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Using the Allen-Bradley Ramp/Soak Controller With a PID

Using the Allen-Bradley Ramp/Soak Controller With a PID

This article will focus on using an Allen-Bradley ramp/soak controller with a PID.


Introduction to the Allen Bradley Ramp/Soak Controller

Introduction to the Allen Bradley Ramp/Soak Controller

The ramp/soak controller has long been associated with temperature control loops and is included standard in some, and as an option on other stand-alone electronic temperature controllers. 


Nanotec Announces New Series of Brushless DC Motors

Nanotec Announces New Series of Brushless DC Motors

Recently, drive solution company, Nanotec, released the APBA60 series, a collection of cutting-edge brushless DC motors.


News Mar 09, 2020 by Sophia Valente
Yaskawa America Releases New Industrial Microdrive

Yaskawa America Releases New Industrial Microdrive

Recently, Yaskawa America announced its latest variable frequency drive for industrial applications, the GA500.


News Mar 02, 2020 by Robin Mitchell
The Rise of Electromechanical Actuators

The Rise of Electromechanical Actuators

Recently, there has been an increasing demand for electromechanical actuators as they may be beginning to replace hydraulic and pneumatic actuators. 


Different Types of Motor Encoders Commonly Used in Automation

Different Types of Motor Encoders Commonly Used in Automation

This article discusses different types of motor encoders in automation, specifically linear and rotary encoders and their applications.


Introduction to Pneumatic, Hydraulic, and Electric Actuators

Introduction to Pneumatic, Hydraulic, and Electric Actuators

In this article, we take a look at hydraulic, pneumatic, and electric actuators and how they are used in different scenarios.


Using PID and Feedback Loops for Precise Motion Systems

Using PID and Feedback Loops for Precise Motion Systems

PID controllers are an excellent method of using feedback to turn an otherwise open-loop system into one which can follow a carefully prescribed profile, correcting for inconsistencies caused by the equipment, the environment, and even the products in the manufacturing process.


LAPP USA Debuts New Line of VFD Cables at ATX West, Optimized for Industrial Applications

LAPP USA Debuts New Line of VFD Cables at ATX West, Optimized for Industrial Applications

LAPP USA was among the many companies debuting new technologies including their new line of VFD cables at ATX West this week in Anaheim.


News Feb 14, 2020 by Sophia Valente
Schneeberger To Feature Linear Motion Products at ATX West

Schneeberger To Feature Linear Motion Products at ATX West

Schneeberger is highlighting its linear motion products for additive manufacturing applications and medical OEMs at ATX West this week. 


News Feb 12, 2020 by Robin Mitchell
Faulhaber Expands BLDC Motor Family with Size-conscious Magnetic Encoder

Faulhaber Expands BLDC Motor Family with Size-conscious Magnetic Encoder

Faulhaber looks to reduce the anxiety of integrating bulky encoders with its newest motor system.


News Jan 24, 2020 by Robin Mitchell
A Year Out: A Look at How Yaskawa’s GA800 Motor Drive Fits into Industrial Trends

A Year Out: A Look at How Yaskawa’s GA800 Motor Drive Fits into Industrial Trends

Take a look at Yaskawa's motor drive released a year ago and how new products try to future-proof against new trends.


News Jan 19, 2020 by Robin Mitchell
H2W Supports Precision Motion Control with New Two-axis X-theta Positioning System

H2W Supports Precision Motion Control with New Two-axis X-theta Positioning System

H2W's new precision positioning system uses dual-axis linear and rotary-to-linear motion in industrial settings.


News Jan 17, 2020 by Robin Mitchell
Mitsubishi Electric and Realtime Robotics Extend Motion-planning and Robotics Partnership

Mitsubishi Electric and Realtime Robotics Extend Motion-planning and Robotics Partnership

Mitsubishi Electric and Realtime Robotics have been developing solutions for faster, safer motion planning for industrial robots and cobots.


News Dec 15, 2019 by Kate Smith