A positioning system datasheet may specify a value of 0.01 mm, but this could refer to accuracy, repeatability, resolution or encoder resolution. These parameters describe different aspects of system performance. We explain the differences and show what should be included when specifying a linear positioning axis.
Precision is only part of the challenge in an advanced panel bending machine. Energy flow, peak power, cabling and machine footprint matter as well. See how Salvagnini and Kollmorgen combined multi-axis servo drives, regenerative energy management, decentralized drives and direct-drive motors in a more efficient motion architecture.
Simplify linear motion design with CKD ROBODEX Std., a motorless electric actuator that integrates the ball screw and linear guide into one mechanical platform. Ideal for machine builders and OEMs, ROBODEX helps reduce mechanical design and integration work while retaining flexibility around your preferred motor and control platform.
By the end of summer, previously unnoticed problems in a wastewater treatment system’s aeration equipment may become more apparent. However, reduced airflow, an uneven bubble pattern or unpleasant odours are not always caused by a faulty diaphragm compressor. A clogged filter, worn diffuser, pipework problem or excessive operating pressure may also be responsible.
Selecting the right hydraulic valve has a significant impact on the performance, energy efficiency and reliability of a hydraulic system. In this guide, we explain the main valve types, their operating principles, typical applications and the key factors to consider during selection.
Speed alone is no longer enough in laboratory automation. Micron-level positioning, repeatability and long-term reliability have become essential for modern diagnostic and medical equipment. Discover how precision motion technologies from CKD, Thomson, KSS and other leading manufacturers support the next generation of laboratory automation.
In a production workshop, performance does not depend solely on the machines. The ergonomics of workstations plays an essential role in production quality, operator comfort and the prevention of musculoskeletal disorders (MSD). When the same workstation is used by several people or when operators alternate between different tasks, fixed furniture quickly becomes a constraint. Adapting the height of the work surface to the morphology of each user makes it possible to improve working conditions while maintaining a high level of precision and productivity.
A railway sliding door can perform millions of opening and closing cycles throughout its lifetime. Selecting the right industrial shock absorber plays a key role in safety, reliability and maintenance costs. Discover the engineering considerations behind Metal 99's choice of an ACE solution.
We spend around 90% of our lives indoors, yet few people realize that microplastics can also be present in the air we breathe. Discover where these particles come from, their potential impact on indoor environments, and how modern air filtration technologies can help create healthier indoor spaces.
BIBUS (UK) Ltd supported Saint-Gobain with a tailored landfill leachate aeration solution for a closed rural site in England, specifying and supplying Jäger TD65 tube diffusers and supporting the selection of FPZ side-channel blowers to deliver reliable, energy-efficient treatment across four existing tanks.
