Adrien…
ABB MCR1000 receives environmental product declaration
ABB announced that its MCR1000 High-Power Rectifier has received an Environmental Product Declaration following completion of a Life Cycle Assessment. The declaration provides environmental data that customers can use when evaluating products for lower-carbon industrial operations. As sustainability requirements become part of industrial procurement and international trade, manufacturers are being asked to provide transparent and…
KEB drives add one-cable motor connection option
KEB America, Inc., part of the KEB Group and a North American provider of industrial automation solutions, announced that its S6 servo drives and F6 variable frequency drives are now available as a One Cable Technology system solution. OCT transmits power and encoder signals through a single motor cable, removing the need for a separate…
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DINGS adds miniature ball screw assemblies for OEMs
DINGS’ Motion USA has expanded its precision motion portfolio with miniature ball screw and nut assemblies for OEM linear motion applications. The product line is intended for systems that require high efficiency, low backlash and application-specific customization. As automation systems become faster, smaller and more precise, some engineers may find that standard ball screw assemblies […]
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Robot Integration with Rotary Index Tables and Auxiliary Axes
Rotary index tables play a critical role in modern automated manufacturing across automotive, welding, assembly, aerospace, and heavy industrial applications. When integrated with industrial robots, these indexers can function as robot auxiliary axes, dramatically expanding reach, flexibility, and throughput. Motion Index Drives manufactures a full line of high-precision rotary index tables and linear indexing systems…
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Xeryon rotation stage delivers 40 mNm in compact housing
Xeryon, a Belgian manufacturer of precision piezo motor technology, has introduced the XRT-U-35, an ultra-compact rotation stage for high-precision positioning systems. The stage uses Xeryon’s patented Crossfixx ultrasonic piezo technology and combines a low-profile housing with 40 mNm of torque. The housing measures 9 mm high and 36 mm wide. A dual-motor configuration provides 40 […]
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Sustainability, Innovation and Safety, Central to Our Approach
A better future is a key focus for all manufacturers in the aviation industry, and every manufacturer is working toward that solution in their own way. Austin Major, Group Vice President of Business Development and Global Support at Parker Aerospace, highlights what this approach means in a conversation. Q: Recently, Parker joined the consortium to…
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The New High Speed Precision Conveyor
In today’s fast-paced automated manufacturing environments, the demand for efficient, high speed, high precision, reliable, and flexible transport systems is at an all-time high. The newest innovation from Motion Index Drives precision link conveyors is the Taktoflex, a revolutionary flexible high-speed precision conveyor designed to meet the diverse needs of modern industries. With its modular…
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2026 Motion Control Handbook from Design World
Check it out: This year’s Motion Control Handbook from Design World separates power-transmission designs (in which raw torque and speed dominate) from motion systems in which positioning and defined profiles dominate. Every component inertia is summed and reflected back to the motor shaft, with tangential drives such as belt and pulley sets reflecting load…
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Predicting future changes in water quality
As the impact of climate change and land use continue to harm aquatic environments, it is becoming increasingly important to measure and monitor changes in water quality. When Dublin City University (DCU) Water Institute was developing its new mobile lab technology to help predict future changes in water quality, it turned to precision drive and…
