Rotating shaft guards,
Booth 1002 This
company provides close-coupled spacer and line shaft guards to
complement its flexible shaft couplings as a standard shaft
connection product. A type MCG motor coupling guard is offered
as an economical addition for NEMA and IEC frame motors.
Coupling types include elastomer, grid, disc, gear and fluid
coupling types in close-coupled, spacer, floating shaft and
dual-purpose configurations.
Microstepping drive,
Booth 1411 The
Pacific Scientific P7000 Series microstepping drive provides
servo-like performance with its Encoderless Stall Detection,
which prevents stalling down to and including rest without the
need for a separate feedback device. Designed to power any
2-phase NEMA motor, the drive uses multi-step positioning to
convert full step indexing commands into smooth microstepping
resolution.
Planetary gearheads,
Booth 1416 Available
in gear ratios from 3:1 to 100:1, the SP+ series of gearheads
features noise levels to 64 dB(A), which the manufacturer says
is four times quieter than standard gearheads. Torque capacity
is 20% higher than previous units, with 17-750 Nm nominal and
40-1100 Nm acceleration torques. Backlash is <4 to <6
arc-minutes, with optional backlash down to <1 arc-minute.
High torque servomotor,
Booth 1424 Used to
propel North Dakota State University’s solar racecar to
victory in July 2003’s American Solar Challenge was the
industrial e-TORQ motor. The 10 hp unit, typically used in
packaging machinery and medical equipment, operated with
greater than 90% energy efficiency at a fraction of the cost
of specially built solar vehicle motors.
Motion components,
Booth 1427 This
company offers a wide variety of Pacific Rim-manufactured
components. Their Electric Motor division’s catalog includes
motors, armature assemblies, commutators, shafts, magnet
housings, magnets and castings. The Hydraulic division can
supply valve assemblies, valve components, pistons, gears and
gear reduction units.
One- and two-axis controllers,
Booth 1539 Targeting
hydraulic, pneumatic and electric servo motion control
applications is the RMC70 Series of motion controllers, with
position, velocity and position/pressure control capabilities.
The initial version, the RMC75S-MA1, is oriented toward linear
motion control, and features RS232/485 serial communications
and interfaces to magnetostrictive displacement and
synchronous serial interface transducers.
Helicoidal gearmotors,
Booth 1622 Designed
to offer high torque per dollar in a small package, Series B
Conex helicoidal gearmotors deliver up to 20 hp and maximum
output torque to 5000 lb-in. with 10 standard ratios from 5:1
to 60:1. Universal gearcase sizes are available from 02 to 11
for interchangeability. Capable of being close coupled with
standard NEMA and IEC frame motors, the SWIFT motor connection
system eliminates fretting corrosion.
Motors, bearings and cooling fans,
Booth 1640 This
company will be presenting samples from its lines of hybrid
and permanent magnet step motors, as well as their new line of
brushless DC motors. There will also be representations of
their miniature ball bearings that range in size from 0.1181-
to 1.000-in. OD, as well as a display of AC & DC axial
fans and blowers ranging from 25 to 172 mm in diameter.
Rugged brush motor,
Booth 1642 The
TG3300-63 series brush DC motor features 495W continuous shaft
power, peak torque of 425 oz-in., max speed of 13,000 rpm and
efficiency up to 90%. The high power density suits it for
in-the-field battery-powered operations needing high
torque-to-weight ratios and flat torque output across its
speed range. The motor design eliminates eddy currents and
hysteresis.
Cartesian motion system, controllers and chain
conveyors,
Booth 1811 Visitors
to this booth will see this company’s pre-configured
Cartesian robots, offered in 1, 2 or 3 axes. Designed for
payloads up to 25 kg, the system uses the manufacturer’s
standard compact modules and servo drives. Also being shown is
the IndraControl L controller for PLC integration into a wide
range of equipment, and the VarioFlow chain conveyor in widths
from 80 to 320 mm, plus a stainless steel version.
Inverter duty gearmotors,
Booth 1819 This
series of motors, specifically designed for use with
adjustable speed controls, is rated at 3/8 hp, 230V 3 phase,
and 60 Hz. Available gear ratios range from 5:1 to 75:1 for
right angle units, and 5:1 to 30:1 for standard parallel
shaft. The totally enclosed, fan cooled units are protected to
IP-44 ratings, and have Inverter Spike Resistant magnet wire
for increased protection against voltage spikes and corona
damage.
Miniature actuator,
Booth 2011 The Type
KR15 LM Guide Actuator compactly combines a miniature LM Guide
and ballscrew in one block. The device’s use of 4-row
circular contact results in high rigidity and low fluctuation
of rolling resistance under a load. Positioning accuracies are
0.040 mm in high-grade configuration and 0.020 mm in precision
grade. Rail lengths range from 75 to 200 mm.
Custom control systems,
Booth 2021 The
InteMod Platform will be demonstrated to illustrate this
company’s ability to modify and scale hardened control
modules to fit any operation, graphical display, keypad or
custom application. The company is equipped to design,
engineer and mass-produce control systems that enable
unskilled workers to operate complex equipment and processes
in a wide variety of commercial, industrial environments.
