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Precision Linear Motion Accomplished Easily and Economically - Part 1Why use a stepper motor instead of a conventional rotary motor? Unlike other rotary motors, steppers are unique in that they move a given amount of rotary motion for every electrical input pulse. This makes steppers a perfect solution for use in positioning applications....continue
Precision Linear Motion Accomplished Easily and Economically - Part 2In Part 1, discussion focused on the basics of a stepper motor-based linear actuator, one of the most effective ways to convert rotary into linear motion for a wide range of applications. In Part 2, an explanation on how to accurately size a linear actuator is given....continue
Thermal Systems Enhance Instrument PerformanceWhat device designers need to know by Jim Kreisel, Director of Industry Marketing, Watlow Laboratory managers, scientists and technicians want near perfect conditions to assure accurate and repeatable test results, so they pay very close attention to the temperature of their test samples....continue
Pneumatic or Servo?Choosing the Right Gripper for Your Automated Laboratory Process by Mike Bowman and Scott Wheeler, Applied Robotics Inc. Pneumatic grippers without fingers. Fingers can be customized to handle anything from micro titer plates to test tubes....continue
Linear Positioning Technology for Tomorrow’s Automation...TodayIntroduction Driven by semiconductor industry requirements, linear motor manufacturers have steadily increased precision, reduced prices, developed multiple motor types and simplified integration into automation equipment....continue
In Search of the Perfect Dispensing ProbeNavigating the Maze of Metal Fabrication Choices and Corresponding Surface Coating Options by Zev Asch, Popper & Sons, Inc. First, let me confess that I am not an expert....continue
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Porous Plastics for Any 3-D MoldingPorvair Filtration Group has started manufacturing its high quality Vyon sintered porous plastics range at its U.S. facility in Ashland, Virginia....continue
Custom-Designed Zoom LensesResolve Optics Ltd. has established an international reputation for supplying OEM quantities of zoom lenses custom designed for specific applications....continue
Gravimetric OEM SensorScientech, Inc., has launched its new line of Zeta gravimetric sensors which possess an unbreakable suspension system....continue
Several Technologies Integrated Into Single SystemHaydon Kerk Motion Solutions, a manufacturer of engineered linear motion products, has developed the dual carriage RGS04 motorized linear rail assembly. This system combines many of Haydon Kerk's patented motion technologies into a single integrated system....continue
Fi-Streem Now Sold Through LabStrongAn exclusive North American distribution agreement has been signed between LabStrong Corp. and Fi-Streem International Ltd....continue
Small Screw Size Doubles Its DutyNook Industries' miniature metric 8 x 6 Ball Screw (BS) designed for light load applications delivers fast speed and close tolerance positioning. ...continue
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