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Kollmorgen introduces the P80360 stepper drive with closed-loop position control

Kollmorgen have introduced the P80360 stepper drive, the newest addition to the company’s flagship P8000 stepper platform.Like other drives in the series, the P80360 incorporates innovative stepless control technology to deliver smooth, quiet motion and optimal performance across the full speed range. Additionally, the P80360 stepper drive offers closed-loop...

Trio Motion Technology is offering a…

50% Exchange Discount Scheme! As an alternative to repairing a faulty product (Motion Coordinators, CAN I/O, EtherCAT I/O) Trio Motion Technology offers a 50% Exchange Discount Scheme. This offer is not for general purchasing but is intended as an alternative to repair, for devices that were originally shipped between two years ago but less than 5 years ago, hence...

What are the basic elements of a servo system?

Article Posted by Kollmorgen on 10th May 2023 on the Kollmorgen Blog in MotionIn its basic form, a servo system consists of an actuator (the muscle), a control device (the brain), and a feedback element (the senses). In the automation world, while the muscle can be a variety of mechanisms, it is most likely represented by a servo motor. The brain can also be...

What can manual brake release and override do for your machines?

These options for the new Electrak® XD actuator can come to your rescue in sticky situations.   If you ever deal with situations where a machine component is stuck, breaks or finds itself in an awkward position, don't fret. The new Thomson Electrak® XD electric linear actuator can be moved manually into a position to allow user access for maintenance. This...