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Mon 4th Nov 2024 - Akribis DGL Modular Direct Drive Linear Slides from Micromech

The Akribis DGL series is a range of modular direct drive linear slides. The DGL utilises the Akribis range of ironless and iron core motors along with encoder feedback and dual linear bearing guides in an aluminium housing to form a compact, high performance stage.


Thu 31st Oct 2024 - What is the universe made of? How did it start?

An article from the Spinea Blog....TwinSpin® high-precision gearboxes play a key role in the proper control, parameter setting and precision maintenance of the particle accelerators at CERN.


Tue 22nd Oct 2024 - Motion for Missiles: Optimizing Performance

Missile systems continue to evolve to meet specialized needs — from tactical guided missiles to longer-range strategic weapons, each designed for launch from a particular platform to reach a particular target.


Mon 14th Oct 2024 - Direct Drive Frameless Motors: High Torque and Efficiency for Diverse Applications

An article from the Akribis Blog....To control motion in an electromechanical system, many traditional servo or brushless motors can fit the bill.


Mon 7th Oct 2024 - Success Story from Kollmorgen - Taking Laser Cutting Performance to the Next Level by Enhancing Precision while Reducing Size, Weight & Cost

For many decades, a major manufacturer of advanced laser-cutting machines has partnered with Kollmorgen to solve each new motion challenge in an ever-evolving market. Today, more than ever, the company relies on Kollmorgen’s collaborative engineering expertise in the design of new motion systems that drive higher metal-cutting throughput and precision while meeting a range of price points to serve a diverse and growing customer base.


Tue 1st Oct 2024 - Check out the Akribis DGH range of Linear Stages for the highest precision applications

The Akribis DGH series is a range of high precision modular direct drive linear slides utilising a direct drive linear motor positioning system.


Mon 23rd Sep 2024 - Vibration. The transfer of energy, information and the elimination of sources of vibration

An article from Spinea's Blog - The integration of the TwinSpin® cycloidal reduction high precision gearbox from the SPINEA into a wide range of specific applications in opera halls is the result of the extensive theoretical and practical experience of the highly qualified experts employed by the company, which has also been satisfying the highly specified needs of customers around the world for years.


Mon 9th Sep 2024 - Easy-to-Clean, Durable Motion Systems for Food Processing and Packaging

The food processing and packaging industry plays a major role in ensuring that the final product is safe to consume. While food safety is a serious requirement, it also presents significant challenges for manufacturers.


Wed 4th Sep 2024 - RTA X-PLUS S Stepper Drives with STO (Safe Torque Off) function from Micromech

RTA X-PLUS S stepping motor drive series with step and direction interface and direct mains input (110v AC to 230v AC)


Wed 28th Aug 2024 - Akribis SGR Rod Motor Modules With Optical Encoder Deliver Submicron Positioning Accuracy

In rapidly evolving sectors such as semiconductor, biotechnology, precision assembly, and battery manufacturing, the trend towards smaller and faster equipment and systems necessitates that positioning stages evolve accordingly.


Mon 19th Aug 2024 - Akribis ACR Arc Motors, precise angular motion

The Akribis ACR series ironless arc motors are designed for angular motion with constrained rotation up to 360 degrees.


Mon 12th Aug 2024 - Micromech is excited to announce the addition of SPINEA TwinSpin® High Precision Compact Gearheads to our range of motion control products

SPINEA’s state of the art engineering capabilities enable joint product development with customers as well as tailored solutions to suit any application.


Mon 29th Jul 2024 - Success Story from Kollmorgen - Food Processor Meets Hygienic Requirements with Innovative Motor Design

Patented Kollmorgen Motors Prevent Ingress in Washdown Environments


Wed 24th Jul 2024 - RTA X-PLUS MT Stepper Drives with Modbus interface and optional STO (Safe Torque Off) function available from Micromech.

Direct mains input (110v AC to 230v AC), Auto-Sync function available, Optimised for Sanyo Denki stepping motors with/without encoder


Mon 8th Jul 2024 - Getting Started Sizing and Selecting Servos: Understanding the Need for a System Solution

Servo systems incorporate a feedback device that reports rotor position to the drive so that it can continuously adjust the current it delivers for precise control of motor speed, torque and position.


