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Efficiency and performance in harsh environments

01/08/2019

ANCA Motion’s LinX range of tubular linear motors has features that match a vast range of automation applications. This includes packaging, food and beverage manufacturing, printing, pharmaceutical, rollforming, textile production, and test and measurement.

Bringing the magic of theatre to life

01/07/2019

The world of theatre is a magical place where storytelling comes to life. Through special effects characters, scenes and props we are transported into an imaginary world. Absolute Motion Control are experts in the field of theatre automation. Here, Rob Raskovsky explains more about the challenges of their industry and how Murrelektronik cabinet components provide the perfect solutions.

Linear motion technology in the aerospace industry

01/07/2019

The need to automate has never been more apparent with manufacturers under pressure to increase output, lower costs and improve quality. There are now very few areas where automation cannot contribute greatly to improving efficiency – including the aerospace industry.

Sheet metal laser cutting system achieves accuracy of plus/minus 10 microns

17/06/2019

In collaboration with NUM Taiwan, the Taiwanese laser machine manufacturer Legend Laser, Inc., has developed a unique multi-axis system for the precision cutting of thin sheet metal parts.

Total cost of ownership – Actuation comparisons

01/04/2019

There has been a wide debate in the industrial press in recent times regarding the comparisons of hydraulic and electric actuation.

Motion Control Features

Efficiency and performance in harsh environments

Bringing the magic of theatre to life

Linear motion technology in the aerospace industry

Sheet metal laser cutting system achieves accuracy of plus/minus 10 microns

Total cost of ownership – Actuation comparisons