| January 20, 2026 | Volume 22 Issue 03 |
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 | 27,000 Stock Metric Gears from KHK
KHK USA offers the largest selection of stock metric gears in North America -- with over 27,000 configurations. KHK USA offers Metric Spur Gears, Metric Helical Gears, Metric Internal Ring Gears, Metric Gear Racks, Metric Bevel Gears, Metric Worms and Wormwheels all from stock! Free 3D CAD models, technical specs and 24/7 price and availability are all detailed online.
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 | Next-gen palletizing aims to transform manufacturing
Universal Robots (UR) and Robotiq unveiled a groundbreaking robotic palletizing solution at CES 2026 in collaboration with Siemens. The joint demonstration in Las Vegas highlighted how advanced robotics and digital twin technology can accelerate industrial transformation for manufacturers worldwide. The solution combines Robotiq's PAL Ready palletizing cell with a UR20 robot arm, integrated into Siemens' automation hardware and new Digital Twin Composer software.
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 | Large aperture air bearing rotation stage made in the USA
The A-688 rotary air bearing stage from PI delivers nanometer-level precision, frictionless motion, and long-term reliability for metrology, optics, photonics, and semiconductor applications. Its 260-mm clear aperture supports large optical or mechanical payloads, while the ironless direct-drive motor and high-resolution encoders achieve 0.0015 µrad angular resolution with minimal wobble and runout. With no wear or lubrication, it offers cleanroom-ready, particle-free performance for ultra-precision alignment, inspection, and scanning systems.
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 | New Exlar food-grade actuator
Curtiss-Wright's Actuation Division has expanded its Exlar line with hygienic electric actuators using FDA-approved materials and finishes. Designed for food, beverage, packaging, and pharmaceutical automation, the new GTF unit enables economical USDA, 3-A, BISSC, and EHEDG certification. Its IP69K washdown option, inverted roller screw, and compact servo-driven design deliver reliable, high-performance motion for hygienic machinery.
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 | Southco launches EC Damping Hinge
The EC Damping Hinge's strength brings the same features found in high-end kitchen cabinet hinges to environments where the stakes are much higher than a slamming door making a loud noise. Repeated use and heavy loads mean greater risk for injury when technicians are operating machinery, and the EC Damping Hinge can mitigate this. This hinge provides a higher quality operating and working experience, because end users benefit from smoothly opening and closing panels.
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 | Halex liquid-tight and FMC conduit fittings
AutomationDirect has added Halex liquid-tight metallic and non-metallic fittings that ensure a secure bond between conduits and enclosures, delivering a dependable seal that protects against moisture, oil, and contaminants. Available in trade sizes from 3/8 in. to 2 in. in both straight and 90-degree configurations, these fittings come with insulated and non-insulated options. Halex Flexible Metal Conduit (FMC) fittings provide strong, reliable connections between flexible metal conduit, or aluminum and steel AC/MC cable, and metal boxes or enclosures. Offered in trade sizes from 3/8 in. to 4 in., these fittings are available in straight and 90-degree styles with a choice of squeeze, screw-in, set screw, saddle, or specialty connectors. Corrosion-resistant zinc finish.
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 | NORD electric motors: Reliable, versatile, energy efficient
NORD DRIVESYSTEMS offers a range of powerful, energy-saving electric motors including asynchronous, synchronous, explosion protected, and smooth-body versions. These motors are built in-house for high availability, deliver high efficiency, and meet all common global efficiency regulations and standards. Thanks to the modular design, they are compatible with the full NORD gear unit and variable frequency drive portfolio and can also be used as stand-alone motors.
Learn more and see all your options. |
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 | Most Popular 2025 Part 2
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| | Videos+: Technologies and inspiration in action | RC car built on drone platform smashes speed record
YouTuber and radio controlled cars enthusiast Steve Eng (Steve Wallis) in the UK has smashed the world electric RC car speed record with a sprint of 234.7 mph. What makes The Beast car so special? It was built from the ground up using a drone design concept -- like a flattened UAV on wheels. See how he built the record-setting car in lots of glorious detail, including motors, electrical/electronics, and even 3D printing. Wallis is a real fan of Onshape cloud-native CAD, so see how he uses that too. [Credit: Screenshot courtesy of Steve Eng]
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See how Wallis built his first 200+-mph car based on the drone concept. |
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