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| 19th December 2011 | Xpress PAC is a truly Integrated Machine Control Solution |
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Xpress PAC from Micromech is the first truly integrated family of machine control solutions available from one vendor. From HMI to mechanics and everything in between, Parker's Xpress PAC family of programmable automation control products offer unique advantages unavailable from any other source..............more............... |
| 12th December 2011 | Delta Tau tales of motion control Episode 17: The Power PMAC is a CAT with extra lives |
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The Power PMAC from Delta Tau is a CAT that can live alongside a great number of motor drives from many other suppliers. This means a variety of apparently disparate motor drives can be linked on a common network, and it also controls any other I/O at the same time. In fact, Power PMAC forms the EtherCAT Master removing the need for separate motion control and network controllers .............more............... |
| 12th December 2011 | Christmas/New Year Opening Times |
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Our Christmas opening hours.............more............... |
| 5th December 2011 | The Sigma-5 EtherCAT C from Yaskawa provides real-time Ethernet interface for an EtherCAT communication network |
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The SGDV-OCA01A network module is an add-on board which is compatible with Sigma-5 series command option attachable amplifiers SGDV with the communication protocol CANopen (CoE =CAN over EtherCAT). EtherCAT is an open real-time Ethernet network supported by the EtherCAT technology group www.ethercat.org. The EtherCAT network module offers a wide range of functions based on the IEC 61158 Type12, IEC 61800-7 CiA 402 drive profile.....................more............... |
| 28th November 2011 | In providing great performance and cost advantages in the tiny world of ALIO nano-motion systems, Renishaw encoders excel |
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Well-known for its nano-motion stages for biomedical, semiconductor and photovoltaic applications, ALIO Industries depends on Renishaw encoders for the accuracy and repeatability needed to drive its True Nano™ motion system solutions....................more............... |
| 21st November 2011 | Micromech a long established Parker motion distributor is appointed for a further 5 years |
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Micromech is delighted to announce its long partnership with Parker Hannifin has been extended by five years as a Certified Distributor for Motion. Parker Hannifin is well known in the field of Electromechanical Automation as a pioneer, developer and manufacturer of a full-spectrum computer-based motion controllers, servo/step motor drives, servo motors and human-machine interfaces, positioning systems, gear heads and gearmotors...................more............... |
| 14th November 2011 | Eye Spyraflo, a look at bearing solutions At last a competitive washdown bearing |
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Micromech is pleased to introduce from Spyraflo a Self-Aligning, Wash-Down, Mounted Bearing. FDA compliant materials are used throughout the design of Spyraflo's Pillow-Block and Housing-Flange range of Wash-Down, Self-Aligning, Mounted bearings...................more............... |
| 7th November 2011 | The PKM is a Nano accuracy Tripod utilising linear motors |
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ALIO, in its focus to push True Nano ™ precision has led to the development of an XY Tripod system to replace Hexapod applications. It will also offer better solutions for many applications having 3,4,5 and 6 axis motion needs...................more............... |
| 31st October 2011 | The PANdrive PD57-1060 and PD60-1060 are 57mm and 60mm stepper motors integrated with a controller/driver having coolStep™ and sensOstep™ encoders |
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The PD57-1060 and PD60-1060 PANdrive™ family is a full mechatronic solution which includes a high torque stepper motor and a motion controller/driver using the new outstanding coolStep™ technology for sensorless load dependent current control. This allows the first time an energy efficient operation of an open-loop stepper motor system..................more............... |
| 24th October 2011 | The new Origa catalogue offers one of the most comprehensive ranges of actuators |
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Parker-Origa is a division of Parker Hannifin, a leader in the innovative design and manufacture of electric actuation and control solutions for industrial automation. The Origa System range provides a modular approach to linear automation with the easy integration of guides, controls, position sensing equipment and other accessories.................more............... |
| 17th October 2011 | Sigma-5 Servo-Drive Series from YASKAWA gives the highest accuracy, easiest set-up and unlimited connectivity |
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Sigma-5 is a servo pack, consisting of servo motors, servo amplifiers and a powerful set-up tool. Sigma-5 replaces the successful Sigma-2 series which has been available for several years now for a wide range of applications. Customers using the Sigma-2 products in their machines will have no problems with implementing a changeover to Sigma-5.................more............... |
| 10th October 2011 | For long traversals and dynamic movement the new ODS-B is the ideal linear drive |
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New from Micromech is the ORIGA ODS-B toothed belt electric linear drive, which completes the ORIGA DRIVE SYSTEM for applications that require highly dynamic movements and long traverse paths. The innovative tooth belt design also gives excellent ganging characteristics as well as outstanding energy efficiency.................more............... |
| 3rd October 2011 | Extended servomotor lead times are not a problem for Kollmorgen |
