ACROSS THE UK, initiatives like UK RAS STEPS are pushing the boundaries of robotics and human–machine interaction, accelerating systems that can respond dynamically to real-world conditions and user behaviour. Dave Walsha explores the role of motors in enabling these systems.

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DAVE WALSHA explores how robotics is placing increasing demands on motor technology and what engineers must consider when selecting motors to meet modern automation demands.

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Stuart Swarbrick explains why smart, connected drives are the key to improving efficiency, increasing flexibility, and boosting productivity in modern manufacturing environments

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THOMAS MARKS, director general at The Association of Electrical and Mechanical Trades, outlines the changing drivers behind repair versus replace decisions and explains how the Association is evolving to meet them.

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

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When a Welsh based Steel works required an upgrade of the roller table gearboxes on their casting production line, they turned to Rossi Gearmotors UK. Rossi have an unrivalled experience and reputation in supplying OEMs and end users, within the global metal manufacturing industry. Majority of the world's largest steel producing companies have Rossi products installed on their machinery, in various arduous applications either via OEM equipment or via retrofitting equipment upgrades.

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SICK’s 2D and 3D vision cameras can be used to solve a wide range of applications where there is a need to measure, locate, inspect and identify.

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Series 260 is a Low Profile Encoder with a Flexible spring mounted up to 2540 PPR and with Up to 12 pole commutation available

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Handles and knobs in RAL 9002 white colour with a smooth surface to make cleaning operations easier.

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STOBER is surprising the industry with its presentation of the new EZS and EZM servo ball screw motors. Their ultra compact construction is based on the technology of the EZ and EZF servo motors introduced last year.

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Backward curved impeller. This is an example of the other types of impeller we can fabricate and balance.

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Short cycle times, consistent parts quality FANUC ROBOSHOT takes state-of-the-art CNC precision technology from turning and milling and applies it to electric injection moulding.

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STOBER is enhancing its servo system offer with a complete new development of servo motor the "EZ" that provides the best performance for demanding solutions. As a result this new motor is well suited to times of change in which the market demands a new philosophy for smart, efficient solutions.

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Suds Pumps. From stock or an very short delivery.

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Workpiece touch probes are essential to series production, tool making and mould making.

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All your parts online That part you need is just a few clicks away. Register now for full 24/7 access to a huge selection of original equipment parts straight from the manufacturer.

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0.75 kW - 2.8 MW Heavy Duty

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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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The PNOZ m B0 base unit is an energy efficient safety controller that uses up to 80 % less energy than comparable products.

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