CHOOSING THE correct drive system for your application will affect many different aspects; initial outlay, running costs, performance, lifecyle costs, approval for audits, hygiene, aesthetics, downtime and others, writes Brian Bannister

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Modern drives are extremely reliable, and when properly maintained can easily last for 20-25 years or more. Andrew Pearson explains how to give your drive a long and happy life, and make sure you’re protecting your investment

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THIS YEAR marks 100 years of innovation in the drive concept utilised across the entire Sumitomo Heavy Industries Group. A historical milestone, which commenced with the invention of the Cyclo principle in 1925 by Lorenz Braren, continues to push the boundaries of processing precision, reliability and efficiency by the Group.

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Steve Hughes explores how braking resistor construction affects long-term reliability, safety, and performance

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MOTORS AND the drives that control them are critical components, many in applications where should they unexpectedly, the consequences would be catastrophic. Mika Kiviniemi, project manager at ABB’s Quality and Reliability Lab in Helsinki, explains how a focus on drive quality and reliability can be a mitigating factor

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WHEN IT comes to the world of motion control, it’s easy to take your feedback device for granted. After all, it’s a small part of the system and is typically tucked inside the motor housing, out of sight and out of mind. However, the impact this seemingly minor component has on a system’s accuracy, performance, reliability, and ease of integration is hard to overstate.

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AXIAL FLUX technology is not new; it has existed for over a century but has only recently become viable for large-scale industrial use. WEG has developed axial flux technology to meet industry requirements and industrial applications.

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Manufacuring managers are often tasked with operating at a higher energy efficiency without breaking the bank on new assets – the solution can often be found in data that’s already available, says Sue Roche.

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Central to the chain of automation, variable speed drives can be the lynchpin – and potential weak link – of a plant’s cybersecurity resilience. Prabhu Nagavi reports

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TODAY'S DIGITAL world is built on data. From search engines and streaming services to artificial intelligence and cloud computing, almost everything we use to work and relax relies on the smooth, secure operation of data centres.

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Andrea Verzaglia and Umberto Del Grande explore how new approaches to drive control are enabling legacy equipment to thrive in the Industry 4.0 era.

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Chris Diak and Robert Johansson make the safety case for electromechanical actuators over hydraulic cylinders

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LONG CABLE runs from variable speed drives (VSDs) to motors can create electrical noise and interference that severely impact system reliability. David Strain explains how to mitigate these challenges

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In the metals and mining industries, efficiency, reduced costs, and sustainability are crucial concerns. Jose Giacomoni explains the role of VSDs and how they can optimise performance

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MAREK LUKASZCZYK shares insights into the latest IE6 motor technology and its potential for the process industries.

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As industries face the urgent need to embrace hydrogen, challenges such as flammability and material embrittlement need to be addessed. João Cardante reports

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David Strain explains how variable speed drives are enhancing pump energy efficiency and performance

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WITH AN output of up to 45,000 rolls per hour, the KGV-H industrial bread roll line from the Austrian manufacturer Koenig sets new performance standards — including a 50% higher throughput than the usual commercial bread roll lines.

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Charlotte Stonestreet reports on the latest Controls, Drives & Automation webinar, sponsored by ABB, which explored the intricate relationships between circularity, sustainability, and energy efficiency. Providing the expertise on the day were Steve Hughes and Richard Gee

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OVER THE past five decades, Nidec Drives' UK manufacturing facilities have undergone significant expansion and transformation. To maintain quality standards while continuing to serve customers, employees, and stakeholders efficiently, a new solution was required to tackle a critical challenge. Sue Clark reports

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Alongside their single and three phase high powered motors, Tecnotion, the linear motor specialist, offers a selection of both iron core and ironless motors for low voltage purposes.

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The NEW POSITAPE® range of rugged Tape Extension Sensors offers up to 20000mm of linear measurement
for the harshest environments, particularly MOBILE WORKING MACHINE & OFF-HIGHWAY vehicle applications.

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The new line of drive-oriented motion control solutions, particularly tailored for dynamic applications in equipment and system building.

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Maxi in the matter of performance, control properties, and range of functions. Mini as far as price, size, and commissioning are concerned for brushless DC motors.

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Cyber dynamic line servomotors are the smart choice for limited space applications. These stainless deliver unparalleled performance, reliability and value from the smallest package.

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WITTENSTEIN’s servo actuator TPM+, precision planetary gearboxes and synchronous servo motors are integrated without a clutch for a unit that is flexible in its application.

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SICK’s inductive, capacitive and magnetic proximity sensors offer a long service life, extreme ruggedness and the utmost precision - providing non-contact detection of a wide variety of objects and media.

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Guaranteed to put you in control

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Looking for a compact low cost linear positioning stage? LG Motion has the answer with XSlide™

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The new Nanotec catalogue has been published.

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Series 725 is an optical shaft encoder that is specifically designed for the challenges of an industrial environment

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UNIVERSAL SI and SMI worm gear units from NORD DRIVESYSTEMS provide a high power density and are extremely compact.

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WITTENSTEIN provide an optimum system solution comprising a gearhead, rack and pinion and accessories tailored to your requirements.

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The POSIROT® range of PRAS (Analogue) and PRDS (Digital) Rotary Sensors are based around a contact free,
magnetically coupled encoder device which has been developed to work in rugged and harsh environments.

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Special Executions

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