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The GA501 microdrive for AC motors supports six different industrial protocols and is available for induction, permanent…

The GA501 microdrive for AC motors supports six different industrial protocols and is available for induction, permanent magnet, and synchronous reluctance motor operation up to 40 HP.

Motor speed control can be a tricky process, due to the variety of options. In a VFD, speed can be controlled using fixed…

Motor speed control can be a tricky process, due to the variety of options. In a VFD, speed can be controlled using fixed values, digital or analog signals, or communication networks.

The software development kit for low-voltage three-phase brushless motors gives designers the power of AI and machine…

The software development kit for low-voltage three-phase brushless motors gives designers the power of AI and machine learning without requiring years of experience.

The IE5+ permanent magnet synchronous motors are now available in size 112, extending the line’s power range to 15 hp…

The IE5+ permanent magnet synchronous motors are now available in size 112, extending the line’s power range to 15 hp while still maintaining high energy efficiency.

Learn about precharge circuits, inrush current, and understand why VFD and servo drives may trip during power-up.

Learn about precharge circuits, inrush current, and understand why VFD and servo drives may trip during power-up.

The Palladio stepper drives feature on-machine installation to simplify wiring, reduce electrical noise, and enhance…

The Palladio stepper drives feature on-machine installation to simplify wiring, reduce electrical noise, and enhance positioning in motion-control applications that require reliability and precision.

The AKME servo motors feature ATEX and IECEx certifications for use in hazardous environments, while the SafeMotion…

The AKME servo motors feature ATEX and IECEx certifications for use in hazardous environments, while the SafeMotion Monitor 3.0 firmware expands functional safety for Kollmorgen’s linear motors and axes.

New IE6 synchronous reluctance motors and ABB’s Automation Extended program target lower energy use and phased digital upgrades.

New IE6 synchronous reluctance motors and ABB’s Automation Extended program target lower energy use and phased digital upgrades.

The AiC-MT series combines the precise positioning of a servo system with the high-holding torque of a stepper motor. The…

The AiC-MT series combines the precise positioning of a servo system with the high-holding torque of a stepper motor. The system can control up to 254 axes with Modbus TCP.

Check out our quick summary of last month’s product announcements, company news, and research insights from around the…

Check out our quick summary of last month’s product announcements, company news, and research insights from around the world of industrial automation and control.

The MT series from Ever Motion Solutions features UL-certified hybrid stepper motors designed for accurate positioning…

The MT series from Ever Motion Solutions features UL-certified hybrid stepper motors designed for accurate positioning and high torque applications.

Teknic’s ClearPath-IP brushless servo motor integrates an EtherNet/IP vector servo drive and high-resolution encoder…

Teknic’s ClearPath-IP brushless servo motor integrates an EtherNet/IP vector servo drive and high-resolution encoder into a single unit. Units are available from 1/8 to 7.7 hp.

Coordinating motion in three or more axes is a difficult manual process. For more advanced gantry or articulated robots,…

Coordinating motion in three or more axes is a difficult manual process. For more advanced gantry or articulated robots, this motion type solves the complex calculation of a set of related joints.

Conveyor technology is rapidly advancing thanks to the close integration of mechanical machines and electrical controls,…

Conveyor technology is rapidly advancing thanks to the close integration of mechanical machines and electrical controls, but it’s important to understand how feedback improves that relationship.

Cam profiles are a great way of strictly controlling two servo axes to follow a predefined path. Follow along as we dive…

Cam profiles are a great way of strictly controlling two servo axes to follow a predefined path. Follow along as we dive into setting up and programming an electronic cam profile.

A practical, experience-driven guide to designing and wiring electrical cabinets for machine-tending robotic cells.

A practical, experience-driven guide to designing and wiring electrical cabinets for machine-tending robotic cells.

Synchronized motion has become an industry standard with robots, gantries, and pick and place automation. Follow along…

Synchronized motion has become an industry standard with robots, gantries, and pick and place automation. Follow along this three-part series as we discuss methods of synchronizing servo motors.

B&R has released several new products, including a servo drive with support for OPC UA FX, a cost-effective,…

B&R has released several new products, including a servo drive with support for OPC UA FX, a cost-effective, high-performance industrial PC, and a highly flexible six-axis robot.

Lenze’s IE5/IE6 motor drive system pairs the i650 motec inverter drive with the m550/m650 synchronous motor to deliver…

Lenze’s IE5/IE6 motor drive system pairs the i650 motec inverter drive with the m550/m650 synchronous motor to deliver high energy efficiency, encoderless positioning, and up to 300% starting torque.