A sliding clutch design makes for a compact unit and eliminates the need for a separate manual override unit. Quick and easy to install with standard ISO5211 valve mounting pad and double square ...

New additions to the WhisperTrak linear actuator line double force-handling capability from 2 kN to 4 kN; provide higher-speed operation at 2 kN; and offer new options for low-level switching, limit ...

The Smart Digit and Smart Bug linear actuators integrate a variety of components, making them self-contained systems. These include Silvermax servomotors from Quick Silver, an optical encoder, digital ...

Suitable for use in robotics, pick-and-place and packaging equipment, medical equipment, positioning systems, and other applications, the Digit-HS series of compact in-line actuators is available in 2 ...

Tolomatic has expanded its new line of ERD electric rod-style actuators to make the line more flexible than ever before. Enhancements such as ball screws, motor mounts for NEMA and metric stepper and ...

Hamburg, Germany-based Lindal Group is expanding with a new production line in North America for its nasal actuator product called Pinocchio. The new line at Lindal's Columbus, Ind., facility will ...

What an actuator is, and what the difference is between linear and rotary The three main energy types—electric, pneumatic and hydraulic—plus thermal, magnetic and piezoelectric What to keep in mind ...

A single power plant uses hundreds of valves to control almost every aspect of its operation. Valves, in conjunction with a controlling actuator, are used for pollution control, feed water, cooling ...

Engineers need to know the difference between the two actuators to assure they specify the right ones for their applications. In the world of fast-paced industrial automation, design engineers build ...