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Deliveries of the AKM Synchronous servomotors from Kollmorgen are now down to only four weeks lead time due to capacity being increased by one third................more............... |
| 26th September 2011 | Micromech introduces Rayne motors & drives, an OEM range of low cost motion products. |
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The Rayne range includes servomotors, stepping motors and drives intended for volume applications and although very competitively priced there is no sacrifice of quality................more............... |
| 19th September 2011 | Having delivery problems getting linear guides? – Contact us for 1 to 2 weeks lead-time! |
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You might find your current supplier is taking up to 6 months to supply, or even longer. The Thomson 400 series profile rail linear guides from Micromech can in some cases be supplied in as little as 1 to 2 weeks...............more............... |
| 13th September 2011 | MotionMart specialises in quality, but in-expensive small and miniature motion products. |
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We offer a full supply and build value-added service for our partners to a broad spectrum of market members, specialising in the design and assembly of high quality, high precision, micro electromechanical drive systems...............more.............. |
| 5th September 2011 | Delta Tau tales of motion control...Episode 20: The Power PMAC CPU puts massive power in the frame |
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The latest Power PMAC CPU delivers potent computing and data processing features within a half rack footprint to create a powerful heart for machine control systems...............more.............. |
| 29th August 2011 | Incredibly cost effective ready-to-use CNC Machine |
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The ICV 4030 CNC machine is a compact, tabletop machine in the Isel proven chassis design, which is constructed in a modular maintenance-friendly way and is ready to be connected to the mains. A controller including control computer with WINDOWS® operating system and safety devices are built into the machine case...............more.............. |
| 22nd August 2011 | New machine filters out the problems |
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More success stories from the most diverse applications which partners Micromech Systems and Parker has been supporting for food processing equipment and packaging machinery manufacturers..............more.............. |
| 15th August 2011 | Meet the team - Gina Warwick |
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In the next of our meet the team we introduce from our Accounts Department- Gina Warwick.............more.............. |
| 8th August 2011 | The EMI 22 magnetic incremental encoder functions fine underwater |
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An Aquarium company had a problem and came to Micromech – whose engineers recommended the Eltra EMI 22 for an underwater application. Compact dimensions and being able to operate across a wide temperature range from -25 to +125 °C were other crucial parameters....................more........... |
| 1st August 2011 | For high performance in a tight integrated motion application, the KBM™ frameless brushless motor is the answer |
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Introduced by Micromech is the Kollmorgen new family of frameless, brushless motors derived from the proven and extensive portfolio of Kollmorgen designs. They are available in fourteen sizes for low or high voltage operation delivering torque, power and speed, within a cost-effective package and have a compact footprint...................more........... |
| 25th July 2011 | YASKAWA and MOTOMAN have merged under the name ‘YASKAWA Europe’ |
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The merger of the two YASKAWA subsidiaries, specialists for the production of servo and inverter drives and robots respectively, is in line with the company’s new marketing strategy for the world of automation..................more........... |
| 18th July 2011 | That’s a wrap! |
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More success stories from the most diverse applications which partners Micromech Systems and Parker has been supporting for food processing equipment and packaging machinery manufacturers..................more........... |
| 11th July 2011 | Micromech's Supplier Suplement: PM bearings news letter |
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Ringslides RPM Xtreme for precision in rotary & angular motion. PM introduces a new family to their existing ringslide type RPM.................more........... |
| 4th July 2011 | Eye Spyraflo, a look at bearing applications... Spyraflo bearings have ‘the reel thing’ |
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A manufacturer produces a unique, portable reel dispenser that offers a simple and convenient solution to what has traditionally been a tedious and unwieldy task of getting an electric power cord to unwind and rewind in tight and restrictive work areas.................more........... |
| 27th June 2011 | Delta Tau tales of motion control Episode 19: The new Clipper makes machine control plain sailing |
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Delta Tau has introduced its latest low cost CNC and general purpose controller that enables simpler and inexpensive operation of all sorts of machines from metal cutting tools to lasers, flatbed cutters and Cartesian robots. The control provides motion control, operator interface, PLCs, standard interfaces and software in a single unit................more........... |
| 22nd June 2011 | Extended servomotor lead times are not a problem for Kollmorgen |
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Deliveries of the AKM Synchronous servomotors from Kollmorgen are now down to only four weeks lead time due to capacity being increased by one third. In spite of considerable growth of the AKM range, the factory has reduced its lead times and thus is able to help its customers to realise additional competitive benefits...............more........... |
