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New single-axis PWM digital drive

The XC2 PWM from Aerotech is a powerful single-axis motor drive with a slim compact housing for motion control applications.

Interactive art installation

Slewing ring bearings move owl sculptures

Austin, Texas has had a new public attraction since last year: two giant, three-metre-high owls that are illuminated from the inside and can be turned by anyone thanks to a clever mechanism. The rotating rings on which the sculptures rest play a key role.

Automation technology

Maximum flexibility in the factory of the future

Audi production with Maxolution system solution. Audi has modernized the Brussels site and renewed the assembly lines for the production of the new e-tron. All transport units now have their own intelligent control systems and are networked with each other.

Condition monitoring

Reduction gearbox under observation

ABB's Ability Smart Sensor monitors the condition of Dodge reducers and provides information that can prevent unplanned downtime and extend equipment life.

Servo gearbox

One gearbox, three mounting variants

With the RD series, Nabtesco has compact servo gearboxes in its portfolio that can absorb high shock loads and offer high speeds and accelerations with particular positioning and speed accuracy.

Servo drive controller

Positioning in tight spaces

The compact CMMT-ST servo drive controller from Festo is the little brother of the CMMT-AS. The small CMMT-ST is suitable for continuous power requirements up to 300 watts and saves a lot of installation space with its compact design.

Length-adjustable clutch

Torsionally rigid and flexible

Length-adjustable clutches are a great advantage in situations where mounting space is limited, especially if they have to be replaced frequently. If the coupling needs to be backlash-free, the market quickly becomes tight. A new, backlash-free and length-adjustable coupling from KBK meets these requirements.

Low-voltage drives

Small dimensions, high performance

SEW-Eurodrive has expanded its portfolio of DCA compact extra-low voltage drives to include right-angle and offset geared motors. This gives users more flexibility when integrating the drives into their machines.

Frequency inverter

Robust and suitable for harsh environments

Yaskawa has introduced a new series of AC microdrives for industrial applications. With its functions and features, the GA500 frequency inverter simplifies the operation of a machine or system.