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Energy storage solution for extraction portal
The rapid acceleration of large masses in gantry systems drives up the electrical power requirement; the regenerative effect during braking recovers the energy. Ilsemann Automation relies on "Power and Energy Solutions" from SEW-Eurodrive in its extraction robots.
read more...Faulhaber has expanded its BXT flat motor series to include gears that are matched to it as well as integrated encoders and speed controllers that are unusually short in the axial direction.
read more...Maxon is expanding its configurable drive range in spring 2020 - including with brushed DC motors, gearboxes and encoders from the ECX series. There are also new products in the micro segment for positioning controllers.
read more...Schukat has added the ESB303.LED.200/400 inrush current limiter from Camtec Power Supplies to its range. It is used to limit high inrush currents for capacitive loads.
read more...The "ezzFLOW" is used when sensitive products need to be handled, assembled or joined in a precise position. The handling system should adapt to the user and their activity and be intuitive to operate, promises the manufacturer Best Handling Technology.
read more...Extracted raw materials have to be transported from the quarry to the plant or port - a task that companies often manage with trucks. As an alternative, system providers such as Beumer supply open troughed belt conveyors or closed pipe conveyors. However, whether an investment is worthwhile depends on various factors.
read more...VibroChecker, the free vibration measurement app, and four vibration isolators from ACE shock absorbers have helped a homeowner to eliminate unpleasant vibrations from an air conditioning unit in a short space of time.
read more...ABB presents the Ability Smart Sensor, a new sensor for low-voltage motors for use in potentially explosive atmospheres. The company has thus expanded the sensor's area of application: customers from the chemical, oil and gas industries can now benefit from cost-effective condition monitoring in numerous application areas.
read more...Hyundai has revised its U-series of electrically powered three- and four-wheel forklift trucks. The focus of the further development is on comfort, performance and reduced power consumption.
read more...Pilot project by Currax and Siemens
Drive specialist Currax and Siemens have launched a pilot project for Simotics Connect 400. The connectivity module enables operating data to be forwarded directly to a cloud-based app in future and promises increased efficiency and a longer service life for components.
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