Mechanical Components

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  • Compact wheel drive units for AGVs and robots

    Each unit consists of a powerful brushless DC motor, a high-torque planetary gearbox, a magnetic encoder and an exchangeable wheel.

  • PennEngineering acquires Sherex Fastening Solutions

    The acquisition expands PennEngineering’s product portfolio and technical reach.

  • Microcontrollers reduce vibration in BLDC applications

    These offer a solution for addressing noise, vibration, harshness and efficiency in a wide variety of cost-sensitive applications.

  • Funding to catalyze industrial decarbonization with high-efficiency, sustainable motors

    Funding will support continued development of lighter advanced electric motors by Infinitum and Rockwell Automation in pursuit of energy efficiency and decarbonization goals.

  • Watch NASA test a 3D-printed rocket engine

    The first full-scale 3D-printed rotating detonation rocket engine developed by NASA was successfully tested.

  • Water heating with a dual-source solar heat pump

    A highly efficient solar-air dual-source heat pump for water heating applications enables forced convection during partial sunshine and diffuse light conditions.

  • Retaining magnets for universal fastening and closing

    An expanded line of retaining magnets supports more applications with new materials, shapes, systems and even raw magnets.

  • Device designed to salvage stagnant satellites

    The magnetic damping device is designed to terminate the tumbling motion of defunct satellites, making it easier to recover and remove them.

  • igus launches AI-powered igusGO App to help users find the right motion plastics solutions for their industrial application

    The app recommends suitable igus bearings, linear guides, cable carriers and other products to reduce costs and extend machine service life.

  • Comau deploys innovative dedicated hybrid transmission assembly lines for Hycet

    The end-to-end solution grants an annual production capacity of 150,000 units per line with a cycle time of less than two minutes.

  • Made for heavy lifting: NORD Drivesystems supplies the crane industry with innovative solutions to move the toughest loads

    NORD’s drive solutions for cranes feature heavy-duty industrial gear motors, dynamic electronic control products, and functional safety modules to keep crane systems operating efficiently.

  • Akribis introduces magnetic springs for gravity compensation applications

    The magnetic springs deliver high-speed strokes and instant response without the need for external power and control, linear guides or expensive air systems.

  • Key advantages of air motors

    There are a few characteristics of air motors that are universally valued and make them the motor of choice for certain applications.

  • Video: Reduce fuel costs with new engine-driven welders

    Smaller and lighter than previous models, these welders provide lower fuel costs and reduced noise while delivering improved weld process, parameter control and output.

  • Robust, compact, Ex-compatible and with many optional features: New series of Ex solenoid interlocks

    The solenoid interlocks keep guard doors and maintenance flaps locked until dangerous movements inside machines and plants have come to a complete standstill.

  • Baxi launches full range of air source heat pump training

    The courses are available at Baxi’s network of training centers across the U.K.

  • NORD Drivesystems charts a path toward a more sustainable future

    Sustainability issues are being addressed by the company through five main fields of action.

  • Stainless steel AC inverter-duty gearmotors are rated IP-69K

    These units are designed to operate in wet, dusty, washdown environments, or where equipment is subject to particularly intensive high-pressure cleaning.

  • FPT Industrial powers the 2024 Best Utility “Tractor of the Year” with its F36 engine

    The engine for light and midrange applications above 56 kW (75 hp) delivers high performance and low operating costs with a very compact layout.

  • Application-specific NDF gearbox for Delta robot drives

    Neugart is expanding its range of application-specific gearboxes with a solution specifically for use in Delta robots.

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