Motors with drives,
Booth 2043 Currently
available in NEMA motor sizes 14, 17, 23 and 24, and in a
choice of stack lengths, the MDrive stepping motors feature
high torque and on-board electronics. Current versions include
Microstepping, Speed Control with Oscillator and Motion
Control with Indexer, all with options such as encoder, linear
actuator, planetary gearbox and rear knob for manual control.
Compact encoder,
Booth 2439 Available
in 12- or 14-bit resolution versions (up to 16,384
words/turn), the Model 7700 compact modular encoder provides
absolute positioning and high performance, based on the
company’s Virtual Absolute design. It facilitates
installation with its optional commutation tracks and
eliminates the need for Hall effect feedback for brushless
motors.
ROSE,
Booth 2543 A 335 mm
Reflective Optical Sensing Encoder achieves multiple line
counts with just one module. Designed for use with this
company’s brushed and brushless motors, the encoder has
multi-tracked code discs to enable resolutions of 192, 200,
250, 256, 360, 400, 500 and 512 cpr. The rotary-to-digital
feedback device translates realtime shaft angle, speed and
direction of rotation to TTL-compatible outputs.
Position & fluid transfer,
Booth 2620 The
Rotary Union line from this company includes 26 series
designed for diverse applications from roll chilling
operations to hydraulic/pneumatic clutch activation and fluid
power transfer. A line of linear actuators covers capacities
from 100 to 350 lbs and is offered in a wide variety of
configurations The Spiracon roller screw line handles loads up
to 112 tons at speeds up to 98 ft/min.
Non-captive linear actuator,
Booth 2633 Size 11
joins larger sizes 14, 17, 23 and 34 in this company’s
non-captive linear actuator line. Built for a life of several
million cycles, the actuator features engineering
thermoplastics in the rotor drive nut and a stainless steel
Acme lead screw. Resolutions range from 0.000125- to 0.002-in.
per step. Thrusts up to 25 lbs are delivered without
compromising long life or cost.
Step motors,
Booth 2635 This company
specializes in designing hybrid step motors to ‘maximize
torque at desired speed.’ Their product line includes
drivers, optical encoders, spur and planetary gearboxes,
integrated step motors and controllers, and customized step
motors. At only 12 mm thick, their frame size 14 3609Z modular
motor is said to be the thinnest 0.9 stepper motor in the
world.
Self-lubricating bearings & slides,
Booth 2928 The
Simplicity line of bearings and slides use FrelonGOLD
self-lubricating bearing material. The company also carries
Feather Shaft and Feather Rail ceramic-coated shafts,
Mini-Rail monorails with FrelonGOLD rolling elements, and the
Dolphin Guide line of 2-piece linear slides. For heavy-duty
applications, there are Hevi-Rail bearing systems for up to
100 tons, and Redi-Rail guides for high load capacities.
Compact AC controller,
Booth 3022 The
ES01/ES02 series of compact AC motor speed controllers accept
input voltages of 110/115V and 200/230V, respectively. They
can be used to control AC motors and gearmotors over a wide
speed range of 90 to 1400 rpm (50 Hz) and 90 to 1600 rpm (60
Hz). Features include controlled acceleration/deceleration for
smooth start/stop, instantaneous stopping, and setting desired
speed with either a built-in or external potentiometer.
Hazardous environment controllers,
Booth 3441 This
company’s family of industrial and automation products,
designed for hazardous environments, has received CSA Class 1
Div. 2 Groups ABCD certification. The Boss 32 and the
Universal Machine Controller can be fitted into NEMA 4X
enclosures for use in areas related to oil and gas, paint,
mining, chemical, medical and other industries.
Custom motion control,
Booth 3535 This
custom motion control manufacturer specializes in gear-related
products and assemblies. Products include speed reducers,
gearboxes, precision gears, pinions, worm/worm wheels, etc.
Electromechanical devices and systems as well as optical
assemblies are available for a diverse range of applications.
They also offer extensive metallurgical and secondary
processing knowledge.
Modular safety systems,
Booth 4842 The
PNOZmulti modular safety system optimizes applications of
medium complexity with 4 and 14 safety function, allowing
flexible but simple configuration of E-STOP switches, safety
doors, light curtains, switch mats or monitoring of 2-handed
operations. Safety BUSp open field bus system networks with
PSS and decentralized applications, such as light curtains and
safety gates.
Portable controller,
Booth 5021 Suited
for various metering and machine control applications, the
JETT·ce features a Windows CE.NET operating system, Xscale
processor, sunlight-readable display with optional touch
screen and various interfaces. One RS-232 serial port is
standard, while an additional RS-232, RS-422 or RS-485 port is
available. Standard 64 MB SDRAM and 16 MB built-in CF is
expandable to 2 GB.
Automation products,
Booth 5611
This company’s
1300+ page catalog and online store contains PLCs, operator
interfaces, drives, motor controls, sensors, pushbuttons,
enclosures and more. A recent partnership adds motor
contactors, overload relays and manual motor starters (up to
100 hp @ 480 VAC), as well as large contactors and overloads
for motors up to 300 hp @ 480 VAC).
