Motors, Drives
Eight factors to consider when implementing a linear motion application
When implementing and specifying a linear motion application, users should consider many aspects including the required accuracy, speed, and the duty cycle to ensure the best possible performance.
Maintenance, installation guidelines for linear motion applications
Consider these installation, maintenance, and operating tips and advice for a linear motion system.
Top 5 Plant Engineering articles November 19-25
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Four potential futuristic attributes of collaborative robots
Collaborative robots will continue to evolve and future research may allow them to become more interactive and adaptable to human behavior.
What’s in a nameplate?
Information helps the selection of the right motor regardless of application.
2018 Product of the Year Finalists
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Keeping the noise down
Ethernet-enabled motor integration offers an automation solution.
Induction motor series
ATO's induction motor series ranges from 1 to 7.5 HP and comes in 2-, 4-, sand 6-pole three phase ac induction motors as well as ODP or TEFC enclosure types.
Compressed air and VFDs: Get the most from your system: Your questions answered
Webcast presenter Jarrett Affolter answered questions about topics such as cost benefits of a compressed air system, recommended volume for an air tank, and when to use fixed speed or variable speed.
Six common reasons why electric motors fail
A number of reasons can cause an electric motor to fail. Six reasons are discussed.