| 20th June 2011 | Targeting Excellence in Cable and Wire Harness Manufacturing with IPC/WHMA-A-620 Certification |
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We are pleased to announce that Micromech are now a Certified IPC/WHMA-A-620 application specialist. This follows successful completion of an IPC approved training course by Dave Whitmell our Workshop Supervisor...............more........... |
| 13th June 2011 | Micromech to distribute Thomson linear motion components for medical engineering |
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Modern medical engineering incorporates a wide range of devices for various areas of the logistical challenges of mobilising patients, and highly complex systems for diagnosis and treatment purposes, as well as to automate laboratory processes. We are therefore pleased to announce that Thomson linear motion components are now available from Micromech offering clear advantages in all medical engineering areas..............more........... |
| 6th June 2011 | Space tight, turn right - the Stealth RS gearbox is just right |
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The Stealth Advanced RS right angle planetary gearhead delivers the high performance features of the STEALTH RS in a compact, right angle package. With seven frame sizes and 9 gear ratios to choose from, customers are guaranteed to find a gearhead to fit most stepper and servo motor applications.............more........... |
| 31st May 2011 | Micromech introduces the RTP Precision Piezo Stages |
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RTP Precision Piezo Stages are designed for all kinds of applications where micro or nano-positioning is needed. The clever stages are for the high-end applications which must have high accuracy and high quality whether a single or multiple axis system.............more........... |
| 23rd May 2011 | The new MP2600iec Single Axis Controller is full of great motion features |
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Yaskawa's Sigma-5 Servo series has now been enhanced with the introduction of the MP2600iec single axis motion controller. The compact controller/servo combination provides standardised programming on this high quality servo system............more........... |
| 16th May 2011 | Are your bearings causing you problems? |
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| 9th May 2011 | Delta Tau tales of motion control - Episode 18: Around the world Delta Tau is at the forefront of physics in motion |
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One of the most common requirements for Delta Tau projects, whether it is for an astronomical or a high-energy physics application, is software for motion control. These clever products can handle the demanding requirements of optical telescopes needing precise and synchronised motion control of the telescope mount. But then most high-energy physics facilities incorporate large numbers of motion axes that are used to position and move experimental equipment and here again Delta Tau is a leading supplier..........more...... |
| 3rd May 2011 | Bottles line up for Palletiser |
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In many filling systems one of the challenges frequently faced by manufacturers is the need to separate a single lane continuous product stream of bottles into several lanes in order to bundle them suitable for palletising ..........more..... |
| 26th April 2011 | Nano-positioning stages encoder upgrade |
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The Nippon Pulse SCR nano-positioning stages from Micromech are available with an upgraded encoder, the Renishaw Tonic Encoder. All stages will be supplied standard with the upgraded Tonic Encoder which includes limit switches as a part of the new read head and makes ‘end limits’ standard at no additional cost. ..........more..... |
| 18th April 2011 | 60mm stepper motor with integrated controller/driver has on-the-fly alteration of motion parameters |
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The PD-146-60-SE PANdrive™ from Trinamic is a full mechatronic solution, which includes a 60mm flange high torque motor, a motion controller/driver and an integrated high-resolution sensOstep™ encoder. The PANdrive™ is equipped with a high performance motion controller for high dynamic, high resolution and S-shaped acceleration ramps..........more..... |
| 11th April 2011 | Micromech appointed distributor for Parker Origa linear drives |
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Following the recent acquisition of Origa by Parker, Micromech has been appointed the UK distributor for their entirely new generation of linear drives. This is Parker ORIGA's second generation of linear drives that gives design engineers ultimate flexibility. The well-known Origa cylinder is now a combined linear actuator, guidance and control package.........more..... |
| 4th April 2011 | Simple to set up, start and run the Junma servo amplifier SJDE makes life a bit easier |
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Micromech is proud to introduce the Junma series from Yaskawa for a wide range of applications. This follows the Yaskawa policy to make user-friendly products resulting in the Junma series which is different from conventional models ........more..... |
| 28th March 2011 | Meet the team - Karen Hicks |
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In the next of our meet the team we introduce Karen Hicks our Marketing Co-ordinator ........more..... |
| 21st March 2011 | Box Clever |
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More success stories from the most diverse applications which partners Micromech Systems and Parker has been supporting for food processing equipment and packaging machinery manufacturers. - Turnkey palletising robots as a complete system........more..... |
| 14th March 2011 | Micromech becomes a Kollmorgen Silver Partner |
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On 23-11-2010 in Ratingen, Germany, Kollmorgen Europe GmbH appointed Micromech as a "Silver Partner". A contract agreement provides for extensive technical and commercial cooperation for both companies........more..... |
