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A troubleshooter’s guide to motor maintenance and repair

14/07/2014

A failed or under-performing motor can bring a busy production line to a halt, compromise a critical airflow, devastate a water supply or lead to any number of other issues. Here, Andrew McIntyre suggests some simple solutions to potential problems.

Intelligent prosthetics make use of maxon dc motors

16/04/2014

Using two brushed dc motors from maxon motor, prosthetic specialist Endolite, have developed a new award winning foot and ankle system that will revolutionise amputees' walking abilities.

Drives & Controls 2014

16/03/2014

Next month sees the return of the ever-popular Drives & Controls show (now a biennial event) to the NEC Birmingham. The event is now a major UK showcase for those seeking the latest in mechanical power transmission, motion control and automation.

Drives help a Danish company keep production at home

16/03/2014

BogensePlast is a Danish company that has demonstrated how its approach to energy efficiency has helped it become more competitive and, as a result, keep production in Denmark.

Drives reduce noise levels for trainee pilots

02/01/2014

British Airways pilots are benefiting from a quieter Flight Simulator environment following the installation of drives in an air handling unit at its Flight Training Centre near London’s Heathrow Airport.

Drives Motors Features

A troubleshooter’s guide to motor maintenance and repair

Intelligent prosthetics make use of maxon dc motors

Drives & Controls 2014

Drives help a Danish company keep production at home

Drives reduce noise levels for trainee pilots