Mon 1st Jul 2024 - High quality, cost effective stepper drives with EtherCAT from top Italian manufacturer R.T.A. available from Micromech

Apart from being high quality and extremely cost-effective, R.T.A’.s stepper drives offer EtherCat among a host of other features.


Wed 26th Jun 2024 - Akribis AXD Iron Core Rotary Motors from Micromech

The most popular rotary motor in the Akribis range


Wed 19th Jun 2024 - Introducing DX3... Trio's Cost Optimised EtherCAT Servo Drive.

DX3, the single-axis ac servo drive, is designed to create the most cost-effective optimised entry level solution with excellent performance and practical control functions.


Thu 13th Jun 2024 - Success Story from Kollmorgen - Automating Metal Forming Systems to Improve Productivity and Flexibility

A leading machine builder in Italy supports more than 1,500 factories worldwide, providing manufacturing solutions for chimney pipes, air conditioning, automotive, medical and pharmaceutical applications.


Mon 3rd Jun 2024 - PM Bearings PMMR micro slides. Precision, miniature bearings…Compact, precise, smooth motion from Micromech

High speed, high dynamics, high rigidity and durability as well as limited space are just a few of the challenges faced by todays precision industries.


Mon 20th May 2024 - Akribis direct drive motors, stages, and precision systems from Micromech

Akribis are world leaders in cutting edge Direct Drive Technology and manufacture a comprehensive range of high precision direct drive motors, stages and systems.


Tue 7th May 2024 - Have You Considered a Frameless Motor?

Article Posted by Kollmorgen on 18th April 2024 on the Kollmorgen Blog in Motion


Mon 29th Apr 2024 - Kollmorgen’s low-temperature servo technology simplifies cleaning of solar energy heliostats

Success story from Kollmorgen


Mon 15th Apr 2024 - How to Cut Time and Cost by Customising Motion Control Systems with Standard Components

Technical article from Thomson


Tue 9th Apr 2024 - Does your motion control system require UL certification?

Micromech Systems has the expertise to build bespoke UL compliant motion control systems suitable for export to the USA and Canada.


Mon 25th Mar 2024 - Direct Drive Helps Improve the Production Speed and Quality of Electric Vehicle Batteries

Success story from Kollmorgen


Tue 19th Mar 2024 - Electrification of Linear Actuators Bring New Productivity and Flexibility to Material Handling

Technical article from Thomson


Mon 11th Mar 2024 - Compact, Efficient Motion Powers a Submersible Robot for In-Service Inspection of Fuel Storage Tanks

Success story from Kollmorgen


Mon 4th Mar 2024 - Virtual Design Collaboration Lends Key Support to Self-Standing Crutch Prototype

Technical article from Thomson


Mon 26th Feb 2024 - The new X-PLUS RS4 Stepping Motor Drive

Precision, Power, Safety


Mon 19th Feb 2024 - Kollmorgen Helps Salvagnini Build More Energy-Efficient Metal-Bending Machines

Kollmorgen Success Story


Tue 13th Feb 2024 - Electric Actuators Continue Gaining Traction in MOH Applications

Technical article from Thomson


Tue 6th Feb 2024 - Accelerating the Development of Next-Generation Prostheses and Exoskeletons

Kollmorgen Success Story


Mon 22nd Jan 2024 - Calculating the Total Value of Hygienic Machine Design

Washdown is a principal cause of motor failure. OEMs and producers spend a lot of money to protect motors, and lose a lot on downtime. But there’s a better way.


Wed 17th Jan 2024 - The new CSD ET S4 Stepping Motor Drive

STO and Closed-Loop in a compact 24-48 VDC drive. The CSD stepper drive series is one of RTA's worldwide best-sellers since its first release in 2009.


Tue 9th Jan 2024 - Extending UAV Flight Time and Distance Through Optimized Motor Selection

Your unmanned aerial vehicles can fly longer and farther, remaining on station for as long as needed to complete missions successfully.


Tue 2nd Jan 2024 - The new PC-MCAT-2 motion controller from Trio

The new Trio motion controller with software integration provides complete machine control and optimises multi-axis motion coordination.