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This
company provides close-coupled spacer and line shaft guards to
complement its flexible shaft couplings as a standard shaft
connection product. A type MCG motor coupling guard is offered
as an economical addition for NEMA and IEC frame motors.
Coupling types include elastomer, grid, disc, gear and fluid
coupling types in close-coupled, spacer, floating shaft and
dual-purpose configurations.
Microstepping drive,
Available
in gear ratios from 3:1 to 100:1, the SP+ series of gearheads
features noise levels to 64 dB(A), which the manufacturer says
is four times quieter than standard gearheads. Torque capacity
is 20% higher than previous units, with 17-750 Nm nominal and
40-1100 Nm acceleration torques. Backlash is <4 to <6
arc-minutes, with optional backlash down to <1 arc-minute.
High torque servomotor, 
This
company offers a wide variety of Pacific Rim-manufactured
components. Their Electric Motor division’s catalog includes
motors, armature assemblies, commutators, shafts, magnet
housings, magnets and castings. The Hydraulic division can
supply valve assemblies, valve components, pistons, gears and
gear reduction units.
One- and two-axis controllers, 
Designed
to offer high torque per dollar in a small package, Series B
Conex helicoidal gearmotors deliver up to 20 hp and maximum
output torque to 5000 lb-in. with 10 standard ratios from 5:1
to 60:1. Universal gearcase sizes are available from 02 to 11
for interchangeability. Capable of being close coupled with
standard NEMA and IEC frame motors, the SWIFT motor connection
system eliminates fretting corrosion.
Motors, bearings and cooling fans, 
The
TG3300-63 series brush DC motor features 495W continuous shaft
power, peak torque of 425 oz-in., max speed of 13,000 rpm and
efficiency up to 90%. The high power density suits it for
in-the-field battery-powered operations needing high
torque-to-weight ratios and flat torque output across its
speed range. The motor design eliminates eddy currents and
hysteresis.
Cartesian motion system, controllers and chain
conveyors, 
This
series of motors, specifically designed for use with
adjustable speed controls, is rated at 3/8 hp, 230V 3 phase,
and 60 Hz. Available gear ratios range from 5:1 to 75:1 for
right angle units, and 5:1 to 30:1 for standard parallel
shaft. The totally enclosed, fan cooled units are protected to
IP-44 ratings, and have Inverter Spike Resistant magnet wire
for increased protection against voltage spikes and corona
damage.
Miniature actuator,
The
InteMod Platform will be demonstrated to illustrate this
company’s ability to modify and scale hardened control
modules to fit any operation, graphical display, keypad or
custom application. The company is equipped to design,
engineer and mass-produce control systems that enable
unskilled workers to operate complex equipment and processes
in a wide variety of commercial, industrial environments.
Motors with drives, 
Available
in 12- or 14-bit resolution versions (up to 16,384
words/turn), the Model 7700 compact modular encoder provides
absolute positioning and high performance, based on the
company’s Virtual Absolute design. It facilitates
installation with its optional commutation tracks and
eliminates the need for Hall effect feedback for brushless
motors.
ROSE, 
The
Rotary Union line from this company includes 26 series
designed for diverse applications from roll chilling
operations to hydraulic/pneumatic clutch activation and fluid
power transfer. A line of linear actuators covers capacities
from 100 to 350 lbs and is offered in a wide variety of
configurations The Spiracon roller screw line handles loads up
to 112 tons at speeds up to 98 ft/min.
Non-captive linear actuator, 
This company
specializes in designing hybrid step motors to ‘maximize
torque at desired speed.’ Their product line includes
drivers, optical encoders, spur and planetary gearboxes,
integrated step motors and controllers, and customized step
motors. At only 12 mm thick, their frame size 14 3609Z modular
motor is said to be the thinnest 0.9 stepper motor in the
world.
Self-lubricating bearings & slides, 
The
ES01/ES02 series of compact AC motor speed controllers accept
input voltages of 110/115V and 200/230V, respectively. They
can be used to control AC motors and gearmotors over a wide
speed range of 90 to 1400 rpm (50 Hz) and 90 to 1600 rpm (60
Hz). Features include controlled acceleration/deceleration for
smooth start/stop, instantaneous stopping, and setting desired
speed with either a built-in or external potentiometer.
Hazardous environment controllers, 
This
custom motion control manufacturer specializes in gear-related
products and assemblies. Products include speed reducers,
gearboxes, precision gears, pinions, worm/worm wheels, etc.
Electromechanical devices and systems as well as optical
assemblies are available for a diverse range of applications.
They also offer extensive metallurgical and secondary
processing knowledge.
Modular safety systems, 
Suited
for various metering and machine control applications, the
JETT·ce features a Windows CE.NET operating system, Xscale
processor, sunlight-readable display with optional touch
screen and various interfaces. One RS-232 serial port is
standard, while an additional RS-232, RS-422 or RS-485 port is
available. Standard 64 MB SDRAM and 16 MB built-in CF is
expandable to 2 GB.
Automation products,