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EtherCAT compliant servo drives

What is EtherCAT? EtherCAT is an Ethernet-based fieldbus system which is suitable for Control Automation Technology. It was introduced in 2003 to develop the adaption of Ethernet to automation applications which required short data update times and cycle times. It is a protocol that is...

Single cable feedback for S300 and S700 servo drive series

The memory of the drives has also been increased ensure continued development of these series of servo drives. In the future, each of the drives with increased memory will: Have new hardware versions S300: 4.20 / S700: 2.30 Have a new monitor program Have the ability to be programmed with...

Correct lubrication is fundamental to ball screw life

Lubricants are often taken for granted, however, a correctly selected lubricant can: Minimise friction Reduce torque Diminish rolling resistance Increase efficiency Extend life A ball screw must be thoroughly cleaned to remove contamination prior to lubrication and...

Remote controlled live firing trials for armoured vehicles

Engineers contacted our specialists for help with developing the system for a major overseas programme they were working on at their site in Ampthill, Bedfordshire. Richard Clark, R&D Chief Engineer at the site, said:  “Initial unmanned live firing trials had to be conducted as...

Kollmorgen's PCMM provides high performance multi-axis motion and machine control with EtherCAT

Available in the UK with full support from Heason Technology – a Kollmorgen Certified Channel Partner - the PCMM features seamless interfacing with Kollmorgen AKD® series servo drives and AKM® servo motors. With an on-board IEC 61131-3 PLC and with programming and set-up through the...

Avoid cable damage to your moving head projector

These types of projectors must be resistant and extremely flexible in order to solve a variety of problems faced by lighting engineers. For this reason, these projectors are equipped with a wide range of motors to manoeuvre them when the requirement for quiet, smooth and high-speed movements (such...