Motion Control Features

Precision clamping and braking for linear motion technologies

Precision clamping and braking for linear motion technologies

The comprehensive range of clamping and braking elements from Zimmer Group routinely performs critical positioning, holding and braking tasks. The elements ensure precision during machining or handling processes and boost efficiency with their short cycle times. The secure hold delivered by Zimmer clamping systems enhances safety, whilst protecting the machines within which they are integrated.

Timber plant reduces downtime with NSK linear guides

Timber plant reduces downtime with NSK linear guides

Thanks to the adoption of NSK's linear guides with K1 lubrication units, a timber manufacturer has managed to reduce conveyor downtime by a factor of more than 12, prompting annual cost savings of more than £65,000.

Regis chooses SmartX solution to overcome tipper challenge

Regis chooses SmartX solution to overcome tipper challenge

Italian electric car manufacturer, Regis Motors, wanted to develop an innovative system for its commercial electric quadricycle, the EpicO, which differed from conventional electro-hydraulic actuation systems usually used on similar vehicles.

Electric actuators open door to Denmark's “deepest secret”

Electric actuators open door to Denmark's “deepest secret”

Converting a 1960s nuclear-proof bunker into a museum was full of challenges, one of which was to repurpose heavy nuclear-safe doors as fire doors.

Mclennan helps STFC solve large-load precision motion control for AGATA sensor array

Mclennan helps STFC solve large-load precision motion control for AGATA sensor array

Mclennan has recently completed the design and supply of a particularly challenging motion control system for the Science and Technology Facilities Council’s (STFC) Daresbury Laboratory, as part of the research council’s funding and collaborative support of the advanced gamma tracking array (AGATA).

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