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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.


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.


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