Using an Arduino Opta PLC, a few off-the-shelf electrical components, and the popular OpenPLC software environment, automation control concepts can be built on…
Using an Arduino Opta PLC, a few off-the-shelf electrical components, and the popular OpenPLC software environment, automation control concepts can be built on your own test bench.
Filters and reactors can protect your electrical devices, but what is the difference between these two kinds of devices,…
Filters and reactors can protect your electrical devices, but what is the difference between these two kinds of devices, and are they supposed to be installed before or after a VFD?
Have you ever disassembled a motor and wondered how it rotates? Throughout this article, we’ll discuss electromagnetic…
Have you ever disassembled a motor and wondered how it rotates? Throughout this article, we’ll discuss electromagnetic induction and how magnetic fields can be utilized to generate motion.
The BLS line of motors and universal driver reduce energy costs compared to standard AC motors and inverters.
The BLS line of motors and universal driver reduce energy costs compared to standard AC motors and inverters.
WEG's new W80 AXgen axial flux motor was designed for energy efficiency and sustainability, making it ideal for electric…
WEG's new W80 AXgen axial flux motor was designed for energy efficiency and sustainability, making it ideal for electric vehicles and renewable energy.
Air motors are common in process industries, mainly used in hazardous areas. This article introduces the features and…
Air motors are common in process industries, mainly used in hazardous areas. This article introduces the features and working principles of air motors and the differences between air and electrical motors.
WEG adds an axial flux motor to its extensive portfolio of electric motors and a new gearbox that uses both bevel and…
WEG adds an axial flux motor to its extensive portfolio of electric motors and a new gearbox that uses both bevel and worm gears to produce high torque in a small package.
ABB introduces a new three-lead design to simplify the installation, maintenance, and setup of its Baldor-Reliance…
ABB introduces a new three-lead design to simplify the installation, maintenance, and setup of its Baldor-Reliance stainless steel motors.
Since their creation, DC motors have become a part of our everyday lives. In this article, we’ll examine the…
Since their creation, DC motors have become a part of our everyday lives. In this article, we’ll examine the differences between various types of field-wound and permanent magnet DC motors.
Electromagnetic devices like motors and transformers rely on electric currents that drive magnetic fields which, in turn,…
Electromagnetic devices like motors and transformers rely on electric currents that drive magnetic fields which, in turn, can drive current on their own. That’s not always a good thing.
Water cooling has been used for years to reduce heat in electronics and it’s being seen in more industrial…
Water cooling has been used for years to reduce heat in electronics and it’s being seen in more industrial applications, like the new AM8300 servomotors from Beckhoff.
WEG's newest flame-proof motor line, the W51Xdb, has been engineered for reliability and longevity; it adapts with…
WEG's newest flame-proof motor line, the W51Xdb, has been engineered for reliability and longevity; it adapts with variable speed drive and meets global standards like ATEX and CSA. The W51Xdb motor features a frame engineered to reduce noise, vibration, and bearing.
Join us for a second look back at a few more excellent exhibitors at the recent Pack Expo demonstrating key technologies…
Join us for a second look back at a few more excellent exhibitors at the recent Pack Expo demonstrating key technologies that solve problems in the packaging and handling industries.
Now that Pack Expo is over, we can have a deeper look into some of the innovations from companies with solutions to the…
Now that Pack Expo is over, we can have a deeper look into some of the innovations from companies with solutions to the hardware and software challenges surrounding the world of packaged goods.
Aerotech has expanded its existing Automation1 XA4 PWM servo drive series. The new drives are configurable and can…
Aerotech has expanded its existing Automation1 XA4 PWM servo drive series. The new drives are configurable and can control up to four axes with coordinated motion — all in one compact, space-saving design.
The new multi-axis stepper motor controls are designed for two and five-phase motors, with an accuracy down to 0.15 μm…
The new multi-axis stepper motor controls are designed for two and five-phase motors, with an accuracy down to 0.15 μm and compatibility with high-speed EtherCAT communication systems.
CoreTigo and Siboni continue to collaborate through the release of the new PL4 servo motor series, a new lineup of motors…
CoreTigo and Siboni continue to collaborate through the release of the new PL4 servo motor series, a new lineup of motors and drive systems with the latest in communication technology.
Conveyor systems come in all shapes and sizes, with factors like the drive motor and conveyor style influencing the…
Conveyor systems come in all shapes and sizes, with factors like the drive motor and conveyor style influencing the control method. Join us as we dive into the world of automated conveyance.
Motion controllers are becoming more popular in automation due to their fast communication, quick computing, and…
Motion controllers are becoming more popular in automation due to their fast communication, quick computing, and integrated programming abilities. Check out Kollmorgen's latest motion controller, the PCMM2G.
KEB Automation has added new functionalities to its F6 drive controllers and S6 servo drives. The enhancements include…
KEB Automation has added new functionalities to its F6 drive controllers and S6 servo drives. The enhancements include hardware and software-based updates focused on efficiency and usability.