
Compact axle with two drive types
The linear technology specialist Ero-Führungen is adding an additional, smaller size to its Speed series.
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The linear technology specialist Ero-Führungen is adding an additional, smaller size to its Speed series.
Safety technology on the grinding machine
Special grinding machines are used in the production of silicon wafers for photovoltaic modules. To ensure maximum safety and processing quality, one manufacturer equips its systems with special machine protection components.
System developers who opt for rodless actuators are faced with a choice. Almost any combination of sliding screw drive, ball screw drive or timing belt with plain, ball bearing or roller guides could lead to the optimum solution.

Igus has introduced a polymer telescopic rail. It is lightweight, quick to install and cost-effective thanks to injection molding.

After two percent sales growth last year, Igus is currently seeing mixed signals from the market. While sales declined in the first four months due to the coronavirus situation, incoming orders have remained almost stable so far.

Norelem has developed new slide guides with an integrated adjustment system. A modular hole pattern with integrated mounting holes eliminates the need for re-machining by the customer and the quick coupling enables various mounting options.
The waterjet specialist STM offers companies that want to switch to waterjet cutting a free business consultation.

The first polymer telescopic rail from Igus shows what plastic can do. It is lightweight, quick to assemble and cost-effective thanks to injection molding. It can be used to easily adjust and extend drawers, seat and head adjustments.
Storage and retrieval of sleeves
Bauer manufactures transport and storage systems for the printing industry. A system for storing print and carrier sleeves that places large loads with high precision was realized for a customer in the USA.

Positioning systems and linear units are becoming increasingly smaller. ERO-Führungen is following this path with the newly developed MML (motorized miniature slide guide).