| 7th March 2011 | Delta Tau tales of motion control......Episode 17: Research, life sciences and nuclear organisations welcome the new GeoBrick LV-PC products designed for complex multi axis motion control |
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Introduced by Micromech the Delta Tau release of the GeoBrick LV-PC product range, aimed specifically at high-end applications (in 19” rack format), is an ideal fit into the most testing of applications........more..... |
| 28th February 2011 | Are your bearings causing you problems? |
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| 21st February 2011 | Food for thought - Slicing machine for meat portioning |
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More success stories from the most diverse applications which partners Micromech Systems and Parker has been supporting for food processing equipment and packaging machinery manufacturers.......more..... |
| 14th February 2011 | The PD86-1180 PANdrive™ is an 86mm stepper motor with integrated controller/driver, coolStep™ and sensOstep™ encoder |
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New from Micromech is a full mechatronic solution including a 86mm flange high torque motor and a motion controller/driver using the new outstanding coolStep™ technology for sensorless load dependent current control. This allows the first time an energy efficient operation of an open-loop stepper motor system. With the advanced stallGuard2™ feature the load of the motor can be detected with high resolution......more..... |
| 7th February 2011 | AquaTRUE™ True Planetary Gearheads are watertight |
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The first gearhead on the market that is corrosion resistant and watertight for any application is now available from Micromech. Furthermore it combines high performance and wide torque capacity with features specifically designed to meet the strict requirements of applications such as food and beverage handling, packaging and dispensing......more.... |
| 31st January 2011 | Latest automation technology helps companies retain competitive edge |
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In this second article from Parker Hannifin, Nigel Steel, from the electromechanical and drives division looks at the latest automation technology and at how the newest modular systems can help users reduce operating costs and improve productivity.....more.... |
| 24th January 2011 | A new parallel linear shaft motor option |
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The Linear Shaft Motor is very unique linear motor; its design allows engineers the ability to drive two or more motors in parallel using only one encoder and one driver......more.... |
| 17th January 2011 | Flawless hygiene and a compact design – powerful and saves money, at last a competitive washdown servomotor! |
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Micromech is pleased to introduce from Kollmorgen the AKM servomotor food grade version, for the food and drink industry. Among other developments this new range of AKM motors.....more.... |
| 10th January 2011 | New from Micromech is the NANO Z ™ novel air bearing lift stage |
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Just launched with a patent pending is the Alio NANO Z™ a novel air bearing lift stage with TRUE NANO POSITIONING™ and to help engineers and scientist further, it has been designed with a large open centre....more.... |
| 4th January 2011 | Food for thought - Sponge cake and waffle machine |
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More success stories from the most diverse applications which partners Micromech Systems and Parker has been supporting for food processing equipment and packaging machinery manufacturers....more.. |
| 4th January 2011 | Parker Bayside |
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It is common knowledge that Parker Hannifin took over Bayside Motion and set about introducing the Stealth ranges of high quality, high performance gearboxes...more.. |
| 20th December 2010 | The Micromech team in training for the 2014 winter olympics |
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Simon Burrows, Peter Whitmell, Dave Whitmell, Phil Farnworth, Stirling Morley, Richard Matthews and Catherine Swiba - they are a force in motion...more.. |
| 13th December 2010 | Meet the team - Ros Greene |
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In the next of our meet the team series, we are pleased to introduce our Sales Co-ordinator Ros Greene more... |
| 13th December 2010 | Shedding light: Engineering research at Diamond |
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As a supplier to The Diamond Light Source we are proud to relate its progress and for those who are perhaps not so familiar with the project, give some background and detail of just what it‘s all about. We are therefore delighted, with kind permission of The Engineer magazine, to bring you the following article written by Stuart Nathan. more... |
| 6th December 2010 | The new ETH electro thrust cylinder succeeds in setting new standards in power density and lifetime of electro-mechanic linear actuators |
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The well-known series of ET electro-thrust cylinders, which is widely used in thousands of different applications has been completely redesigned and enhanced. It is now unrivalled for power density, in other words high forces and small frame sizes. more... |
| 6th December 2010 | Christmas Opening Hours |
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Micromech's Christmas opening hours more... |
| 2nd December 2010 | Customised products and services (CPS) |
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We have seen increased requirements for customised products and services, so we are pleased to announce the upgrading of our CPS service more... |
| 1st December 2010 | Food for thought - Auger filler for powdery products |
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More success stories from the most diverse applications which partners Micromech Systems and Parker has been supporting for food processing equipment and packaging machinery manufacturers. more... |
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