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A Look at High-Precision Fluid Dispensing

A Look at High-Precision Fluid Dispensing

Specialized industrial, medical, and research applications require fluids to be dispensed with high accuracy and precision. Due to the differing physical properties exhibited by different fluids, this can be challenging. 


New QuickStick HT 5700 Inverter from Rockwell Designed for Material Handling

New QuickStick HT 5700 Inverter from Rockwell Designed for Material Handling

Rockwell Automation recently announced their latest motor inverter for their QuickStick linear motor system, the QuickStick HT 5700 Inverter.


News Feb 05, 2021 by Robin Mitchell
Comparing Single-Phase vs Three-Phase Motors

Comparing Single-Phase vs Three-Phase Motors

In this article, learn the differences between single- and three-phase motors, including how each one works and applications best suited for each type.


Latest 3-Phase AC-DC Power Supplies from Absopulse Designed for Industrial Applications

Latest 3-Phase AC-DC Power Supplies from Absopulse Designed for Industrial Applications

Absopulse recently announced its latest AC-DC 5kW power converter for rugged environments.


News Feb 02, 2021 by Robin Mitchell
Controlling VFDs with Manual Inputs

Controlling VFDs with Manual Inputs

To increase the flexibility of a motor control system, a variable frequency drive (VFD) is a common device that solves many motor control problems. In this article, learn how to control manual input of VFDs.


GE Set to Provide T408 Turboshaft Engines to U.S. Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR)

GE Set to Provide T408 Turboshaft Engines to U.S. Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR)

GE has been awarded a $111.9 million contract to provide additional T408 turboshaft engines to NAVAIR, according to a press release earlier this month.


News Jan 22, 2021 by Seth Price
An Introduction to Synchronized Motion Control

An Introduction to Synchronized Motion Control

Learn about what synchronized motion control is, including its different types and applications.


Common Motor Windings and Wiring for Three-Phase Motors

Common Motor Windings and Wiring for Three-Phase Motors

This article looks at some common windings and wirings for three-phase motors, including internal Wye windings and low and high voltage wirings.


Parker Hannifin Releases a New PMAC Motor for the HEV Industry

Parker Hannifin Releases a New PMAC Motor for the HEV Industry

Parker Hannifin introduced the GVM-310, a new PMAC motor for the Electric Vehicle (EV) and Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) industries.


News Jan 14, 2021 by Seth Price
Introduction to Advanced Motor Control Circuits

Introduction to Advanced Motor Control Circuits

This article looks at a few of the more advanced motor control circuits for a three-phase motor.


How Pulse Width Modulation is Used in Variable Frequency Drives

How Pulse Width Modulation is Used in Variable Frequency Drives

In this article, learn how variable frequency drives make use of the principle of pulse width modulation to create analog-type signals from a digital source, such as with motor drives.


Phoenix Contact Offers New High-Voltage DC/DC Converter

Phoenix Contact Offers New High-Voltage DC/DC Converter

Electrical engineering firm Phoenix Contact has released the TRIO 1500 V DC/DC converters for high-voltage applications.


Hyundai Motor Group Set to Acquire Robotics Company Boston Dynamics

Hyundai Motor Group Set to Acquire Robotics Company Boston Dynamics

Hyundai Motor Group and SoftBank acquire stakes in Boston Dynamics to further the development of robotics technologies. 


News Dec 25, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida
OMRON Releases a New Series of AC Servo Motors with Various Safety Modes

OMRON Releases a New Series of AC Servo Motors with Various Safety Modes

OMRON released its latest range of AC servo systems with enhanced automation and safety features.


News Dec 17, 2020 by Robin Mitchell
Understanding Industrial Three-Phase Voltage Systems

Understanding Industrial Three-Phase Voltage Systems

Learn about three-phase voltage arrangements to better understand the systems that drive nearly every industrial motor and smaller branch circuits that feed every one-phase receptacle and lighting system.


Rockwell Automation Releases Two Ruggedized Industrial Computing Products to VersaView Line

Rockwell Automation Releases Two Ruggedized Industrial Computing Products to VersaView Line

Rockwell debuts two industrial computing products suitable for machine control in harsh environments.


News Dec 14, 2020 by Seth Price
Rockwell Automation Introduces Latest Partner Program for OEMs

Rockwell Automation Introduces Latest Partner Program for OEMs

Rockwell Automation aims to boost business productivity for manufacturers through its updated Original Equipment Manufacturer Partner Program.


News Dec 09, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida
Rockwell Automation Expands Security Portfolio to Tackle Industrial Cyber Threats

Rockwell Automation Expands Security Portfolio to Tackle Industrial Cyber Threats

Rockwell Automation obtained new certifications and expanded its industrial cybersecurity products.


Maxim Integrated Releases New Intelligent Actuator for Precise Manufacturing Applications

Maxim Integrated Releases New Intelligent Actuator for Precise Manufacturing Applications

TRINAMIC, now part of Maxim Integrated, announced their latest actuator, the PD42-1-1243. This actuator combines a host of chipsets to provide an intelligent compact motor solution.


News Dec 03, 2020 by Robin Mitchell
ABB Upgrades Felt Moisture and Permeability Meters for Paper Mills

ABB Upgrades Felt Moisture and Permeability Meters for Paper Mills

ABB has released a new software upgrade to its L&W Felt Moisture and Felt Permeability Meters.