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Industry News
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Global Motion Control and Motor Market Up 1.9% through Third Quarter
Global motion control and motor suppliers have received orders at $2.65 billion through the third quarter of 2019. -
ABB and B&R launch first fully integrated Machine-Centric Robotics solution
ABB robots will be integrated into B&R’s automation portfolio -
ACOPOStrak for washdown
IP69K-rated track system for industries with strict cleanability requirements. -
More processing power for mobile machinery
B&R introduces powerful PC for outdoor applications. -
Announcing New Life Sciences Partnership
The new HEIDENHAIN Life Sciences brand partnership is now in place offering ground-breaking technology that enables lab automation.
Technical Features
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How to Specify Gearboxes for Motion Control Systems
This article discusses how to properly specify a gearbox. For a tutorial on gearbox types and when to use them, -
AVGs and AMRs Bring New Levels of Efficiency to Logistics
Intelligent components and sophisticated controls lead to high-functioning automated vehicles that are dramatically improving logistics and manufacturing. -
How to Select the Right Encoder for Your Motion Axis
Feedback plays an essential role in motion control. Servomotors and, increasingly, stepper motors leverage encoder feedback for precise control. -
Building the Case for Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)
While not a panacea, the right applications yield impressive rewards. -
Retrofits, Upgrades, and New Builds: Path to Success
The retrofit process can be challenging but it doesn’t have to be. By following best practices, asset owners can upgrade
New Product/Service News
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HPG Planetary Gearheads with Rack and Pinion from from Harmonic Drive LLC
HPG Planetary Gearheads with Rack and Pinion Now available as a set from Harmonic Drive LLC Peabody, MA, December 4, -
SMAC Torques Capping Applications with the New CBR Actuator
SMAC Moving Coil Actuators’ new CBR electric actuator has been released and is being utilized widely in Italian Packaging and... -
The perfect lens for every situation
B&R adds C-mount cameras to vision portfolio. -
The power of a PC
B&R's industrial controllers take performance to a whole new level. -
Exor’s eX700 series features Harsh Environment Operation
EXOR has taken the highly successful harsh environment eTOP500 series and updated it with the recently released eX700 series.